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As the holiday season takes a hold of us, the weather is getting colder and plants remain dormant, waiting for the springtime to continue their growth. Outdoor activity is limited, and outdoor plants require very little attention while in their hibernating states....

As the human population increases, the resources that our race is in need of to survive decrease, bringing ways to live sustainably into the forefront of our existence. As water is a key factor for the existence of life, access to it is of utmost importance, and...

Hello everyone. This winter we will be open for sales of rain barrels, cisterns, and all other water harvesting systems, although we will be pausing all wholesale accounts until next spring. During the winter months, there is very little to no gardening and watering...

As people in Santa Fe and the surrounding area are probably aware of, rain barrels are increasing rapidly in popularity for New Mexico households. Many of you either already have rain barrels, or have seen them at the homes of friends and family. Many of you have...

After ten years selling rain barrels, we have come a very long way in the water catchment business. Our methods have improved extensively since my dad first began the endeavor, and we have steadily developed from our days vending “food storage” barrels behind our...

Although it may not hit you with the water that comes out of the sink at the turn of a nob and the many green parks and lush yards that scatter our cities, the American Southwest is a dry, arid desert. If you live anywhere between Southern California and New Mexico,...

In the Amazon forest, there grows a giant tree called Samaúma, referred to by the indigenous people as the “mother of trees”. The Samaúma is a very tall tree in the forest, and is very easy to notice high above the surrounding greenery, it´s branches reaching out over...

The dawn of the year 2000 had many expectations leading up to it. Will it be the end of the world? Will it be the end of technology? Is it the beginning of a new era and consciousness? Similar to today’s 2012 doomsday speculations, the meaning and significance of Y2K...

Natural resources in today’s world are becoming more and more precious. The amount of plants and animals on the planet slowly decreases as the number of humans increases, throwing the equilibrium of the whole planet off balance. As the human population continues to...

The rain barrel business, although many of you may know it as Santa Fe Rain Barrels, does not sell exclusively to the city of Santa Fe. As demand rises and people have more and more of a need for barrels and water harvesting systems, our range of sale grows further...

Growing up in a country like the United States with all of the little conveniences that many of us take for granted, can be both a great gift and a great detriment. Of course these things make our lives a great deal easier and less complicated, giving us more time and...

With the rise of temperatures and melting of ice, the Santa Fe Rain Barrels is now back in full swing. We are now officially back in business, ready to accomodate any needs you have regarding Santa Fe water harvesting systems. Although my dad and I are currently away,...

As the aspens change color and piñon nuts litter tree riddled hills, the days get slower and slower and the world around us retracts in order to prepare for the winter months. With the changing of the seasons, rain barrels are in much lower demand, and soon the...

Many people view the current situation in the world as one with many problems and obstacles to overcome. For those that choose this viewpoint, that is the reality. However, if we focus on the good things around us, the problems will fall away in order to make more...

For those of you trying to conserve cash, we have a number of $45 “dirty” barrels. These barrels have nothing wrong with them, they’re just not as clean. If you don’t care about the appearance, it’s a good way to save a few bucks on your water catchment system. They...

The water catchment season is in full swing. As soon as the rain stops, we’re bound to go back into another dry period. With the water regulations that were taking place before the monsoons, barrels, tanks, and cisterns are the best way to save yourself from either a...

Due to the amount of rain we’ve been experiencing lately in the Santa Fe area, barrels are going fast! Although water restrictions might not be as high, it’s a lot better to take advantage of the moisture in order to fill your rain barrels, rather than wishing they...

Santa Fe Rain Barrels is pleased to announce this new venue for notes on water harvesting in Santa Fe. After nine years in this industry, we have plenty of tips to share on how to make the most of the rain water off your roof.