EDUCATION

Water conservation resources and more, through the Upper Trinity GCD.

Looking for a summer internship? Check out the Upper Trinity’s program for the summer of 2025 – Internship Program & Application

Native Plants by Region – learn what grows best in your region by reaching out to community groups such as Master Gardener Associations and Master Naturalist Associations.

Why do native plants matter? Native plants protect soil health, reduce overwatering, reduce erosion and weathering, and are easier to keep alive during unexpected weather events. While popular turf grasses like Bermuda and St. Augustine are frequently seen at new home build sites, native grasses such as buffalo grass and little bluestem dwarf their root structures while also creating a healthy soil profile.

Educational Courses

Does your school, community group, or association want to learn more about the Trinity Aquifer? Our staff present courses on a variety of topics including native plants, rainwater harvesting, water levels in your area, CE certified realtor courses, geology of North Texas, and much more.

Email jill@uppertrinitygcd.com to schedule trainings and presentations.

Realtor/Real Estate Agent Continuing Education Courses

View the following courses below and reach out to UTGCD to schedule a date for your office or team.

Groundwater and Wells: What Realtors Should Know

Course Description (ID: #51049) (4 CE) The Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District developed a comprehensive education plan for realtors & title agents in the North Texas area to become familiar with groundwater, water wells, and environmental management. With many ranch and suburban homes installing and maintaining wells, realty and title agents will be equipped with state and local tools for their clients to be informed on local governing authorities and how to be a responsible well owner. Course topics include a brief introduction to groundwater, water well construction and maintenance, state and regional database resources, water law, agricultural exemptions, and more.

Rainwater Harvesting: Resources for Realtors

Course Description (ID: #47972) (1 CE) The Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District developed a comprehensive guide for rainwater harvesting in the State of Texas, including resources for construction, maintenance, appraisal district information, and benefits of harvesting systems. With homeowners more frequently inquiring about systems and their benefits – realtors & title agents may utilize District curriculum materials to address these inquiries.

Going Native – Grasses and Plant Resources for Realtors

Course Description (ID: 49479)(1 CE) The Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District developed a comprehensive guide for native plants and grasses in the State of Texas, including resources for new builds, navigating HOA’s, and native recommendations for all regions of Texas. With homeowners more frequently inquiring about water conscious and native varieties for their new and established communities – realtors & title agents may utilize District curriculum materials to address these inquiries and direct clients to resources.

Tex-Mesonet Network

The Upper Trinity GCD houses a working weather station linked with TexMesonet. View the links out to access weather and precipitation trends in your area. The information collected through the TWDB network includes;

temperature, precipitation, wind speed, relative humidity, barometric pressures, solar radiation, and soil moisture.

TexMesonet Network