Why stencil storm drains?
The purpose of painting a fish or other animal on the storm drain is to remind students, residents and visitors to a community, that what ever goes into that storm drain does not just disappear, but will continue into the environment affecting all life, human and otherwise, in that area. Visitors to the area that notice the stenciled message on the storm drain will learn about the importance of stormwater runoff and how our community cares for the environment. Some may even take this knowledge back to their community and do a stenciling program in their town. How can I get involved? Clean Ocean Action’s Storm Drain Stenciling Kit contains step-by-step instructions, two re-usable vinyl stencils, and 50 educational door hangers (to inform residents about the stenciling project). To order one of our Storm Drain Stenciling Kits, click here. Step-by-step instructions for completing a storm drain stenciling project are also available here. Clean Ocean Action has designed a free “You are the
