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River Watchers and volunteers sample during photo session at Bright Leaf Preserve

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River Watchers and volunteers sample during photo session at Bright Leaf Preserve

Austin Youth River Watch
P.O. Box 40351 Austin, TX 78704
Email: info@riverwatchers.org
Phone: (512) 708-9115

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As a member of EarthShare Texas, Austin Youth Rive

As a member of EarthShare Texas, Austin Youth River Watch receives support from the nonprofit federation through unrestricted funding and capacity support. We are thrilled to be a part of their Green Leaders Fellowship 2025 cohort, and it is a privilege to introduce you to the Green Leader who will be amplifying the work of our organization over the course of the Fellowship.

Kimberly Juarez will be working on developing a Field Trip and Presentation Program that provides hands-on outdoor education opportunities to schools and other community groups, expanding AYRW's reach and impact.

This initiative seeks to expand opportunities for early-career environmentalists while simultaneously addressing capacity limitations for nonprofits - a nuanced solution that addresses Green Workforce constraints while building the green leadership pipeline. Follow along at @earthsharetexas & @estxgreenleaders! Thanks @heb!

November has been a blast for our River Watchers!

November has been a blast for our River Watchers! From kayaking adventures to soaking in the magic of the Waller Creek Show, we've packed in so much fun this month.

As the year winds down, we're getting ready to wrap up programming—but not without celebrating all the memories we've made together. 🩵✨

Volunteer Drivers Needed! Help bring meals to our

Volunteer Drivers Needed! Help bring meals to our amazing community. We know this is a big commitment, and we’re so grateful for anyone willing to jump in and help! 🚗💚 Details in the link in our bio.

🎃 Happy Halloween from River Watch! 🎃

We’ve been getting our hands dirty picking up some trash... how scary is that?! Nothing spookier than littered parks, but we’re here to keep them clean!

October has been a blast so far! 🎃 We’ve tac

October has been a blast so far! 🎃

We’ve tackled multiple trash cleanups at local creeks, got our hands dirty planting for the bat and veggie garden at our EcoHouse, and even spent some time fishing! Plus, we’ve been working with a group from UT Austin to reimagine a park designed with youth in mind. So many exciting things happening, and we can’t wait for what’s next! 🎣🩵

Join Austin Youth River Watch for a creek clean-up

Join Austin Youth River Watch for a creek clean-up at Buttermilk Neighborhood Park! Together, we’ll help remove trash and restore the beauty of the Buttermilk Neighborhood Park and Creek!

We invite you to come with your family and friends; all are welcomed!

Sign up using the link in our bio!

River Watchers at the Austin FC game! ⚽️ It wa

River Watchers at the Austin FC game! ⚽️ It was a wild night—ATX had a slow start, but they made an epic comeback to tie 2-2! The energy in the stadium was unreal! 💚⚽️ #VerdeFam #AustinFC #VamosATX #riverwatch #austin #texas #atx #education #nonprofit #nature #environment #fun #adventure

September Programming Highlights!

This month, we’ve been getting to know each other while learning how to test water quality and monitor the health of our local waterways. We also had inspiring visits from @texassierraclub @texansforcleanwater and @democrasexy, who spoke with us about civic engagement and registering to vote. It’s been a great start to the season! 🩵

#riverwatch #austin #texas #atx #education #nonprofit #nature #environment #fun #adventure

Happy World Water Monitoring Day from Austin Youth

Happy World Water Monitoring Day from Austin Youth River Watch! 💧🌎

Our River Watchers are dedicated citizen scientists, conducting water chemistry tests and field observations and then submitting this vital data to the LCRA to help monitor the health of our local water systems.

But their commitment goes beyond data collection! They take action by participating in trash cleanups, removing invasive species from riparian zones (the areas where land meets water), and planting native grasses and trees to prevent bank erosion. 🌿🌳

This World Water Monitoring Day, we’re celebrating our River Watchers and their active role in protecting and restoring our waterways!

#riverwatch #austin #texas #atx #education #nonprofit #nature #environment #fun #adventure #WorldWaterMonitoringDay #citizenscience #waterquality #riparian

Exciting times ahead! Our AEL interns just kicked

Exciting times ahead! Our AEL interns just kicked off the year, and we're proud to share that every one of them is an alumni River Watcher 🛶

We're thrilled to see their journey continue with us!

#riverwatch #austin #texas #atx #education #nonprofit #nature #environment #fun #adventure #intern #college

🌟 We're now recruiting for our afterschool prog

🌟 We're now recruiting for our afterschool program! 🌟

Want to make a real impact on the environment while earning some extra cash? Join Austin Youth River Watch's afterschool program!

Here's why you should sign up:
🌎 Hands-On Learning: Get your hands dirty and learn valuable skills in water quality testing, environmental science, and conservation.
🌎 Build Friendships: Connect with like-minded students who care about the environment just like you.
🌎 Earn While You Learn: Get paid $20 a day just for participating—how cool is that?
🌎 Explore Nature: Spend time outdoors, explore local waterways, and see firsthand how your efforts are making a difference.
🌎 Transportation Provided: No need to worry about getting here—we’ve got you covered.

If you’re a student at one of our 9 partner schools, don’t miss this chance to make a difference and grow as a leader! @navarro_echs @northeastechsaustinisd @akinsechs @emhsaustinisd

🔗 Sign up in the link in our bio!

#riverwatch #austin #texas #atx #education #nonprofit #nature #environment #fun #adventure#aisd

Apply for EarthShare Texas’ Green Leaders Fellow

Apply for EarthShare Texas’ Green Leaders Fellowship program; join our team and make a difference!

We are thrilled to announce our participation in EarthShare Texas’ Green Leaders Fellowship 2025 cohort as a nonprofit host! The mission of the EarthShare Texas Green Leaders Fellowship is to foster a vibrant and diverse Green Workforce that will lead Texas in sustainable development, creating a positive impact in our communities and throughout our state.

Austin Youth River Watch will be working alongside a green leader to develop our Field Trip and Presentation Program. If you are interested in applying for the Fellowship program, visit @earthsharetexas link in bio.

Follow along at @estxgreenleaders and @earthsharetexas.

Last chance to RSVP for the River Watch Alumni Bas

Last chance to RSVP for the River Watch Alumni Bash! River Watchers Class of 2024 and earlier are invited to join us for an evening of fun at the eco-house!

Comment "RSVP" to get the link to sign up and be added to the Alumni GroupMe!

Feel free to share with other River Watchers!

🌊 Gulf Coast Trip Recap! River Watchers followe

🌊 Gulf Coast Trip Recap! River Watchers followed the Colorado River down to Matagorda Bay, testing water quality, learning all about oysters from park staff 🦪, and taking over nurdle patrol on Matagorda Beach. We enjoyed plenty of pool time at our cabins, devoured some amazing meals (shoutout to our personal chef, Emma 🍽️), and had a blast evening fishing—props to Leilani, Marquis, and Sydney for reeling in some catches 🎣! We wrapped up with a fun day trip to Rockport for beach time and souvenir shopping before heading back to ATX. What a trip! 🩵

#riverwatch #austin #texas #atx #education #nonprofit #nature #environment #fun #adventure #beach #coast #matagorda #fishing #camping #glamping #campfire

Cohort 2 Highlights! ✨ We dove deep into pool sw

Cohort 2 Highlights! ✨ We dove deep into pool swims, cruised on a bat boat tour on Lady Bird Lake with @batconservationinternational, and got crafty with @austincreativereuse, turning summer trash into a giant bat sculpture 🦇. You can now visit Mrs. Batreuse at ACR!!! We also spent a day with Urban Roots ATX, learning about urban agriculture and sustainable food practices 🌱. Plus, we explored the magic of mushroom mycoremediation 🍄 and the fascinating world of macroinvertebrates 🐛. This summer was one for the books! We are so thankful for all of the wonderful collaborations. 💙

#riverwatch #austin #texas #atx #education #nonprofit #nature #environment #fun #adventure

Come with Alondra as she starts her day with River

Come with Alondra as she starts her day with River Watch as a program coordinator! #riverwatch #atx #austin #nature #education #nonprofit #highschool #summer

Wrapping up the last week of Cohort 1 with a bang!

Wrapping up the last week of Cohort 1 with a bang! From exploring the LCRA's Redbud Center with @lowercoloradoriverauthority & @coloradoriveralliance to a serene glass-bottom boat ride at @themeadowscenter, this week was packed with adventures! 🛶 We tested water quality at Barton Creek Habitat Preserve @nature_tx and swam at Rio Vista Park in San Marcos and learned about the Coahuiltecan creation story with the Indigenous Cultures Institute. @indigenouscultures 🌊✨ So proud of our amazing crew for their enthusiasm and curiosity! #riverwatch #austin #texas #atx #education #nonprofit #nature #environment #fun #adventure

The only reason they laugh at my jokes is because

The only reason they laugh at my jokes is because they’re getting paid… #riverwatchers #environment #atx #nonprofit #environment #nature #highschool #summer #genz #genalpha

Calling all River Watch alumni! 📣 We are happy

Calling all River Watch alumni! 📣 We are happy to announce that this year's Alumni Bash will be on August 15th from 6pm to 9pm! River Watchers Class of 2024 and earlier are invited to join us for an evening of fun at the eco-house! If you are interested in attending, please, reach out to us so that we can add you to our new Alumni GroupMe (which will have the latest updates and opportunities!) - the RSVP form for the Alumni Bash will be sent out soon!

Feel free to share with other River Watchers!

Week 2 of our summer program with our River Watche

Week 2 of our summer program with our River Watchers has been incredible! This week, we partnered with the @shoalcreekconservancy to clean up trash and remove invasive plants, tackling ragweed and elephant ear. 🌱 Afterward, we had a fun water balloon fight at the eco house!!

We teamed up with @zilkerparkboats for a kayak trash cleanup on Barton Creek the next day. 🚣‍♂️ Finally, we went to Buttermilk Creek and collected over 210 lbs of trash! 🗑️

This week's adventure was swimming and cliff jumping at Blue Hole in Georgetown! We've been having a blast this summer and are excited to finish Cohort 1 this week! ☀️

#Riverwatchers #ecoeducation #nature #austin #education #environment #nonprofit #adventure

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