Tips
Lawn Watering Tips
Timing is everything… Water your lawn and plants early in the morning – between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m – to avoid frequently watering this summer. Watering in the morning will reduce the amount of…
Septic System Care
UNDERSTAND YOUR SYSTEM Septic systems, are soil-based treatment systems used by homes and businesses to treat and dispose of wastewater. Correctly treating and disposing of wastewater is critical to protecting public health and the environment….
Pollinator Friendly Garden
Plant a pollinator-friendly garden with a diverse variety of native plants blooming all season long. You will get both beautiful flowers and wildlife! 3 Tips for Attracting Pollinators Plant flowers native to your area. They…
Well Maintenance
You are responsible for checking and inspecting your well for mechanical problems, cleanliness, and the presence of certain contaminants! Now is the perfect time to check that off your to-do list. Responsibilities as a Well…
Well Water Tip
Well water should be tested every year to make sure that your water is safe to drink and to ensure there are no mechanical problems with your well. Your drinking water should be tested any…
Think before you salt
As the snow starts to come so does the ice! When you begin salting this winter remember to think before you salt! All you need is 1 coffee mug for a 12ft x 12ft area.
Salt Smart Certified
Are you a winter maintenance professionals getting ready for the upcoming winter season? Learn how to save money and protect our local lakes and rivers. Get Smart Salting certified with classes offered by Minnesota Pollution…
Medication Drop Off
Medicine drop off programs are the best way to dispose of unused, unwanted or expired medications. It is easy, free and anonymous! Some people believe that it’s okay to flush certain medicines when they are…
Don’t Toss! Drop Off!
Have you ever thrown household waste away and thought “There must be a better way to dispose of this!” There is a great chance that there probably is! Leftover household products can be safely disposed…
Pledge to Keep our water
Drinkable, Fishable, Swimmable
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Take the pledge and download our Clean Water BINGO. Play to help keep our water clean.
