“Food for Thought” Speakers Series: Santa Barbara’s Diverse Water System, Past & Present

• When: Sunday, September 14^th
• Presentation at 2PM
• Meet & greet reception with light refreshments to follow.
• Where: The Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake
•  Admission: Donation (includes Lecture and Admission to the Nature Center)
• Reservations are not needed. (There is a $10 per vehicle County Park Entrance Fee)

Come learn about the long history of water conservation in Santa Barbara as well as the city’s diverse water sources like Lake Cachuma, Gibraltar/Mission Tunnel, groundwater, desalination, and more.

Jasmine Showers will highlight the long history of water conservation in Santa Barbara as well as the City’s diverse water portfolio. The City of Santa Barbara has invested in developing water sources and manages one of the most diverse water portfolios in California. City water sources include Lake Cachuma, Gibraltar/Mission Tunnel, groundwater, State Water Project, desalination, and recycled water. The city also has a robust history of water conservation and relies on continued water conservation from customers to effectively manage the water supplies to meet demand. This presentation will provide an overview of each of the City’s water supply sources.

About Jasmine Showers

Water Resources Analyst, City of Santa Barbara, Public Works

Jasmine Showers is a Water Resources Analyst for the City of Santa Barbara. She has worked as part of the City’s Water Supply and Services Team for seven years and is passionate about water supply management. Jasmine graduated from UCSB’s Bren School of Environmental Science and Management with a master’s degree specialization in Water Resources Management. At the City of Santa Barbara, Jasmine works on water supply planning, monthly water production reporting and monitors monthly water consumption.

About The Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake

The Neal Taylor Nature Center (NTNC) is located within Cachuma Recreational Area in a picturesque old ranch house. Developed and operated by a corps of committed volunteers, it offers exhibits on the local valley and mountain environment for all ages, emphasizing hands-on exhibits for children of all ages.

The mission of the Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake is to encourage public understanding, enjoyment, and protection of Cachuma Lake, the Upper Santa Ynez River, and the San Rafael Mountain Range Watershed. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that runs completely on donations and grants.

Nature Center & Gift Store Hours

Thursday through Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Native Plant Garden Open 24/7

Admission: Donation