The value of water is becoming increasingly important in Texas, particularly through the recent drought that Central Texas experienced in 2009. As ponds and lakes went dry, residents realized that much value resides in underground and surface water. But regardless of where water is stored, it all comes from the same place—rain that falls from the sky. And as such, it can be contained, harvested, or collected before vanishing before our eyes.
The Texas AgriLife Extension Service is offering a 1 ½ day course on the basics of rainwater harvesting on April 21 and 22 in Harker Heights. Even though the drought of 2009 in Central Texas may seem like a bad dream after a wet winter, there are many other good reasons to set up a rainwater harvesting system than an ongoing drought, said a Texas AgriLife Extension Service expert.
“For many who get their water from wells, it is security if the well is running dry,” said Brent Clayton, AgriLife Extension assistant. “For those on municipal water, it is a way to irrigate when restrictions come into place. Others do it for environment. Rainwater harvesting uses less groundwater.” Continue reading Texas Rainwater Harvesting Course Set