Rain Barrel & Water Harvesting Workshop

Residents of San Diego are invited to join this free workshop to learn about all the benefits of rain barrels and best practices for rainwater collection. Pre-order a rain barrel for pickup at the distribution event following the hands-on workshop!

​​This workshop is designed for City of San Diego residents and will be detailing rebates and discount programs, how to harvest rainwater in your household, and the best way to use your new rain barrel.

In this workshop we will cover:
- The purpose and environmental benefits of rain barrels and rain harvesting
- Downspouts and connection to rain barrels
- Rain chains in connection with the rain barrels
- Hands-on demonstration of installing a rain barrel
- Maintenance of the rain barrel
- How to empty the rainwater from the barrel during the rainy season for capacity
- Rebates & discounts for City of San Diego residents

Discounted rain barrels available for City of San Diego residents

City of San Diego residents are eligible for discounted rain barrels thanks to discounts offered by the City of San Diego this rainy season!* Rain barrels are $22 each for City of San Diego residents after the $75 discount (original price $97.) Rain barrel sales close two weeks before the pickup event to ensure inventory is available.

Please contact us with any questions at (760) 436-7986 ext. 700 or at water@solanacenter.org.

For more information visit: solanacenter.org

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