Aquifer Conditions
2.5
millionTexans served across eight Texas counties
90,000
gallons of rainwater collected at EAA headquarters in 2024
1,940
permit holders help us manage this vital resource
10,000
students have enjoyed free field trips to the EAA EOC
2,000
native plants given free to residents in Oct 2024
The Edwards Aquifer is more than a water source — it’s a living story that connects our past, present and future. It’s the reason settlers came to this area, and it’s the lifeblood of our growth. Our aquifer is a resource we can study and learn from. It’s an incredible wonder, and it’s why we’re here.
Dive into deeper discovery through education.
There’s so much to explore at the EAA Education Outreach Center. We’ve got a hub of interactive exhibits and hands-on activities designed to inspire a deeper connection to the water that sustains our region.
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Meet Jewell Cozort, one of the passionate scientists keeping our region’s water resources safe and thriving! 💧
From monitoring conversation easements to analyzing data and working directly in the field, Jewell’s day-to-day is all about protecting the environment and ensuring a ...sustainable future for our communities. Her favorite part? Seeing the real-world impact of her work and inspiring others to care about our natural resources. 🌿
At the EAA, every day is a chance to learn, explore, and make a difference — and Jewell’s dedication is a perfect example of why our mission matters. Stay tuned and follow along for more videos featuring Jewell and the rest of our team here at the EAA!
ICYMI: Welcome back to another season of the Recharge Zone Podcast! Hosts Brent, Logan, and Ann-Margaret gather together to discuss aquifer facts, myths, and everything in between.
Listen at the link below or everywhere podcasts are available to follow along as they shed light on the ...fascinating characteristics of the Edwards Aquifer! https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PEvP48PI3DuyOysiWR5lp?si=vG4UBbs1Sa6u6xEK0nU7ng
Big thank you to Bill Taylor at KENS 5 & Kens5.com for keeping us updated on this week’s weather outlook! ☔️ Looks like we’ve got a good chance of rain ahead, and it couldn’t come at a better time. Here’s hoping for some much-needed rainfall to help recharge the Edwards Aquifer! ...🌧️
There’s so much to see at the EAA Education Outreach Center… and sometimes the most fascinating discoveries must be magnified to examine life on a smaller scale. 🔬💧
Our center features a MicroEye interactive exhibit, which lets visitors take a closer look at real specimens and ...explore the tiny details that make up our natural world. From magnified textures to up-close views of organisms and materials connected to the aquifer, it’s a hands-on way to experience science in action.
It’s one thing to talk about biology.
It’s another to actually see specimens at a microscopic level.
Whether you’re visiting with a class, bringing the family, or exploring on your own, the MicroEye is just one of the many interactive ways the EOC brings STEAM learning to life.
📍 Plan your visit and come discover what’s waiting beneath the surface at eaaeoc.org
Meet Casey Cowan, Aquifer Sustainability Supervisor at the Edwards Aquifer Authority!💧
Casey plays a key role in protecting and preserving the Edwards Aquifer for future generations. As Aquifer Sustainability Supervisor, she manages a team of dedicated staff that work together to ...conduct geological assessments and conservation easement monitoring.
Stay tuned as Casey shares facts about conservation easements, the Edwards Aquifer, and how easements help safeguard the quality and quantity of water that enters the aquifer.
What can you expect when you visit the EAA Education Outreach Center? 💧✨
In the latest episode of Aquifer In-Sight, Sarah Valdez, EAA Senior STEAM Outreach Educator, shares an inside look at the EOC, where the aquifer comes to life through hands-on, interactive STEAM learning ...experiences designed for students, families, and lifelong learners alike.
From engaging exhibits to immersive programs rooted in science, technology, engineering, art, and math, the EOC was created to connect our community to the story of the Edwards Aquifer in a way that’s both educational and inspiring. What began as a vision to expand outreach has grown into a dynamic space where curiosity is sparked, questions are encouraged, and aquifer science feels accessible to everyone.
Whether you’re a teacher planning a field trip, a homeschool group looking for enrichment, or a family wanting to explore, the EOC welcomes you.
🎥 Watch the full Aquifer In-Sight episode to learn more.
📅 Interested in visiting or scheduling a free field trip? Visit the EOC website to plan your experience.
Come see how water connects us all. 💙
Thank you to Bill Taylor from KENS 5 & Kens5.com for this week’s weather report and for keeping our community informed. As he shared, we are currently in extreme drought conditions, which makes water conservation more important than ever! Visit the EAA EOC to learn simple steps you can start ...today.💧
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