You can help keep our water resources clean, right from your own backyard!
Sign up for the February/March Master Rain Gardener Training to become an expert on these beautiful landscape features that filter and cool storm water before it enters our streams and rivers. This valuable program is hosted by the Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner and taught by local experts.
Attend all five classes and plant your own garden to become a certified Washtenaw County Master Rain Gardener!
Thursdays 9:30am-12:30pm, February 26 to March 26, 2015.
Location: 705 N Zeeb Rd, Ann Arbor, MSU Extension Classroom
Cost: 90$ (scholarships are available)
Instructors: Harry Sheehan, Shannan Gibb-Randall, RLA, Susan Bryan, MLA
Questions? bryans@ewashtenaw.org or (734) 730-9025; www.ewashtenaw.org/raingardens
Or, register in person/phone/mail by calling Linda Brzezinski (734) 994-2300 x 53203 or mailing your check and this form c/o her to Rec & Ed, 1515 S Seventh St, Ann Arbor MI 48103.
- You will need to write a short paragraph answering these questions: 1) Tell us a little about your gardening experience. 2) Are you a Master Gardener? (not required) 3) Why do you want to become a Master Rain Gardener?
- There is a special discount for residents along Miller Avenue (Newport to Maple), Mitchell neighborhood (between Packard, Platt, Charing Cross and Lorraine Streets), W. Madison Street, Stone School Road, and Easy Street. E-mail bryans@ewashtenaw.org for details.