Why does the City of Austin own land for water quality protection?
Come find out on Saturday, July 7th from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. on a guided hike on one of the City’s lands in southwest Austin near the “Y” in Oak Hill. You’ll be treated to a look at a property not yet open to the public and learn about the history of people’s relationship to water on this property from 9,000 years ago to the present day. The ½-mile walk features views of areas under active management including Slaughter Creek’s riparian area. Your guide will convey information about the history of the tract, the flora and fauna, and the strategies employed by the City of Austin in managing this land for water quality protection through its restoration to an oak-juniper savannah. It is an excellent way to enjoy the beautiful outdoors while learning about how the City of Austin is conserving land for water quality. Tours are limited to 20 individuals and pre-registration is required. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To register, please call 263-6433 or send an email to [email protected] with your name, daytime and evening phone number, email address and number of people in your group. After registering you will receive a confirmation with a map and directions to the property entrance. Gail Gail McGlamery - Conservation Program Coordinator COA-AWU-Wildland Conservation Division Ph: 263-6437 Fax: 263-1276 http://www.cityofaustin.org/water/wildlands.htm ________________________________________________________________________ AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.
