Learn to build a rain barrel

On May 20 at 6 p.m., Cowlitz County Master Gardener Jon Griffin will discuss the benefits using rain barrels. Participants will take home a rain barrel from the class.

Griffin will discuss how to get started, what to look for when buying a suitable barrel and how to construct a system that will make economic and environmental sense. Cost of the class is $40 per barrel. Additional rain barrels can be purchased at $30. Participants must pre-register by May 15. The class will be held in the Floral Building located on the Cowlitz County fairgrounds in Longview. The workshop is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners.

For more information, contact Gary Fredricks at 577-3014 Ext 3 or garyf@wsu.edu.