Grow Your Skills. Grow a Cleaner River.
The Master Rain Gardener Program is a hands-on training that empowers community members to design and build their own rain gardens with beautiful landscapes that soak up rainwater, reduce flooding, and protect the River Raisin.
Participants learn from experts and local partners through interactive classes, field visits, and design workshops. By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to create your own rain garden and even earn your Master Rain Gardener Certification.
What is a Rain Garden?
A rain garden is a landscaped area planted with native flowers, shrubs, and grasses that captures stormwater runoff from roofs, driveways, and streets. Instead of letting polluted runoff go straight into storm drains, rain gardens naturally filter the water, recharge groundwater, and reduce pollution to our rivers and lakes.
Master Rain Gardener Course
Join the River Raisin Watershed Council for our Master Rain Gardener Course! A hands-on, multi-week program focused on reducing stormwater runoff and improving local water quality.
Participants will learn how to design and install their own rain garden while gaining a deeper understanding of how everyday actions can positively impact our watershed.
No prior experience is needed. This course is open to anyone interested in sustainable landscaping, water stewardship, or learning something new.
Check back in Fall for more dates on this exciting class!
Lydia Lopez became a fully certified Master Rain Gardener in spring of 2024. Her background in Environmental Science and her work with the River Raisin Watershed Council provide her with insights into the water quality issues of the Great Lakes region. She can't wait to share her experience with budding Master Rain Gardeners!
More Information: www.MasterRainGardener.org
Questions about the class? Contact Lydia Lopez, waterstewardship@riverraisin.org