Rain Barrels/Water Harvesting
1" of rain on 1,000 SF yields 600 gallons of runoff . ( 623 gallons to be exact ) For a 50'x40' surface the collection from a 1" rain would be 1,200 gallons. Rain Barrels cost anywhere from $40 to $140. If you choose to build your own barrel, here are some websites with information for construction of your own rain barrel. Portland Online Water Shed Activities There is a horrible bill before congress that would allow the government to regulate where and how to catch and save water on your own property. It’s a horrible “big brother” idea and should be defeated. Call, write or email your representatives and tell them to oppose S-787. If you have any questions regarding this newsletter or any other topic, join me for my radio show heard in Dallas/Fort Worth on Saturday at 11am and across the country on Sunday from 8 - 11am (CST). Radio To learn more on living a Natural Organic lifestyle, go to DirtDoctor.com. Naturally yours, Forward this newsletter to family and friends and ask them |
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