By Brian Reetz
This week I had the opportunity to get back on the road and
travel to Western Nebraska. In my Growing Groundwater Awareness in Nebraska
program, I am currently working with the community of Chappell. So while
driving across the state, I was able to see and hear about different ways the
drought is affecting the state. I could see it out of my hotel room window in
North Platte, as a corn field had stunted growth in many different parts of the
field. I was able to hear about it through talking with the Chappell Chamber as
well as on many of the news stories that were aired on the radio.
As I returned home, I saw the way that my lawn looked. It’s
no longer the green space that it was just a month ago. It is hanging in there
but I know that it is the way that it will be.
We all need to do our part during this drought to make
groundwater sustainable for future generations. It’s not always about how much
water you use, but how to use it efficiently. Make sure that you are watering
the proper amount for your lawn (it’s recommended to apply one and a half
inches per week this time of the year, according to UNL Water) and water in the
early morning (between 4-10 a.m.).
This way our lawns can continue to be a source of pride.
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