🦋 Tiny wings. Incredible journeys.

As temperatures slowly cool across South Central Texas, monarch butterflies are making their incredible journey through our state, traveling thousands of miles from Canada to their winter home in central Mexico! 🍂

But these beautiful ...pollinators need our help. Monarch populations have declined dramatically over the past few decades, largely due to habitat loss and declining milkweed availability.

🌿 You can make a difference! Plant native milkweed and nectar-rich flowers, avoid pesticides, and create welcoming spaces for monarchs to rest and refuel along their journey.

Small actions can make a big ripple effect for wildlife and the ecosystems we share. 💧🦋

#MonarchMigration #EdwardsAquifer #NativePlants #PollinatorConservation #MakeYourRipple #TexasWildlife

🌎🔬 Earth Science Week is here!

The study of Earth Science helps us understand the connections among rocks, minerals, groundwater, landscapes, and the communities that depend on natural resources.

At the EAA, geoscience, monitoring, mapping, and field research help guide ...science-based decisions for the Edwards Aquifer.

This week, we’re celebrating the professionals and discoveries helping us understand and protect the world beneath our feet.

#EarthScienceWeek #EdwardsAquifer #Geoscience #ScienceBased #Groundwater

🍂 Sweater weather is on the way, just in time for some fall planting! 🌱☀️

Hear from our friend Roxy Van Ruiten, KENS 5 & Kens5.com meteorologist, reporting for our EAA Education Outreach Center as she shares the 7-day weather forecast!

And speaking of beautiful fall ...weather, it's the perfect time to join us for our Rooted in Texas | FREE Drive-Thru Plant Pick-Up in New Braunfels, TX this Saturday, October 17, from 9 AM–Noon 🌼

Two FREE Texas native plants per person, while supplies last!

🌱 Event details: https://www.edwardsaquifer.org/events_list/rooted-in-texas-a-free-drive-thru-plant-pick-up-event-hosted-by-the-eaa-2026/

#EdwardsAquiferAuthority #KEN5 #RootedInTexas #texasnativeplants #newbraunfels #freeplants

🐦 World Migratory Bird Day

For migratory birds, every stop along the journey matters. 🌿

Native plants provide important food, shelter, and habitat for birds traveling through South Central Texas, and once established, they typically need less water than many traditional ...landscape plants.

By planting native plants, we can create welcoming spaces for wildlife while conserving water and supporting a healthier environment. 💧🐦🌱

One native plant. One small change. One big ripple effect.

#WorldMigratoryBirdDay #NativePlants #WaterConservation #EdwardsAquifer #TexasWildlife #MakeYourRipple

🌿 We celebrated World Habitat Day this week!

A healthy habitat begins with clean, reliable water.

Through the Edwards Aquifer Habitat Conservation Plan (EAHCP), regional partners work together to protect federally listed species that live in the Edwards Aquifer and the Comal ...and San Marcos springs.
Protecting habitat isn’t one organization’s responsibility; it takes science, collaboration, and long-term stewardship across our region.

The Edwards Aquifer Authority, City of San Marcos TX - City Hall, City Of New Braunfels - Government , Texas State University , and the City of San Antonio - Municipal Government , acting by and through the San Antonio Water System, aka the EAHCP Permitees, work together to provide overall benefit to the springs systems and the species that inhabit those springs through Habitat protection measures, flow protection measures, and supporting measures.

🎥 Take a closer look beneath the surface! EAHCP staff captured 360° footage in the Nueces River, offering an immersive look at aquatic habitat and native vegetation. Explore the full 360° experience on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/1230262440

#WorldHabitatDay #EAHCP #EdwardsAquifer #HabitatConservation #Collaboration

The EAA board meeting is today at 1 p.m., and you're invited to attend in person or virtually. For more information, please visit www.edwardsaquifer.org

Thirty years ago, some very rare species made a BIG splash. 🦎💧

This World Animal Day, we’re celebrating the endangered species that helped inspire the creation of the Edwards Aquifer Authority 30 years ago, including the iconic Texas blind salamander, a remarkable creature found ...nowhere else in the world.

Their story reminds us that protecting the Edwards Aquifer means protecting an entire ecosystem, from its unique wildlife and spring-fed habitats to the clean, reliable water millions of South Central Texans depend on every day. Happy World Animal Day! 🦎🐾💧

#WorldAnimalDay #EAA30 #EdwardsAquifer #TexasBlindSalamander #Conservation #TexasWildlife #EveryDropCounts

🌧️ Rain is on the way—are you ready to catch it? 💧

With rain in the forecast for South Central Texas, it’s a great time to think about rainwater harvesting!

Rain barrels and other collection systems can capture water from your roof and save it for another day. That ...stored rainwater can later be used for your lawn, garden, and native plants—helping reduce the need for additional water outdoors. 🌱

Before the rain arrives:
💧 Check and clean your gutters
💧 Make sure your rain barrel or collection system is ready
💧 Direct overflow away from your home
💧 Keep your system covered to help prevent mosquitoes

Every rainfall is an opportunity to think differently about how we use and conserve water.

Catch the rain. Save it for later. Every drop counts. 💙

#EdwardsAquifer #EdwardsAquiferAuthority #RainwaterHarvesting #EveryDropCounts #WaterConservation #TexasWater #RainBarrel