Hands On: Rainwater Catchment

We’re creating a new rain-fed shower – will you lend a hand?

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Ever wanted to water your garden or shower outdoors with an energy-efficient, off-grid rainwater collection system? Come help Ashokan and learn how at two FREE hands-on workshops led by Andrew Faust. Join in the fun, ask questions, and take important knowledge back to your own back yard. BYO work gloves & picnic lunch!

Sun June 12th install a rainwater catchment system Sign up Above!
Sun June 19th construct a simple outdoor shower Learn more here

Both days are 10am-2pm.

Learn to capture, hold, and gravity feed this precious resource of potable distilled soft water falling from the skies as we install a 1550 gallon rain tank beside the old “seasons barn” with permaculture designer and educator Andrew Faust from the Center for Bioregional Living.

Having multiple back-ups for single essential functions is a core principle of Permaculture. Rain tanks help to limit your use of fossil fuels and give true water independence.

Did you know? The Hudson Valley receives an average of 41.9″ of rainfall annually. With 2-4 inches to be harvested monthly, rainwater catchment is key to water security in your home and community!

Please dress for the weather with sturdy footwear (waterproof if you have them) and bring work gloves and a picnic lunch.

Illustration by Veronica Fannin

Sorry, no dogs or pets are permitted on the Ashokan Center campus.

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Event proceeds support The Ashokan Center's ongoing work to inspire learning and build community through shared experiences in nature, history, music, and art. Learn more: Educational Field Trips • Music & Dance Camps • Weddings & Retreats.

Hands On: Rainwater Catchment

10am, outdoors. Learn to capture, hold, and gravity feed this precious resource of potable distilled soft water falling from the skies as we install a 1550 gallon rain tank beside the old “seasons barn”

Sorry, no dogs or pets are permitted on the Ashokan Center campus.

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10am, outdoors.
Learn to capture, hold, and gravity feed this precious resource of potable distilled soft water falling from the skies as we install a 1550 gallon rain tank beside the old “seasons barn”