GRA: Groundwater Resources Association of California

Join Us for Student Research Night with Bright Water Foundation! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to support and connect with the next generation of earth science professionals! Join the Sacramento Branch on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at the Harper Alumni Center at Sacramento State for Student Research Night with Bright Water Foundation. This event is a fantastic chance to celebrate student research, network with industry professionals, and even discover your next intern or entry-level hire for the summer field season. Plus, we’re honored to welcome featured speaker Rick Blodgett, founder of Bright Water Foundation, who will share insights from his decades of work in water quality and public health epidemiology. Whether you’re a student eager to showcase your research or a professional looking to engage with emerging talent, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Enjoy an evening of networking, learning, and collaboration while supporting future leaders in groundwater and environmental sciences. Register today and secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/gxy6cfa4 #SacState #GeoTech #StudentResearch #WaterScience?

The GRA Awards are now open for nominations! ???? Do you know a dedicated professional making a difference in groundwater science, policy, or management? This is your chance to honor their impact! ?? Award Categories: ?? Lifetime Achievement Award – Recognizing a career of outstanding contributions to groundwater. ?? Kevin J. Neese Award – Celebrating projects that foster the understanding, protection, or management of groundwater. ?? Emerging Groundwater Professional – Honoring significant contributors to GRA's Mission and Vision now and into the future ?? Outstanding Student Award – Recognizing individuals who demonstrate achievement through their education, contributions to academia or industry contributions to GRA and the groundwater community. ?? Deadline: April 30, 2025 ?? Submit your nomination here: https://lnkd.in/g7WBihMc Let’s celebrate the champions of groundwater and the critical work they do! #Groundwater #WaterLeadership #GRAAwards #WaterResources

Don't miss out on an unforgettable night at Angel Stadium! Join us on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 6:38 p.m. for an exciting matchup between the Los Angeles Angels and Pittsburgh Pirates. Enjoy the game from exclusive club-level seats with extra comfort, premium concessions, and in-seat food delivery! This family-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to relax, connect, and cheer on your favorite team with loved ones. Limited spots available—register before March 31st to secure your seat! Don’t forget to download the Ballpark app to receive your tickets, and plan ahead for parking and stadium policies. Spots are filling fast, so register now and get ready for a thrilling game night! #GoAngels #FamilyFun #GroundwaterManagement #Intera https://lnkd.in/g-ZrPx9P

?? Registration & Sponsorships Now Open! ?? GRA: Groundwater Resources Association of California is thrilled to announce the 2025 SGMA Implementation Summit & Legislative Forum, taking place May 27–28, 2025, at the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in Sacramento! ?? This year, we’re partnering with Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) and Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck to bring you an unparalleled opportunity for insightful discussions, impactful learning, and high-value networking. ?? What’s on the agenda? ?? Bay-Delta Unimpaired Flows – Implications for groundwater management ?? Water Quality Challenges & Solutions – Focus on coastal agricultural regions ?? Well Mitigation Programs – Implementation strategies and lessons learned ?? Land Subsidence BMPs – Best practices for sustainable management ?? Legislative & Policy Updates – Key bills, laws, and regulations shaping groundwater policy and water rights Expect two full days of connecting with public agencies, legislators, staffers, regulators, water managers, and industry experts—all tackling the most pressing groundwater challenges in California. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of groundwater management. Register today! Sponsorships: https://lnkd.in/guJfyeEW Registration: https://lnkd.in/gjgnJTSA #WaterPolicy #SGMA #Groundwater #Networking #WaterManagement #CaliforniaWater

Where Did Earth’s Water Come From? ?? Scientists believe Earth's water came from a mix of sources—icy comets, volcanic outgassing, and even hydrated minerals from space! Over billions of years, these processes helped form the oceans, groundwater, and the water cycle that sustains life today. Explore the origins of our planet’s most precious resource: https://lnkd.in/gKEvTaMn #GroundwaterAwarenessWeek #WaterOrigins #Science #SustainableWater

Groundwater: Around the World ?? Did you know that 30% of the world’s freshwater is stored in groundwater? From the vast Ogallala Aquifer in the U.S. to the Guarani Aquifer in South America, these underground reservoirs sustain billions of people worldwide. As demand grows, sustainable management is more important than ever! Check out this graphic for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gH8Y-hcX #GroundwaterAwarenessWeek #GlobalWaterCrisis #SustainableWater #WaterSecurity

California’s Water Resources: A Balancing Act ?? California relies on a mix of surface water, groundwater, recycled water, and desalination to meet its water needs. Groundwater alone supplies 30-40% of the state's total water, especially crucial during droughts. Sustainable management—through recharge programs, stormwater capture, and recycling— is essential for the state’s future water security. Learn more in the graphic! https://lnkd.in/gExnX3QZ #GroundwaterAwarenessWeek #WaterConservation #SustainableWater #CaliforniaWater

Groundwater Awareness Week: Learning from the Past to Protect Our Future This #GroundwaterAwarenessWeek, let’s take a moment to reflect on the critical role water plays in our communities—and the lessons history has taught us about its management. The classic film Chinatown (1974) dramatized California’s infamous water wars, highlighting the real-life struggle for control over water resources. The diversion of water from Owens Valley to Los Angeles in the early 1900s reshaped ecosystems, devastated agricultural communities, and left a lasting impact on how water is governed today. Groundwater is often an unseen yet invaluable resource, sustaining agriculture, drinking supplies, and industry. Like the water wars of the past, today’s groundwater challenges require careful stewardship to ensure long-term sustainability. Let’s use this week to raise awareness, advocate for responsible water use, and recognize that access to clean and reliable water should never be taken for granted. ?? How do you see groundwater issues affecting your community? Let’s start the conversation. #WaterConservation #SustainableWater #GroundwaterMatters

Join the GRA Central Coast Branch for an exclusive Freeman Diversion Tour & Groundwater Recharge Discussion on March 13 in Oxnard, CA. Get a behind-the-scenes look at United Water Conservation District’s Freeman Diversion Facility, a key component of Southern California’s groundwater recharge system. The tour begins at 4:00 PM, followed by a presentation at Poseidon Brewing Company at 6:00 PM, where John Lindquist will discuss groundwater sustainability and adaptation strategies. This event, sponsored by Lidco Inc, is a great opportunity to network with water resource professionals and learn about innovative groundwater recharge techniques. https://lnkd.in/gamf7Stn #GroundwaterRecharge #WaterSustainability #Hydrology #WaterResources #InfrastructureDevelopment

Join the GRA Central Coast Branch for an exclusive Freeman Diversion Tour & Groundwater Recharge Discussion on March 13 in Oxnard, CA. Get a behind-the-scenes look at United Water Conservation District’s Freeman Diversion Facility, a key component of Southern California’s groundwater recharge system. The tour begins at 4:00 PM, followed by a presentation at Poseidon Brewing Company at 6:00 PM, where John Lindquist will discuss groundwater sustainability and adaptation strategies. This event, sponsored by Lidco Inc, is a great opportunity to network with water resource professionals and learn about innovative groundwater recharge techniques. https://lnkd.in/gamf7Stn #GroundwaterRecharge #WaterSustainability #Hydrology #WaterResources #InfrastructureDevelopment