Rain Barrels are a simple, efficient, low-cost method for homeowners to collect and recycle water.  Using rain as a resource in rain gardens and rain barrels can have a dramatic impact on water quality in our rivers and streams and will help reduce flooding.

Rain barrels are simply large containers that capture rainwater at the end of your downspout, which you can then use to water plants, wash your car and further reduce your water bill while also reducing polluted runoff from getting to our rivers and streams!

The Conservation Foundation sells three types of rain barrels:

• Our 55 gallon recycled food grade plastic rain barrels come equipped with a spigot, garden hose threaded overflow and screen in the top to help keep out bugs and debris, and have screw off lids. Many of our barrels were originally used to import pickles and olives, but they can find new life in your yard! These barrels sell for $85 . Colors may vary; common colors are black, grey and terra cotta.
• Also available is the same re-used barrel with a wide 1 - inch overflow for high water locations, available in black for $100
• We also carry Aquascape Designs' RainXchange rain barrel featuring a 75 gallon capacity, large overflow and a planter integrated into the lid. These barrels sell for $175 and are available in Terra Cotta or Sandstone colors.

See The Conservation Foundation's video about installing and using rain barrels here!