NewsDrop-February-2025

EAA CULTIVATES COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Upcoming Volunteer and Community Events

We’re also gearing up for the highly anticipated Edwards Aquifer Authority Summit, where experts, community leaders, and stakeholders come together to exchange ideas and address critical conservation topics. Events like this foster a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in man aging our shared water resources, connecting community members with the issues that directly impact them. These events highlight how our mission aligns with the community’s desire to make a positive difference. By volunteering or attending, participants con tribute to building a culture of collaboration, education, and conservation. We invite everyone to join us—whether as a volunteer, supporter, or attendee—to help make this year’s events even more impactful. Together, we can inspire change, nurture sustainable practices, and protect the Edwards Aquifer for generations to come.

Our calendar is full of opportunities to engage with the community this year, and we couldn’t do it without the support of dedicated volunteers. This spring, we’ll host our Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, a special occasion to celebrate the incredible individuals who generously give their time to support our outreach programs, assist with educational field trips at the EAA’s Educa tion Outreach Center, and contribute to making our events successful. Volun teers play a vital role in helping us inspire and educate the community about the importance of water conservation and sustainability. Later in the year, we’ll continue to create meaningful connections through signature events like the 2nd annual Rooted in Texas: Native Plant Giveaway, a drive-through celebration that promotes sustainable landscaping by pro viding native plants to local residents. This event not only fosters a love for sustainable practices but also brings people together with the shared goal of protecting our natural resources. Volunteers are essential to ensuring the event runs smoothly, from distributing plants to engaging with attendees about conservation tips.

Pictured left to right: Gizelle Luevano, Senior Geoscientist, guides students in water quality sampling and field data collection, while Brent Doty, Research Manager, presents how the Edwards Aquifer system works to an engaged audience.

Supporting Local Initiatives

Stay Connected and Get Involved

We’re proud to sponsor and support events that align with our mission, including river clean-ups, the SAWS Spring Bloom, and EDTalks, an edu cational series designed to spotlight thought leaders and spark meaningful discussions around conservation. These partnerships help us amplify efforts while connecting with diverse audiences across our region. Through these collaborations, we provide educational materials, promo tional giveaways, and sponsorship support to help community partners achieve their goals while raising awareness about the importance of aquifer protection.

There are many ways to engage with the Edwards Aquifer Authority: • Request Our Involvement: Whether you need a speaker for an event, educational materials for your program, or promotional items for giveaways, we’re here to help. • Partner With Us: From event sponsorships to resource sharing, we’re always looking to collaborate with organizations that share our mission. • Support Our Events: Volunteer at one of our upcoming events or help spread the word to your community.

To get involved or submit a request, please email us at Outreach@EdwardsAquifer.org

Jewell Cozart, an aquifer scientist with the Edwards Aquifer Authority, and her niece, Sophia Ramirez, regularly volunteer at environmental cleanup events.

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