Follow the label's directions for safe storage and disposal of the pesticide. Never transfer pesticides to containers not intended for them, such as empty soft drink bottles, keep pesticides in containers that clearly identify the contents and properly refasten them after using with childproof caps. Water is the major culprit in invisible erosion - it usually is the vehicle for soil to reach streams, ponds, and lakes. Check around your home during a heavy rainfall to observe water's activities. Wait until the ground is soaked and water has saturated the soil and leaf cover to get a good idea of how water moves on your property.
Raindrops can have a big influence on erosion.
Like tiny bombs, raindrops fall onto the soil suface, often displacing soil particles great distances. This is the first step in erosion. Water always runs downhill, causing rill erosion. Look for areas where water is collecting into miniature gullies, called rills. Trace the water channel back up-hill and scrutinize drainage patterns on your land.