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February 8, 2021

2021 Legislative Priorities: Texas Coast and Water Program, National Wildlife Federation

The Texas Coast and Water Program at the National Wildlife Federation (a founding member of the Texas Living Waters Project) presents here its policy priorities for the 2021 Texas Legislative Session. The program calls on elected officials to promote water supply innovation, enable sustainable management of groundwater, invest in state parks, advance natural solutions to flooding, and protect river flows. We also emphasize the pressing need to address social disparities, such as access to broadband internet, in order to improve public participation in ongoing planning processes related to disaster mitigation and natural resources. [eltd_button size="" type="solid" text=" Download NWF's 2021 Legislative Priorities (PDF)" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://texaslivingwaters.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/NWF-Legislative-Priorities.pdf" target="_self" color="#ffffff" hover_color="#ffffff" background_color="#296374" hover_background_color="#3A8DA6" border_color="#296374" hover_border_color=""...

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by Jonathan Seefeldt
May 1, 2016

Facts About Texas Water (English & Spanish)

Published May 1, 2016   The 2nd edition of Facts About Texas Water is available in English and Spanish.  Facts About Texas Water is intended to give all Texans—young and old, urban and rural— basic information about water that will help us understand this important resource and how to use and protect it.  Facts About Texas Water was prepared for the 7th/8th grade student, but is useful to all Texans that want to learn basic information about your water supply and how to appreciate, conserve, and protect this valuable resource. Download PDF – English | Download PDF – Spanish We have a limited amount of printed copies available free of charge for educational activities.  Please contact us to...

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by Lizzie Jespersen
April 1, 2007

Springs of Texas: Spring Owner’s Guide

Published April 1, 2007   Springs have played a major cultural, historical, ecological, and spiritual role in shaping Texas. Springs in the state are as varied and unique as the landscape, and are an important resource for all Texans. Many springs have disappeared and the quality, integrity, and existence of many more are threatened. The intent of this guide is to increase awareness of the importance of springs and to assist spring owners in taking steps to care for their springs. Download PDF...

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by Lizzie Jespersen
April 1, 2004

Grassroots Organizing on Texas Water Issues

The purpose of this book is to provide guidance for citizens who wish to become active on water issues in Texas. It demonstrates how to influence decisions regarding water policy planning in this state. It includes basic information on campaign organizing, water management and water protection resources, steps on how to affect decisions concerning public water supplies, and inspiring examples of successful grassroots activism on water issues. Download PDF...

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by Lizzie Jespersen