Now that all of your materials have been ordered and volunteers have been scheduled it is time to construct your rain garden.

Prior to construction:

1. Arrive early
2. Take “Before” photo
3. Organize the construction site:
    ● Position plants and materials
    ● Label tools
    ● Place tools that are not being used in a central location
    ● Put Emergency Kit on hand in the central location
4. Greet and organize volunteers
    ● Have volunteers sign in
    ● Delegate responsibilities
    ● Announce the schedule and breaks
    ● Provide info on emergency plan, bathroom locations, and refreshments
    ● Distribute the Construction Sequence information
    ● Take photo of all volunteers

During Construction:
1. Take photos of all the construction phases, emphasizing the volunteers
2. Interview the volunteers

Post-Construction:
1. Water the rain garden
2. Take “After” photo
3. Step back and appreciate

Remember to:
● Continuously monitor safety
● Have fun!