We have some exciting changes for our Rain Barrel Program in 2026!

 

The Newport News Extension Master Gardeners (NNEMG) are now offering two (2) ways to conserve natural resources by harvesting rainwater from your own home and yard.

• Workshops: Participants, working alongside NNEMG volunteers, will learn how to assemble their own barrel during a 60 - 90 minute workshop that includes a short presentation on conservation, rain barrel assembly and a brief introduction to other NNEMG projects and programs.  Rain Barrel workshop includes a food grade, 55-gallon barrel and parts for conversion. 

• Cost of the workshop:  $65.  Workshop begins at 10:00 am and concludes approximately at 11:30 am.

 

• Assembled barrels – PICK UP ONLY:  For a small additional cost, customers may purchase preassembled barrels for pick up during the workshop time frame. Assembled Rain Barrel includes a food grade, 55-gallon barrel, and parts for conversion fully attached. 

• Cost for a fully assembled barrel:  $75.00. Barrels must be  picked up between 10:00 am to 11:30 am on the date selected.  

 

Our Rain Barrel events for 2026 are planned for the following dates!

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21st of March 2026

11th of April 2026

9th of May 2026

 

Register using the PayPal button below for the date of the workshop you wish to attend OR the date you wish to pick up your assembled barrel. 

Please note, registration for workshops AND assembled barrels closes 5 business days prior to each date listed in the respective drop down menu to ensure all materials are available. Once registered for a workshop or for your assembled barrel, you will be notified via email of any changes in dates and times.

 

For more information, call the Newport News Virginia Cooperative Extension Office at 757-591-4838.