Spring Water Series

Spring Water Series

A water conservation speaker series inviting residents to explore water‑wise living through practical, everyday actions at home and outdoors.

📅 When: April–May 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30–7 p.m.
📍 Where: Timnath Town Center – Council Chambers
👥 Who: Residents, HOAs & metro districts

About the Speaker Series

The Spring Water Series is a free, four‑part speaker series designed to help residents better understand how everyday decisions—from outdoor irrigation to indoor fixtures— can support more efficient water use.

While the Town of Timnath does not operate a water utility, the speaker series connects residents with regional experts and trusted organizations to share practical, water‑saving information that can be applied at home and throughout the community.

Sessions are educational in nature and focus on accessible, real‑world guidance rather than regulations or enforcement.

👥 Who Should Attend?

  • Homeowners interested in reducing water use indoors or outdoors
  • Residents exploring landscaping or lawn conversion options
  • HOA and metro district board members or property managers
  • Anyone looking to better understand water‑wise practices in Colorado

No registration or prior knowledge is required.

💡 What You’ll Learn

  • How to improve irrigation efficiency
  • HOA and metro district landscaping expectations
  • Water‑wise landscaping strategies
  • Indoor water‑saving opportunities
  • Simple habits that support responsible water use

💧 Why Water‑Wise Living Matters

Water‑wise living is about understanding how everyday choices—such as how landscapes are irrigated, how homes are maintained and how water is used indoors—can make a meaningful difference over time.

While individual actions may seem small, taken together they add up. Efficient irrigation settings, informed landscaping decisions and attention to common sources of water waste can help residents manage resources thoughtfully and make choices that work for their own homes and neighborhoods.

That idea is at the heart of the Spring Water Series. By sharing practical guidance and regional expertise, the series highlights how even small, thoughtful steps can contribute to responsible water use across the community.

Speaker Series Schedule

Sprinkle Smarter: Irrigation Tips & Technology for Your Yard

📅 Date: April 16
🎤 Speaker: Scott Curry, Assistant Professor, Landscape Design and Contracting, Colorado State University

Learn how to reduce outdoor water use without sacrificing a healthy landscape. Topics include irrigation audits, controller adjustments, nozzle selection and practical tips residents can apply at home.

View event details on the Town calendar

Know Your Yard: Your Rights & Landscaping Rules

📅 Date: April 30
🎤 Speaker: Darren Nowles, Senior Water Efficiency Planner, Northern Water

Learn about homeowner landscaping rights, what HOAs and metro districts can and cannot require, how state water laws affect landscaping decisions, and what residents should know about nonpotable irrigation systems used locally.

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Transform Your Yard: Water‑Wise Landscaping for Residents

📅 Date: May 14
🎤 Speaker: Alison O’Connor, Extension Specialist, Larimer County

Explore the benefits of xeriscaping and native plants, strategies for converting existing landscapes, and long‑term water‑saving and environmental benefits.

View event details on the Town calendar

Every Drop Counts: Easy Ways to Save Water at Home

📅 Date: May 28
🎤 Speaker: Kevin Hartley, Water Efficiency Specialist, Town of Windsor

Learn where most indoor water use occurs, how to identify common leaks, and which fixtures and everyday habits can help reduce household water use.

View event details on the Town calendar

Community Water Conservation Partnerships

The Town partners with Resource Central to offer residents practical water conservation opportunities they can use at home and outdoors.

  • Resource Central’s Garden In A Box Program: Professionally designed, water‑wise perennial garden kits tailored for Colorado yards. Kits include plants, layout plans and planting guidance to support long‑term water savings. resourcecentral.org/Gardens

Local Water Resources

While the Town of Timnath does not provide water utility service, residents are served by a mix of regional water districts, metro districts and homeowners associations. Water‑wise practices can help support long‑term efficiency regardless of provider.

The following organizations offer water‑related information, efficiency guidance and service‑specific resources. Residents should contact their individual water provider directly with questions about billing, service or water restrictions.