County Cooperative Extension Hosts WaterPalooza

For immediate release: March 25, 2008
Contact: Alyssa Dodd - Extension Educator
Cooperative Extension Service (561) 233-1725

Join the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Service and Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden for WaterPalooza: a Water-Wise Expo in a beautiful garden setting.

During this free family-friendly event you will learn how to use water wisely in your home and landscape as you visit 15 tent stations. For example, stop by the rain barrel tent to learn how to “Catch it While You Can,” check out the “Mulch Mania” tent for tips on retaining soil moisture, and visit with live animals at the “Water the Wildlife” station.  You can also make your pledge to use water wisely at the “20-Gallon Challenge” station!
 
Do you want a rain barrel for your home? If so, sign up for the rain barrel workshop that will be held in the Mounts Building Auditorium. The cost is $35. This includes a one-hour workshop, a rain barrel and fixtures. Pre-registration for the rain barrel workshop is required, and space is limited.  To register, call (561) 233-1759.

Exhibitors include Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, Florida Native Plant Society - Palm Beach County Chapter, Lagoon Keepers, Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, Mister Landscaper, Palm Beach County Environmental Resources Management, Palm Beach County Water Utilities, Palm Beach Zoo, South Florida Water Management District, Toro Sprinkler and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.