Only time will tell, and it will depend upon the temperature and the amount of rainfall we get this year. But most importantly, it will depend on what the nutrient levels are in the water when temperatures reach the upper range for an extended period of time.
These are facts that a group of […]

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[ July 9, 2008; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Want to know the secret of establishing an amazing flower garden and keeping it looking its best all season long? Even through drought and flood? Now, you can … and it won’t cost you a cent. In fact, it may save you money in the long run in terms of your water […]

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[ July 10, 2008; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Offered by the Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District, Geist Watershed Alliance, and JFNew, this free, public workshop will show you how to beautify your yard while you help protect the reservoir.

The workshop will feature presentations on rain gardens, water edge enhancements, rain barrels, nutrient management, and much more!

When:
Thursday, July 10th, 6:30-8:30 pm

Where:
Carmel West […]

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[ June 5, 2008; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Become a Runoff Ranger!

Builders are required to have erosion controls at construction sites, but not all of them do. Learn what the rules require, how to spot erosion problems, and what to do about them.

The Sierra Club Hoosier Chapter will hold a free public workshop in association with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, the […]

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This year, fans of the Geist Farmers Market may have noticed an absence of one of last year’s principal vendors, the Apple Family Farm, whose grass-fed meats were a favorite among market-goers. The good news is that they’ve opened their own farm store just a few minutes drive away from the Thursday farmers […]

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Ever wonder what the signs are made of on those roadside billboards we drive past everyday? Vinyl – the same stuff that many common household items are constructed from. Vinyl is a polymer material which does not biodegrade. And each month, tens of thousands of vinyl signs end up in landfills when […]

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Green Resources for Geist Residents in Hamilton County
*Curbside Recycling is available through your contracted trash collection service
*Hazardous Waste Drop-off - 776-4005
Address: 1717 Pleasant St., Suite 200 Noblesville, IN 46060
Monday – Wednesday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Thursday - 11:30 am to 7:00 pm
Friday - 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
2nd and 4th Saturday - 8:00 am to […]

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Protect Geist Reservoir -

Prevent grass clippings or leaves from spilling into the lake or storm sewers
Get your car clean at a professional car wash instead of doing it in your driveway
Keep vehicles & boats properly maintained to avoid fluid leaks
Use organic, non-phosphorus lawn & garden fertilizers
Be careful when fueling boats – avoid spilling into the […]

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Great news! The Geist Watershed Alliance has non-profit status and can now accept financial donations. Please give – future recreational use of the lake depends on its water quality. The alliance is just beginning its work to address the issues affecting the lake.
Two grant applications have been filed, and the Alliance hopes that […]

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While Geist residents are itching for the return of warm weather, area merchants and lawn service companies are preparing to start the spring growing season by mailing out ads and contract renewals to their existing customers. This spring, however, the Geist Watershed Alliance want residents to be informed about their choices as they […]

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