Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010
Conference Hours: 8 am – noon

Location: SW Autism Research & Resource Center, Large Conference Room
2225 N 16th Street, Phoenix AZ 85006 (Thomas Rd & 16th Street)

For full event description and to purchase tickets: www.azhomegrownsolutions.org/page/sustainability-conf
Cost: $25 for general public; $5-10 for residents of Nuestro Barrio
For more information contact: Jennifer Wadsworth, jennifer@AZHomegrownSolutions.org
Description of Brad’s talk:
Planting the Rain: Principles, Practices, and Tips for Water-Harvesting Earthworks and Raingardens: Plant the rain before you plant your trees to boost production, reduce flooding, conserve water, and create sustainable oases around your homes and community infrastructure. Raingardens and other small-scale earthworks quickly infiltrate rainfall into the soil where less is lost to evaporation, while reducing erosion. Living ‘pumps’ of vegetation then enable us the access that water. Come learn simple principles and tips to leverage greater success as you implement these simple and effective passive systems. This presentation builds on Brad’s basic water-harvesting talk, while offering more specifics and case studies. Working examples and case studies will be highlighted.