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Who'll Save the Rain?

High Plains Public Radio | By Skip Mancini

Published November 15, 2012 at 12:01 AM CST

No doubt about it -- wise water use is a critical issue for the planet, and especially for those of us who live in the plains states of the U.S. Today we'll look at a method of water conservation that is as old as civilization itself, and one that is being legally challenged as we investigate the question of 'who owns the rain.'

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Skip Mancini

Years ago Skip Mancini left the rocky coast of Northern California to return to her roots in the heartland. Her San Francisco friends, concerned over her decision to live in a desolate flatland best known for a Hollywood tornado, were afraid she would wither and die on the vine. With pioneer spirit, Skip planted a garden. She began to learn about growing not only flowers and vegetables, but hearts and minds. If you agree that the prairie is a special place, we think you'll enjoy her weekly sojourns into Growing on the High Plains.

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