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The Watershed Alliance of Adams County is a member
based non-profit organization whose goals are:
 To establish a county-wide volunteer water quality
monitoring program and maintain a data base on water quality
To identify and sponsor ecologically sound watershed
improvement funds from government, foundation grants, businesses
and private donations
To conduct educational and public information
programs to help residents better understand complex watershed
issues affecting Adams County
To promote a sustainable watershed resourse for the future
through encouraging sound water management and land use practices
How can you protect your watershed?
Join the Waterhsed Alliance of Adams County.
Volunteer!!!. There are projects in your community, which need
your help. Contact us for details.
Properly dispose of hazardous chemicals
Don't over fertilize your lawn, garden or crops. It is costly
as well as hurts the environment
Recycle used motor oil. One quart of oil can contaminate 2 million
gallons of water
Don't waste water. Use low-flow faucets and showerheads. Fix
leaks. Only run your washing machine and dishwasher at full capacity
Plant groundcover or spread mulch on bare soil to minimize erosion.
This will also increase groundwater recharge while decreasing
runoff
Inspect your septic system annually. Pump your septic tank every
three years
Contact the Watershed Alliance by visiting their website at: http://user.pa.net/~adamscd/waac.html
Or, by mail/phone at:
670 Old Harrisburg Road, Suite 201
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Ph: 334-0636 ext. 301
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