Working Draft for:
Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday March 16th, 2017 8:35 am
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck
This week we focus on: The Assiniboine Watershed
"The Assiniboine Watershed Stewardship Association (AWSA) is an independent, non-profit organization that is dedicated to protecting and enhancing source water in the Assiniboine River Watershed. Our VISION is citizens and communities of the Assiniboine River Watershed working together to protect the source waters of the Assiniboine River; its tributaries and aquifers within the watershed. Our MISSION is to have healthy source waters throughout the Assiniboine River Watershed"
"We work closely with all levels of government, as well as other stewardship groups and private agencies, to complete the key actions contained in our two Source Water Protection Plans. The Assiniboine River Watershed is an exceptional area with its own unique source water concerns. The Source Water Protection Plans target the highest ranking risks that are threatening the water supplies. The AWSA provides local solutions to local problems, while also providing a place people can call for help with their own water-related issues. Through the actions of the association, we strive to ensure that every person in the Assiniboine River Watershed has a safe, reliable supply of drinking water, now and into the future"
Water Use in Your Home by J Nielsen Aug 8, 2013
What you need to know to use less and spend less
“The #1 Water saving device is You!”
Being Water Wise.......................................................1
Home Water Audit ......................................................2
The Bathroom
Toilets ..............................................................4-5
Faucets ...............................................................6
Baths vs. Showers................................................7
The Kitchen
Sinks ..................................................................8
Dishwashers........................................................9
Food Preparation................................................10
The Laundry Room
Washing Machines.............................................11
Water Treatment .................................................12
Water Heating
Technologies ................................................13-14
Outdoor Water Conservation
Technologies .....................................................15
Building Your Own Rain Barrel ........................16-17
Lawn Watering...................................................18
Lawn Maintenance .............................................19
Xeriscaping Your Yard....................................20-21
Online Resources .....................................................22
Top 10 Conservation Efforts You Can Take Right Now! page 23
1. Pay attention to those dripping sounds and fix the leak(s).
2. Reduce toilet tank capacity (replace it with a water efficient toilet or retrofit it to decrease the amount of water it uses).
3. Replace your showerhead with a water efficient model. This saves as much as six gallons of water per minute!
4. Install faucet aerators.
5. Take shorter showers and wash hands using only as much water flow as you really need.
6. Never run the dishwasher or washing machine without a full load.
7. Turn off the taps while brushing your teeth.
8. Ensure your sprinklers only spray on the areas that need water.
9. Take your car to a car wash that recycles the water.
10. Use a broom to clean your driveway.
1. Pay attention to those dripping sounds and fix the leak(s).
2. Reduce toilet tank capacity (replace it with a water efficient toilet or retrofit it to decrease the amount of water it uses).
3. Replace your showerhead with a water efficient model. This saves as much as six gallons of water per minute!
4. Install faucet aerators.
5. Take shorter showers and wash hands using only as much water flow as you really need.
6. Never run the dishwasher or washing machine without a full load.
7. Turn off the taps while brushing your teeth.
8. Ensure your sprinklers only spray on the areas that need water.
9. Take your car to a car wash that recycles the water.
10. Use a broom to clean your driveway.
For more information on water conservation and references contained in this brochure visit:
Saskatchewan Environmental Society
• www.environmentalsociety.ca
Saskatchewan Watershed Authority
• www.swa.ca
SaskEnergy
• www.saskenergy.com
Natural Resources Canada
• www.nrcan.gc.ca
Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation
• www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/co/maho/la/la_001.cfm (soil types)
• www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/co/maho/la/la_004.cfm (lawn care)
Canadian Water and Wastewater Association
• www.cwwa.ca
United Nations International Decade for Action-Water for Life
• www.un.org/waterforlifedecade/
Waterwiser Drip Calculator
• www.awwa.org/awwa/waterwiser/dripcalc.cfm
Agriculture Canada – Plant Hardiness Zone Map of Canada
(National Land and Water Information Service)
• http://nlwis-snite1.agr.gc.ca/plant00/index.phtml
Discover Preeceville's Trails on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Oxayo2IfHo
"Saskatchewan is a vast province, home to fantastic landscapes, incredible sights, and many hidden gems; the trails around Preeceville are proof of that. We travel to one such gem, the Ushta Valley, just outside the town Endeavour. Fortunately for you, this is one snowmobiling secret that's just too good to keep to yourself"
"The decision to get behind the wheel after drinking may be 1 of the costliest choices you'll ever make" Know the consequences! https://www.sgi.sk.ca/individuals/safety/drugs/consequences.html
Events:
- March 15th & 16th - Mackenzie Society Garage Sale - 10:30 am - 3:00 pm at 40 - 7th St SE
- Come support the Preeceville Midget Pats for the B side banner vs Grenfell Midget Spitfires on Thursday March 16th 8:00 pm Game 2 of the best of three at the Preeceville Skating Arena.
Grenfell defeated Preeceville 4-3 in Game 1
- Preeceville Bantam Pats Aside Banner playoff vs Yorkton
Snap on Tools Game 1 in Yorkton March 21 at 7:30 at the Kinsmen Arena Game 2
March 26th at 4:00 pm at the Preeeceville Skating Arena
- March 17th Preeceville figure skating carnival Starts 7:00 pm at the Preeceville Skating Arena - the theme is Rock of Ages - Admission is $5 which includes dessert and coffee at intermission preschool free - 50/50 draw to be made at 8;30 minumum is a $1000
- Mar 19th - Kelsey Ecological Society presents: Bats of Saskatchewan - Shelby Bohn presenting - 2:00 PM at Club 60 - everyone welcome.
- Mar 26, 2017 to Apr 1, 2017 - Parkland Music Festival - Piano, Band/Instrumental, Vocal/Speech Arts Performance and Competition for individuals and groups in the Parkland Area. Entry deadline is January 31, 2017. That's held at Trinity and Grace United churches and Sturgis Composite High School. Contact: Anna Russell 306-547-4645 russella@sasktel.net
- April 25th - Volunteer Appreciation Tea & Awards - 2:00pm at club 60 - everyone welcome.
- May 27th - Town of Preeceville Community Wide Garage Sale
- In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.
- And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca
- CANADA 150 CELEBRATION - PREECEVILLE Strong, Proud and Free
In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.
Canada’s 150th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811
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