August Smart Irrigation Month 2026

Extending the conversation beyond Smart Irrigation Month through education, innovation, water conservation, and community engagement.

CLAIM YOUR SPOT before August 1st to have the best chance of winning!

What is The After Splash?

The After Splash is a month-long educational campaign that brings together irrigation manufacturers, distributors, contractors, technicians, and industry leaders to promote water conservation, professional education, and authentic community engagement.

Powered by the 115,000+ member Irrigation & Sprinkler System Tech Talk community, The After Splash connects brands directly with irrigation professionals through educational content, product demonstrations, livestreams, giveaways, podcasts, and social media collaboration.

Our mission is to educate, inspire, conserve water, and strengthen the irrigation industry through meaningful partnerships and trusted voices.

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Why It Matters...

Water Conservation

Promoting technologies and practices that reduce water waste and improve efficiency.

Professional Education

Sharing knowledge, training, and best practices throughout the irrigation industry.

Innovation

Highlighting products, technologies, and ideas shaping the future of irrigation.

The After Splash 2026

Meet The Team

Tom Glenn

Tom Glenn

Founder, Irrigation & Sprinkler System Tech Talk
Co-Founder, The After Splash 2026

  • Founder of the 110,000+ member Irrigation & Sprinkler System Tech Talk community
  • Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA)
  • Minnesota Certified Backflow Tester
  • Man vs. GeoRipper III Champion
  • Guest speaker on Irrigation Insights, Diary of a Landscaper & Rachio Pro Podcasts
Justin Richards

Justin Richards

Founder, SprinklerDude®
Co-Founder, The After Splash 2026

  • Founder of SprinklerDude LLC
  • Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT)
  • Hunter Expert & Core Product Specialist
  • Hydrawise Certified Contractor
  • Host of SprinklerDude's Podcast
  • 2024 Ann Hunter-Welborn Circle of Excellence Award Recipient
Reed Brown

Reed Brown

Irrigation Business Owner
Expert Collaborator

  • Irrigation business owner
  • Irrigation educator
  • Product evaluator and field tester
  • Contractor perspective on water efficient irrigation
  • Expert collaborator for The After Splash 2026
Casey Phillips

Casey Phillips

General Manager, Conserva Irrigation of Greater Charleston

  • Hunter Certified Product Expert
  • Certified Backflow Tester
  • Finalist, Man vs. GeoRipper III
  • Technical trainer and irrigation educator
  • "Tip of the Trident"
Amy Schultz

Amy Schultz

President, Leadseen, Inc

2026 Trusted Sponsors

...MORE TO COME!

How To Participate

  • 1. SHARE YOUR WORK - Showcase projects, repairs, upgrades, and water-saving solutions using #TheAfterSplash in your posts, reels, videos, etc.

  • 2. EDUCATE OTHERS - Share tips, videos, photos, and lessons that help advance our profession.

  • 3. JOIN THE DISCUSSION - Participate in conversations inside the Irrigation & Sprinkler System Tech Talk community.

  • 4. STAY TUNED - Sponsor announcements, giveaways, featured stories, and special events will be revealed throughout August.

Throughout August we will be announcing giveaways, featured stories, industry spotlights, educational opportunities, and sponsor promotions. Check back often because new opportunities may be added throughout the month!

The After Splash is an independent industry initiative focused on education, water conservation, innovation, and professional excellence.

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