“Celebrating Our Centennial” will be the theme of the 13th Annual Broward Water Matters Day to be held on Saturday, March 14th at Tree Tops Park in Davie from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s event is part of the Broward 100 Celebration, celebrating the County’s centennial.
Water Matters Day is Broward County's signature water conservation event where residents can learn about our local and regional water resources, how water is managed and protected, and how we are planning for our future water needs. Residents will receive tips on water conservation, find out about rebates and incentives for upgrading to water-conserving devices, and learn how to create “Florida friendly” and drought tolerant landscapes.
In addition to learning how to save water and money, participants can take home free native plants or trees just for learning how to do the right thing. To be eligible, attendees will need to visit at least 12 of the event's exhibits and obtain 12 stamps on their event program. Over 45 educational exhibits and booths will be on display to help residents learn about water conservation techniques, smart irrigation, native landscaping, and what role each of us plays in protecting and conserving our water supplies.
Other activities include face painting; lots of crafts and activities; rain barrel workshops; the Food Truck Invasion; and, a variety of giveaways and raffles. One lucky raffle winner will win an irrigation system upgrade (installation not included). Activities will begin at 9 a.m. and run through 3 p.m.
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners, Broward Workshop, School Board of Broward County, and South Florida Water Management District are partnering to present this event. Co-sponsors include the City of Cooper City, City of Coconut Creek, City of Fort Lauderdale, City of Hollywood, Town of Southwest Ranches, Town of Davie, Central Broward Water Control District, South Broward Drainage District, Old Plantation Water Control District, Hunter Industries, and Rain Bird.
Admission to Water Matters Day is free, but the park's weekend and holiday admission fee of $1.50 per person will be in effect. Children five and under are free. Tree Tops Park is located at 3900 S.W. 100th Ave. in Davie.
For more information on Water Matters Day or water conservation, visit http://www.broward.org/WaterMatters/Pages/ProgramsWMD.aspx
