Join us for the first event on October 25th at the Wimberley Village Library
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The Watershed Association, in partnership with the Mothering Earth Podcast, Hays County, and the cities of Wimberley and Woodcreek, is excited to announce Water Wise—a new community education series designed to cultivate water resiliency here in the Hill Country.
The first event will take place on October 25th at the Wimberley Village Library, opening with a conversation on Aquifer Health and the State of Our Water. Speakers from the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District, The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, and the Hays County Master Naturalists will reflect on the current state of our water and explore the pathways to protecting it for future generations.
Water conservation efforts are crucial in our community, yet many people remain unaware of the simple steps they can take to protect water in their daily lives. As we know all too well, Jacob’s Well has seen historic declines in flow, wells are running dry, and our aquifers are under increasing stress.
The realities are urgent, but they are also an invitation.
How can we cultivate abundance even in drought?
To help answer this question, Water Wise will bring together voices from across the region to spark dialogue, share practical solutions, and empower residents to become stewards of the land and water we all depend on.
The series will continue into 2026, offering workshops that inform, inspire, and equip our community with tangible ways to conserve our most precious resource—water.
Come as you are. Leave as a steward. Let’s fall in love with this land all over again—and show that even in drought, our landscapes can be places of beauty, resilience, and renewal.
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The Series at a Glance:
**All events will be hosted at the Wimberley Village Library unless otherwise noted**
October 25th
Beneath the Surface: Aquifer Health & Water Flows
The Hill Country is in sustained drought, and outdoor water use is increasingly limited. This session offers a clear, place-based look at where our water comes from, how much we have, and how the ground beneath us functions as both source and reservoir. We’ll explore the science of regional water flows, why conservation matters now, and which everyday choices make the biggest difference. The program concludes with a live demonstration of how an aquifer works—turning underground processes into something you can see and understand. A Q&A with speakers follows, so bring your questions and leave with practical insight you can use at home and in your neighborhood.
Keynote speakers include: Linda Kaye Rogers // Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District
Adam Berglund // Meadows Center for Water & the Environment
Sarah Carlisle // Hays County Master Naturalist
November 8th
Roots and Flows: Water Wise Native Plant Gardens
As drought stretches on, many are asking how to keep a beautiful yard without constant watering. This outdoor “show and tell” walks through Triangle Park’s water-wise demonstration garden—earthworks and native plantings designed to slow, spread, and sink rainfall. You’ll see how to shape outdoor spaces to hold moisture in the soil and which native trees, shrubs, and groundcovers bring color, pollinators, and long-term resilience with minimal irrigation.
Keynote speakers include:
Chris Jones // Symbiosis
**[This event will be held at Triangle Park in Woodcreek]**
November 15th
Water Wise by Design: Integrating Native Landscapes in Your Neighborhood
Many neighborhood landscaping rules were written for a different era—fewer people, more water—and often favor large, mowed lawns that don’t hold up in drought. This session introduces the Hill Country Alliance’s new guidance for property and homeowners’ associations, tailored to today’s climate realities. You’ll see practical examples of landscape standards that reduce turf and welcome native trees, shrubs, wildflowers, tall grasses, and groundcovers—beauty that thrives without heavy outdoor watering. A local realtor will also discuss how water-wise landscaping can enhance curb appeal and long-term property value.
Keynote speakers include:
Katherine Romans // Executive Director, Hill County Alliance
Clay Ewing // Century 21
January 17th
Seeds of Resilience: Wicking Gardens and Seed Saving
Drought runs through our series for a reason. This session shows, step by step, how to build a wicking garden bed that sips water while growing healthy, vigorous plants—perfect for Hill Country conditions. After the live demo, we’ll explore seed saving: how it deepens your knowledge of native plants and stretches your garden budget. You’ll also learn how to use the Wimberley Village Library’s Seed Catalog—both to find region-adapted seeds and to contribute your own for neighbors to grow. Bring your questions and leave with plans you can plant.
Keynote speakers include:
Janet Bradford // Wimberley Garden Club
Kat Locke // President, Keep Wimberley Beautiful
Questions? Contact: zane@watershedassociation.org