Learn to Protect Your Drinking Water and Septic System: Free Workshops in Marion County

Last Updated on September 20, 2024 by Yilin

Join Us for Two Community-Oriented Workshops on Private Drinking Well Maintenance, Well Water Quality, and Septic System Care in Marion County!

Are you concerned about the safety of your drinking water and the health of your septic system? Your worries end here! We are excited to invite you to join us for two free, community-oriented workshops that will equip you with essential knowledge to ensure the proper maintenance of your own water supply and septic system.

Workshop 1

Date: October 4, 2024
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Location: Marion Oaks Community Center

Workshop Highlights:

  • How often should I pump my tank?
  • Is financial assistance available?
  • What kind of landscapes can I install over my septic system?
  • Do I need to use additives?
  • When should I test my well water?
  • What should I do after a storm?

Registration: This workshop is open to Marion Oaks residents only. Seats are limited. Reserve your spot now! To register: https://tinyurl.com/2p9twvxb

Workshop 2

Date: October 16, 2024
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Location: Silver Springs Shores Community Center

Workshop Highlights:

  • How often should I pump my tank?
  • Is financial assistance available?
  • When can my septic be converted to sewer?
  • How often should I test my well water?
  • What do I do after a storm?

Registration: This workshop is open to Silver Springs Shores residents only. Seats are limited. Reserve your spot now! To register: https://tinyurl.com/3sfw299u

 

If you have any questions about these two educational events, please do not hesitate to contact Ondine Wells at owells@ufl.edu. If your community is interested in hosting this educational event, please reach out to Yilin Zhuang at yilinz@ufl.edu.

 

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Posted: September 20, 2024


Category: Events, Home Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Extension, Florida Well Owner Network, FWON, Hurricane Preparedness, Private Wells, Septic Systems, Well Water Testing, Workshop


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