Program description: Rainwater harvesting and management are tools that can help alleviate drought, protect aquifers, and reduce pollution of our waterways. As climate change, development pressures, and aquifer concerns evolve, appropriate planning is essential. The steps to ensure the success of a rainwater system, providing healthy and safe water supplies through environmentally sound practices, will be presented and discussed. This interactive presentation has opportunities for participants to share their questions about rainwater, problems with existing systems, and thoughts on how we manage our water supplies. The follow-up Q&A session will get into actual details of specific projects.
Program Leader: Ken Nentwig
Ken Nentwig is a retired landscape architect and has been engaged in education through Gaia College, the Canadian Association for Rainwater Management (CANARM), Pacific Horticulture College, and the American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA). This has grown into numerous consultations and installations of rainwater systems. Certified through ASSE in rainwater design, installation, and inspection, he also created the CANARM rainwater practitioners certification for Canada.
Number of sessions: 2
Dates and time of session: Presentation Tuesday, January 21; Q&A group clinic Tuesday, February 4, 1:30 – 3:00pm
Program Location: Sooke Library Multipurpose Room
To register, please make your request to Sooke Region Lifelong Learning by email: sookeregionlifelonglearning@gmail.com
Sooke Region Lifelong Learning is a volunteer organization offering educational programs and workshops for adults in the Sooke region. Based on the Elder College model, we provide stimulating and enjoyable learning environments which address the unique and diverse interests of participants.
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