Free "Water Smart" Landscaping Classes

Learn about:



- landscaping methods that help you reduce the amount of water used outside.



- conserving and using rainwater more effectively in your yard and garden.



- preventing pollution of our lakes, ponds, and wetlands from stormwater run-off.



- creating habitat for birds, butterflies and other wildlife.



Learn innovative landscaping practices (from easy to advanced) that will help you reduce water use, enjoy your yard more fully, and benefit our environment. You can receive specific advice for your own yard. Ask questions. Get clear answers. Receive lots of free information to take home and apply in your landscaping. You can also use these water-smart practices for your church's landscaping, townhome association grounds, business and many other great locations.



Class Dates, Times & Locations:



July 25th (Wed.) - 6-7:30pm - Penn Library (8800 Penn Avenue, Bloomington)

Aug. 5th (Sun.) - 1-2:30pm - Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge (3815 American Boulevard East, Bloomington)

Aug. 5th (Sun.) - 6-7:30pm - Bush Lake - Izaak Walton Chapter Lodge (7515 Izaak Walton Road, Bloomington)

Aug. 14th (Tue.) - 6-7:30pm - Penn Library (8800 Penn Avenue, Bloomington)

Sept. 5th (Wed.) - 6-7:30pm - Penn Library (8800 Penn Avenue, Bloomington)



The classes are FREE and open to the public, although space is limited. Attendees will be able to register to win water-smart landscaping tools. To register for the class, send an email to Gregg at bushlake@bushlakeikes.org, or call 612-618-8616.