Details
Rain barrels are inexpensive and easy to install. By collecting and storing rainwater in a homemade rain barrel, you gain a source of free irrigation for flower beds and landscapes during extended dry spells. A heavy rain shower can yield hundreds of gallons of water off the roof of even the most modest home. For example, a 1,000 sq. ft. roof yields about 625 gallons of water from a rain storm that produces 1" of rain.
* Homes must have an Orange County Utilities account that includes water service to be eligible for this program.
When & Where
When:
Thursday, June 22, 6PM
Thursday, July 20, 6PM
Saturday, August 26, 9AM
Where:
IFAS Extension Office
6021 S. Conway Rd., Orlando, FL 32812
Have questions?
Email: Tayler.Garbutt@ocfl.net
Need more information?
Call: 407-254-9842
FAQs
What is a rain barrel?
A rain barrel collects and stores rainwater from rooftops to use later for lawn and garden watering.
Why should you use a rain barrel?
Rain barrels conserve water and help lower costs by reducing water consumption.
Who can participate in these classes?
All Orange County Utilities water customers are invited to participate in these classes.
Who do I contact to register?
Please contact Education Coordinator Tayler Garbutt at Tayler.Garbutt@ocfl.net.
Facts
Follow water conservation guidelines and ordinances in your community. Even if your water comes from a private well, you must comply.
Report water losses (broken pipes, open hydrants, errant sprinklers, abandoned free-flowing wells, etc.) to the property owner or call Orange County Utilities at 407-836-2777.
Promote water conservation in community newsletters, on bulletin boards, and by example. Encourage your friends, neighbors, and coworkers to be "water smart."
Try to do one thing each day that will result in saving water. Every drop counts!
