Water
Rain barrels that do not breed mosquitoes
A screened lid and an overflow that actually goes somewhere are not extras. They are the difference between a cistern and a nursery.
CWCal Whitaker
Aug 12, 2026
Cal Whitaker
Prescott, AZ
Designs rain and storage systems for dry-country homesteads. Former well driller. Hates mystery water.
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Water
A six-month water store that will not taste like plastic
Three barrels is not a plan. Rotation, treatment, and a way to get the water out are the plan. Here is a garage setup that has lasted me five summers.
CWCal Whitaker
Aug 9, 2026