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Erwin Park Second Saturday Workday

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 

Erwin Park MTB Second Saturday Workday

Erwin Park MTB Second Saturday Workday
Saturday, November 9th, 2024 – 8 AM Start
Erwin Park, 4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX 75071
November’s Need Include:
    • Continued construction of Skills Area return hub (block wall)
    • Continued clean-up of loose rocks, trash, and debris in the skills area
    • Leaf blowing on trails
    • Additional block required
    • Need to dispose of pallets from block delivery

Shawn Feiock, Trail Steward, leads monthly Second Saturday Workdays. Check out Erwin Park MTB on Instagram for real-time updates.

Email Shawn at erwinparkmtb@gmail.com

Erwin Park Volunteer Workday

DORBA & MPF Workday at Erwin Park, September 14th 2024

Erwin Park Volunteer Workday

When: Saturday, September 14th, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

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 tree-care from 2024’s ‘Shade the Trail’ Event, maintenance around park benches, litter removal, and removal of fallen debris on trails. Activities include weed removal, cutting tree limbs, cleaning surfaces, picking up trash, and mulching. 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 is across from the Skills Course area and will be marked with signage the day of the event.

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.

Gray Branch Volunteer Workday

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.

Gray Branch Parkland Volunteer Workday

Gray Branch Park Volunteer Workday

Where: Gray Branch Road in McKinney. Parking is available .5 miles South of the entrance off 380.

When: Saturday, June 17th, 8-11 AM

What we will be doing: Gray branch trail is our latest addition to McKinney Trails we’ve been creating. We’ll be clearing the trail of overgrowth, performing trash pickup, and removing fallen debris on trails. 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.