South Fayette Conservation Group

Rain Barrels on Display Now!

The rain barrels are on display at the South Fayette Middle School. See more pictures.

Enter the raffle and take a chance to win them at the Celebration of Excellence that runs this Thursday from 7-9 at the Middle School. The rain barrels will move to the High School on May 3rd for the band concert.

Tickets are $1 a piece or 10 for $5. Each ticket is a vote for which barrel is your favorite.

For more information, email Cindy Cox at: ccox@southfayetteconservation.org.

Recent News: SFCG Recieves Mini Grant from Dominion

On April 5^th, the South Fayette Conservation Group received an $800 grant through the 2012 Dominion Watershed Mini Grants Program to be used for our general operating expenses.  Grants like this help the South Fayette Conservation Group meet our mission to conserve, protect and enhance our natural and recreational resources for the benefit of our families and neighbors.  Financial support for this project is provided by the Dominion Foundation which is dedicated to the economic, physical and social health of the communities served by Dominion companies. 

The grant program is administered by the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy in commitment to its core mission of conserving Pennsylvania’s diverse ecosystems through science-based strategy, leadership, and collaboration.

The SFCG presents:
Rain Barrel / Rain Garden Workshop May 14 at 6:30
At the South Fayette Twp Municipal building-515 Millers Run Rd

Why have a Rain Barrel?

A rain barrel is a container used to collect and store rainwater from your roof that would otherwise be lost to runoff and diverted out onto your property or to a storm drain and eventually to local streams or rivers. Rain barrels are also an economical way to store rain water to be used as a secondary water supply for indoor plants, flower gardens, lawns, fill the bird bath, and washing cars and windows. Learn installation tips and make a difference in your own backyard!

What is a Rain Garden?

A rain garden is a specially designed garden, with a man-made depression, that collects and infiltrates runoff from impervious surfaces such as a roof, driveway, or parking lots. The runoff diverted to the rain garden soaks into the ground and is used by the plants rather than being a potential cause of erosion and the carrying of pollutants (sediment, lawn fertilizers, and pet droppings) to the nearest creek, stream, or river. Learn how to create a functional and beautiful landscape!

Workshop is free – Pre-registration is desired.
Pre-register to purchase a 40-gallon blue rain barrel plus plumbing for $40. or $35. for plumbing alone, (rain barrels are available elsewhere in various colors and sizes in local stores or catalogs).

Take a chance to win a painted Rain Barrel!

The South Fayette Middle and High School Lion Hearts Clubs are participating in a “Paint a Rain Barrel Contest” to help the SFCG spread the word on the importance of collecting storm water. These creative works of art painted by teams of middle and high school student volunteers, will be displayed at the middle school during the play on April 21^st, the middle and high school during the Celebration of Excellence on April 26th, and the high school band concert May 3rd, and everyday in between!  Chances are $1 for one or $5.00 for ten chances. Winners will be contacted by May 5^th, just in time for the Workshop! Winners will also receive free plumbing for their rain barrel.

For more information about the workshop or contest, please email ccox@southfayetteconservation.org or call Cindy Cox 412-855-6799