Rainwater Collection Laws

Rainwater is a valuable resource for people living in any areas where water is scarce or expensive. It is also a godsend, if you can collect it, anytime the usual supplies are offline or contaminated. Naturally, many preppers are keen to invest in rainwater catching and storage systems so they can ensure they have a […]

As the effects of climate change, crumbling civil infrastructure and societal unrest continue to intensify, many people are turning towards more sustainable methods of collecting and conserving the resources they need. Among these resources, water is paramount. Accordingly, methods for collecting rainwater are becoming increasingly popular throughout the land. However, in certain parts of the

Water is one of the most valuable resources we have, and rainwater is one of the very best renewable sources of it. Collecting it is a practice that has been gaining popularity in recent years through all sectors of society, however, the laws surrounding collecting rainwater vary depending on where you live. It isn’t even

Every prepper knows that water is one of the most precious resources we have. Accordingly, we are constantly thinking of ways to stockpile it, filter it, treat it, and make it safe to use. Right now, water comes out of any tap that we can see, but that might not always be the case in

Water is one of the most precious resources we have, and not just for drinking. We need it for cooking, cleaning, laundry, washing, and countless other tasks both in and around the home, aside from irrigating our plants and crops. And, sure, water is plentiful in most places but the increasing frequency of droughts and

Water is one of the very most precious resources on Earth. Anyone, no matter where they live, can only live a few days at most without any water to drink before perishing, and a lack of water for hygiene, cooking and other household tasks can seriously degrade both health and quality of life. Accordingly, it

As a homesteader or prepper, you want to be prepared for anything and everything the world can throw at you. One situation that you dread is that you may run out of supplies – especially water. Now, one of the ways to get around this issue is to collect rainwater for later use. Unfortunately, not

If you’re on a homestead and living off the grid you’re going to need a water supply. Now, if you’ve got a lake or pond on your property that’s one source but they will likely have some nasty bacteria that will make you very sick. Killing these bacteria can often be done by boiling the

Why would anyone think it illegal to collect rainwater? Well, what if I told you back in 2012, a man was sentenced to jail because he collected rainwater on his own property? Rainwater falls freely, and since it’s on your own property, you should be able to collect it for your own personal use. It