Preserve Our Water, in cooperation with Onion Creek Kitchens, is pleased to announce a special information program for Blanco County citizens interested in learning more about rainwater harvesting. The event will be held on Sunday, November 19th from 3 to 5 at Onion Creek Kitchens, located on Hwy 165.In its draft report on rainwater harvesting, the Texas Water Development Board concludes that, "Rainwater harvesting has considerable potential as a source of alternate water supply in Texas if the systems that collect the rainwater are properly designed and implemented". If you are interested in taking advantage of this age-old method of assuring a good, safe, reliable source of water but lack the information to make good decisions for your situation, this event is designed for you.
Onion Creek Kitchens is home to an extensive rainwater system that serves all the water needs of the cooking school, associated B&B as well as the owner's residence.
A tour of this harvesting system will follow presentations by featured speakers Richard Heinichen and John Kight.
Mr. Heinichen, better known as "Mayor of Tank Town", is a long standing and well known promoter of rainwater harvesting in the Hill Country. He has been operating Richard's Rainwater in Dripping Springs for the past 12 years and is the first and only provider of bottled rainwater to retail establishments in Texas.
Mr. Kight currently serves as vice-president of the Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District in Kendall County. In addition to serving on numerous boards and commissions dealing with water resource issues, he has spoken to many audiences throughout this area, promoting the rainwater alternative. Also, he and his sons are involved in the business of installing rainwater systems.
Space for this event is limited. If you wish to attend, please contact Preserve Our Water at 868-9055 or email us to make your reservations and for directions to the event. Preserve Our Water offers this educational program free to Blanco County citizens.
