Rooted in Saving Water: Conserve and Share Photo Contest

EAA

Edwards Aquifer Authority’s Conserve and Share It Photo Contest

Drought is challenging us all—but across our region, people are finding smart, sustainable ways to adapt.
Whether it’s conserving water through native landscaping or rethinking everyday habits, we want to showcase
how our community is staying Rooted in Texas.

This photo contest celebrates your creativity, conservation efforts, and connection to the Edwards Aquifer.
Your photos may inspire others—and could land you a spot in our 2027 calendar!

Show Us Your Drought-Smart Solutions!

As the Edwards Aquifer Authority (EAA) celebrates 30 years of stewardship on June 28th, we invite residents,
students, businesses, and organizations from Atascosa, Bexar, Caldwell, Comal, Guadalupe, Hays, Medina,
and Uvalde counties to help us look to the future by showcasing how you’re managing the drought.
Whether you’re collecting rainwater, composting, using drip irrigation, or embracing native plants—we want to see it!

Winning photos will be featured in the 2027 EAA Calendar, celebrating innovation, resilience, and the community’s
shared commitment to protecting the aquifer.

Categories

• Smart Irrigation – Drip systems, timers, efficient watering methods
• Rainwater Harvesting – Barrels, cisterns, catchment designs
• Composting & Soil Health – Compost bins, mulch, regenerative gardening
• Nature-Based Solutions – Native landscaping, tree canopies, berm & swales
• Youth in Conservation – Student-led or family-involved drought actions
• Everyday Drought Hacks – Creative routines or habits that save water

Prizes & Recognition

Each winning entry will receive a $100 VISA gift card, an EAA Swag Bag filled with native seeds,
water-saving tools, and aquifer-friendly tips, be featured in the 2027 EAA Calendar, and be recognized at the
November 2026 EAA Board of Directors Meeting.

Grand prize winner will receive a $500 VISA gift card!

Contest Timeline

• Opens: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
• Deadline to Submit: Monday, August 31, 2026
• Winner Recognition: November 2026 Board Meeting
• Calendar Release: January 2027

How to Enter

Submit one to two high-resolution JPG, JPEG, or PNG photos
(at least 1 landscape and 1 portrait).

Each entry must include:

• Full Name
• County
• Category
• Photo Title
• 1–2 Sentence Caption
• Email & Phone Number

Submit Your Entry

*Parental or guardian consent is required to enter and claim prize for people under the age of 18.

Questions?

Please contact:
Nikki Young – Senior Community Engagement Administrator
Email: nyoung@edwardsaquifer.org
Phone: (210) 693-5499

Wednesday, April 1, 2026
7:00 am - 6:00 pm