The Trail Conservancy continues to improve floodplain health by installing and maintaining green stormwater infrastructure (rain gardens) along the Trail. These structures reduce the impact of heavy storm flows and improve water infiltration. Volunteers will learn about rain gardens, their importance to our Trail, and...
Every year, SXSW and Austin Resource Recovery team up to help divert material from the landfill and keep the event clean. In an effort to host a Zero Waste event, Austin Resource Recovery is seeking volunteers to help collect and dispose of event material at...
In the past, Spring Festival Season in Austin generated almost 250,000 pounds of trash and recyclable material. In an effort to maintain and return the city back to its normal landscape, Austin Resource Recovery is seeking volunteers to help with litter maintenance and poster/flyer removal. Austin Resource...
Join in spreading mulch to restore, enhance, and protect the soil on the Hike and Bike Trail! Soil health is the foundation of ecology. The soil restoration events will consist of mulch spreading, aeration of turf areas, amending areas with compost, and establishment of vegetation...
Join Shoal Creek Conservancy as we remove litter and recyclables from Shoal Creek and the Trail. All tools and supplies will be provided, but please bring water and snacks if needed. All ages are welcome, with supervision. Please wear close-toed shoes, long pants, and dress...
Join in spreading mulch to restore, enhance, and protect the soil on the Hike and Bike Trail! Soil health is the foundation of ecology. The soil restoration events will consist of mulch spreading, aeration of turf areas, amending areas with compost, and establishment of vegetation...
The City of Austin is constructing a brand new rain garden at the intersection of Shoal Creek Boulevard and Great Oaks Parkway. This rain garden will help to capture and filter stormwater before it enters Shoal Creek. We need your help to plant the new...
Join us on Friday, April 19 for our third annual community wide Earth Day lake and land clean up along Lady Bird Lake! Volunteers will have the option to launch from one of three locations: Rowing Dock (West end), Epic SUP (East end), and on...
Join Shoal Creek Conservancy as we remove litter and recyclables from Shoal Creek and the Trail. All tools and supplies will be provided, but please bring water and snacks if needed. All ages are welcome, with supervision. Please wear close-toed shoes, long pants, and dress...
Each April, Keep Austin Beautiful mobilizes thousands of volunteers for an incredible day of community service throughout the Greater Austin Area in honor of Earth Month. In 2023, over 2,200 volunteers participated in cleanups throughout all ten city council districts, removing litter and restoring our beloved...
