Home lawn and garden practices significantly impact the health of the Mississippi River. In this brief but informative workshop,learn how you can become part of the solution. This workshop takes a how-to approach, suggesting local resources and quickly covering the most relevant information so you can begin taking steps to protect water quality this gardening season. We will discuss:

• • ways to provide sidewalk traction in winter, possibly eliminating or reducing salt runoff,
• • what needs to be picked up or cleaned from yards in winter to reduce pollution,
• • landscaping with native plant species,
• • the proper use of lawn fertilizer,
• • rain barrels,
• • backyard composting, and more!

Learn more and claim your seat now at: http://fmr.org/events/2016/10/18/landscape-river-workshop-native-plants-raingardens-lawn-care-water-quality-winter