Rooted in Saving Water: Conserve and Share Photo Contest
2026-04-01 09:00 - 2026-08-31 17:00 (America/Chicago)
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 AdministratorEmail: nyoung@edwardsaquifer.orgPhone: (210) 693-5499
