The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) anticipates that municipal water need — the amount by which demand exceeds supply — will rise by 568 percent by 2070, leaving the state’s cities in need of 3.4 million additional acre-feet of water in the absence of increased supplies or more restricted use. That’s more than three times […]
Do you live in the Austin-area? If so, the City of Austin’s Watershed Protection Department needs your help! Rain to River is a strategic plan that will guide the work of the Watershed Protection Department for the next 10 years and replace the current Watershed Protection Strategic Plan. Click here to register for the Virtual Kick-Off […]
Join the Hill Country Alliance, Headwaters at the Comal, and Texas Water Foundation for an interactive lunch event featuring a presentation, panel discussion, and tour of the headwaters with some of New Braunfels' water planning leaders. Hear how these agencies are working to better manage water responsibly in the face of unprecedented growth. This event will feature: New Braunfels Utilities […]
The first annual “What Good Shall I Do?" conference brings together ranchers, farmers, researchers/ teachers, government, conscious consumers, and other interested folks for 3 days of education, networking, planning, and action around regenerative agriculture. The “What Good Shall I Do?" conference is hosted by Force Of Nature and ROAM Ranch with the intention to accelerate […]
Join us on April 22, 2022, from noon-1 pm for a talk with Travis Audubon’s Executive Director Nicole Netherton. Nicole will be talking about the magic and perils of Spring Migration, including the many ways humans can help migratory birds survive their amazing journeys. Late April is peak migration in Central Texas, so we’ll also […]
Jester King's annual Star Party is back! There are very few places that have dark, open night skies perfect for stargazing and we are happy to be one of them. Join us at The Hall at Jester King on Earth Day, Friday, April 22 from 5:30-10pm alongside the Hill Country Alliance for an evening of observation and exploration […]
The Emily Ann Butterfly Gardens are super excited to announce that we will be holding our full Butterfly Festival on April 23, 2022! This festival will be in-person and will include all of their wonderful butterfly releases, crafts, and activities! They will also have amazing live music, a beautiful flight house, yummy concessions and lots […]
Join The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment on Saturday, April 23 from 10am to 3pm for an afternoon of celebrating the Earth through entertainment, education, exploration and fun at Spring Lake! This free, family-friendly event is a wonderful opportunity to join together as a community to recognize and protect our beautiful planet. Celebrate Earth and its […]
Get ready for Earth Day! The Kyle Public Library will be hosting an Earth Day Celebration! They will have children's events in the morning followed by educations workshops and presentations by a host of local organizations. The Kyle Parks and Recreation Department will be there selling native plants. Bounce House + Pizza + Shaved Ice […]
Hear from distinguished speakers and participate in our STEM workshops. Interested in speaking up for the environment? Join us as a speaker at the Open Mic. Compete in our 3rd annual art competition and win fabulous prizes!
Hear from distinguished speakers and participate in our STEM workshops. Interested in speaking up for the environment? Join us as a speaker at the Open Mic. Compete in our 3rd annual art competition and win fabulous prizes!
Do you want to know more about the Native Plants in NW Bexar County? If so, please join us on Sunday, April 24th from 10 AM until around Noon for a fairly easy hike (about 1.5 miles round trip) over gentle terrain. We will discuss how local geology has contributed to the extensive biodiversity across the […]
Join us for an interactive panel event spotlighting the once-in-a-generation opportunity to revitalize water infrastructure, featuring experts and rural leaders excited to put these funds into action. Learn where communities can look for funds and the benefits of taking a One Water approach. Featuring: Katherine Romans, Executive Director, Hill Country Alliance (Moderator) Jennifer Walker, Deputy […]
Sharlene Leurig is Chief Executive Officer of Texas Water Trade, a nonprofit harnessing markets and technological innovation to build a future of clean, flowing water for all Texans and will discuss the vision of having durable, long-lasting water supplies in Texas that ensure future economic growth, ecological resilience and abundant water for present and future […]
Land, Water & Wildlife Expeditions is a new program from Texas Wildlife Association Conservation Legacy that aims to increase the number of youth ages 11-17 participating in educational, safe, and mentored outdoor experiences on private land in Texas. The program will work closely with landowners, mentors, volunteers and natural resource experts to grow the number of opportunities for youth and […]
The stars at night are big and bright, deep in the heart of Wimberley! Bring your family and friends to our bi-annual Blue Hole Star Party event to enjoy an evening of stargazing in the Hill Country on April 30th from 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM. The Wimberley Valley Dark Sky Committee and the Texas State […]
