LANDSCAPING: Rain Bird sprinkler contest gives you a green yard makeover
May 12th, 2008
Rain Bird Corporation announced today that they have opened registration to win a $10,000 backyard makeover in their Why is it Always Greener contest. One grand prize winner will receive a gift card to the home retailer of their choice, and a first prize winner will receive a $500 gift card. The sweepstakes only requires you to fill out their form electronically and submit.  GetWithGreen.com thinks this could be a great way to get in on transforming your backyard to a greener solution — using products like automatic sprinkler shut-off sensors.
The deadline for entries is midnight on August 31, 2008. Winners will be announced in October 2008.
Additionally, the Rain Bird team is still accepting nominations for its Intelligent Use of Water Award. This award is open to homeowners (and organizations) whose This post continues… »




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When it comes to making their homes more environmentally friendly, most homeowners start inside the home first — choosing energy-efficient appliances and compact fluorescent light bulbs, or dialing back their thermostat.
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