Rain Barrels

A rain barrel is an effective and economic way to conserve your outdoor water consumption. Rain barrels conserve water and they help protect our natural waterways.

• How to make a rain barrel - information from the EPA
• Rain Barrels - Water conservation at home - benefits, FAQs, and how to make your own rain barrel by MWSD

Send us a picture of your decorated rain barrel and we will post it on our web site. Contact Josh Upham for more information.

Rain Gardens

Rain Garden Basics - a presentation by MTSU professor Dr. Warren Anderson, who oversaw the installation of several rain gardens on MTSU campus. Before and after photos, soil types and advice for placement and creation of your own rain garden at home are available through this interesting and informative presentation.