Groundwater to the Gulf (G2G)

Groundwater to the Gulf (G2G) is a FREE field-trip based, summer institute for Central Texas educators that emphasizes classroom techniques and resources on water science and rivers. Participants follow the path of water in Central Texas from its origins to its destination in The Gulf. Topics include hydrology, groundwater, urban watersheds, water quality, river stewardship, water protection, and water conservation.

Participants experience hands-on field trips with local water experts, receive FREE curricula and TEKS-aligned activities and resources, learn about field trip opportunities for the school year, and earn continuing education credits.

This year we will be traveling to Palacios, TX for the 20th Anniversary of G2G from June 9–12th! Here are a few logistics of what G2G will look like:

• Tuesday – Spend the morning at Wildflower Center and the afternoon at McKinney Falls State Park (Austin)
• Wednesday – Travel to Palacios (on your own) afternoon activities at or near Texas Baptist Encampment (were we will be lodging)
• Thursday – PMAR Oyster Hatchery and Matagorda Bay Nature Park
• Friday – Texas Floating Classroom and travel back to Austin

All participants will be required to attend all four days.

Space is limited and will be capped at 30 educators. Deadline is May 29, 2026 or when spots fill.

If you have any questions beforehand, please feel free to reach out to us at programs@coloradoriver.org.