Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond by Brad Lancaster

Brad Lancaster: Harvesting Water and More To Turn "Wastes" Into Resources: The Story of Rain Beer, Urban Drool Harvesting, Managing Mega-Cities Like Forests and More, October 7, 2010 - Albuquerque NM
2010-10-07 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Brad will be giving this free public talk as part of Albuquerque Academy‘s Community Academy series.
Location: Music Building, Performance Hall at Albuquerque Academy, 6400 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque NM 87109
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Phone: (505) 828-3200 (Main office number)
This dynamic talk looks into how we tend to mismanage our most precious resource: water. Examples and case studies will be used to illustrate how one can sustainably enhance water, energy, and food resources at home, in our communities, and beyond. In addition, Brad will cover water-harvesting from dirt roads, Portland’s Sustainable Stormwater Program, green burials, an urban farm irrigated solely by rain and stormwater. Monetary savings associated with each example are dramatic, and these practices simultaneously enhance local resources and quality of life. Best of all, you can do the same!

Brad Lancaster: Rainwater Harvesting Talk and Book Signing, September 23, 2010 - Bellingham WA
2010-09-23 19:00 - 20:30
Date: Thursday, September 23
Time: 7 pm
Location:
Village Books
1200 Eleventh Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
Phone: (360) 671-2626 or (800) 392-BOOK
Contact: Nan Macy, Village Books Events Coordinator
More info to come…

Brad Lancaster: Keynote Address at Bay-Friendly Landscape Conference, September 17, 2010 - San Francisco CA
2010-09-17
Transforming Urban Landscapes to Protect Our Water Resources
Click to download the Bay-Friendly Landscape Conference 2010 Brochure and Schedule.
Keynote Speaker: Brad Lancaster
When: Friday, September 17th, 2010
Where: St. Mary’s Event Center, San Francisco, CA
Cost:
Conference (September 17): $125 Member / $150 Non-Member
Pre-Conference Tour (September 16): $70 Member / $85 Non-Member
Register by September 1st to qualify for the smart controller raffle.
(A smart controller is an irrigation controller that automatically adjusts the application of water to match current weather (and sometimes site) conditions.)
Lunch is included with both the conference and pre-conference tour.
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The 2010 Bay-Friendly Landscape Conference and MarketPlace will feature interactive sessions, professional networking, and a marketplace of cutting-edge technologies and products. Experts will offer practical tools and solutions to creating landscapes that conserve natural resources, prevent pollution, and cut greenhouse gas emissions that work with the uniqueness of the San Francisco Bay watershed.
NEW! Pre-Conference Tour of Bay-Friendly Landscapes
September 16th, 2010, space is limited.
Conference Highlights:
– Learn how to cost effectively minimize environmental impacts while promoting ecological potential.
– Get the most recent information from experienced professionals and practitioners.
– Discover innovative landscaping products and services.
– Improve your skills, knowledge, and bottom line.
Registration for the Conference and Tour
Become a Sponsor – Increase your organization’s visibility and commitment to the sustainable landscaping movement.
For more information:
Visit www.bayfriendlycoalition.org/2010Conference.shtml, or contact:
Joanne Connelly, Conference Planner
Joanne@BayFriendlyCoalition.org
(510) 207-8643

Brad Lancaster: Water Wanderings and More in the Middle East, Free Public Talk, August 26, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-08-26 18:30 - 20:00
Join hosts Technicians for Sustainability (tfssolar.com) on August 26, 2010, at 6:30pm for a captivating 1-hour talk, “Water Wanderings and More in the Middle East,” with Brad Lancaster, author of the award-winning Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond.
In this presentation, Brad will share inspiring stories and images gleaned during two recent trips to the Middle East: a U.S. State Department-sponsored trip to Jordan and Saudi Arabia in 2009, and a return trip to the region in 2010 to teach permaculture in Palestine and conduct research in Syria and Israel.
Topics Include: sustainable groundwater extraction with ancient gravity-fed qanats; the forgotten and refound cisterns of old Jeddah; revived Nabatean runoff farms producing almonds, carob, olives, pomegranates, grapes, figs, and more on just 4 inches (50 mm) of rain per year; rainwater tea; revolving community loan funds; water wise women of Jordan; tank culture in a water-truck culture, the spiral cisterns of the Bell Caves, salvaged plastic bottle irrigation, and kanafa.
Where: TFS’s downtown location at 612 N 7th Avenue. Car parking available on the north side of 5th Street. Plenty of bike parking available.
Reserve Encouraged: Please RSVP by August 19th. Light Middle Eastern refreshments will be served. To reserve your spot, please email TFS community outreach coordinator Aimee King at aimee@tfssolar.com or call 740-0736.
If you are inspired to help spread the word about this event, you can download TFS’ Water Wanderings Talk Flyer and email it around or print and hang on your favorite community bulletin board. Thanks!

Brad Lancaster: Water Harvesting to Turn Drains Into Sponges and Water Scarcity Into Water Abundance, Saturday, August 7, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-08-07 16:30 - 18:30
Date: Saturday, August 7
Time: 4:30 or 5 pm until 6 or 6:30 pm (summer-style)
Location: Café Passé, 415 North 4th Avenue, Tucson
Cost: Free
Note: This talk is being given primarily for a group of students touring Tucson; while these students get priority seating, any extra seats can be taken by anyone that shows up.

Description of talk:
This inspiring power point presentation shares eight universal principles of water harvesting along with simple strategies that turn water scarcity into water abundance. They empower you to create integrated water-sustainable landscape plans at home and throughout your community. Rainwater harvesting is the process of capturing rain and making the most of it as close as possible to where it falls. Greywater harvesting is the process of directing water from household sink, bathtub, shower, and washing machine drains into the soils of the landscape where the water is naturally filtered and reused to generate more on-site resources. The two work hand in hand, and can reduce our water consumption by 30 to 50%! You’ll see examples enhancing local food security, passively cooling cities in summer, reducing costs of living and energy consumption, controlling erosion, averting flooding, reviving dead waterways, minimizing water pollution, building community, creating celebration, and more.

Brad Lancaster: Free Hands-On Earthworkshop, Saturday, July 31, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-07-31 07:00 - 12:00
During this free workshop you will learn how to implement water-harvesting earthworks with Brad Lancaster on one of his sites here in Tucson.
There will be no lecture and no slide show — all instruction will happen as you work.
This is aptly described as a WORKshop — please attend only if you can come prepared to wield a shovel and give your sweat glands a good workout. In return, you will learn the art & science of earthworks from Brad himself.
Refreshments and refills of your own water bottle will be provided.
Be prepared to be outdoors in the sun for the duration of the workshop. Wear a hat and closed-toe shoes.
Brad will provide some tools, but if you have a shovel, pick, or iron rake you could bring, please do so.
Limited to 20 people.
For location and directions, send an email to admin@www.harvestingrainwater.com.

WMG/Brad Lancaster: Water Harvesting for Food Production Lecture, July 17, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-07-17 13:30 - 15:30
WMG Water Harvesting Lecture Series #5: Water Harvesting for Food Production
Internationally renowned water-harvesting expert Brad Lancaster will offer a presentation on the use of water-harvesting systems for food production. Food is virtual water – originating from the source of irrigation. Local, sustainable food is all the rage, but we can take it further by growing that food with local, sustainable water. This talk covers the growing of food using rainwater, stormwater, and greywater for irrigation. Case studies include rain-fed greenhouses, dryfarming, backyard market gardens, granada greywater groves, and climate-appropriate traditional and appropriate plantings. This class is a session of Watershed Management Group’s Water Harvesting Certification program that is made available to the public.
Cost: $25
Date & Time: Saturday, July 17, 1:30 – 3:30pm
**Updated Location: Ward 3 City Council Office: 1510 E Grant Rd
Space is limited; register with James MacAdam, james@watershedmg.org, 520-396-3266.
Visit watershedmg.org for more information.

WMG/Scott Calhoun: Landscape Design for Water Harvesting Lecture, July 15, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-07-15 14:30 - 16:30
WMG Water Harvesting Lecture Series #4: Landscape Design for Water Harvesting
Landscape designer and author Scott Calhoun will present on the application of landscape-design principles to water-harvesting landscapes. This class is based on the premise that water-conserving landscapes can be detailed, beautiful, and plant-rich. Participants will learn about the distinctive qualities of desert gardens and be introduced to basic landscape design skills. We will discuss how patios, rocks, and plants are incorporated into gardens as design elements. This class is a session of the WMG Water Harvesting Certification program that is made available to the public.
Cost: $25
Date & Time: Thursday, July 15, 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: WMG Office, 3809 E 3rd St, Tucson
Space is limited; RSVP to James MacAdam required, james@watershedmg.org, 520-396-3266.
Visit watershedmg.org for more information on the course.
For more information on Scott Calhoun, visit zonagardens.com.

Joel Glanzberg: Permaculture Design Certification Course, July 15-25, 2010 - Amarillo TX
2010-07-15 - 2010-07-25

WMG/Catlow Shipek: Water-Harvesting Earthworks Lecture, July 12, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-07-12 13:30 - 15:30
WMG Water Harvesting Lecture Series #3: Water Harvesting Earthworks
WMG co-founder, instructor and water-harvesting expert Catlow Shipek will offer a presentation on the types and uses of water-harvesting earthworks. The presentation will include information on design, installation and best practices for the use of earthworks for harvesting rainwater and reducing erosion. This class is a session of the WMG Water Harvesting Certification program that is made available to the public.
Cost: $25
Date & Time: Monday, July 12, 1:30 – 3:30pm
Location: WMG Office, 3809 E 3rd St, Tucson
Space is limited; register with James MacAdam, james@watershedmg.org, 520-396-3266.
Visit watershedmg.org for more information.

WMG/Brad Lancaster: Greywater Harvesting Lecture, July 11, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-07-11 13:30 - 15:30
WMG Water Harvesting Lecture Series #2: Greywater
Internationally renowned water-harvesting expert Brad Lancaster will offer a presentation on the use of greywater as a water resource. This talk covers all the basics of gravity-fed greywater harvesting systems – ranging from very simple-to-install systems such as the “Bucket & Chuck It,” to more complex-to-install, but much more convenient-to-use Branched-Drain and Multi-Pipe Laundry systems. Retrofits and new construction are covered, along with greywater-harvesting stubouts, guidelines, laws, appropriate soaps and detergents, maintenance, case studies, and kitchen sink dark greywater systems. This class is a session of the WMG Water Harvesting Certification program that is made available to the public.
Cost: $25
Date & Time: Sunday, July 11, 1:30 – 3:30 pm
Location: 940 W Alameda Ave, Tucson
Space is limited; register with James MacAdam, james@watershedmg.org, 520-396-3266.
Visit watershedmg.org for more information.

WMG/Lincoln Perino: Water Harvesting with Cisterns Lecture, July 11, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-07-11 07:45 - 09:45
WMG Water Harvesting Lecture Series #1: Cisterns
WMG instructor and professional water-harvesting installer Lincoln Perino will offer a presentation on history, uses, and best practices for installing water harvesting tanks and cisterns. This class is a session of the WMG Water Harvesting Certification program that is made available to the public.
Cost: $25
Date & Time: Sunday, July 11, 7:45 – 9:45 am
Location: 940 W Alameda Ave, Tucson
Space is limited; register with James MacAdam, james@watershedmg.org, 520-396-3266.
Visit watershedmg.org for more information.

Watershed Management Group: Water Harvesting Certification, July 9-18, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-07-09 - 2010-07-18
Watershed Management Group Water Harvesting Certification – Tucson, July 9-18, 2010
WMG is accepting applications for the WMG Water Harvesting Certification course, a 65-hour program that offers a mix of classroom and hands-on education in design and installation of water harvesting systems. This program, the only one of its kind in the country, has attracted a diverse array of professionals, educators and community activists from around the country interested in building a depth of knowledge and skill in this increasingly popular field. We are running a section of the course in Tucson July 9-18, a nine-day intensive schedule designed with consideration for those who wish to attend from out-of-town. If you or anyone you know might be interested in learning more about the course, please point them to watershedmg.org/certification, where a full announcement and application are available. We are accepting applications for the course on a rolling basis through May 17.

Brad Lancaster: Rainwater & Greywater Talk for USGBC Nevada Monthly Membership Breakfast, July 6, 2010 - Las Vegas NV
2010-07-06 07:00 - 08:00
Date: July 6, 2010
Time: 7 am
Location: Cili Restaurant at Bali Hai Golf Club, 5160 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas NV 89119
Brad will be presenting his general water-harvesting talk (see description below), with a special emphasis on greywater harvesting.

Turning Drains Into Sponges and Water Scarcity Into Water Abundance
This inspiring power point presentation shares eight universal principles of water harvesting along with simple strategies that turn water scarcity into water abundance. They empower you to create integrated water-sustainable landscape plans at home and throughout your community. Rainwater harvesting is the process of capturing rain and making the most of it as close as possible to where it falls. Greywater harvesting is the process of directing water from household sink, bathtub, shower, and washing machine drains into the soils of the landscape where the water is naturally filtered and reused to generate more on-site resources. The two work hand in hand, and can reduce our water consumption by 30 to 50%! You’ll see examples enhancing local food security, passively cooling cities in summer, reducing costs of living and energy consumption, controlling erosion, averting flooding, reviving dead waterways, minimizing water pollution, building community, creating celebration, and more.
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The U.S. Green Building Council – Nevada Chapter is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and has been an organizational leader in Nevada for green building and sustainability since 2003. Our purpose is to make a positive difference in the built, natural, and social environments of the state.
With core values based on Collaboration, Environmental Stewardship, Education, Networking and Diversity, the USGBC – Nevada Chapter brings focus and vision to sustainable development and green building.
Join us in shaping the green building industry to create healthier, more productive communities in Nevada. We are seeking new members and participants to serve on committees for communications, programs, membership and active board members. We have regular meetings with educational presentations in both Las Vegas and Reno (see our Events page for details). Our meetings are an excellent opportunity to network, socialize and learn about green building in Nevada.
For more information about USGBC’s Nevada Chapter, visit: chapters.usgbc.org/lasvegas.

Brad Lancaster: Day Workshop on Designing and Implementing Runoff Harvesting & Evening Lecture on Harvesting and Using Rainwater, June 24, 2010 - Kibbutz Beit Oren, ISRAEL
2010-06-24
Click for Brad Lancaster Event Info in Hebrew.

Come and learn from Brad Lancaster, a global expert on harvesting, saving and using rainwater. Brad offers simple, affordable solutions that anyone can apply. Whether in a rural or urban setting, large or small scale, as a professional designer or for personal use, you can learn how to turn this problem into a solution.
For more information about Brad and his work: www.harvestingrainwater.com

Location: Lecture Hall at Kibbutz Beit Oren
Workshop Times: 8:30 am – 4 pm with a lunch break
Evening Lecture Time: 5 pm
Cost: 150 NIS, for one or both events (the price is the same whether you go to one or both events)
For more details and enrollment please call or email: 0572258745 or rainwaterisrael@gmail.com
There are a limited number of spots available. All talks will be in English.

Brad Lancaster: Runoff Harvesting Solutions from Around the Globe, June 22, 2010 - Sde Boker, ISRAEL
2010-06-22 11:00 - 12:00
Water: From Shortage to Abundance

Click for Brad Lancaster Event Info in Hebrew.

Come learn from a global expert about harvesting, saving and using rainwater. Brad offers simple, affordable solutions that anyone can apply. Whether in a rural or urban setting, large or small scale, as a professional designer or for personal use, you can learn how to turn this problem into a solution. This is a one-hour free lecture.
Location: Ben Guryon University, Sde Boker, Israel
Time: 11 am

For more information about Brad and his work: www.harvestingrainwater.com

For more details and enrollment: please call 0572258745 or write rainwaterisrael@gmail.com.

Seating is limited. All talks will be in English.

Brad Lancaster, David Spicer, and Murad Al Khuffash: Permaculture Design Course, June 6-17, 2010 - Marda, West Bank, Palestine
2010-06-06 - 2010-06-17
Join world class permaculture instructors Brad Lancaster, David Spicer, and Murad Alkufash for the first Permaculture Design Certification course to be held in the West Bank, Palestine.
In addition to this being a groundbreaking drylands PDC course, it is a once in a lifetime immersion opportunity into the rich culture and heritage of the people of the rural West Bank, who have cared for and farmed the land of this region for over one thousand years.

Course participants will be part of the world-changing movement to “green the deserts” of the Middle East through the design principles of permaculture — learning skills such as rainwater harvesting, food forest production, homescale gardening to maximize production on small acreages, and more. Participants will also have the unique opportunity to participate in a 3-day Arabic immersion course, traditional Palestinian culinary workshops, and historic tours of the ancient Salfit area. Special highlights of the week will include Skype sessions with Geoff Lawton.
The PDC will run from the 6-17th of June, 2010, with an optional 3 day Arabic-language course starting the 3rd of June, 2010.
This course is supported by the Firedoll Foundation, the Council for Australian Arab Relations and the Permaculture Research Institute.
Please go to the bookings page for further information, booking options, and contact details.

Tucson Water: Free Seminar on Tucson's New Residential Greywater Ordinance: May 26, 2010
2010-05-26 18:00 - 19:30
What: Free seminar on Tucson’s New Residential Greywater Ordinance that goes into effect on June 1, 2010

Date: Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Time: 6-7:30 pm

Location: Ward 2 Office,
7575 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson

For more information or to register: contact Sarah Gallahar at (520) 837-2105 or sarah.gallahar@tucsonaz.gov

Brad Lancaster: Water Harvesting Talk at Living Green Conference, May 22, 2010 - Phoenix AZ
2010-05-22 08:30 - 18:00
Join the Phoenix Permaculture Guild for their 2010 Living Green Conference!
Date: Saturday, May 22, 2010
Conference Times: 8:30 am – 6 pm
Brad’s Talk: 4 – 5 pm
Location: Phoenix Zoo, 455 N Galvin Parkway, Phoenix AZ
Cost: $62 / person (includes a catered lunch);
$55 / person not including lunch;
$44 / person for students
The Living Green Conference is a day-long event full of powerful presentations designed to educate and promote sustainable practices and environmental awareness in the way we live, work and play.
This unique event features numerous authors and speakers on all aspects of sustainability, as well as dozens of eco-friendly vendors and local organizations.
This is NOT an EXPO, nor is it so much about Green Building, rather it is a more intimate gathering (350 max) for those who are looking to reduce their environmental impact and LIVE GREENER in their everyday life.
The Living Green Conference is an incredible opportunity for Arizona’s eco-conscious community to come together and learn, connect, network, support local “green” businesses, share knowledge & resources, and to be inspired to co-create a more sustainable environment for our future.
Living Green is maintaining healthy cooperative communities, strong local economies, as well as social and economic justice and ecological balance. We’re celebrating what’s working in Arizona — for people, businesses and the environment.
For more information and to register for the conference: livinggreenconference.com/home_page.html

Watershed Management Group: Deadline Extended for Applications for July Water Harvesting Certification Course
2010-05-17
Application Deadline is May 17 for Watershed Management Group Water Harvesting Certification – Tucson, July 9-18, 2010
WMG is accepting applications for the WMG Water Harvesting Certification course, a 65-hour program that offers a mix of classroom and hands-on education in design and installation of water harvesting systems. This program, the only one of its kind in the country, has attracted a diverse array of professionals, educators and community activists from around the country interested in building a depth of knowledge and skill in this increasingly popular field. We are running a section of the course in Tucson July 9-18, a nine-day intensive schedule designed with consideration for those who wish to attend from out-of-town. If you or anyone you know might be interested in learning more about the course, please point them to watershedmg.org/certification, where a full announcement and application are available. We are accepting applications for the course on a rolling basis through May 17.

Brad Lancaster: WMG's Water Harvesting Certification Program Greywater System Installation, May 13, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-05-14 07:00 - 12:00
Date: Friday, May 14, 2010
Time: 7 am – noon

Note: This workshop is part of Watershed Management Group’s Water Harvesting Certification Program and is not open to the public. For more information, visit watershedmg.org.

Brad Lancaster: Water-Harvesting Workshop, May 12, 2010 - San Juan Capistrano CA
2010-05-12 09:00 - 13:00
Native-Plant Rain Garden Installation with Brad Lancaster

Date: Wednesday, May 12
Time: 9 am – 1 pm
Cost: $15 for members, $25 for non-members

Location: The Ecology Center, 32701 Alipaz St, San Juan Capistrano CA 92675

For more information or to sign up:
Call: (949) 443-4223, or
Email: morgan@theecologycenter.org

Brad Lancaster: Public Water-Harvesting Talk, May 11, 2010 - San Juan Capistrano CA
2010-05-11 18:30 - 20:30
Harvesting Water and More To Turn “Wastes” into Resources: The Story of Rain Beer, Urban Drool Harvesting, Managing Mega-Cities Like Forests, and more.
This dynamic talk looks into how we tend to mismanage but could properly manage our most precious resource: water. Many examples and case studies are given that illustrate how we can sustainably enhance our water, energy, and food resources at home, within our communities, and beyond. In addition, Brad will also cover water-harvesting from dirt roads, Portland’s Sustainable Stormwater Program, green burials, an urban farm irrigated solely by rain and stormwater, and more. Monetary savings associated with each example are dramatic, and these practices simultaneously enhance local resources and quality of life. Best of all, you can do the same.
Date: May 11, 2010
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location:
The Ecology Center
32701 Alipaz St
San Juan Capistrano, CA
Cost: $15 for members, $25 for non-members. To purchase advance tickets, contact The Ecology Center. Tickets will also be available at the door.
Phone: (949) 443-4223
Email: morgan@theecologycenter.org
The Ecology Center’s mission is to inspire and involve people in the stewardship of Southern California’s environment, providing education in sustainable agriculture, ecological design and the heritage of San Juan Capistrano.

Brad Lancaster & Tara Reynaud: Seminar with Orange County Municipal Representatives & Water Districts, May 11, 2010 - Orange County CA
2010-05-11 09:00 - 13:00
Who:
City of San Juan Capistrano,
City of San Clemente,
City of Dana Point,
Municipal Water District of Orange County, and
South Coast Water District
What:
Representatives of these municipal entities will join water-harvesting expert Brad Lancaster and Tara Reynaud (Regional Program Director of GreenPlumbers USA) for a seminar on rainwater harvesting, Low Impact Development in rainwater harvesting, water conservation, and greywater.
When:
Tuesday, May 11, from 9 am – 1 pm
Where:
Community Center of San Juan Capistrano, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano CA 92675

This seminar is not open to enrollment. This description is provided for general information purposes only. For more information, please contact Ziad Mazboudi, City of San Juan Capistrano, at zmazboudi@sanjuancapistrano.org.

Pima Association of Governments: Stormwater Regulations for the Construction Industry, May 11, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-05-11 08:00 - 12:00
Stormwater Regulations for the Construction Industry
A seminar hosted by Pima Association of Governments
At the downtown Joel D. Valdez Main Library
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

The Stormwater & Construction Seminar is a rare opportunity for the public to interface with all the local regulatory agencies to understand their individual permitting requirements for construction sites. New this year, we will also feature information about the Rainwater Harvesting and Greywater Ordinances.
Polluted Stromwater is the leading cause of lowered water quality in our desert environment so controlling these discharges can help prevent harm to washes and the fragile desert ecosystems in Arizona. Learn about the governance of the Arizona Pollutant Discharge Elimination System program and see examples of Best Management Practices for your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.

The Seminar is free of cost and limited to 120 people.
One can register for the seminar on-line at http://www.pagstorm.com/Register or at 520-792-1093.
Please contact Mead Mier for more information at mmier@pagnet.org or click here: http://www.pagnet.org/Default.aspx?tabid=941

Brad Lancaster: Water Harvesting Presentation - San Diego (CA) Horticultural Society
2010-05-10 19:00 - 20:30
Date: May 10, 2010
Time: 7 – 8:30 pm (doors at 6 pm)
Annual Special Evening Event
Brad Lancaster, Speaker, Author, and Leader in the Water Harvesting Movement

Water Harvesting: Turning Drains into Sponges and Water Scarcity into Water Abundance
The San Diego Horticultural Society presents its annual Special Evening, this year featuring Brad Lancaster, a highly-respected leader in the water harvesting movement. In his inspiring PowerPoint presentation, Lancaster shares eight universal principles of water harvesting along with simple strategies that turn water scarcity into water abundance. These principles empower you to create integrated water-sustainable landscape plans at home and throughout your community. You’ll be inspired—and empowered— to start harvesting this precious resource for your own garden.
Rainwater harvesting is the process of capturing rain and making the most of it as close as possible to where it falls. Greywater harvesting is the process of directing water from household sink, bathtub, shower, and washing machine drains into the soils of the landscape where the water is naturally filtered and reused to generate more on-site resources. The two work hand in hand, and can reduce our water consumption by 30 to 50%! You’ll see examples enhancing local food security, passively cooling cities in summer, reducing costs of living and energy consumption, controlling erosion, averting flooding, reviving dead waterways, minimizing water pollution, building community, creating celebration, and more.
The presentation starts at 7 p.m. (doors open 6 p.m.) at the Surfside Race Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd in Del Mar. Parking is free and everyone is welcome.
Tickets for this exciting Special Evening are $15/SDHS members, $25/non-members. Come anytime after 6 p.m. to shop for plants and garden-related products, and to purchase the speaker’s two books. Seating is limited, and tickets may be ordered on-line at www.sdhortsoc.org

Brad Lancaster: WMG's Water Harvesting Certification Program Greywater Presentation and Site Assessment, May 9, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-05-09 08:00 - 12:00
Date: Sunday, May 9, 2010
Time: 8 am – noon

Note: This event is part of Watershed Management Group’s Water Harvesting Certification Program and is not open to the public. For more information, visit watershedmg.org.

Brad Lancaster: WMG's Water Harvesting Certification Program Intro to Water Harvesting Lecture, May 7, 2010 - Tucson AZ
2010-05-07 18:00 - 20:00
Date: Friday, May 7, 2010
Time: 6-8 pm

Note: This lecture is part of Watershed Management Group’s Water Harvesting Certification Program and is not open to the public. For more information, visit watershedmg.org.

Quivira Coalition: Second Annual Red Canyon Ranch Reserve Workshop and Rock Rolling Festival, April 30 - May 2, 2010 - Socorro NM
2010-04-30 - 2010-05-02
THE QUIVIRA COALITION
Ecological Restoration Workshop

Where: Red Canyon Reserve
When: Friday–Sunday April 30, May 1-2, 2010
In conjunction with:
Steve Carson, Rangeland Hands, Inc.;
Kirk Gadzia, Resource Management Services LLC; and
Craig Sponholtz, Dryland Solutions, Inc.
Cost: $25.00 per adult, free for enrolled college students and those
under 18. (Paid registration includes an Erosion Control Flip Card Set, a
$14.00 value.)
For more information, or to register: quiviracoalition.org/Land___Water/Restoration_Workshops/
Located southwest of Socorro, NM, nestled among the foothills of the San Mateo Mountains, the Red Canyon Reserve is a jewel waiting to be polished. Hard against the boundary of the Cibola National Forest, this 320-acre
property was bequeathed to The Quivira Coalition by the estate of Michael Belshaw and is devoted to activities directed toward the preservation of the land and wildlife. The majestic and rugged Red Canyon bisects the property as it runs down from the western mountains and opens up onto the Rio Grande Basin to the east. Mule deer, antelope, mountain lion, javelina, and many species of birds have been observed on the property.
During the 2009 RCR workshop, 32 volunteer participants and restoration contractors Steve Carson, Craig Sponholtz, and Steve Vrooman built 14 structures using 55 tons of rock! Some volunteers came from as far as North Carolina and Los Angeles. Participants also toured the Reserve with Rangeland Specialist, Kirk Gadzia. Many thanks to all who donated their time and services. The Quivira Coalition would like to invite you to attend our 2010 Ecological Restoration Workshop at Red Canyon Reserve. The workshop will build on previous treatments and offer you a chance to work directly with leading ecological restoration specialists as they try out innovative techniques in erosion control, stream-grade and stream-bank stabilization. On Friday at 1:00 pm, join us for a land health walk-about with Kirk Gadzia, Craig Sponholtz and Steve Carson, reviewing 2009 structure performance, and the reserve’s restoration history. On Saturday, May 1st, we will build a variety of rock structures to control headcut and sheet erosion. Craig will demonstrate how to create a machine-built Zuni Bowl. We will wrap up any unfinished projects Sunday morning.
The Reserve has running water, HOT SHOWERS, and a beautiful outhouse, but no housing facilities, so come prepared to camp. You may register online at www.quiviracoalition.org or by contacting Michael at 505-820-2544 ext. 6# or by email to: mbain@quiviracoalition.org. Registration is limited to 30 participants on a first come, first serve basis—so register today! Payment due at the Reserve, cash or check only. All registrants will receive information with workshop details and directions to the Reserve.

Brad Lancaster: Water Harvesting Talk at 2010 Water and Energy Summit, April 27, 2010 - Santa Fe NM
2010-04-27 08:45 - 10:00
Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Time: 8:45 – 10 am
Location: Ortiz Room of Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza, 100 Sandoval Street, Santa Fe NM
Cost: The cost to attend the Summit is $195 for both days or $100 per day.
For Additional Summit Info and Registration: water2conserve.com/water_energy.html
Brad’s Talk Title and Description:
Turning Drains Into Sponges and Water Scarcity Into Water Abundance
This inspiring power point presentation shares eight universal principles of water harvesting along with simple strategies that turn water scarcity into water abundance. They empower you to create integrated water-sustainable landscape plans at home and throughout your community. Rainwater harvesting is the process of capturing rain and making the most of it as close as possible to where it falls. Greywater harvesting is the process of directing water from household sink, bathtub, shower, and washing machine drains into the soils of the landscape where the water is naturally filtered and reused to generate more on-site resources. The two work hand in hand, and can reduce our water consumption by 30 to 50%! You’ll see examples enhancing local food security, passively cooling cities in summer, reducing costs of living and energy consumption, controlling erosion, averting flooding, reviving dead waterways, minimizing water pollution, building community, creating celebration, and more.
