Keep Blount Beautiful is Selling Rain Barrels

MARYVILLE - Keep Blount Beautiful is selling rain barrels again this year. Barrels are $100 and part of the proceeds will be donated to Keep Blount Beautiful.

"Moby" is made from 100% recycled plastic in North Carolina and Ohio, black in color, 65 gallon, child proof, bug proof lid and all parts are included for easy set installation.

Why use a rain barrel?
· To protect our rivers and streams from runoff pollution
· Diverts water from the municipal storm drain system
· Conserves vital natural resources and reduces water bills
· Use the rain water to grow healthy and lush plants
· Control moisture levels around the foundation of your home

Barrels must be pre-ordered and can be picked up Saturday, April 9th at the Blount County Great American CleanUp event from 10am-2pm at the Maryville Bicentennial Park Pavilion (behind the Blount County Courthouse) between 10am-2pm. To pre-order with credit card visit www.keepblountbeautiful.org and click on the rain barrel. To pre-order with check or cash contact the Keep Blount Beautiful office at 681-4809. Sale ends April 1st.

Published February 5, 2011