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Terlingua’s tourist season has started. Here’s why and how you can help conserve water on your visit.

It’s unclear how much water resides underneath this booming West Texas tourist haven. That makes conservation critical.

South Brewster County residents and tourists congregate on the porch of the Terlingua Trading Company in December.

Where is Terlingua?

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If it’s a desert, where does the water come from?

Why should people care about conserving water in the Terlingua area?

Why is water a concern?

Has the growth impacted water sources?

What is being done to address water concerns in this region?

What role can tourists play in water conservation?

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