Spring is just around the corner and now is the time to make sure that your irrigation system that's been hibernating all winter is operating at peak efficiency. Just like anything else, your irrigation system needs to be maintained. Since outdoor irrigation accounts for up to 60% of water use in the spring and summer we need to make sure it is functioning correctly as to not waste a single drop.
The WaterWise Irrigation Workshop is an opportunity for homeowners to learn how to manage and operate their irrigation system. The workshop is set up as a hands on and interactive event with multiple stations where participants can move between educational stations and see first-hand how an irrigation system works. Participants will learn how to conduct a sprinkler check-up, schedule and operate their irrigation controller, install drip irrigation to water trees and foundations and much more. Information will be provided on plant selection for a water conserving landscape, rain water harvesting and City representatives will be on hand to discuss water conservation measures, rebate programs and current watering restrictions.
Station 1: How your Irrigation System Works
Station 2: Simple and Easy Repairs
Station 3: The importance of Water Pressure and Sprinkler Performance
Station 4: Distribution Uniformity - Preventing Dry Spots in your Landscape
Station 5: Conducting a Sprinkler Check-up
Station 6: Education Building; Setting your Controller; DIY - Drip Irrigation Conversion; AgriLife Ask a Specialist; Irrigation Manufacturer Exhibits - Latest and Greatest Technologies; Water Conservation Made Easy Video Series- Playing in the Theater
To RSVP, visit http://dallas.tamu.edu/courses/march-31,-2012-waterwise-irrigation-workshop/
Presented by: AgriLife Research and Extension, City of Allen, City of Frisco, City of McKinney, City of Plano, City of Richardson, City of Carrollton Dallas Water Utilities, Dallas Irrigation Association, EPA Water Scense Ewing Irrigation, Hunter, Netafim, Rain Bird, Toro/Irritrol, Weathermatic
