Full Title: On to the Future (OTF): The Flow of Sustainability: Inside the San Antonio Water System (Saturday)
Endorsed by: GSA On to the Future, GSA’s Hydrogeology, Geology and Health, Environmental and Engineering Geology, Quaternary Geology and Geomorphology Divisions
Led by: Jennifer Adkins Schudrowitz
Date: Sat. 18 Oct. 2025
Time: 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
CEUs: 0.4X
Explore the innovative water management strategies of the San Antonio Water System (SAWS), a leader in conservation and sustainability. This field trip offers a behind-the-scenes look at SAWS facilities, including groundwater, desalination, and recycling operations. Learn about the region’s unique hydrogeology, the Edwards Aquifer, and how SAWS balances urban demand with environmental stewardship. Ideal for those interested in water resources, infrastructure, and policy, this trip provides insight into cutting-edge solutions for sustainable water management. Cost includes transportation (bus), snacks, and water. SAWS is hosting tours of their facility at no cost to our guests.
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For additional information, please contact Rebecca Taormina, rtaormina@geosociety.org, GSA Field Trip and Short Program Coordinator.
Product Code: FT25CN421
Product Category: FTRIP