GOT WATER
Seventy percent of all Wisconsinites get their drinking water from groundwater. After we use water, it must be replaced or recharged. Mother Nature replaces groundwater through rain or snow-melt, but unfortunately she can’t replace it as fast as we use it. So, we need to protect this valuable resource.

Here’s how you can help prevent groundwater contamination:
• Take hazardous household chemical waste to a Clean Sweep drop off site or contact the DNR on where to dispose of the waste.

• Tell your parents not to use lots of lawn chemicals.

• Purchase environmentally friendly household products.

Now that you are taking charge to prevent contamination, let’s talk about water conservation. Here are some great ways to conserve water:
• When you’re not using water…turn it off.

• When you see a leaky faucet, let your parents know so they can fix it.

• When you’re done watering the lawn, turn off the hose.

For more about the water cycle, check out these websites:

www.wi.dnr.state.wi.us click on EEK!
www.groundwater.org