Rain barrels collect and store rainwater from roofs, improving stream health by reducing the amount of water and pollutants that reach local waterways. The water captured by rain barrels has many beneficial uses. Residents can use water from the rain barrels to water lawns and gardens, save money on water bills and reduce stress on wells.

Rain barrels are a great way for homeowners to help protect their water supply by controlling residential storm water runoff.

At this session participants will learn how using a rain barrel can contribute to improving our water resources and will be instructed on how to build, install and maintain their own rain barrel by observing a demonstration by our WMA9 Watershed Ambassador.

This workshop, part of Perth Amboy’s July Green Fari, will be held in the Francis Street Park” (GPS Address: 325 Ashley Street) from 6-8pm. For more information please contact William Kurzenberger: wkurzenberger@perthamboynj.org