McKinney Parks Foundation

McKinney Greens Volunteer Event 11/14/20, 8-11 AM
2020-11-14 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Please join us on Saturday, November 14 th at the McKinney Greens Park (formerly a Golf Course) for park maintenance. Help us turn this precious space into a nature preserve. The MPF will be installing benches and maintaining the landscape.
Parking is available on Stewart Road on the right in front of the entrance. The Stewart Rd. entrance can be accessed by turning off of Highway 5 (north of 121, south of El Dorado). Clean up begins at 10:40 so the events can end on time.
NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS are on site, please use the QT gas station on HWY 5. Poison Ivy is present in the park, so please dress with long pants and sleeves.
What will we be doing: McKinney Greens has recently become a property of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department. There are numerous activities that can be accomplished by citizen volunteers. Please arrive about 10 minutes early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
What to bring: Long pants, long sleeve shirt, insect repellent, work gloves, face covering, and water. The McKinney Parks Foundation will be supplying all necessary tools.

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Monthly Board Meeting 10/22/20
2020-10-22 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
The MPF board meets once month. Interested in getting involved with the board? The MPF is currently seeking a Treasurer. We meet at 7:30 PM on the patio of the Towne Lake Recreation Center. In the event of inclement weather, we will move inside.

Community Center Trail Maintenance Volunteer Day 10/17/20, 8-11 AM
2020-10-17 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
8:00 AM to 11:00 AM McKinney Community Center Trail

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time to sign a waiver and meet the group. Individuals needing to earn service hours can have their records signed by a board member at the conclusion of the event. Clean up begins around 10:40 AM so the event can finish on time.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. You will also need to have your own work gloves. All tools will be provided by the McKinney Parks Foundation. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water.
The trail is to the East of the McKinney Community Center parking lot at 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070. Parking is available at the Community Center. Restrooms are available at the Community Center.
The McKinney Parks Foundation provides trail maintenance in this area for the enjoyment of the community.

Community Center Trail Maintenance Day, 9/19/20 8-11 AM, NEW Date
2020-09-19 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States

McKinney Greens Volunteer Event, 8/22/20 8-11 AM NEW DATE
2020-08-22 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Please join us on Saturday, August 22nd at the McKinney Greens Park (formerly a Golf Course) for park maintenance. Help us turn this precious space into a nature preserve. The MPF will be installing benches and maintaining the landscape.
Parking is available on Stewart Road on the right in front of the entrance. The Stewart Rd. entrance can be accessed by turning off of Highway 5 (north of 121, south of El Dorado). Clean up begins at 10:40 so the events can end on time.
NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS are on site, please use the QT gas station on HWY 5. Poison Ivy is present in the park, so please dress with long pants and sleeves.
What will we be doing: McKinney Greens has recently become a property of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department. There are numerous activities that can be accomplished by citizen volunteers. Please arrive about 10 minutes early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
What to bring: Long pants, long sleeve shirt, insect repellent, work gloves, face covering, and water. The McKinney Parks Foundation will be supplying all necessary tools.

August Board Meeting
2020-07-30 19:30 - 20:30 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
We meet at the McKinney Community Center at 7:30 PM. Interested in serving on the board or a committee? Join us to learn more about the MPF and how you can help!
If weather permits, we will meet on the patio.

Erwin Park Trail Maintenance Event 7/11/20, 8-11 AM
2020-07-11 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | Erwin Park, 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX, 75071
The McKinney Parks Foundation provides trail maintenance in this area for the enjoyment of the community. MPF will be joining other service groups and organizations for a larger scale park and trail maintenance event. Park at the north parking lot and look for the MPF group and sign-in table.
What to bring: Gloves, bug spray, sunscreen, long sleeves, pants, closed-toe shoes, face covering, and water.
Volunteers are required to sign a waiver. Service groups may earn hours. This event ends on time, with clean-up beginning at 10:40 AM.

Erwin Park Address: 4300 County Road 1006, Mckinney, TX 75071

MPF Board Meeting
2020-06-25 19:30 - 20:30 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
We meet at the McKinney Community Center building at 7:00 PM.

2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070

6/20/2020 McKinney Parks Foundation Trail Maintenance Day
2020-06-20 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
8:00 AM to 11:00 AM McKinney Community Center Trail

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time to sign a waiver and meet the group. Individuals needing to earn service hours can have their records signed by a board member at the conclusion of the event. Clean up begins around 10:40 AM so the event can finish on time.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, and closed toed shoes or boots. You will also need to have your own work gloves. All tools will be provided by the McKinney Parks Foundation. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water.
The trail is to the East of the McKinney Community Center parking lot at 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070. Parking is available at the Community Center. Restrooms are available at the Community Center.
The McKinney Parks Foundation provides trail maintenance in this area for the enjoyment of the community.

CANCELLED - McKinney Parks Foundation Project Day - Erwin Park 4/25/2020
2020-04-25 08:00 - 13:00 UTC | Erwin Park, 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX, 75071
This event has been cancelled.

Date: Saturday, April 25th from 8:00AM to 1:00PM
Where: Meet in the upper parking lot of Erwin Park. Look for the popup Please arrive early so you can sign the waiver.
What will we be doing: The green will be in full effect, so there will be ample trimming, some digging, and as always some surprise RichFit for the uninitiated.
What do I need to wear: Please wear closed toed shoes, long pants, and long sleeve shirts. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. Poison ivy and chiggers are prevalent at Erwin Park.
What do I need to bring: We will prove hand tools. If you have any power equipment for trimming or leaf blowing, please bring it, but you will not be allowed to participate without the proper protective gear including eye protection. There will be drinks provided.
Additional information: Trail Steward, Rich Szecsy, 214-202-1379 szecsy1@sbcglobal.net
Notice: Water at Erwin Park is turned off for the fall/winter. This means restrooms are closed. Weather permitting, it will be turned back on in the spring.

CANCELLED: McKinney Greens Work Day 3/21/20
2020-03-21 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Update: This event has been cancelled. Please check back at a later time for future event listings.

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Please join us on Saturday, March 21th at the McKinney Greens Park (formerly a Golf Course) for park maintenance. Help us turn this precious space into a nature preserve. Parking is available on Stewart Road on the right in front of the entrance. The Stewart Rd. entrance can be accessed by turning off of Highway 5 (north of 121, south of El Dorado). Clean up begins at 10:40 so the events can end on time.
NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS are on site, please use the QT gas station on HWY 5. Poison Ivy is present in the park, so please dress with long pants and sleeves.
What will we be doing: McKinney Greens has recently become a property of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department. There are numerous activities that can be accomplished by citizen volunteers. Please arrive about early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
What to bring: Long pants, long sleeve shirt, insect repellent, work gloves, and water. The McKinney Parks Foundation will be supplying all necessary tools.

McKinney Community Center Trail Maintenance 2/15/20
2020-02-15 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
Join us on February 15th from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM for trail maintenance. The trail is to the East of the McKinney Community Center parking lot at 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070. Parking is available at the Community Center. Restrooms are available at the Community Center.
The McKinney Parks Foundation provides trail maintenance in this area for the enjoyment of the community.
What to bring: Gloves, bug spray, sunscreen, long sleeves, pants, closed-toe shoes, and water.
Volunteers are required to sign a waiver. Service groups may earn hours. This event ends on time, with clean-up beginning at 10:40 AM.

Community Center Trail Maintenance 1/18/20
2020-01-18 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
Join us on January 18th from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM for trail maintenance. The trail is to the East of the McKinney Community Center parking lot at 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070. Parking is available at the Community Center. Restrooms are available at the Community Center.
The McKinney Parks Foundation provides trail maintenance in this area for the enjoyment of the community.
What to bring: Gloves, bug spray, sunscreen, long sleeves, pants, closed-toe shoes, and water.
Volunteers are required to sign a waiver. Service groups may earn hours. This event ends on time, with clean-up beginning at 10:40 AM.

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McKinney Greens Park Work Day 12/14/19
2019-12-14 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Please join us on Saturday, December 14th at the McKinney Greens Park (formerly a Golf Course) for park maintenance. Help us turn this precious space into a nature preserve. Parking is available on Stewart Road on the right in front of the entrance. The Stewart Rd. entrance can be accessed by turning off of Highway 5 (north of 121, south of El Dorado). Clean up begins at 10:40 so the events can end on time.
NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS are on site, please use the QT gas station on HWY 5. Poison Ivy is present in the park, so please dress with long pants and sleeves.
What will we be doing: McKinney Greens has recently become a property of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department. There are numerous activities that can be accomplished by citizen volunteers. Please arrive about early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
What to bring: Long pants, long sleeve shirt, insect repellent, work gloves, and water. The McKinney Parks Foundation will be supplying all necessary tools.

Nature Trail Maintenance & Bench Installation 11/9/19
2019-11-09 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
Join us on November 9th from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM for trail maintenance and bench installation. The trail is to the East of the McKinney Community Center parking lot at 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070. Parking is available at the Community Center. Restrooms are available at the Community Center.
The McKinney Parks Foundation provides trail maintenance in this area for the enjoyment of the community.
What to bring: Gloves, bug spray, sunscreen, long sleeves, pants, closed-toe shoes, and water.
Volunteers are required to sign a waiver. Service groups may earn hours. This event ends on time, with clean-up beginning at 10:40 AM.

Project Day 5/18 at The McKinney Greens
2019-05-18 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
We need volunteers to help with trail maintenance and installation of picnic tables.
What will we be doing: McKinney Greens has recently become a property of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department. There are numerous activities that can be accomplished by citizen volunteers. The first step will be to work on the reclamation of sidewalks from vegetation overgrowth and flood debris. Please arrive about 20min early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
What will I need to bring: Long pants, long sleeve shirt, insect repellant, work gloves, and anything for hydration purposes. The McKinney Parks Foundation will be supplying all necessary tools.
Who is the sponsoring organization: McKinney Parks Foundation (www.mckinneyparksfoundation.org)

Project Day at the McKinney Greens 4/27/2019
2019-04-20 08:00 - 2019-04-27 11:00 (America/Chicago) | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Work day event
What: Volunteer opportunity at the McKinney Greens Preserve in McKinney, Texas
When: Saturday, April 27th from 8:00AM to 11:00AM

What will we be doing: McKinney Greens has recently become a property of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department. There are numerous activities that can be accomplished by citizen volunteers. The first step will be to work on the reclamation of sidewalks from vegetation overgrowth and flood debris. Please arrive about 20min early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.

What will I need to bring: Long pants, long sleeve shirt, insect repellant, work gloves, and anything for hydration purposes. The McKinney Parks Foundation will be supplying all necessary tools.

Who is the sponsoring organization: McKinney Parks Foundation (www.mckinneyparksfoundation.org)

Community Center Volunteer Trail Workday
2019-03-09 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
What: Volunteer Trail Workday with the McKinney Parks Foundation

Where: McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070

When: Saturday, March 9th from 8:00AM to 11:00AM

What will we be doing: Various parts of the trail system will need clearing for the positioning of new picnic tables and concrete benches. Additional work will involve clearing and trimming sections of the trail damaged by the flooding this past Fall.

What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, and closed toed shoes or boots. You will also need to have your own work gloves. All tools will be provided by the McKinney Parks Foundation.

Volunteer at the McKinney Greens
2019-02-09 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Greens, McKinney, TX, United States
What: Volunteer opportunity at the McKinney Green park in McKinney, Texas

When: Saturday, February 9th from 8:00AM to 11:00AM

What will we be doing: McKinney Greens has recently become a property of the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department. It is not scheduled for funding until 2021. However, there are numerous activities that will need to be done leading up to that point. The majority of which can be accomplished by citizen volunteers. The first step will work on the reclamation of sidewalks from vegetation overgrowth and flood debris. Please arrive about 20min early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.

What will I need to bring: Long pants, long sleeve shirt, insect repellant, work gloves, and anything for hydration purposes. The McKinney Parks Foundation will be supplying all necessary tools.

Who is the sponsoring organization: McKinney Parks Foundation (www.mckinneyparksfoundation.org)

Community Center Trail Workday
2018-11-10 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
What: Volunteer opportunity at the Community Center trail in McKinney, Texas
When: Saturday, November 10th from 8:00AM to 11:00AM. We will start at 8:00AM. Please arrive early by about 20 minutes to sign a waiver and get a safety check.
Where: 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070
What will we be doing: The Community Center has a 1.5 mile nature trail that is entirely maintained by volunteers. The recent rain and flooding has eroded and impacted the trail. Additionally, the trail corridor has not been trimmed or maintained because of the rain. Please arrive about 20min early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
What will I need to bring: Long pants, long sleeve shirt, insect repellant, work gloves, and anything for hydration purposes. The McKinney Parks Foundation will be supplying all necessary tools.
Who is the sponsoring organization: McKinney Parks Foundation (www.mckinneyparksfoundation.org)
Questions: Please contact Rich Szecsy, szecsy1@sbcglobal.net, 214-202-1379

Community Center Trail Cleanup
2018-09-15 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
What: Partner with the Parks (Project #3) Community Center Trail Cleanup
When: McKinney Parks Foundation
When: Saturday, September 15th, 8:00AM to 11:00AM
Where: McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070
What are we doing: The natural trails surrounding the Community Center are in need of clean up and trimming. In partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department, we will be cleaning and removing fallen trees, branches, as well as using loppers and shears to trim back the early spring growth.
What do I need to wear: Please wear long pants, long sleeve shirts, a hat, and bring gloves. Closed toes shoes must be worn.
What do I need to bring: Only fluids to keep yourself hydrated along with your preferred insect repellent. The McKinney Parks Foundation will supply tools, a waiver, and the initial safety discussion at the start of the event.
For more information please contact: Rich Szecsy
Since the McKinney Parks Foundation is a registered Texas non-profit, all volunteer hours will be considered credible volunteer hours, and if you are in need of certifications for those hours, please bring your forms to the event.

Community Center Trail Cleanup
2018-07-07 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
What: Partner with the Parks (Project #2) Community Center Trail Cleanup
When: McKinney Parks Foundation
When: Saturday, July 7th, 8:00AM to 11:00AM
Where: McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070
What are we doing: The natural trails surrounding the Community Center are in need of clean up and trimming. In partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department, we will be cleaning and removing fallen trees, branches, as well as using loppers and shears to trim back the early spring growth.
What do I need to wear: Please wear long pants, long sleeve shirts, a hat, and bring gloves. Closed toes shoes must be worn.
What do I need to bring: Only fluids to keep yourself hydrated along with your preferred insect repellent. The McKinney Parks Foundation will supply tools, a waiver, and the initial safety discussion at the start of the event.
For more information please contact: Rich Szecsy
Since the McKinney Parks Foundation is a registered Texas non-profit, all volunteer hours will be considered credible volunteer hours, and if you are in need of certifications for those hours, please bring your forms to the event.

Community Center Trail Cleanup
2018-05-19 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
What: McKinney Parks Foundation Community Center Trail Cleanup
When: Saturday, May 19th, 8:00AM to 11:00AM
Where: McKinney Community Center, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070
What are we doing: The natural trails surrounding the Community Center are in need of clean up and trimming. In partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department, we will be cleaning and removing fallen trees, branches, as well as using loppers and shears to trim back the early spring growth.
What do I need to wear: Please wear long pants, long sleeve shirts, a hat, and bring gloves. Closed toes shoes must be worn.
What do I need to bring: Only fluids to keep yourself hydrated along with your preferred insect repellent. The McKinney Parks Foundation will supply tools, a waiver, and the initial safety discussion at the start of the event.
For more information please contact: Rick Moreno
Since the McKinney Parks Foundation is a registered Texas non-profit, all volunteer hours will be considered credible volunteer hours, and if you are in need of certifications for those hours, please bring your forms to the event.

MPF Board Meeting
2018-04-23 19:30 - 20:30 UTC
Monthly MPF Board Meeting. All are welcome.

It's My Park Day
2018-03-03
