Opportunities From: Volunteer McKinney

Description

Where: Erwin Park 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX 75071

When: Saturday, September 13th, 2025, 8am – 11am

What we will be doing: We’ll be clearing the trail, clearing areas around planted trees, 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 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, and closed-toe 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.

Parking can be found next to the skills bike course

Volunteer workdays are open to all members of 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 so we can email you if weather conditions change.

Help us grow, build, and maintain McKinney’s green spaces! 

The McKinney Parks Foundation is a volunteer-driven nonprofit dedicated to improving park spaces, maintaining trails, planting trees and wildflowers, and enhancing public access to nature. We are also launching the East McKinney Learning Garden, where volunteers will help educate the community and address food insecurity through sustainable gardening.

How You Can Help: Visit our Amazon Wishlist to donate tools that directly support these efforts! Your organization's name or family name can be labeled on the donated tool. After purchasing, please email us at mckinneyparksfoundation@gmail.com so we can add your name to the handle.

Why Do We Need These Tools?

Trail & Park Maintenance: Supports volunteers in maintaining bike trails, walking paths, and natural areas.Tree & Wildflower Planting: Helps expand green spaces and increase pollinator-friendly habitats.Community Tool Shed Initiative: Provides service groups with the tools needed for park enhancement projects.East McKinney Learning Garden: Equips volunteers to grow fresh food and educate the community about sustainable gardening and food security.

Want to Get Involved? Check out our event schedule on our website and join us in making a lasting impact!

Important Notes:

IRS 501(c)(3) status - a charitable contribution form is availablePlease add a gift receipt if possible so we can retain records for warranty purposes

Thank you for supporting McKinney’s trails, parks, and community gardens!

The McKinney Parks Foundation is growing, and we need strong, motivated individuals who care about the environment and public access to nature! We host monthly Saturday trail workdays (8–11 AM) where volunteers tackle projects like trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and park improvements. Volunteers can earn service hours for their group or project—and we need leaders to help make it happen!

Opportunities to Lead

We’re looking for dedicated volunteers ready to step up as Trail Crew Leads and Learning Garden Docents. If you want to do more than just show up—if you want to guide, teach, and make an impact—this is your chance.

Trail Crew Leads (No experience necessary—we’ll train you!)Lead small teams on trail workdays.Demonstrate proper tool use (we’ll show you the ropes).Help load/unload tools from the trailer.Assist with volunteer check-in.Occasionally help maintain our tool storage shed.Option to attend board meetings and contribute to leadership decisions.Learning Garden DocentsEngage with visitors at the upcoming East McKinney Learning Garden.Share knowledge about native plants, pollinators, and sustainable gardening.Lead short tours and hands-on activities for groups.Why Join Us?Get hands-on experience in conservation and leadership.Help shape and improve McKinney’s trails and green spaces.Build skills that can apply to careers in environmental work, education, or public service.Have fun, connect with like-minded people, and see the direct impact of your work!

Must be 18+ and ready to contribute. No prior experience needed—just a willingness to learn and lead!

➡️ Ready to step up? Reach out to us today and let us know where you are looking to lead the way!

Contact: Rick Moreno, President, mckinneyparksfoundation@gmail.com

Erwin Park Volunteer Workday

When: Every Second Saturday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: Erwin Park 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX 75071

What we will be doing: Erwin Park has ever-growing and changing needs along its mountain bike trails and skills course area. Helpful volunteers are needed to do heavy duty labor along the bike trails. Each Second Saturday is different pending the parks needs.

What to bring: Tools if you have them, bug spray, sunscreen, and water.
Power tools, should you bring any, should be battery operated for trail maintenance. Protective eyewear and headwear are recommended.
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 proudly supports Erwin Park MTB and the volunteer efforts at Erwin Park.

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.

You can stay connected with the park through Instagram, @erwinparkmtb

For updates on workdays specific needs, cancellations, and projects at Erwin Park, please contact Erwin Park MTB at ErwinParkMTB@gmail.com