Groundwater to the Gulf

Title: Groundwater to the Gulf
Location: Austin
Link out: Click here
Description: What is Groundwater to the Gulf?
Groundwater to the Gulf is a 3-day, field-trip based institute for Central Texas teachers that emphasizes techniques for teaching water-based curricula to students in grades 4 through 8. Participants follow the path of water in Central Texas from its origins to its final destination in the Gulf of Mexico. Topics include: hydrology, groundwater, urban watersheds, water quality, water protection, and water conservation.

INLAND: June 19th, 20th, and 21st
REGISTRATION Open!

Click here to view the 2012 FLYER with more info.

What to expect:

Experience hands-on field experiences with local water experts
Receive FREE Curricula, TEKS-aligned activities, and resources
Learn about field trip opportunities for the school year
Receive 22 continuing education credits

Fieldtrips and Activities:

Karst Tour: rock identification and a mini-caving trip
Behind the scenes tour of the Splash! Exhibit at Barton Springs
Aquatic insect study and water quality assessment at McKinney Falls
Focus on service-learning projects including how to build a school garden, rainwater harvesting and planning for a successful campus cleanup
A tour of the new Wilkerson Center for Colorado River Education at Redbud
Canoeing on Lady Bird Lake to conduct water quality testing

ALL NEW – Pre-Conference Workshop:

Monday, June 18th 1pm-5pm
Learn how to teach young people about aquatic wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities.
Receive a FREE Project WILD Aquatic Guide (K-12, 48 activities)

Monday Night Social

Arriving in town early, want to connect with other educators looking to expand their curriculum, and network with the Groundwater to the Gulf organizers and instructors? Join us on Monday, June 18th from 5pm-7pm for a G2G Social Hour at a Location TBA.

How to Register

Space is Limited to 50 Educators
REGISTRATION Now Open. Register online. To confirm your registration send a refundable deposit in the amount of $50 made out to “Keep Austin Beautiful” within 10 days of your online registration. The deposit will be returned if you attend the conference. Mail checks to Sunset Valley City Hall, Attn: Carolyn Meredith, 3205 Jones Road, Sunset Valley, Texas, 78745.
Contact Carolyn Meredith with Sunset Valley City Hall at 512.891.9103 ext. 14 or at cmeredith@sunsetvalley.org for additional questions.
Start Date: 2012-06-18
End Date: 2012-06-21