Water Awareness Month Calendar

Water Smart illustration Celebrate Water Awareness Month this April 2018 by becoming more water aware!

Why is it important to know about your water? We live in a desert, and water is incredibly precious. Knowing about our water is part of living a desert lifestyle. It can also be fun!

Learn something new everyday through our special Phoenix editions of the Water Awareness Month Calendar. It's simple to use - just hover your mouse over every day to preview the tips and click on the day to learn more. Parents, teachers, and other educators can click "View Educational Calendar" to access a whole other calendar full of family-friendly adventures and kid-tested science activities.

Happy adventuring during Water Awareness Month!

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No Fooling - Save Water!	No Fooling - Save Water!	Arizona celebrates Water Awareness Month in April! Each day of the month the city of Phoenix presents you with water-related tips, resources, and activities in your community.	4/1/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/26/WaterKids_Pool.png	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/26	Dark Blue
Know your bill	Know your bill	Monitor your water bill for unusually high use.	4/2/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/7/305Bldg3.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/7	Orange
Save Water, Save Money	Save Water, Save Money	Watch the Home Water Challenge video or use the Home Water Audit Calculator to see where you can save water.	4/3/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/8/WUIW_HZ_CMYK_Blk.png	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/8	Light Blue
Understand your Meter	Understand your Meter	Think you have a leak? Check your meter.	4/4/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/9/water_meter.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/9	Green
Be a leak detective!	Be a leak detective!	From toilet dye to meter checks to phone apps, there are many ways to find and fix leaks!	4/5/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/2/Plumbing.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/2	Dark Blue
Half full or half empty?	Half full or half empty?	Run your washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.	4/6/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/10/pexels-photo-213162.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/10	Orange
Stay Cool	Stay Cool	Buy WaterSense labeled products to help you be cool and save water and money.	4/7/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/5/Toilet.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/5	Green
Be watersmart	Be watersmart	Want a healthy, thriving landscape without the water waste? Want to reduce your indoor water-use? Take a class and get tips from the experts.	4/8/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/11/PHX_Water-Smart_RGB_Cent.png	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/11	Light Blue
The Cost of Bottled Water	The Cost of Bottled Water	Bottled water may be convenient, but the costs are high -- both literally and figuratively. Find out about the benefits of drinking tap water.	4/9/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/12/pexels-photo-279947.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/12	Dark Blue
Eye Spy	Eye Spy	Report broken pipes, leaky hydrants and errant sprinklers to property owners or to the City.	4/10/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/13/pexels-photo-38130.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/13	Orange
Only Rain in the Storm Drain	Only Rain in the Storm Drain	Give a hoot: Don't Pollute! Keep rainwater runoff from carrying pollutants into our local washes, streams, and wetlands.	4/11/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/14/day11.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/14	Light Blue
Let Fido take part	Let Fido take part	When you give your pet fresh water, don’t throw the old water down the drain. Use it to water your trees or shrubs.	4/12/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/15/dogs-batons-play-bite.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/15	Green
The Power of Trees	The Power of Trees	Choose from hundreds of low water-use trees for your landscape; then plant, prune and maintain properly.	4/13/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/16/pexels-photo-29320.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/16	Dark Blue
A Flood of Low Water Use Plants	A Flood of Low Water Use Plants	Low water-use plants have unique features that help them survive and thrive in our arid state. Discover the best plants for your yard.	4/14/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/17/nature-desert-rocks-stones.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/17	Light Blue
Irrigation Trouble? Don't Get Hosed!	Irrigation Trouble? Don't Get Hosed!	Make sure your irrigation system waters your plants, grass, trees and all --- not your sidewalk, driveway, street or wall!	4/15/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/18/img_dripEmitter.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/18	Orange
A little green goes a long way	A little green goes a long way	Lawns that stretch from property line to property line just don’t make much sense these days. Aside from chemicals, large lawns with conventional spray irrigation waste one of our most precious resources: drinking water.	4/16/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/19/pexels-photo-119703.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/19	Green
Watering is as Easy as 1-2-3	Watering is as Easy as 1-2-3	Are your plants thirsty? Probably not. Use these Arizona-specific resources to take the guess work out of watering your plants.	4/17/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/20/pexels-photo-82767 (2).jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/20	Dark Blue
Visit a Garden for Inspiration	Visit a Garden for Inspiration	Tour a xeriscape demonstration garden to see creative designs and mature plants to inspire your landscape makeover.	4/18/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/21/IMG_0586xlo.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/21	Light Blue
Rainwater: Free, Fresh, Filling	Rainwater: Free, Fresh, Filling	From the mountains to the desert valleys, rainwater can be collected and directed to your landscape plants.	4/19/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/22/Rain off roof.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/22	Orange
Get rid of the competition!	Get rid of the competition!	Remember to weed your lawn and garden regularly. Weeds compete with other plants for nutrients, light and water.	4/20/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/23/pexels-photo-59753.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/23	Green
Spring into Green	Spring into Green	While fertilizers promote plant growth, they also increase water consumption. Apply the minimum amount of fertilizer needed.	4/21/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/24/pexels-photo-112640.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/24	Dark Blue
Volunteer Earth Day & Every Day	Volunteer Earth Day & Every Day	Happy Earth Day! Do your part to educate, celebrate, and take action to save water.	4/22/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/25/pexels-photo-346885.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/25	Light Blue
Plant healthy, grow wisely	Plant healthy, grow wisely	Pruning can enhance the beauty or the health of a plant, but poor pruning can permanently damage it and turn an attractive landscape into an eyesore.	4/23/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/27/IMG_0610x.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/27	Green
Replant lost plants	Replant lost plants	It’s not unusual to lose plants each year. Plants may be living out a natural cycle (especially if they are annuals or perennials). Or there may have been some other stressful situation that caused the plant to decline. Dryness, heat, alkaline soils, and even winter frosts are just some of the conditions that plants have to endure in the Southwest.	4/24/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/28/CoP_PHXWaterSmart-Twitter_R2_Page_2.png	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/28	Orange
Be Cool With Your Pool	Be Cool With Your Pool	The average pool evaporates its entire contents (16,000 gallons) each year! Get tips to efficiently manage your pool and reduce your water-use.	4/25/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/29/pexels-photo-134605.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/29	Dark Blue
Grow Green Kids	Grow Green Kids	Get your kids involved in saving water through fun and interactive games and activities. Children can make a difference!	4/26/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/30/pexels-photo-108000.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/30	Light Blue
From Snowflake to Tap	From Snowflake to Tap	Where does your water come from? Your water may come from snowmelt from mountains, groundwater from wells, or water in reservoirs---you don't often see the source. Find out more.	4/27/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/31/grandcanyon.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/31	Green
Streams of Life	Streams of Life	Riparian habitats are streams of life in our arid state. We must protect these rare areas and the wildlife that depend on them.	4/28/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/32/TresRios1.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/32	Orange
Drought Watch	Drought Watch	Rain, sleet or snow --- drought in Arizona continues and stresses our water resources. Learn about the impacts of drought and how to get involved.	4/29/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/33/pexels-photo-96865.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/33	Dark Blue
There's an app for that	There's an app for that	You can download apps to your mobile devices to help you find leaks, track your water use, manage watering your plants, share water data, and more!	4/30/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/34/woman-hand-apple-iphone.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/34	Green

Day 1: Water Awareness Month!	Day 1: Water Awareness Month!	Learn about the importance of knowing about our water and plan out your adventure during Water Awareness Month.	4/1/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/6/planning vacation.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/6	Orange
Day 2: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Visit the Arizona Science Center	Day 2: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Visit the Arizona Science Center	Visit the Arizona Science Center to explore the Forces of Nature exhibit.	4/2/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/1/FORCES_OFNATURE_90320001_613x340.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/1	Light Blue
Day 3: Create a Water Awareness Month Science Notebook	Day 3: Create a Water Awareness Month Science Notebook	Keep track of your Water Awareness Month journey with a DIY Science Notebook that you can make without staples.	4/3/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/36/Science Notebook.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/36	Green
Day 4: Explore Phoenix Water Resources	Day 4: Explore Phoenix Water Resources	Phoenix has diverse water sources. Learn where this water comes from using a video, interactive, and maps.	4/4/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/35/Lower Salt River by Sylvia B.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/35	Green
Day 5: Explore Our Blue Planet	Day 5: Explore Our Blue Planet	Learn how much of the world's water is freshwater that we can readily access and treat to drinking water quality with The Blue Planet Activity.	4/5/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/37/Earth.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/37	Orange
Day 6: Make a Water Cycle Jar	Day 6: Make a Water Cycle Jar	Make your own water cycle jar so you can observe the magical, invisible process of water moving all around us.	4/6/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/38/girl outside.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/38	Light Blue
Day 7: Investigate Capillary Action	Day 7: Investigate Capillary Action	Perform an experiment to capture evidence of capillary action, an important part of how plants collect water.	4/7/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/39/Child with Grandma Outwide wLaptop.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/39	Green
Day 8: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Go on a water scavenger hunt	Day 8: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Go on a water scavenger hunt	Explore the various ways your home uses water through a scavenger hunt.	4/8/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/40/DeAnna Conservation.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/40	Dark Blue
Day 9: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Capture transpiration in plants	Day 9: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Capture transpiration in plants	Perform an experiment to capture evidence of transpiration, an important part of the water cycle.	4/9/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/41/Transpiration (2).jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/41	Orange
Day 10: Explore Your Home or School Watershed	Day 10: Explore Your Home or School Watershed	Take a walk as a family and examine your landscape and the streets of your neighborhood from the viewpoint of a watershed manager by mapping how stormwater flows through community.	4/10/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/42/Hopper.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/42	Light Blue
Day 11: Make a Watershed!	Day 11: Make a Watershed!	Make your own model of a watershed.	4/11/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/3/Watershed Manager Program 3rd Grade STEM Alhambra 02282015 11.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/3	Green
Day 12: Take the Leap and WIN PRIZES!	Day 12: Take the Leap and WIN PRIZES!	Learn how you can help prevent stormwater pollution.	4/12/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/4/Fish.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/4	Dark Blue
Day 13: Explore stormwater best practices	Day 13: Explore stormwater best practices	Use the stormwater interactive to learn how to keep rain in the storm drain.	4/13/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/43/Stormwater_Interactive.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/43	Orange
Day 14: Learn about stormwater in the desert	Day 14: Learn about stormwater in the desert	Get your own copy of the STORMWATER IN THE DESERT book.	4/14/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/44/StormwaterintheDesert.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/44	Light Blue
Day 15: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Visit the AZ Heritage Center	Day 15: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Visit the AZ Heritage Center	Visit the AZ Heritage Center at Papago Park.	4/15/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/45/Planting Cacti.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/45	Green
Day 16: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Use a Canal	Day 16: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Use a Canal	Take a walk on a canal while learning about the incredible multi-use of the SRP canal system.	4/16/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/46/Kids on Bike.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/46	Dark Blue
Day 17: Explore the watersheds of Arizona	Day 17: Explore the watersheds of Arizona	Look at a map of the watersheds of Arizona and identify your local watershed.	4/17/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/47/Verde River by C. Williams.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/47	Orange
Day 18: Map the Salt River Basin Watershed	Day 18: Map the Salt River Basin Watershed	Together you will locate the watershed that supplies Phoenix with water.	4/18/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/48/Colorado River by Tracy B.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/48	Light Blue
Day 19: Learn about Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants	Day 19: Learn about Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants	Did you know that your water is cleaned at a treatment plant before and after you use it?	4/19/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/49/24th ST WTP (2).jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/49	Green
Day 20: Learn about Water Quality	Day 20: Learn about Water Quality	Did you know that tap water is the highest quality water that you can drink?	4/20/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/50/KidsWaterFountain1.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/50	Dark Blue
Day 21: Learn about the Water Distribution System	Day 21: Learn about the Water Distribution System	How does water get to your home, school, or workplace?	4/21/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/51/Kids Water Fall.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/51	Orange
Day 22: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Attend Phoenix Earth Day	Day 22: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Attend Phoenix Earth Day	Learn about water and sustainability at Phoenix Earth Day.	4/22/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/52/Canyon groundwater.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/52	Light Blue
Day 23: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Visit the Desert Caballeros Western Museum	Day 23: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Visit the Desert Caballeros Western Museum	Visit the Desert Caballeros Western Museum to view the Hall of History Diorama.	4/23/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/53/Girl Reading Magical Book.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/53	Green
Day 24: Learn about Recycling Water	Day 24: Learn about Recycling Water	Curious about recycling the water you use? Learn how the city of Phoenix does the job for you!	4/24/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/54/91st ave wtp.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/54	Dark Blue
Day 25: Learn about Riparian Habitats	Day 25: Learn about Riparian Habitats	Why does Phoenix put recycled water into the Salt River? Learn about the importance of riparian habitats.	4/25/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/55/Kids Learning Outside.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/55	Orange
Day 26: Explore groundwater flow	Day 26: Explore groundwater flow	Learn more about groundwater and why it is important for our water security.	4/26/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/56/people-children-child-happy-160946.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/56	Light Blue
Day 27: Explore 100+ Ways to Use Water Wisely	Day 27: Explore 100+ Ways to Use Water Wisely	Did you know that everyday household objects can you help you save water?	4/27/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/57/water-shower-bathroom-theme-water-78931.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/57	Green
Day 28: Play the Tip Tank Conservation Game	Day 28: Play the Tip Tank Conservation Game	Play the Tip Tank Conservation Game to expolore ways to conserve and compete against your family.	4/28/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/58/Tip Tap Conservation Game.JPG	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/58	Dark Blue
Day 29: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Visit Rio Salado Restoration Site	Day 29: FAMILY ADVENTURE: Visit Rio Salado Restoration Site	Visit a special riparian habitat located right in the heart of downtown Phoenix.	4/29/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/59/Kids on Bridge.jpeg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/59	Orange
Day 30: Visit the Pueblo Grande Museum and Park	Day 30: Visit the Pueblo Grande Museum and Park	Learn about the ancient heart of Phoenix by exploring the Hohokam People, an ancient group of water engineers.	4/30/2018 7:00:00 AM	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Lists/WAMCalendar/Attachments/60/Pueblo-Grande-Museum-And-Archaeological-Park-27265.jpg	https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/wam/60	Light Blue