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Calling All Photographers! Enter the WRRC 2024 Photo Contest

November 20, 2024

[…] under the 1964 Federal Water Resources Research Act. The WRRC conducts water policy research and analysis, and its information transfer activities include publications, conferences, lectures, and seminars. Water news and information are provided to the academic community, water professionals, elected and appointed officials, students and the public. From Water – Use It Wisely Want some inspiration? Find our Celebrate AZ Water blogs!

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Discover Passive Rainwater Harvesting to Enhance the Sustainability of Your Landscape

October 14, 2024

New Video Series Available Phoenix Water teamed up with Watershed Management Group to bring you a video series about passive rainwater harvesting and sustainable desert landscapes. And trust us—now’s the time to take action! You can make landscape changes that will help you grow vibrant, native plants, reduce your water use, and help your plants thrive in our desert environment. …

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Arbor Day: Because Trees are Nature’s Superheroes

April 26, 2022

Trees Are Superheroes Content updated April 2025 Why do we celebrate Arbor Day, a day set aside just for trees? These superheroes of nature cool our environment, they help clean our air by absorbing carbon dioxide while also producing oxygen, and they provide habitat for wildlife. They help us save air conditioning costs in summer when properly placed around buildings […]

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Wayne Drop is Splashing Into November with Water-Saving Activities!

November 17, 2023

[…] spread the word of water conservation. Don’t forget to connect the dots to see me, Wayne Drop, in all my water hero glory!   As we all ‘splash’ into November, celebrate and be thankful with me for the precious water we have in Arizona. Grab your activity sheets, round up your friends and family, and let the fun-filled water adventure […]

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Fall is the New Spring for Planting

August 30, 2024

[…] resources to help. Be sure to visit Water – Plant It Wisely, and dig in!   Victoria Caster is a Sustainability and Water Conservation Coordinator with the City of Peoria, AZ, one of 20 Water– Use It Wisely partners to offer water-saving advice and programs. Victoria is a Master Gardener and overall nature aficionado. Being a Arizona native, she sees the shift […]

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Celebrate AZ Water: American Wetlands Month

May 12, 2021

[…] protect the wetlands in your community, state or country? American Wetlands Month is a perfect time to get started! Want to learn more about wetlands? Here are some additional articles: Celebrate AZ Water: Wetlands — The Buffer Zone Between Life and Loss Celebrate AZ Water: Turning the Bend at River Bend — Successful Restoration on the Agua Fria River Wetlands Education […]

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Detect and Chase Down Leaks with the 10-Minute WaterSense Challenge

March 19, 2024

[…] of water it takes to wash nearly 300 loads of laundry, and could be costing you an extra 10 percent on your water bills. That is why EPA’s WaterSense program celebrates Fix A Leak Week each year to remind you to do a thorough check of your home and landscape. In just 10 minutes, you can search your home for […]

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Plant of the Month: Shades of Green

March 8, 2024

Shamrocks Aren’t the Only Green Plant to Celebrate in March I hear that wearing green will make you invisible to leprechauns so you can avoid being pinched. Some say it will bring you good luck. Even beyond March and St. Patrick’s Day, green is often used for interior decorating for its calming effect? You’ve likely heard about television guests waiting […]

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Trees Are Cool – Even During a Drought!

April 28, 2023

[…] specially designed landscaping, including curb cuts, to help capture and beneficially use stormwater runoff from the street and sidewalk. April 28, 2023 is Arbor Day! The national Arbor Day is celebrated each year on the last Friday in April. It’s a holiday that celebrates the planting, upkeep, and preservation of trees in our communities. With all of the benefits listed […]

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Five Favorite Blogs of 2023

January 17, 2024

[…] our five favorite blogs of 2023 that made a significant splash. So, let’s jump right in and explore the top picks that set the tone for water-saving last year. 1. Celebrate AZ Water: A Tale of Two Watersheds     Last February started with great anticipation as the southwest was experiencing above-average winter rains and snowfall. This was especially critical to […]

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Celebrate AZ Water: A Tale of Two Watersheds

February 23, 2023

[…] KnowYourWaterNews.com. CAP is one of 19 Water – Use It Wisely partners to offer water-saving advice and assistance programs. If you are looking for more fascinating discoveries about Arizona water, check out our Celebrate AZ Water series archives! Watershed Precipitation Watershed Precipitation snowmelt snowmelt Snow measurements Snow measurements Colorado Basin River Forecast Center Colorado Basin River Forecast Center Snowpack vs runoff graph Snowpack vs […]

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Prepare for Monsoon Season with These 5 Landscape Tips

June 12, 2023

[…] Here are some other helpful articles: Save Your Trees from Monsoon Damage Monsoon Season: 5 Common Landscape Mistakes Top 5 Reasons to Collect Rainwater for Your Landscape   Want to celebrate the monsoon season with some storm-related songs? Check out our Monsoon Melodies playlist on Spotify: Donna DiFrancesco is a Conservation Coordinator with the City of Mesa, AZ, one of […]

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