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EAA EDUCATION OUTREACH CENTER # 1 DESTINATION WHY THE EAA EOC IS THE By: EAA EOC Staff FIELD TRIP for Aquifer Education

If you’re interested in becoming part of the EOC Volunteer Team, visit our website at eaaeoc.org under the “Donate” tab to learn more. We would love to have you join us!

Best of all, field trips to the EOC are completely free! We don’t charge admission or fees for any of our programs, making this an accessible opportunity for schools, community groups, and families to enjoy. Our center also provides a safe, controlled environment where participants of all ages can learn, explore, and have fun. Teachers and group leaders can feel confident knowing that their students will be engaged in meaningful activities while being well cared for throughout their visit. Each exhibit and activity are designed with one goal in mind: to spark curi osity while teaching practical ways to conserve and protect our most precious resource—water. And since new shows, exhibits, and activities are added regularly, no two visits to the EOC are ever the same. Field trips to the EOC are more than just a day out of the classroom — they’re opportunities to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards while offering engaging experiences for adults and seniors.

GUESTS CAN ALSO ENJOY INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS AND PRESENTATIONS INCLUDING:

The cooler days of September make it the perfect time to plan a learning adven ture—and there’s no better place to do so than at the Edwards Aquifer Authority Education Outreach Center (EOC). Whether you’re an educator, group leader, or family organizer, our center offers something for children, adults, and seniors alike. All summer long we welcomed seniors from various Senior Centers around the region as well as several self-guided visitors, proving that curiosity about our water resources spans every generation. With the start of the school year, now is the ideal time to inspire students of all ages to explore, discover, and learn about the vital role the Edwards Aquifer plays in our community. At the EOC, there’s always something new to discover. This fall, we’ve added engaging features designed to reach learners of all ages. Young children can explore the liquid fusion tiles and story books in our Kiddie Korner. The liquid tiles combine tactile and visual water-based activities while sensory tables keep younger visitors hands-on and curious. Older students can experiment with our topographical sand box or enjoy a new art station where they color a watershed to learn about headwaters and tributaries.

BOOK YOUR FREE VISIT TODAY AND GIVE YOUR GROUP AN UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY INTO THE WORLD OF WATER, SCIENCE, AND CONSERVATION.

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• The Karst Cave Theater – an immersive look underground.

• Cloud Caster – a dynamic way to explore weather and water cycles.

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• The Threatened & Endangered Species Aquarium – a chance to meet some of the aquifer’s rarest residents.

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• The Science Guys – our newest show bringing science to life in a fun, memorable way.

• The Water Cycle Journey – a unique walking game that takes participants through the path water travels, from clouds to aquifer, bringing science to life step by step.

EOC Hours: The EOC is open Monday-Friday 8 AM - 5 PM. Admission is free.

Book your school field trip, group tour, or self-guided visit today at: eaaeoc.org

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