Mulch: A Simple Step That Saves Water, Time, and Money and Strengthens Your Landscape
When it comes to water-wise landscaping, creating a beautiful, water-efficient yard in California doesn’t have to be complicated. One of the simplest and most effective tools available is mulch.
Celebrating International Dog Day: The Importance of Water for Pet Health
August 26th is International Dog Day and is a perfect time to show our furry friends our unwavering love, just as they do. In celebration of this observance, Save Our Water would like to highlight the vital role water plays in our pets’ health. Ensuring our dogs stay hydrated is crucial, but it’s also important […]
The Heat is On
Summer is officially here. As our state transitions from record breaking rain and snow to record breaking high temperatures, it is more important than ever to remember to conserve water. While the state is no longer in a critical drought, the summer months present a big opportunity to make a positive impact to help preserve […]
Water Your Trees… To Save Water?
That’s right! Watering and taking care of our trees is a great way to conserve water. When we water our trees, we allow them to absorb water deep into their root systems. This helps them develop to provide shade and cooler temperatures during the summer. Trees are also an important part of flood control thanks […]
Fragrant Blooms for Mother’s Day
For Mother’s Day, many people will give their mom a traditional bouquet of flowers, but have you considered expressing your gratitude and appreciation with fragrant, water-wise plants? A colorful and creative arrangement can serve as a centerpiece on a table, but a new California native plant can be a beautiful addition to an outdoor space. […]
Swiss Chard Quiche Recipe in Collaboration with El Nido Family Centers
El Nido Family Centers invited Save Our Water to participate in their culinary program. The students planted swiss chard in the garden and prepared the Quiche recipe with their harvest. You can find the recipe below. Swiss chard is a type of herbaceous plant that requires little water to thrive, so you can harvest it […]
Cesar Chavez Day
César Chávez Day is celebrated on March 31, to celebrate the birth and legacy of César Estrada Chávez, a Mexican American labor leader and civil rights activist. Born on March 31, 1927, to a family of migrant farm laborers, Chávez was a farmworker throughout his youth and into adulthood before becoming a civil rights leader. He […]
How to Save Water during Spring Break
Spring break is here, and surely your kids will spend much more time at home. Here are some ideas for activities your little ones can do in their free time, while also learning how to keep conserving water both inside and outside the house. Remember, young children learn best while having fun, so try to […]
World Water Day 2024
World Water Day, celebrated on March 22, is a reminder of how precious this resource is, especially in California, where climate experts believe extreme weather could diminish our water supply by up to 10% by 2040. In observation of World Water Day, there are many water conservation habits we can all incorporate into our lives. […]
Conserving the Way to the Perfect Pint
California is home to countless microbreweries that churn out millions of barrels of beer every year. While they’re enjoying a frosty brew, most people don’t realize how much water is used to make all those delicious suds. To find an innovative way to significantly decrease the amount of water used in brewing beer. Urban Roots […]
