Watershed Awareness & DIY Rain Barrels-Vandergrift

DATE: Sat. May 2, 2026
TIME: 1:00-2:30 PM
COST: $60 Includes Rain Barrel and parts kit (limited to 1 set per household WHILE SUPPLIES LAST)

This workshop is supported by Pennsylvania Resources Council and Westmoreland County Master Watershed Stewards. It is hosted by the Vandergrift Public Library. 

Workshop participants will learn how to harvest rainwater from their roofs, store it, and use it in the landscape. You will also learn how to reduce your contribution to combined sewer overflow (CSO), flooding, and polluted urban runoff by learning how to practice watershed protection and conservation in your own backyards. It’s easier than you think! Registrants receive a pre-painted 55-gal drum with the drain hole pre-drilled. You will be assisted at stations as you drill holes and install hardware before going home with a completely assembled rain barrel.

Rain Barrel Parts Kit includes ($45 value. Click for more detail): 

• Downspout divertor
• Drill bits for 3 hole sizes
• Drain plug without valve
• Spigot with valve
• Expandable inlet hose  

Thank you for supporting a waste-free Pennsylvania!

*Please note: Registration is limited to the first 20 people and closes the day before the event at 8 am. Shortly after completing the registration form, a confirmation email will be sent with additional details. Be sure to check your junk/spam folders if you cannot locate this email in your main inbox. Contact laurab@prc.org if you have any issues.