Texas A&M Agrilife Extension offers rain barrel class March 26

[UPDATE: This class has sold out. However, the City offers a $25 rebate for Georgetown water customers who purchase a rain barrel. To find out more, click here.]

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension is offering a DIY rain barrel class form 6-8 p.m. March 26 at the Williamson County offices, 3151 SE Inner Loop.

The class teaches the basics and benefits of rainwater harvesting and the effects storm water has on the environment. Participants will learn how to collect and use rainwater, as well as how to set up their own 55-gallon rain barrel.

To register for the class, participants must purchase a rain barrel for $50. Georgetown water customers may qualify to receive their rain barrel at no-charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. Addresses must be verified.

To purchase a rain barrel and register for the class, visit bit.ly/3c7AYcG or contact Tamaron Hunt at tamaron.hunt@ag.tamu.edu.