Purpose and Overview
Water in the desert is often hidden, increasingly scarce, but always vital. Where it springs to the surface, it provides respite and beauty. Out of sight, its deep aquifers sustain our ranches, communities, wildlife, and all who live in this desert we call home. As drought deepens, cities spread, and pumping increases, the pressure on this most precious desert resource only grows. Effective management and stewardship of desert water resources depends on knowledge, expertise, awareness, innovation, and a skilled workforce, along with active engagement of landowners, community members, local leaders and officials, policy makers, scientists, and other experts.