The King Conservation District will offer a series of free workshops in March and April offering “how-to” tips and advice ranging from chemical reduction around the home and farm as well as super cool ways to care for your septic system.

WSU Extension’s Teri King will present information-packed workshops on septic care and reducing household chemical use. Horses for Clean Water will offer ideas for natural insect and odor control, mud reduction, water conservation, dust barriers, visual screens and more.

Events are sponsored by King CD, a non-regulatory, non-enforcement agency available to help with technical assistance and education on a variety of natural resource-related issues. Program partners include the Washington Department of Ecology, The City of Issaquah, WSU Extension and Horses for Clean Water.

Upcoming events include:

• Do you live on rural land? Have you wondered how to care for your septic system – or if it’s even functioning correctly? Then join us on Saturday, March 13, 9 a.m. to noon, for Septic Sense: Care and Feeding of Your Septic System. Please bring a small sample of your favorite toilet tissue and discover whether it’s good for your septic system.

• On Thursday, April 1, 6:30-9 p.m., discover how the right plants and whimsical effects can make your septic system disappear in Landscaping Your Septic System. Gather ideas for plants and drain field practices to make your septic system disappear from your landscape.

• Have horses or livestock? On Wednesday, April 14, 6:30-9 p.m., Green Horsekeeping: Natural Ways to Control Mud, Dust, Bugs & Weeds will help you find out how you can reduce chemical use on your property while making it healthier for your horses, you and wildlife. Learn “natural” insect and odor control, mud reduction, water conservation tips, uses for pervious surfaces and ideas for outdoor wash racks.

• What will you use to clean your home this spring? How about some earth-friendly options? In Clean & Simple: Make Your Own Household Cleaning Products Wednesday, April 28, 6:30-9 p.m., make your own least-toxic household cleaning product kit to take home and try. Learn what to look for on cleaning labels, how to properly dispose of hazardous household substances and help make your home and Puget Sound healthier! Daycare centers and cleaning companies are encouraged to attend.

About the King Conservation District:

The King CD provides information and technical assistance programs available to all landowners within the district’s boundaries (most of King County) on a voluntary, non-regulatory basis. The district provides grants for conservation-focused projects and programs, and initiates community outreach activities that include workshops, education programs, site visits, farm plans, and consultation on land, water, and wildlife management.

For more information on the King Conservation District, visit www.kingcd.org