Rainwater Collection Laws

Being prepared for tough times means not only having a stash of supplies and resources ready to go, but also a plan and the capability for continually acquiring those supplies over the long term. One of the single most important resources you have is water, and one of the best things you can own to […]

Water is one of the most crucial resources on our planet, and accordingly people have been collecting and using rainwater for thousands of years. However, in some states there are regulations on this common sense practice, or it is even illegal entirely. So, how about Missouri? Is it illegal to collect rainwater in Missouri? No,

When it comes to preparedness, hardly anything is more important than having a large supply of water on hand that you can draw from. For washing, bathing, drinking, watering the garden or crops and a whole lot more, it’s always a good idea to have plenty of water. And one of the smartest things you

Rainwater is a precious resource, and not just for rehydrating nature. People have been collecting rainwater for millennia as a source of water for drinking and irrigation. It’s especially useful in areas that have limited access to freshwater sources or are subject to drought conditions regularly. But, sadly, some states have seen fit to restrict

Very few self-reliant people, and for that matter very few citizens who live in arid climates need to be told about the importance of having a lot of water on hand in times of trouble. But you can only stock so much inside your home. The solution? Rain-catching systems. A good rain-catching system can generate

Collecting rainwater is one of the very best things you can do if you want to ensure your off-grid water supply. Civil water infrastructure is always vulnerable to being knocked offline or becoming contaminated in the aftermath of various disasters; even well water isn’t a sure thing even with backup generators. But rain catching systems

Humans have been collecting rain for ages, and for good reasons. Whether it’s used for drinking water or for irrigation, having plenty of water on hand is the only way you’ll make it through a drought or some other disaster. But of course, in our own era, some state governments have seen fit to regulate,

One of the single most important resources you can have on hand, during times of disaster or otherwise, is water. Whether you need it for drinking, for irrigating your garden or crops, or for any other purpose, water is an incredibly precious resource. One of the very best ways to get a lot of water

No matter where you live, water is absolutely precious. And sure, you can stock up on a little bit of water to be ready for a weekend power outage, but getting prepared for society-shaking events means you’re going to need a whole lot more on hand (and you’ll need to guarantee your access to water

Whether you’re preparing for disasters or just major mishaps with public utilities, keeping a lot of extra water on hand is a great idea. For drinking, washing, watering plants, and giving it to pets or livestock, you won’t last long without it. This is a doubly important in dry, hot environments, and to help ensure