Join Us for the Ozaukee County Rain Barrel Workshop
Sweet Water has partnered with Ozaukee County to co-host an informational rain barrel workshop at the beautiful Inventors Brewpub in Port Washington. Enjoy views of Lake Michigan while learning about rain barrels and other ways you can help keep our local waterways clean and healthy!
EarthMinded Rain Barrel shown above (photo courtesy of Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)).
Workshop Details
The first 20 people to register will receive a free EarthMinded rain barrel. They are made of 85% recycled materials and have a capacity of 50 gallons. Each rain barrel comes with an installation kit.
At the workshop, you will learn about the benefits of rain barrels, how to install a rain barrel, helpful tips to care for your rain barrel, and ways to help prevent stormwater pollution in Ozaukee County.
Wooden rain barrel and garden image above (courtesy of homeadvisorblog.com).
Why Install a Rain Barrel?
Rain barrels are an excellent way for homeowners to help prevent stormwater pollution in their own yards. When stormwater flows over impervious surfaces, it collects pollutants such as chemicals, oils, and trash. This water is then conveyed into public waterways via storm drains. Rain barrels collect and store stormwater, which helps reduce runoff and prevent pollutants from flowing into our rivers, lakes, and Lake Michigan.
Benefits of Rain Barrels
Rain barrels collect stormwater where it falls and therefore prevent it from picking up pollutants that can flow into local waterways
Stormwater collected in your rain barrel can be used to water your lawn and garden beds, potentially saving you money on your water bill
Rain barrels reduce the risk of backyard and basement flooding
Our Workshop
Date and Time: August 20th, 2025 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Inventors Brewpub, Edison Hall at 305 E Washington St, Port Washington, WI
Who’s eligible? Ozaukee County residents. Only one rain barrel is available to each household, but multiple people from a household are welcome to attend the workshop. Residents must be 18 years or older to receive a rain barrel. While supplies last.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
The first 20 people to register will receive a free rain barrel and will be notified before the event. Rain barrel recipients are responsible for transporting their rain barrel home after the workshop. Please note: additional rain barrels will not be available for purchase at this event.
Only one registration per address, please indicate if additional guests at the same address will be attending.
Please reach out to Paige at orals@swwtwater.org with any questions.
