Rain Barrel Program
The Conservation Commission is hosting a Rain Barrel Sale!
Rainwater harvesting is one of the simplest and most effective steps residents can take to conserve water. Installing a rain barrel allows you to collect water from your roof and store it for later use—helping to sustain gardens, lawns, or landscaping during dry periods. Collected rainwater can also be used for outdoor cleaning tasks such as washing cars, driveways, decks, and patios—helping households conserve valuable well and municipal water for essential needs.
Beyond its environmental benefits, harvesting rainwater can also save homeowners money by reducing reliance on municipal water and lowering utility costs. Even modest use of stored rainwater throughout the season can translate to meaningful savings on water bills.
The NH Department of Environmental Services states: “Rain barrels are a practical tool that help residents manage both drought and stormwater. By collecting and reusing rainwater, families can save hundreds of gallons each day while easing pressure on wells and municipal systems,”
State guidance on drought and storm preparedness underscores the same message: capturing and storing rainwater strengthens water resilience for the future. Through small, local actions, New Hampshire communities can work together to protect limited water resources and ensure a sustainable supply for the seasons ahead.
Let’s Save Every Drop of Water
Rainwater is “soft,” — free from minerals and chemicals such as chlorine, fluoride, and calcium often present in municipal water. Rainwater is considered the perfect choice for watering plants or washing cars and windows. According to the US EPA, 30% of daily water use is outdoors. The EPA also states that rain barrels could save the average homeowner 1300 gallons of water annually and decrease water bills by as much as 40%. A 500
square foot roof can fill a properly installed 50-gallon rain barrel in approximately one hour. One full rain barrel will water a 200-square-foot garden.
To find out more about the barrels and to participate in The Great American Rain Barrel Program, please visit: www.greatamericanrainbarrel.com/community/ and select your town.
Barrels are offered for $80-$89.
Barrels will be available for pick up on April 18th, 2026.
Deadline for purchase is April 5th, 2026 Midnight.
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About the Great American Rain Barrel
The Great American Rain Barrel is a local food-import company that has been repurposing food grade shipping drums into Rain Barrels since 1988. The Great American Rain Barrel Co. has been an approved vendor by the MASS DEP since 2010.
Contact: Suzanne Gebelein, sales@tgarb.com
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