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Home > Greening Rockville > Watersheds > Rockville's RainScapes Four-Part Video Series
Rockville's RainScapes Four-Part Video Series
The City of Rockville is committed to encouraging its citizens to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. As part of our stormwater management initiative, we've produced a four-part video series that shows our citizens how to reduce their water storm water run off, and how to choose, install and maintain a rain barrel.     
The Secret Life of StormwaterPart 1: The Secret Life of Stormwater
Part 1, "The Secret life of Stormwater," discusses things that you may not have known about stormwater. Easy ways you can save the environment like picking up after your dog or putting in a rain barrel.
Is a Rain Barrel for You?Part 2: Is a Rain Barrel for You?
Part 2 in the RainScape series, "Is a Rain Barrel Right For You.?," helps you figure out the best place to install a rain barrel. Find out how much it costs, and what important characteristics to look for when you are ready to purchase a rain barrel.
Installing your Rain BarrelPart 3: Installing your Rain Barrel
Part 3 in the RainScape series, "Installing Your Rain Barrel," demonstrates how properly installed rain barrels save money, water and help your garden grow. This video will show you the steps to installing both a top filling and side-filling rain barrel, as well as the importance of diverting the overflow water.
Maintaining your Rain BarrelPart 4: Maintaining your Rain Barrel
In the final video of our Rainscapes series, "Maintaining Your Rain Barrel," you will learn how to effectively take care and use your barrel. You will learn how to handle mosquitoes, get ready for storms, and preparing for winter

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01/17/2012