NEWSDROP-SUMMER-2019

LIVING & LEARNING CONT. Another intern, Aaron Ramirez ,

Thru the Chute to the Comal River, We Go!

worked in the Information Technology Department.

A Saint Mary’s University student majoring in Computer Applications, he couldn’t have found himself in a more satisfying and beneficial situation. While here he had the responsibility of cleaning and wiping 40 computers. He also had the occasion to order different products which involved talking to vendors, getting price quotes, and submitting purchase orders, among other things. His lasting impression is that he realized that the EAA is more than he initially presumed. In his mind, the EAA goes beyond its daily tasks of website data collection, aquifer management and other tasks that are at the core of its mission.

Thru the Chute is an annual cardboard boat race held at the New Braunfels City Tube Chute hosted by the New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Department.

As opening festivities commenced. it was finally EAA’s turn, so the team of three hopped aboard their carboard vessel with no decorations or showy theme in sight, nothing but their comradery and sleek, streamlined boat ready to secure the winning time. It’s where fun meets water and raising awareness for the shortest river in Texas, the Comal River, which is also where the Comal springs discharge. These springs are home to some of the endangered species that live in the Edwards Aquifer. Every April, on the banks of the Comal River, Thru the Chute enthusiasts gather eagerly watching cardboard boats sail through the water.

The EAA has had a presence at the event over the past few years, but this year the 1st place victory in the expert class was secured by Branddon Trigg, Chris To relive the team’s victory head over to the EAA’s official YouTube channel to watch their video at: https://youtu.be/MdZHZ3AGk2Y Above: Chris Morgan, Branddon Trigg, and Charles Bradshaw. On the Right: The 1st place trophy that Roland Ruiz (Photo: second from the left) presented, along with captain hats. Morgan, and Charles Bradshaw ! Way to go!

Aaron realized the EAA is more than he initially presumed; the dedication and passion of EAA’s staff is what Aaron will long remember.

Students who have interest in studying current internship opportunities should visit edwardsaquifer.org for more information .