Only Rain Goes Down the Drain to Protect Rivers
February 23, 2026
Remember that “only rain goes down the drain.” Make sure nothing is dumped into storm drains to protect clean water in local rivers.
Remember that “only rain goes down the drain.” Make sure nothing is dumped into storm drains to protect clean water in local rivers.
Remember that “only rain goes down the drain.” Make sure nothing is dumped into storm drains to protect clean water in local rivers.
Salt Brine, a mix of Rock Salt and water, is better at melting snow and ice, reduces waste, and is easy to use at home.
Be Salt Smart by choosing a salt-efficient water softening system to reduce the impact on local rivers and streams.
The right tool for the job makes clearing snow much easier. Before you grab the salt, pick up the shovel or wheel out the snow blower.
Healthy rivers and streams abound with life. Here’s a look at five fish living in waterways in northeastern Illinois.
Clean up leaves easier this fall! Here are 5 tips for managing leaves that will keep our neighborhood tidy and help the environment.
Bioswales are a type of green infrastructure than can be integrated into urban and suburban neighborhoods to help manage stormwater.
Be mindful when washing your car at home. The dirty car wash water can flow into storm drains and contaminate local rivers and streams.
We want everyone to enjoy the rivers in their communities this year, but that can only happen when we are all River Responsible!
Capturing rainwater in a rain barrel gives us clean water to offset household water usage and reduces stormwater running off our property.
Communities can better manage stormwater by adopting green infrastructure, such as rain gardens, bioswales, and permeable pavement.
Disposing of paint the right way requires just a few steps! Proper paint disposal protects you and the environment.
Create a pollinator-friendly lawn by mowing high, delay mowing in the spring, and converting a section of grass to native plants.