Did you know there is a free source of incredibly soft water that is, for the most part, clean? Rainwater is an incredible resource for you, your plants, and your animals. All you need to know how to do it catch it! Today Wren takes you through the basics of rainwater harvesting and why you should start today! From the history of rainwater harvesting across the globe, to methods for rainwater harvesting from beginner to pro, and why rainwater harvesting is an important skill to have- we cover it all! Let us know in the comments below- do you harvest rainwater? What techniques have worked for you? Original Article: https://insteading.com/blog/rainwater-harvesting/ Links Mentioned: In depth information: https://www.watercache.com/ http://oasisdesign.net/ https://www.earthshipglobal.com/books/ https://insteading.com/reviews/ https://insteading.com/blog/diy-rain-water-barrel/ Art Ludwigs Books: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0964343363/?tag=nfthmstd-20 CSOs: https://www3.epa.gov/region1/eco/uep/cso.html Low Impact Development: https://www.highgrove.net/blog/10-low-impact-development-techniques-to-improve-stormwater-management 0:00 Intro 0:30 Important Terms 0:55 Rainwater Harvesting History 1:51 Rainwater Harvesting Goals 2:16 Resources 3:05 Rainwater Harvesting Systems 5:41 Benefits of Rainwater Harvesting 8:40 Conclusion