Make and Paint Rain Barrel Workshop

Create a resilient yard to sustain the Red River by making and painting your own rain barrel. This is day one of a two-day workshop. Participants must be able to attend both days (May 20th and 21st)

On day one, participants will hear a short presentation about the basics of water quality and the effects of stormwater runoff, sand and put a base coat on their barrel.

The second day, participants will build and paint their rain barrel. Come prepared to bring home an empty 55-gallon barrel.

Participants should come to class with an idea of the design they would like to paint on their rain barrel. Get inspiration by looking online. Wear clothes you don't mind painting in and dress for the weather (the building we are in does not have heat). Participants need a drill to install the rain barrel at home. Fee includes all other supplies.

Fee: $69 or $64 for Moorhead residents. Includes supplies.
Pre-registration is required. To register, call Moorhead Community Education or go to:

https://moorheadcommunityed.ce.eleyo.com/course/6397/spring-summer-2026/resilient-yard-series-make-a...

Project partners: River Keepers and Clay Soil & Water Conservation District

Thank you to our supporters:
Cass County Soil Conservation District
Clay Soil & Water Conservation District
Red River Valley Fair Association
Valley Maid Meats
Coca-Cola

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