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  • 2010 EAA Hydrologic Data for Precipitation, Groundwater and Drought

    2010 EAA Hydrologic Data for Precipitation, Groundwater and Drought

    Recommended for high school and up. This fact sheet lists the precipitation, groundwater levels, and drought conditions for the Balcones Fault Zone portion of the Edwards Aquifer.

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  • 2010 EAA Hydrologic Data for Recharge and Discharge

    2010 EAA Hydrologic Data for Recharge and Discharge

    Recommended for high school and up. This fact sheet lists groundwater recharge and discharge for the Balcones Fault Zone segment of the Edwards Aquifer.

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  • Conservation Water Wheel

    Conservation Water Wheel

    Recommended for all ages. With a simple turn of the wheel, this interactive gadget gives an overview of the many ways you can save water in or around your home.




  • Count on the Edwards Aquifer (bookmark)

    Count on the Edwards Aquifer (bookmark)

    Recommended for grades PreK-1. Bilingual bookmark accompanies the Count on the Edwards Aquifer Storybook.

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  • Count on the Edwards Aquifer (storybook)

    Count on the Edwards Aquifer (storybook)

    Recommended for grades PreK-1. A colorful, lively, bilingual book introducing early readers to the Edwards Aquifer system.

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  • Daycations: A Self-Guided Tour of the Edwards Aquifer (brochure)

    Daycations: A Self-Guided Tour of the Edwards Aquifer (brochure)

    Recommended for grades 6-Adult. This brochure offers a self-guided tour that highlights several locations which hold historic and/or geologic significance to the Edwards Aquifer system.

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  • Discover the Edwards Aquifer (bookmark)

    Discover the Edwards Aquifer (bookmark)

    Recommended for grades 6-8. Accompanies the Explorer's Guide booklet and features conservation and protection tips for the Edwards Aquifer.



  • Discover the Edwards Aquifer (booklet)

    Discover the Edwards Aquifer (booklet)

    Recommended for grades 6-8. A colorful, fact-filled, illustrated booklet that introduces readers to the Edwards Aquifer system, water conservation, and water protection.

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  • Discover the Edwards Aquifer - A Comal Springs & River Workbook

    Discover the Edwards Aquifer - A Comal Springs & River Workbook

    Recommended for all ages. Bilingual program combining art and empirical observation. Lesson plans are correlated to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Includes a Teacher's Guide.

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  • Doc Edwards Amazing Aquifer Adventure (book)

    Doc Edwards Amazing Aquifer Adventure (book)

    Recommended for grades 1-3. This illustrated activity billingual book features Doc Edwards and the eager young campers of the Aquifer Adventure Camp who take students on an adventure through the aquifer.

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  • Doc Edwards Student Map

    Doc Edwards Student Map

    Recommended for grades 1-5. This vibrant poster, featuring Doc Edwards, provides a graphic representation of the Edwards Aquifer region and a simplified cross section of the aquifer system.

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  • Doc Edwards Amazing Aquifer Adventure (bookmark)

    Doc Edwards Amazing Aquifer Adventure (bookmark)

    Recommended for grades 1-5. Features the endangered and threatened species of the Edwards Aquifer and lists ways students can be aquifer aware.

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  • Doc Edwards History of a Rock Star (bookmark)

    Doc Edwards History of a Rock Star (bookmark)

    Recommended for grades 3-5. Features Doc Edwards and a brief illustrated timeline of the history of the Edwards Aquifer.



  • Doc Edwards History of a Rock Star (book)

    Doc Edwards History of a Rock Star (book)

    Recommended for grades 3-5. Join Doc Edwards on an adventure back through time as he takes you on an educational journey detailing the beginnings and formations of our geologic marvel.

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  • Doc Edwards Water Conservation Kit

    Doc Edwards Water Conservation Kit

    Recommended for grade 4. This take-home water conservation kit contains: water-saving shower head, kitchen and bathroom aerators, lawn rain gauge, and more.




  • Drop Inside the Edwards Aquifer (mini-cave)

    Drop Inside the Edwards Aquifer (mini-cave)

    Traveling cave scale-model. 11" X 8.5". Replicates the 92" X 180" traveling cave. Hands-on and interactive. Includes a diagram of the Edwards Aquifer.



  • Guide to Responsible Well Ownership (book)

    Guide to Responsible Well Ownership (book)

    A twenty-page booklet explaining common types of wells construction, maintenance, and protection of water quality.

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  • Guide to Living on the Recharge Zone (book)

    Guide to Living on the Recharge Zone (book)

    A handbook on protecting our water resources with a brief explanation of the Edwards Aquifer system, historical photos, and tips on water conservation.

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  • Manage, Enhance, and Protect (bookmark)

    Manage, Enhance, and Protect (bookmark)

    Recommended for grades 6-Adult. Conservation bookmark featuring top 10 ways to save water.

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  • Paint Worksheet-Tub

    Paint Worksheet-Tub

    Recommended for grades PreK-1. Features a water saving tip and painting activity.



  • Paint Worksheet- Brushing teeth

    Paint Worksheet- Brushing teeth

    Recommended for grades PreK-1. Features a water saving tip and painting activity.

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  • Paint Worksheet- Water the lawn

    Paint Worksheet- Water the lawn

    Recommended for grades PreK-1. Features a water saving tip and painting activity.



  • Permit Holder's Guide: Managing Our Water Resource Together (book)

    Permit Holder's Guide: Managing Our Water Resource Together (book)

    A handbook on managing our water resources. Includes information on permits, reporting usage, and managing use during critical periods.

    To download, click here.



  • The Edwards Aquifer Region (map)

    The Edwards Aquifer Region (map)

    Recommended for grades 6-Adult. This illustrated wall map includes a graphic representation of the Edwards Aquifer region, a generalized north-south cross section of the system, and an explanation of how the aquifer system works.

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  • The Edwards Aquifer: Understand, Conserve, Protect-2nd Edition (teacher)

    The Edwards Aquifer: Understand, Conserve, Protect-2nd Edition (teacher)

    Recommended for grades 6-8. This bilingual program correlated to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Offers chapter discussion questions, student activities, chapter quizzes, and program assessments. 

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  • The Edwards Aquifer: Understand, Conserve, Protect-2nd Edition (student)

    The Edwards Aquifer: Understand, Conserve, Protect-2nd Edition (student)

    Recommended for grades 6-8. This bilingual program correlated to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), includes full-color photos, illustrations, diagrams, maps and charts.

    To download, click here



  • The Edwards Aquifer Authority School Education Program (brochure)

    The Edwards Aquifer Authority School Education Program (brochure)

    Recommended for educators. Brief overview of our School Education programs and materials provided free of charge to educators and students within the Authority's jurisdictional boundaries. 

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  • Water Conservation Geo Gadget Water Wheel

    Water Conservation Geo Gadget Water Wheel

    Recommended for grades 1-5. This colorful interactive resource complements the Doc Edwards program. Describes ways to save water in and around the home.




 

For more information about the Authority's School Education Program, contact the Education Department at (210) 222-2204 or (800) 292-1047.

Aquifer Conditions
Index
Daily Readings
Ten Day Average
Bexar (J-17)
661.0
655.3
Uvalde (J-27)
N/A
N/A
Comal Springs
239
229
San Marcos Springs
208
195

Provisional Daily water readings as of
9:00 AM Wednesday May 16, 2012

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San Antonio STAGE 2 30%

Uvalde STAGE 3 20%
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