The mission of the Alabama Extension Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources team is to provide relevant, science-based information to hel...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Harvesting rainwater seems like something that you might see in an “off-the-grid” TV show. However, collecti...
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Learn how to protect water quality, make your landscape water efficient, and reduce storm water runoff.
Home and garden pes...
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About this Guide
You will learn the basics of small-scale rainwater harvesting including how to design and build your own rain barrel in a ...
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Worldwide water consumption is rising at double the rate of the population; however, the amount of fresh water remains at only 2.5 percent o...
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For environmentally friendly practices for your yard and how to become certified as an Alabama Watershed Steward, see the Alabama Waters...
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Water testing gives an overall picture of general well health. After going through the process of sampling and testing the water, it's time ...
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The average American consumes 1 to 2 liters of drinking water per day, making water quality a top priority for human health and safety. Alth...
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Objective: You will learn how to install a rain garden and why installing a rain garden has a positive impact on your envi...
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Do rain gardens attract mosquitoes?
If built correctly, your rain garden should not host mosquitoes. Mosquito larvae require 2 to 3 days of...
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Take time to create a simple bird’s-eye view of how water flows on your landscape. This will help you identify where to install a ...
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Walk through your yard and identify potential locations. Note any strong slopes or low spots. It is helpful to watch water...
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