Even though we depend upon rain, it can cause problems when the water running off roads, parking lots and roofs picks up pollutants and washes them into our creeks and streams. For property owners, stormwater can cause flooding, erosion and other problems. Forsyth County has plenty of examples of the right way to handle stormwater […]
Do you live near a stream or creek? Did you know that typical landscaping practices could actually harm rivers and creeks? Most people that live by water resources like to remove all the landscape for a clear view. Why not, if you live near the water you want to see it! Much like with gardening, […]
Saturday, March 19, 4 p.m. (kids & families) & 6 p.m. (grown-ups) Ivey Redmon Park, 908 Beeson Road, Kernersville MAP NOTE: This may be turned into a virtual event depending on status of the coronavirus pandemic in Forsyth County during Creek Week. Check the Creek Week website before you leave for the event. Henry Fansler […]
Saturday, March 19, 4 p.m. (kids & families) & 6 p.m. (grown-ups) Ivey Redmon Park, 908 Beeson Road, Kernersville MAP NOTE: This may be turned into a virtual event depending on status of the coronavirus pandemic in Forsyth County during Creek Week. Check the Creek Week website before you leave for the event. Henry Fansler […]
Free plant giveaway of live cuttings from woody shrubs! If you have a creek nearby or a wet area these plants are perfect. They help reduce streambank erosion, improve water quality and provide flowers for pollinators. Very easy to install. Instructions will be provided with each kit. Some of the species in the kit included: […]
Saturday, March 26, 9 a.m. - Noon Ivey Redmon Park, 788 Beeson Rd, Kernersville Join the planting party and help make the park beautiful with native, shade-loving plants. Staff will lead a small, hands-on demo about stabilizing creek banks. Volunteers may plant as few or as many plugs, small containers and sticks we’ll hammer into […]
“How to Save the World with Plants” Lecture Plants have amazing super powers! Wendi Hartup, Town of Kernersville Stormwater Manager, will lead a 45-minute discussion on what types of plants can clean the air, reduce erosion and even improve water quality. As well as highlight plant myths, beautiful plants and conservation practices. For more information, […]
Learn about our local frogs and toads with a walk through the wetlands of Ivey Redmon Park (in the woods behind the playing fields). Led by Foothills outings leader, Henry Fansler, and Wendi Hartup, Kernersville Stormwater Manager, the frog walks will begin with a brief presentation about what species you may see or hear, how […]
Learn about our local frogs and toads with a walk through the wetlands of Ivey Redmon Park (in the woods behind the playing fields). Led by Foothills outings leader, Henry Fansler, and Wendi Hartup, Kernersville Stormwater Manager, the frog walks will begin with a brief presentation about what species you may see or hear, how […]
What’s going on in our local waterways? Come ask our panel of representatives in the areas of stormwater, wastewater, agriculture, and recreation about the State of Our Water. Arrive early to enter our raffle for a rain barrel giveaway and more!