We help people
care for their land.
care for their land.
This program helps me and other students learn about the environment and teaches us to be future leaders to help us and others.
–Michael, 13
Welcome the Rain 2010 and prior
Documents
Backyard Habitat Certification Program
| Date added: | 10/16/2009 |
| Date modified: | 07/19/2010 |
| Filesize: | 5.79 MB |
| Downloads: | 1836 |
Introduction to Depaving
| Date added: | 11/22/2010 |
| Date modified: | 11/22/2010 |
| Filesize: | 1.18 MB |
| Downloads: | 358 |
As presented by DePave at 2010 Welcome the Rain
Learn how Depave is "breaking new ground" by promoting the removal of unnecessary concrete and asphalt to create more gardens and greenspaces. Get involved and find out more about the opportunities and challenges of depaving to create your own project!
Picking Plants for Naturescaping and Rain Gardens
| Date added: | 11/22/2010 |
| Date modified: | 11/22/2010 |
| Filesize: | 1.65 MB |
| Downloads: | 323 |
As presented by Columbia Slough Watershed Council at 2010 Welcome the Rain
This presentation will highlight native NW plants for use in naturescaping and rain gardens. Information will include the species' natural histories, their benefits to wildlife, and their maintenance needs. Discover the best plant choices for various settings including shade, sun, moisture and slopes. And learn how to recreate plant assemblages found in nature with ‘companion planting'.
Rainwater Harvesting
| Date added: | 11/22/2010 |
| Date modified: | 11/22/2010 |
| Filesize: | 110.59 kB |
| Downloads: | 351 |
As presented by East Multnomah SWCD & Portland Purple Water at 2010 Welcome the Rain
Are you considering installing rain barrels or other rain water harvesting system on your property? Harvesting rainwater requires some thought and planning. Come get the big picture - in this workshop we'll discuss the costs, permitting, sustainability issues, and the maintenance of a rain water catchment system.
Solar Solutions
| Date added: | 11/22/2010 |
| Date modified: | 11/22/2010 |
| Filesize: | 543.04 kB |
| Downloads: | 243 |
As presented by Sustainable Solutions Unlimited at 2010 Welcome the Rain
Think solar isn't an option because we get so much rain in the Pacific NW? Think again! This presentation will highlight the different incentive programs available and show examples of residential sized systems.
Water to the Weather for Healthy Watersheds
| Date added: | 11/22/2010 |
| Date modified: | 11/22/2010 |
| Filesize: | 3.38 MB |
| Downloads: | 295 |
This workshop is ideal for those who water outdoors and want to conserve water to protect the environment and reduce their water bills. This class discusses how to use a soil probe, how to measure your sprinkler system, and how to measure weekly watering needs. Qualified participants receive a free kit of materials including a rain gauge, soil probe, bucket, hose nozzle, and more.
