Racing the California Storm | Water Catchment Under Rain and Snow (Part 2)

Описание: The system was finished just in time.

In Part 2 of this series, Frank works against the clock to complete the water catchment system as a major California storm moves into the Sierra foothills. Heavy downpours give way to snowfall, and the newly finished system is immediately put to the test.
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In 2023, we invested in a property located in the mountainous area of Sequoia National Park. The terrain was steep, characterized by clay soil mixed with heavy rock content. Adding to the difficulty, the former owners had layered the entire site with landscaping stones, seemingly accumulating several inches of rock piled one over another throughout the land.

The climate here is quite severe, featuring summer temperatures soaring into the triple digits, along with persistent winds ranging from 10 to 20 miles per hour much of the time. Our winters are brief and mild, with cold conditions limited to January and February. Spring arrives quickly but is fleeting, quickly in giving way to intense summer heat.

Cultivating plants in such conditions proves challenging, and we have experienced numerous setbacks. Nonetheless, each obstacle has taught us to adjust our methods and approach things in new ways. We’re embracing this journey wholeheartedly and hope you find it enjoyable as well.
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