![]() Calling all artists! The 6th annual Rain Barrel Art Project has begun and we are looking for individuals or groups to submit ideas of art they would like to paint on a rain barrel. The entry period is open until January 22. Click here to submit your idea. 2018 Project Timeline Nov. 15 (of 2017) to Jan. 22 - Entry Period (Click here to submit artwork) Jan. 23 to Jan. 29 - Selection Period Feb 10 - Artist Workshop @ The Cincinnati Zoo Feb. 10 to Mar. 29 - Painting Period Mar. 29 to Mar 31 - Rain Barrel Dropoff @ The Cincinnati Zoo Apr. 1 - Apr. 19 - Rain Barrels Displayed @ The Cincinnati Zoo Apr. 9 to 19 - Rain Barrel Art Online Auction April 19 - Party for the Planet, Auction Finale, and Artist Reception How do I participate? 1. Go to the entry form and submit your idea for approval. 2. If your design is approved, attend the artist workshop on February 10. 3. Pick up your rain barrel at the end of the workshop. 4. Return your rain barrel by Mar. 31 and visit it at the Cincinnati Zoo. What happens after I return the barrel? 1. Barrels are displayed throughout the Zoo between April 1 and April 19. 2. Barrels will be auctioned online between April 9 and April 19. 3. The money raised from the auction will be used for environmental education at SaveLocalWaters.org and at the Zoo. Rain barrels continue to grow in popularity across the country. However, one of its biggest drawbacks is their dull appearance. Some people are less likely to use them given the lack of aesthetic value they offer to residential and commercial landscaping, even though they conserve water and save money. We believe that producing beautiful artistic rain barrels that have unique painted details will make them more desirable and naturally promote their use. The Rain Barrel Art Project is designed to educate people on environmental issues like storm water runoff, watersheds and water conservation. To learn more about this project and other stormwater education campaigns visit SaveLocalWaters.org
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![]() Winter weather is here, so we would like to share some ways to enjoy the snow and protect the environment all at the same time! Consider these friendly tips for weathering the winter while staying conservation minded. Reusable Bags While you are out purchasing your holiday gifts and groceries, remember to bring along your reusable bags! During our stream cleanups we always find plastic bags caught up in the stream or wrapped around trees. By using reusable bags, you are reducing the number of plastic bags in our landfills and in our environment. Tree Recycling If you have a natural Christmas tree this year, please consider recycling or reusing your tree instead of sending it to a landfill. Warren County has a number of drop-off points where you can take your tree to be composted. Click here to visit the Warren County Solid Waste District site for a list of locations. Ice and Snow To avoid ice buildup, try to remove snow from hard surfaces before it becomes compacted into ice. Shovel your snow into areas that are level and able to absorb the water once the snow has melted. This allows potential pollutants from roadways and driveways to be filtered out by plants before reaching our streams. Putting salt on walkways, driveways and sidewalks helps to keep everyone safe from ice. However, keep in mind that the salt only works when pavement temperatures are 20 degrees or higher. This means the product won’t melt snow and ice during extreme cold temperatures. Also, more salt doesn’t mean it will work better. Make sure to follow proper application guidelines when using the product. If you still have piles of salt on your hard surfaces after the snow and ice clears, make sure to sweep up and dispose of the extra salt that didn’t get used. If salt isn’t cleaned up, rain or snow melt will carry the salt to our local streams where is it harmful to the fish and other aquatic life. Earth Day ~ 2016 is upon us. A true a day of reflection for those of us in the business of conservation. This day reminds us to reflect, refresh and charge on in our every day efforts to protect the natural resources of this planet we call EARTH. We are reminded that our work matters...it makes a difference...and that we are making progress. So we will wake up tomorrow, ready and renewed to carry on the work we feel so close to our hearts, the work of CONSERVATION. ~ Molly, Natural Resource Engineer Warren SWCD works to promote wise stewardship of our natural resources every day!!! |
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