Towne Lake Nature Trail Volunteer Workday
2023-08-19 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | Recreation Center at Towne Lake, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, 75070, United States
Towne Lake Nature Trail Volunteer Workday
When: Saturday, August 19th, 2023 8 AM – 11 AM
Where: Towne Lake Nature Trail, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070, The trail is to the East of the McKinney Recreation Center’s parking lot. Parking and restrooms are available at the Recreation Center at Towne Lake.
Look for our tent for sign in!
What we will be doing: Using trimmers to clear the trail of overgrowth, track pickup, clean the picnic areas, remove fallen debris on the trail. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, etc. To use power tools, you’ll have to complete MPF Safety Orientation. Click here to view the regulations.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eyewear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

Erwin Park Volunteer Workday
2023-09-09 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Erwin Park, 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX, 75071
Erwin Park Volunteer Workday
Where: Erwin Park, 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX 75071
When: September 9th, 2023. 8:00 AM – NOON
Parking is available on site and will be parked.
What to bring: bring a signed waiver, click here to fill out and print. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves, for this activity, hand clippers are ideal, so please bring some along marked with your name. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eye wear and sound protection is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours. Please see our Safety Guidelines for more information.
What we will be doing: Erwin Park experienced a beautiful blooming Spring and Summer and many plants have gone to seed. The McKinney Parks Foundation and Erwin Park MTB plan to come together with the help of dedicated Texas Master Naturalists to remove plant dead heads and invasive plants. Prior training is not needed as we will be teaching the difference and needs of both native and invasive plants the day of. Any needed trail work will be a possible volunteer activity as well.
Please arrive about 10 minutes early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.

McKinney Greens Tree Maintenance Volunteer Workday
2023-09-23 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Greens, McKinney, TX, United States
McKinney Greens Tree Maintenance Workday
Where: McKinney Greens Park, 798 Stewart Rd McKinney, TX 75069 United States
When: September 23rd, 2023. 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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).
What to bring: bring a signed waiver, click here to fill out and print. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eyewear and sound protection is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours. Please see our Safety Guidelines for more information.
What we will be doing: Tree care by checking in on the trees planted during the Restore the Canopy Tree Planting Event in 2021. Trees may need to be pushed upright, tall grass areas trimmed, etc. Including trash collection and path maintenance.
NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS are on site, please use the QT gas station on HWY
Please arrive about 10 minutes early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Parking Map Below:

Gray Branch Parkland Volunteer Workday
2023-10-21 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | Gray Branch Park, 1299 Gray Branch Rd, McKinney, 75069, United States
Gray Branch Parkland Volunteer Workday
Where: Gray Branch Parkland, Gray Branch Rd, McKinney, TX 75071
When: Saturday, October 21st, 8-11 AM
What we will be doing: We’ll be clearing the trail of overgrowth, performing trash pickup, and removing fallen debris on trails, removing stumps, marking potential dangers along the nature path, and applying trail markings. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, etc. To use power tools, you’ll have to complete MPF Safety Orientation. Click here to view the regulations.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eye wear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings, shorts, or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

Erwin Park Tree Planting, ‘Shade the Trail’
2023-11-04 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | Erwin Park, 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX, 75071
Where: Erwin Park, 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX 75071
When: November 4th, 2023. 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Parking is available on site and will be marked.
What we will be doing: Erwin Park is amidst change as many areas nearby the park are being developed. To help keep the trails comfortable for walking, we plan to shade the new trail by planting trees. This is thanks to the City of McKinney’s Park and Recreation Department, Development Department and their Tree Restoration funding. Trees are beneficial for wildlife, increase the canopy (reducing heat) and increase privacy of walking trails.
We will be planting trees, this would include labor like digging or filling holes and mulching. There will be about 75 trees to plant, 30 – 45 gallon size trees. Any needed trail work will be a possible volunteer activity as well if there is time after the planting. To view the many ongoing projects at the park, please check out this Google Earth Map of Erwin Park Trail Reroutes & Tree Planting
What to bring: bring a signed waiver, click here to fill out and print. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves, for this activity. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. If you bring your own tools, including trowels or shovels, please have them marked so we know they are yours. Please see our Safety Guidelines for more information.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings, shorts, or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
How to sign up: RSVP is available through Volunteer McKinney. RSVP is necessary to attend, please account for all members of your group when signing up. Sign up is limited and necessary to attend this event. Those who do not sign up may not plant a tree, but other work is needed along Erwin Park trails.
Click here to RSVP / sign up to help plant trees via Volunteer McKinney: https://volunteermckinney.galaxydigital.com/event/detail/?event_id=96947
Some specific roles are needing volunteer help during this event. These volunteers will arrive earlier than 8, around 7 – 7:30 am. Sign up for these positions is on SignUpGenius. These volunteers will still get to plant trees! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C45A9AD22ABF58-45439249-erwin
Please arrive about 10 minutes early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.

December Board Meeting
2023-12-14 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
December Board Meeting
December 14th, 2023, 7:30 PM
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend.
e-mail Greg Smith to save you a seat!
lg.smith2412@att.net

January Board Meeting
2024-01-18 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
Board Meeting
January 18th, 2023, 7:30 PM
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend.
e-mail Greg Smith to save you a seat!
lg.smith2412@att.net

McKinney Greens Volunteer Workday [RESCHEDULED]
2024-01-20 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
McKinney Greens Volunteer Workday
Where: McKinney Greens Park, 798 Stewart Rd McKinney, TX 75069 United States
When: January 20th, 2024 8 – 11 AM *
What we will be doing: We will be preforming tree care by checking in on the trees planted during the Restore the Canopy Tree Planting Event in 2021. Trees may need to be pushed upright, tall grass areas trimmed, litter picked up, etc. We will also be clearing riparian areas of tall reeds and other aggressive under-story which is not conducive to a healthy creekside.
There are also remnants of the Interurban Railway that once used to connect the City of McKinney to surrounding towns. We will be checking in on these & preforming any sort of maintenance needed to help these historical landmarks be visible and clean. Please read about the Interurban Railway by clicking here.
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 Eldorado).
What to bring: bring a signed waiver, click here to fill out and print. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves for this activity. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. If you bring your own tools, including trowels or shovels, please have them marked with your name and contact information. Please see our Safety Guidelines for more information.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings, shorts, or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS are on site, please use the QT gas station on HWY 5
Please arrive about 10 minutes early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Parking Map Below, note parking is marked by the green box. It is on the right-hand side of the road adjacent to the park. Look for our tent to sign in, near parking.

*Please note, this event was originally scheduled for December 16th, 2023, and due to inclement weather has been rescheduled.

February Board Meeting
2024-02-15 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
Board Meeting
February 15th, 2024, 7:30 PM
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend.
e-mail Greg Smith to save you a seat!
lg.smith2412@att.net

Gray Branch Volunteer Workday
2024-02-17 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | Gray Branch Park, 1299 Gray Branch Rd, McKinney, 75069, United States
Gray Branch Parkland Volunteer Workday
Where: Gray Branch Parkland, Gray Branch Rd, McKinney, TX 75071
When: Saturday, February 17th 2024, 8-11 AM
What we will be doing: We’ll be clearing the trail, performing trash pickup, and removing fallen debris and trash on trails, removing stumps, marking potential dangers along the nature path, and applying trail markings. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, etc. To use power tools, you’ll have to complete MPF Safety Orientation. Click here to view the regulations.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eye wear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings, shorts, or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteer workdays are open to all members are the public. Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the end of the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

Annual Kick-Off
2024-02-22 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | TUPPS Brewery, 402 E Louisiana St Building 2, McKinney, Texas, 75069, United States
Celebrate the accomplishments of 2023 with us at our Annual Kick Off –
When: February 22nd, 2024, 6 PM start
Where: (new) TUPPS Brewery, 402 E Louisiana St, McKinney, TX 75069
What: Tour the TUPPS Campus and East McKinney Learning Garden. Celebrate what made 2023 special – YOU!
Please register if you plan to attend.
TUPPS will donate 10% of all proceeds from this event back to the East McKinney Learning Garden.
Read about the East McKinney Learning Garden here.
See McKinney Parks Foundation 2023 Highlights here.
Flyer for EMLG TUPPS MPF event

March Board Meeting
2024-03-21 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
Board Meeting
March 21st, 2024, 7:30 PM
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend.
e-mail Greg Smith to save you a seat!
lg.smith2412@att.net

CANCELED Towne Lake Nature Trail Volunteer Workday
2024-03-23 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | Recreation Center at Towne Lake, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, 75070, United States
CANCELED
This event has been rained out. Please join us for our next event in April or one of our Trash Offs. More Details to come soon. Remember to stay off of muddy trails.
RESCHEDULED Towne Lake Nature Trail Volunteer Workday
When: Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 8 AM – 11 AM
Please note this workday has been rescheduled due to rain. When trails are muddy they should not be walked on – walking on muddy trails creates uneven surfaces and can compact soil or cause excessive erosion depending on the damage done.
Where: Towne Lake Nature Trail, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070, The trail is to the East of the McKinney Recreation Center’s parking lot. Parking and restrooms are available at the Recreation Center at Towne Lake.
Look for our tent for sign in!
What we will be doing: Using trimmers to clear the trail of overgrowth, track pickup, clean the picnic areas, remove fallen debris on the trail. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, etc. This park experiences graffiti often, if you’re interested in helping clean graffiti, please bring tools like a bucket, water, cleaning gloves, soap, rags, scrubbing brushes / graffiti cleaning kit.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eyewear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

Webb Elementary School Garden Clean-up and Reestablishment
2024-03-23 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | Webb Elementary, 810 E Louisiana St, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Webb Elementary is the first Elementary School to benefit from our Elementary School Garden initiative. This initiative will build on our journey with McKinney Roots and the East McKinney Learning Gardens and begin to create school gardens that will enhance the learning of our elementary students. Our goal is to connect our students and community by developing school gardens where students can connect their learning in math, science and STEAM to real world applications. Our gardens will serve as a means of collaboration, problem solving and connection for our students.
At Webb Elementary we will be reestablishing our gardens! We want to clean-up the garden beds, restain them and the benches so the outside courtyard is an inviting extension of the classrooms.

Volunteering Details

Registration REQUIRED and space is LIMITED sign up on Volunteer McKinney: Webb Elementary School Garden Clean-up and Reestablishment | Volunteer McKinney (galaxydigital.com)
What to bring: Work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
More information
Best suited for volunteers ages 8 and older
This event is Family Friendly
Register by Mar 22, 2024
This is an outdoor volunteer workday
This is a wheelchair accessible workday
WE WILL BE CLEANING OUT GARDEN BEDS, STAINING, PUTTING FRESH MULCH DOWN AND GENERALLY CLEANING UP AND PLANTING A NEW GARDEN

Erwin Park Volunteer Workday
2024-04-13 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Erwin Park, 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX, 75071
Erwin Park Volunteer Workday

When: Saturday, April 13th, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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.
This event is in association with Erwin Park MTB and DORBA.
Where: Erwin Park 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX 75071
What we will be doing: This workday will consist of maintenance on the Skills Course Area at Erwin Park and in some high-need areas needing to clear the trail of overgrowth, trash pickup, remove fallen debris on trails. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, grabbers, etc. To use power tools, you’ll have to complete MPF Safety Orientation.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form.

Water, sunscreen, bug spray, work gloves.
Rakes/shovels/hoes (supplied by MPF and Erwin Park MTB, tool donations gladly accepted)
Power tools, battery operated, for trail maintenance. Protective eyewear.

If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
The McKinney Parks Foundation has partnered with Erwin Park MTB for this Volunteer Workday and is proud to aid in the assistance of Erwin Parks growing needs.
Parking will marked with signage on the volunteer day.
Please note this volunteer workday is best for experienced volunteers and volunteers over the age of 10.
Please note Erwin Park is a dog friendly park.
RSVP so we know you’ll be there.

April Board Meeting
2024-04-18 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
April Board Meeting
April 18th, 2024, 7:30 PM
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend.
e-mail Greg Smith to save you a seat!
lg.smith2412@att.net

Canceled - Trash-Off: Towne Lake - Wilson Creek
2024-04-27 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Recreation Center at Towne Lake, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, 75070, United States
Trash-Off: Towne Lake – Wilson Creek
Unfortunately, due to expected severe weather, this volunteer event is canceled. Please stay off of muddy trails and stay safe.
When: Saturday, April 27th, 2024 9 AM

Where: Towne Lake 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070, The trail is to the East of the McKinney Recreation Center’s parking lot. Parking and restrooms are available at the Recreation Center at Towne Lake.
We will be on-site promptly at 9 AM and leave to perform the clean-up at 9:10 AM.
What we will be doing: This will strictly be a Clean-Up event. Trash will be collected along and within Wilson Creek.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own mud boots or waders. Please do not sign up for this event if you are unequipped to enter the water. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. DO NOT wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
To volunteer with this event, you must RSVP. Registration is limited.
Register through: Volunteer McKinney
This is an event coinciding with the City of McKinney’s Office of Environmental Sustainability. The McKinney Parks Foundation is hosting limited volunteer events to pick up trash at sites we regularly visit throughout the year to help keep our waterways clean.
To participate in the Trash-Off with your group, please coordinate with the Office of Environmental Sustainability by emailing green@mckinneytexas.org

Canceled - Trash-Off: Towne Lake Nature Trails
2024-04-27 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Towne Lake Common Area, 1401 Wilson Creek Pkwy, MCKINNEY, TX, 75069, United States
Trash-Off: Towne Lake Common Areas
Unfortunately, due to expected severe weather, this volunteer event is canceled. Please stay off of muddy trails and stay safe.
When: Saturday, April 27th, 2024 9 AM

Where: Towne Lake Nature Trail, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070, The trail is to the East of the McKinney Recreation Center’s parking lot. Parking and restrooms are available at the Recreation Center at Towne Lake.
We will be on-site promptly at 9 AM and leave to perform the clean-up at 9:10 AM.
What we will be doing: This will strictly be a Clean-Up event. Trash will be collected in the community areas of the park, like the walking trail, roadside, by the pond, and next to brush.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours. If you are allergic to certain kinds of plastic gloves, please bring gloves to accommodate that allergy, as we may not be equipped to provide for all allergies.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed-toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Do not wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
To volunteer with this event, you must RSVP. Registration is limited.
Register through: Volunteer McKinney
This is an event coinciding with the City of McKinney’s Office of Environmental Sustainability. The McKinney Parks Foundation is hosting limited volunteer events to pick up trash at sites we regularly visit throughout the year to help keep our waterways clean.
To participate in the Trash-Off with your group, please coordinate with the Office of Environmental Sustainability by emailing green@mckinneytexas.org

Canceled - Trash-Off: McKinney Greens
2024-04-27 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Trash-Off: McKinney Greens
Unfortunately, due to expected severe weather, this volunteer event is canceled. Please stay off of muddy trails and stay safe.
When: Saturday, April 27th, 2024 9 AM

Where: McKinney Greens Park, 798 Stewart Rd McKinney, TX 75069 United States
We will be on-site promptly at 9 AM and leave to perform the clean-up at 9:10 AM.
What we will be doing: This will strictly be a Clean-Up event. Trash will be collected along Wilson Creek.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own mud boots or waders. Please do not sign up for this event if you are unequipped to enter the water. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. DO NOT wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
To volunteer with this event, you must RSVP. Registration is limited.
Register through: Volunteer McKinney
Parking Map Below, note parking is marked by the green box. It is on the right-hand side of the road adjacent to the park. Look for our tent to sign in, near parking.

This is an event coinciding with the City of McKinney’s Office of Environmental Sustainability. The McKinney Parks Foundation is hosting limited volunteer events to pick up trash at sites we regularly visit throughout the year to help keep our waterways clean.
To participate in the Trash-Off with your group, please coordinate with the Office of Environmental Sustainability by emailing green@mckinneytexas.org

May Board Meeting
2024-05-16 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
Board Meeting
May 16th, 2024, 7:30 PM
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend.
e-mail Greg Smith to save you a seat!
lg.smith2412@att.net

Canceled: Historic Interurban Railway Trail Workday
2024-05-18 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | Historic Interurban Railway, 301 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
Canceled: Historic Interurban Railway Trail Workday
Unfortunately, this workday is located in a floodplain meaning the recent rains have made this workday too dangerous to perform. Please join us on June 1st – our next planned Volunteer Workday.
Where: The easement between businesses and McKinney Greens Park, divided by Wilson Creek. This is along Eldorado Parkway near McDonald Street. Go to this address and pull into the backlot for parking: 301 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75069
Look for our tent for sign in!
When: Saturday, May 18th, 2024, 8 AM – 11 AM
What we will be doing: The Historic Interurban Railway (HIR) has slowly been uncovered throughout McKinney by the efforts of the McKinney Parks Foundation and McKinney Parks and Recreation. The ultimate goal is to make historic landmarks of the HIR accessible to the public along McKinney trail systems. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, grabbers, etc. To use power tools, you’ll have to complete MPF Safety Orientation. Click here to view the regulations.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eyewear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

Canceled - Bonnie Wenk Volunteer Workday
2024-06-01 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Bonnie Wenk, 2996 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney, TX, 75071, United States
Canceled – Bonnie Wenk Volunteer Workday
Due to recent heavy rain, many parts of Bonnie Wenk are flooded & this volunteer event has been canceled. Read about the importance of staying off of muddy trails.

Where: Bonnie Wenk Park, 2996 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75071
Look for our tent for sign-in!
When: Saturday, June 1st, 2024, 8 AM – 10 AM
What we will be doing: Celebrate McKinney’s amazing trail system at Bonnie Wenk! For National Trail Appreciation Day, spruce up McKinney’s nationally recognized trail – Wilson Creek Trail. This workday will overlap with the celebration at the Park. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, grabbers, etc. To use power tools, you’ll have to complete MPF Safety Orientation. Click here to view the regulations.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eyewear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings, shorts, or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Where to Park: We’ll be working on the southeast side of the Park. We recommend parking near the pond, in the lot closest to Virginia Parkway. Map below.

Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

Towne Lake Nature Trail Workday
2024-06-15 08:00 - 11:00 UTC | Recreation Center at Towne Lake, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, 75070, United States
Towne Lake Nature Trail Workday
When: Saturday, June 15th, 2024, 8 AM – 11 AM
Where: Towne Lake Nature Trail, 2001 S Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070, The trail is to the East of the McKinney Recreation Center’s parking lot. Parking and restrooms are available at the Recreation Center at Towne Lake.
Look for our tent for sign in!
What we will be doing: Using trimmers to clear the trail of overgrowth, track pickup, clean the picnic areas, remove fallen debris on the trail. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, etc. This park experiences graffiti often, if you’re interested in helping clean graffiti, please bring tools like a bucket, water, cleaning gloves, soap, rags, scrubbing brushes / graffiti cleaning kit.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eyewear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

June Board Meeting
2024-06-20 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
Board Meeting
June 20th, 2024, 7:30 PM
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend.
e-mail Greg Smith to save you a seat!
lg.smith2412@att.net

McKinney Green Gardens Workday
2024-06-22 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | McKinney Green Gardens, 3339 Alma Rd, McKinney, TX, 75070, United States
McKinney Green Gardens Workday
When: Saturday, June 22nd, 2024, 8 AM – 11 AM
Where: McKinney Green Gardens at Gabe Nesbitt Park, 3339 Alma Rd, McKinney, TX 75070, between the water tower and Hillsdale Drive.
Parking is available adjacent to the Garden and overflow parking & restrooms are available at The Courts McKinney Pickleball and Tennis Center (next to the Garden)
Sign in will take place in the Garden’s center pavilion.
What we will be doing: This Garden is in need of attention in the form of weed pulling, trenching, tilling, and spreading mulch. The Gardens purpose, once back in shape, is to educate the community on native and drought tolerant plants. We are excited to partner with the City of McKinney’s Parks and Recreation Department and Office of Environmental Sustainability to bring this Garden to life.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eyewear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. Wheelbarrows are recommended to bring to help spread mulch. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Parking Map Below:

Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

July Board Meeting
2024-07-18 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
July Board Meeting
Thursday, July 18th, 2024 at 7:30 PM.
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend. Board Member positions are open.
If you plan to attend a Board Meeting, please e-mail Vice President, Greg Smith, to save you a seat.
lg.smith2412@att.net

Gray Branch Volunteer Workday
2024-07-20 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Gray Branch Park, 1299 Gray Branch Rd, McKinney, 75069, United States
Gray Branch Parkland Volunteer Workday
Where: Gray Branch Parkland, Gray Branch Rd, McKinney, TX 75071
When: Saturday, July 20th 2024, 8-11 AM
What we will be doing: We’ll be clearing the trail, performing trash pickup, and removing fallen debris and trash on trails, removing stumps, marking potential dangers along the nature path, and applying trail markings. Tools available will include weed whackers, backpack blowers, loppers, shovels, etc. To use power tools, you’ll have to complete MPF Safety Orientation. Click here to view the regulations.
What to bring: Print the volunteer waiver and bring it with you. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. Protective eye wear is recommended if you plan to be cutting branches or operating some of the cutting tools. If you bring your own tools, please have them marked as such so we know they are yours.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings, shorts, or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for waiver sign-in and team assignments.
Volunteer workdays are open to all members are the public. Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the end of the event.
Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there.

Trails Day Event | Bonnie Wenk Park
2024-07-27 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Bonnie Wenk, 2996 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney, TX, 75071, United States
Celebrate McKinney Trails!
Join us at Bonnie Wenk Park on Saturday, July 27, from 8 to 11 a.m. to celebrate the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day (rescheduled from June 1). The event will take place near the amphitheater.
Enjoy free activities for all ages, including:

Trail safety area
Bike repair
Scavenger hunt
Guided Trail Walk with the McKinney Parks Foundation
Frozen Treat Trucks

Kona Ice at All-Abilities Playground
Dippin Dots at the parking lot by the Amphitheater
Whip & Treats by the Fitness Court

Don’t miss out on the fun! Follow McKinney Parks and Recreation on Facebook for updates.

August Board Meeting
2024-08-15 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Eldorado Country Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX, 75072, United States
August Board Meeting
Thursday, August 15th, 2024 at 7:30 PM.
Eldorado County Club, 2604 Country Club Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
These meetings are open to the public to attend. Board Member positions are open.
If you plan to attend a Board Meeting, please e-mail Vice President, Greg Smith, to save you a seat.
lg.smith2412@att.net

McKinney Greens Volunteer Workday
2024-08-17 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | McKinney Greens, 798 Stewart Rd, McKinney, TX, 75069, United States
McKinney Greens Volunteer Workday
Where: McKinney Greens Park, 798 Stewart Rd McKinney, TX 75069 United States
When: August 17th, 2024, 8 – 11 AM
What we will be doing: We will be performing tree care by checking in on the trees planted during the Restore the Canopy Tree Planting Event in 2021. Trees may need to be pushed upright, tall grass areas trimmed, litter picked up, etc. We will also be clearing riparian areas of tall reeds and other aggressive under-story which is not conducive to a healthy creekside.
There are also remnants of the Interurban Railway that once used to connect the City of McKinney to surrounding towns. We will be checking in on these & preforming any sort of maintenance needed to help these historical landmarks be visible and clean. Please read about the Interurban Railway by clicking here.
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 Eldorado).
What to bring: bring a signed waiver, click here to fill out and print. Participants under age 18 need to have a guardian or parent sign the form. You will also need to have your own work gloves for this activity. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. If you bring your own tools, including trowels or shovels, please have them marked with your name and contact information. Please see our Safety Guidelines for more information.
What do I wear: Long pants, long sleeves, face covering, and closed toed shoes or boots. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Please do not wear leggings, shorts, or other thin material which is not protective on your body.
NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS are on site, please use the QT gas station on HWY 5
Please arrive about 10 minutes early for a safety orientation, waiver sign in, and team assignments.
Volunteers can earn service hours for their school group, troop, or club. See a member of the McKinney Parks Foundation to have your volunteer forms signed at the event.
Parking Map Below, note parking is marked by the green box. It is on the right-hand side of the road adjacent to the park. Look for our tent to sign in, near parking.
