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SUMMARY:Summer Trips- Olympic 1
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, our students and volunteer leaders will spend two weeks in the North Cascade and Olympic National Parks.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-trips-olympic-1/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230709
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SUMMARY:Summer Trips- Olympic 2
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, our students and volunteer leaders will spend two weeks in the North Cascade and Olympic National Parks.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-trips-olympic-2/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230710
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SUMMARY:Summer Trips- Donner Summit/ Desolation Wilderness 1
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, our students and volunteer leaders will spend two weeks just west of Lake Tahoe\, in the Donner Summit/Desolation Wilderness area.  The first week will be spent in an outdoor educational setting with a front country partner\, and the second week will be spent backpacking.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-trips-donner-summit-desolation-wilderness-1/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230716
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SUMMARY:Summer Trips- Olympic 2
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, our students and volunteer leaders will spend two weeks in the North Cascade and Olympic National Parks.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-trips-olympic-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230702T060000
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UID:9726-1688270400-1688277600@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Airport Day- Departure Group 4
DESCRIPTION:It’s AIRPORT DAY!\nWe need your help! Join The Woods Project at both George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) as we send off nearly 200 students and 60 volunteers for their life-changing 2 week wilderness immersion experiences in California and Washington. \nWe have 6 flights departing between June 18th through July 13th. For many of our students\, this will be their first time on a plane – an exciting and nervous time! We need volunteers on the ground to help our student groups maneuver through the check-in process. This is a great way to connect with our students and encourage them as they embark on their journey. \nParking: Volunteers can park close to the Terminals or choose satellite parking. Please allow adequate time to get to the terminals\, if you decide on satellite parking. \nClick here to register for Sunday\, July 2nd\, 4:00am at George Bush Intercontinental Airport.\n \nQuestions or have a group interested in volunteering – reach out to diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/airport-day-departure-group-4/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230719
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T205009Z
UID:9710-1688515200-1689724799@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Summer Trips- Donner Summit/ Desolation Wilderness 2
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, our students and volunteer leaders will spend two weeks just west of Lake Tahoe\, in the Donner Summit/Desolation Wilderness area.  The first week will be spent in an outdoor educational setting with a front country partner\, and the second week will be spent backpacking.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-trips-donner-summit-desolation-wilderness-2/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230705T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230705T120000
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SUMMARY:Airport Day- Departure Group 5
DESCRIPTION:It’s AIRPORT DAY!\nWe need your help! Join The Woods Project at both George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) as we send off nearly 200 students and 60 volunteers for their life-changing 2 week wilderness immersion experiences in California and Washington. \nWe have 6 flights departing between June 18th through July 13th. For many of our students\, this will be their first time on a plane – an exciting and nervous time! We need volunteers on the ground to help our student groups maneuver through the check-in process. This is a great way to connect with our students and encourage them as they embark on their journey. \nParking: Volunteers can park close to the Terminals or choose satellite parking. Please allow adequate time to get to the terminals\, if you decide on satellite parking. \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, July 5th\, 8:00am at William P. Hobby Airport.\n \nQuestions or have a group interested in volunteering – reach out to diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/airport-day-departure-group-5/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230727
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20230412T205216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T205216Z
UID:9712-1689206400-1690415999@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Summer Trips- Donner Summit/ Desolation Wilderness 3
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, our students and volunteer leaders will spend two weeks just west of Lake Tahoe\, in the Donner Summit/Desolation Wilderness area.  The first week will be spent in an outdoor educational setting with a front country partner\, and the second week will be spent backpacking.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-trips-donner-summit-desolation-wilderness-3/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230713T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230713T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T001241Z
UID:9730-1689242400-1689249600@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Airport Day- Departure Group 6
DESCRIPTION:It’s AIRPORT DAY!\nWe need your help! Join The Woods Project at both George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) as we send off nearly 200 students and 60 volunteers for their life-changing 2 week wilderness immersion experiences in California and Washington. \nWe have 6 flights departing between June 18th through July 13th. For many of our students\, this will be their first time on a plane – an exciting and nervous time! We need volunteers on the ground to help our student groups maneuver through the check-in process. This is a great way to connect with our students and encourage them as they embark on their journey. \nParking: Volunteers can park close to the Terminals or choose satellite parking. Please allow adequate time to get to the terminals\, if you decide on satellite parking. \nClick here to register for Thursday\, July 13th\, 10:00am at William P. Hobby Airport.\n \nQuestions or have a group interested in volunteering – reach out to diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/airport-day-departure-group-6/
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230920T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T233137Z
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SUMMARY:Sleeping Bag Wash Day
DESCRIPTION:Come help us wash & dry our sleeping bags!\nEvery summer we put our down sleeping bags through a lot of use and by the end they are in desperate need of washing. Now is the time to prepare them for our upcoming weekend camping trips. The most challenging part is drying our down sleeping bags which requires low heat and careful handling. We will meet at Harrisburg Spin Cycle at 7 AM but feel free to come by later in the morning since this will be an ongoing process. \nBreakfast and lunch will be provided. \nPlease sign up for a volunteer time below:\nWednesday 9/20/2023 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nWednesday 9/20/2023 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nIf this is your first time volunteering for us\, please complete our Event Volunteer Form before registering for the event. Please contact Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org\, if you have any questions.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/sleeping-bag-wash-day-2/
LOCATION:Harrisburg Spin Cycle\, 5104 Harrisburg\, Houston\, TX\, 77011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230927T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230826T001640Z
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SUMMARY:Mini Weekend Food Pack
DESCRIPTION:The Woods Project needs your help as we prepare backpacking meals for our fall and spring weekend trips. This will be a small and casual volunteer event since we are only preparing 2 dozen backpacking meals. \nAll volunteers that have not submitted an Event Volunteer Form\, must do so before registering. Thank you! If you have any questions please fell free to email Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/mini-food-pack/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230928T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230928T203000
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SUMMARY:Fall Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Have you been curious about volunteering for a weekend trip\, but not quite sure what to expect? Then please join us for our Fall Volunteer Orientation! \n6:00-6:30 Meet & Greet: Enjoy mingling with current and new volunteers. \n6:30-8:00 Weekend Trip Orientation: \n\nThe Woods Project Introduction\nVolunteer Opportunities\nWeekend Trip Outline\nLeader Roles and Responsibilities\nSafety and Abuse Prevention Reminders\n\nThis session is required for first-time weekend trip volunteers. If you will have any new adults out with you this fall (other school personnel\, partners\, friends\, etc.)\, please pass on the date and have them sign up. \nPlease click here to sign up.  First time volunteering\, please click here to complete our Event Volunteer Information Form. If you decide to become a trip leader volunteer you will be asked to fill out our longer Trip Leader Application. \nQuestions? Please contact Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/fall-volunteer-orientation-2/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Participate,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
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SUMMARY:Fall JLP Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Galveston State Park\n\nCalling all Junior Leaders and passionate volunteers!  \nThe Junior Leaders Program provides young leaders with greater opportunities to explore nature while enhancing critical traits and growing strong relationships and leadership skills in order to create role models for The Woods Project. Join us for an unforgettable ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’ style trip at beautiful Galveston State Park where we will be kayaking with our summer alumni students and new JLP recruits and enjoying the lovely views Galveston has to offer. This ‘JLP Orientation’ will review the Junior Leaders’ mission statement\, provide an introduction to the program\, and an overview of the year full of activities to come.\n\nOpportunities for volunteer trip leaders are available. We are looking for volunteers who:\n\n\nCan help build rapport among the group\, facilitate group activities (most will be student led\, but will need some guidance)\nAre able to demonstrate and help foster conversations on the TWP character traits\nIs flexible with the schedule\, can go with the flow – we will have an agenda\, but students will have a say in their evening activities\nIs interested in outdoor cooking and trail running weekend meals such as dutch oven dump cakes\, french toast\, or maybe pizza!\nHas kayaking experience (preferred but not required)\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE! \nPlease note:  The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known.  We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested.  However\, due to limits on capacity\, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio\, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you! \n\n\nThis weekend trip is only open to students who applied or are reapplying for the Junior Leaders Program. Please contact Manny Salas at manny@thewoodsproject.org with any questions.\n\n\n 
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/fall-jlp-weekend-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231010T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20231004T201549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T201549Z
UID:10044-1696962600-1696968000@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Since we had a lot of people reach out and say they were unavailable for the in-person class we have scheduled a virtual trip leader orientation. It is scheduled for Tuesday\, October 10th from 6:30pm – 8pm. It will be held over Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent out a few days before the class. Attendees will be required to have their cameras on during the class. \nOrientation Topics: \n\nThe Woods Project Introduction\nVolunteer Opportunities\nWeekend Trip Outline\nLeader Roles and Responsibilities\nSafety and Abuse Prevention Reminders\n\nThis session is required for first-time weekend trip volunteers. If you know of any adults that might also be interested\, please pass on the date and have them sign up. We have a minimum age requirement of 23 years old. \nREGISTER HERE.  \nIf this is your first event with The Woods Project\, please click here to complete our Event Volunteer Information Form. If you decide to become a trip leader volunteer\, you will be asked to fill out our longer Trip Leader Application. \nQuestions? Please contact Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/virtual-volunteer-orientation/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231012T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20230823T011611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T191201Z
UID:9864-1697133600-1697140800@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:First Aid Restock
DESCRIPTION:The Woods Project needs help restocking first aid kits for the upcoming program year! This work is extremely important and helps us to ensure the safety and health of our students and volunteers while they are out in the wilderness. If you are available to donate your time\, it will be greatly appreciated! \nWear comfortable clothing and bring a refillable water bottle. Snacks will be provided. \nOur meeting will be on the third floor of The American Red Cross building (2700 Southwest Freeway) BEHIND the main building\, connected to the parking garage. Please drive to the right side of the building where either\, the gate will be open\, or a member of our staff will await you. Once inside the gate\, drive to the top of the parking deck and enter the building on the third floor. \nFor first time volunteering\, please click here to complete our Event Volunteer Information Form.\nQuestions? Please contact Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org. \nREGISTRATION- FULL
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/first-aid-restock/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
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SUMMARY:Fall Weekend Trip #1
DESCRIPTION:Brazos Bend State Park or Turkey Creek Backpacking\nBrazos Bend State Park: We will be doing some hiking\, biking\, and exploring of the state park. Brazos Bend is known for its alligator population and unique features to this part of Texas\, so come ready to see some incredible wildlife while spending the day outside exploring. Both Friday and Saturday nights will be spent camping at Brazos Bend. \nTurkey Creek Backpacking:  You can’t beat backpacking in the fall in Texas! Please join us for a great weekend exploring a section of the Big Thicket National Preserve! On Saturday\, the group will head out to the Turkey Creek Trail. Three groups of hikers will hike 12 miles in total between Saturday and Sunday morning. Saturday evening will be spent at a campsite along the trail. Upon finishing the hike on Sunday morning\, the group will head back to Houston at approximately 12:00pm.\n \nREGISTER HERE! \nPlease note:  The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known.  We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested.  However\, due to limits on capacity\, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio\, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/fall-weekend-trip-1-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231103T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T213736Z
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SUMMARY:Walk For The Woods Project- Set up
DESCRIPTION:Walk for The Woods Project – Volunteers\nThe Woods Project is hosting our 12th annual Walk for The Woods Project event\, presented by ENGIE\, on Saturday\, November 4\, 2023 at BakerRipley- Ripley House. \nThe Walk is our largest fundraiser of the year and will help us provide life-changing leadership development opportunities to even more Houston high school students from low-income communities. Nearly 200 students are expected to participate in our 2-week wilderness immersion program in summer 2024! \nThis event would not be possible without the help of our wonderful volunteers. Many volunteer roles are available. Grab your friends\, family\, and social groups to volunteer with us to help create another successful Walk for The Woods Project. \nVolunteers are needed on Friday\, November 3th\, noon – 5pm for setup and prep activities and Saturday\, November 4th\, 6am – 1pm to help manage event day activities.  There are many shifts to choose from – or decide to stay all day! \nMorning Event Setup (6-10am) Duties Include: \n\nSetting out tables and chairs in the Expo area\nAssisting with participant registration\nAssisting with breakfast tables (serving and/or replenishing coffee station)\nStudent Stop station set-up\n\nEvent Activity Volunteers (7am-noon) Duties Include: \n\nCourse marshal stationed along the Walk route\nStudent Stop assistants\nParking lot attendants\nFinish Line setup\nExpo Activity Manager\nClean up\n\nBakerRipley’s Ripley House\, 4410 Navigation Blvd\, Houston\, TX  77011 \nWalk for The Woods Project will take place at BakerRipley’s Ripley House.  Parking will be available on-site\, but is first come first serve.  Additional parking will be available along the side streets around Ripley House. \nPlease sign up for a volunteer time below:\nFriday 11/3/2023 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nSaturday 11/4/2023 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM \nSaturday 11/4/2023 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nPlease note: volunteers should complete the Event Volunteer Registration Form.\nQuestions: contact Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/walk-for-the-woods-project-set-up/
LOCATION:BakerRipley Ripley House\, 4414 Navigation Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77011
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231105
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20230823T215334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T213649Z
UID:9898-1699056000-1699142399@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Walk for The Woods Project - Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Walk for The Woods Project – Volunteers Needed\n\nThe Woods Project is hosting our 12th annual Walk for The Woods Project event\, presented by ENGIE\, on Saturday\, November 4\, 2023 at BakerRipley- Ripley House. \nThe Walk is our largest fundraiser of the year and will help us provide life-changing leadership development opportunities to even more Houston high school students from low-income communities. Nearly 200 students are expected to participate in our 2-week wilderness immersion program in summer 2024! \nThis event would not be possible without the help of our wonderful volunteers. Many volunteer roles are available. Grab your friends\, family\, and social groups to volunteer with us to help create another successful Walk for The Woods Project. \nVolunteers are needed on Friday\, November 3th\, noon – 5pm for setup and prep activities and Saturday\, November 4th\, 6am – 1pm to help manage event day activities.  There are many shifts to choose from – or decide to stay all day! \nMorning Event Setup (6-10am) Duties Include: \n\nSetting out tables and chairs in the Expo area\nAssisting with participant registration\nAssisting with breakfast tables (serving and/or replenishing coffee station)\nStudent Stop station set-up\n\nEvent Activity Volunteers (7am-noon) Duties Include: \n\nCourse marshal stationed along the Walk route\nStudent Stop assistants\nParking lot attendants\nFinish Line setup\nExpo Activity Manager\nClean up\n\nBakerRipley’s Ripley House\, 4410 Navigation Blvd\, Houston\, TX  77011 \nWalk for The Woods Project will take place at BakerRipley’s Ripley House.  Parking will be available on-site\, but is first come first serve.  Additional parking will be available along the side streets around Ripley House. \nPlease sign up for a volunteer time below:\nFriday 11/3/2023 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nSaturday 11/4/2023 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM \nSaturday 11/4/2023 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nPlease note: volunteers should complete the Event Volunteer Registration Form.\nQuestions: contact Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/walk-for-the-woods-project-2/
LOCATION:BakerRipley Ripley House\, 4414 Navigation Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77011
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231113
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20230823T030242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T021118Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Weekend Trip #2
DESCRIPTION:Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary or Turkey Creek Backpacking\nLittle Thicket Nature Sanctuary:  The Woods Project is excited to have access to explore this private nature sanctuary located just outside of Houston. We will day hike parts of the 655-acre sanctuary\, exploring the local fauna and wildlife. This trip will combine camping with a service learning project to help maintain and preserve the area! \nTurkey Creek Backpacking:  You can’t beat backpacking in the fall in Texas! Please join us for a great weekend exploring a section of the Big Thicket National Preserve! On Saturday\, the group will head out to the Turkey Creek Trail. Three groups of hikers will hike 12 miles in total between Saturday and Sunday morning. Saturday evening will be spent at a campsite along the trail. Upon finishing the hike on Sunday morning\, the group will head back to Houston at approximately 12:00pm. \nREGISTER HERE! \nPlease note:  The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known.  We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested.  However\, due to limits on capacity\, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio\, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/fall-weekend-trip-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231204
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20230823T030602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T021051Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Weekend Trip #3
DESCRIPTION:Galveston State Park or Turkey Creek\nGalveston State Park:  Galveston is a great location for kayaking with opportunities to see the beach and the bay. We are partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife for our kayak weekend in Galveston Bay. This is a great opportunity for the students to see a different side of Galveston Island. Both Friday and Saturday evening will be spent at Galveston State Park.\n \nTurkey Creek Backpacking:  You can’t beat backpacking in the fall in Texas! Please join us for a great weekend exploring a section of the Big Thicket National Preserve! On Saturday\, the group will head out to the Turkey Creek Trail. Three groups of hikers will hike 12 miles in total between Saturday and Sunday morning. Saturday evening will be spent at a campsite along the trail. Upon finishing the hike on Sunday morning\, the group will head back to Houston at approximately 12:00pm. \nREGISTER HERE! \nPlease note:  The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known.  We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested.  However\, due to limits on capacity\, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio\, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/fall-weekend-trip-3-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240115T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20230913T024833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T095751Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled- MLK Day of Service- Gear Inventory & Tent Set up
DESCRIPTION:Event Canceled due to inclement weather. \nThis is our biggest gear volunteer day of the year!  On this day\, we will count all of our gear so that we will be prepared for spring and summer trips\, as well as set up all of our tents to ensure that they are in good working order after so much use in the prior summer and fall! \nWe will meet at The Woods Project Warehouse located on 6910 Renwick at 8:45am in order to begin at 9am.  A group will head out to Bayland Park for tent setup\, and the remainder will stay at the warehouse for gear inventory. \nPlease dress comfortably\, and bring a refillable water bottle.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nIf you have not volunteered with us before\, please fill out our event volunteer form ahead of time for yourself and for anyone that comes with you. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Diana Liga at diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/mlk-day-of-service-gear-inventory-tent-set-up/
LOCATION:TWP Warehouse\, 6910 Renwick Drive\, Suite V\, Houston\, 77081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240120T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20231107T031127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T215326Z
UID:10187-1705737600-1705856400@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
DESCRIPTION:Are you hoping to be a volunteer with The Woods Project this summer\, or participate in some other upcoming wilderness experience?  If so\, this might be the course for you!  The Woods Project will be hosting a Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course\, which will take place all day on Saturday\, January 20th and Sunday\, January 21st.  Cost is $210 ($150 for TWP leaders) per participant for WFA\, and there will also be a CPR certification option for $40. \nREGISTER HERE if you would like to attend.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/wilderness-first-aid-wfa/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Participate
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240123T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240123T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20231117T044342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T234700Z
UID:10270-1706034600-1706041800@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Trip Leader Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Have you been curious about volunteering for a weekend trip\, but not quite sure what to expect? Then please join us for our Spring Volunteer Orientation! \n6:00-6:30 Meet & Greet: Enjoy mingling with current and new volunteers. \n6:30-8:30 Weekend Trip Leader Orientation: \n\nThe Woods Project Introduction\nVolunteer Opportunities\nWeekend Trip Outline\nLeader Roles and Responsibilities\nSafety and Abuse Prevention Reminders\n\nThis session is required for first-time weekend trip volunteers. If you will have any new adults out with you this fall (other school personnel\, partners\, friends\, etc.)\, please pass on the date and have them sign up. \nPlease click here to sign up.  First time volunteering\, please click here to complete our Event Volunteer Information Form. If you decide to become a trip leader volunteer you will be asked to fill out our longer Trip Leader Application. \nQuestions? Please contact Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/spring-volunteer-orientation-2/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240201T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20231214T024624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T044035Z
UID:10388-1706812200-1706817600@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Trip Leader Orientation
DESCRIPTION:For those that were unavailable for the in-person class we have scheduled a virtual trip leader orientation. It is scheduled for Thursday\, February 1st from 6:30pm – 8pm. It will be held over Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent out a few days before the class. Attendees will be required to have their cameras on during the class. \nOrientation Topics: \n\nThe Woods Project Introduction\nVolunteer Opportunities\nWeekend Trip Outline\nLeader Roles and Responsibilities\nSafety and Abuse Prevention Reminders\n\nThis session is required for first-time weekend trip volunteers. If you know of any adults that might also be interested\, please pass on the date and have them sign up. We have a minimum age requirement of 23 years old. \nREGISTER HERE. \nIf this is your first event with The Woods Project\, please click here to complete our Event Volunteer  Form. If you decide to become a trip leader volunteer\, you will be asked to fill out our longer Trip Leader Application. \nQuestions? Please contact Diana Liga\, diana@thewoodsproject.org
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/virtual-trip-volunteer-orientation/
CATEGORIES:Participate
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240212
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20240118T032431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T032431Z
UID:10472-1707436800-1707695999@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Trip #1
DESCRIPTION:Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary or Sam Houston National Forest\nLittle Thicket Nature Sanctuary:  The Woods Project is excited to have access to explore this private nature sanctuary located just outside of Houston. We will day hike parts of the 655-acre sanctuary\, exploring the local fauna and wildlife. This trip will combine camping with a service learning project to help maintain and preserve the area! \nSam Houston National Forest:  This is a great opportunity for your students and leaders to have a glimpse of what to expect on their summer trip. We will have four groups hiking the Four Notch Loop and the Lone Star Hiking Trail. The groups will hike about 10 miles total over the course of Saturday and Sunday. We are looking for folks of all skill levels – from first-time backpackers to experts!\n \nREGISTER HERE! \nPlease note:  The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known.  We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested.  However\, due to limits on capacity\, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio\, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/spring-weekend-trip-1-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20240112T032525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T051458Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Trip #2
DESCRIPTION:Galveston State Park or Turkey Creek Backpacking\nGalveston State Park:  Galveston is a great location for kayaking with opportunities to see the beach and the bay. We are partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife for our kayak weekend in Galveston Bay. This is a great opportunity for the students to see a different side of Galveston Island. Both Friday and Saturday evening will be spent at Galveston State Park.\n \nTurkey Creek Backpacking:  You can’t beat backpacking in the fall in Texas! Please join us for a great weekend exploring a section of the Big Thicket National Preserve! On Saturday\, the group will head out to the Turkey Creek Trail. Three groups of hikers will hike 12 miles in total between Saturday and Sunday morning. Saturday evening will be spent at a campsite along the trail. Upon finishing the hike on Sunday morning\, the group will head back to Houston at approximately 12:00pm. \nREGISTER HERE! \nPlease note:  The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known.  We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested.  However\, due to limits on capacity\, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio\, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/spring-weekend-trip-2-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20231220T224137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T041111Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Food Prep-FULL
DESCRIPTION:The Woods Project needs your help as we prepare backpacking meals for our 2024 summer trips. We will be preparing over a thousand dinner servings for the back country\, and we cannot put it all together without your help. Please bring a refillable water bottle and comfortable clothes. We will provide a light dinner and drinks. Contact diana@thewoodsproject.org with any questions. \nAll volunteers that have not submitted an Event Volunteer Form\, must do so before registering. Thank you\, we look forward to seeing you at the TWP office! \nEvent is Full. Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-food-prep-2/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240311
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20240112T043414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T043622Z
UID:10436-1709856000-1710115199@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Spring JLP Weekend Trip
DESCRIPTION:Brazos Bend State Park\nBrazos Bend State Park: This will be our spring Junior Leaders Program trip and will focus on eco-therapy and stargazing. Brazos Bend is known for its alligator population and unique features to this part of Texas\, so come ready to see some incredible wildlife while spending the day outside exploring. Both Friday and Saturday nights will be spent camping at Brazos Bend.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/spring-jlp-weekend-trip/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240325
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20240112T034109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T032954Z
UID:10430-1711065600-1711324799@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Trip #3
DESCRIPTION:Huntsville State Park and Sam Houston National Park\nHuntsville State Park/Kayaking:  The Woods Project will once again be partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife through Texas Outdoor Families. On Saturday\, the group will be split into two so everyone will spend a half day of out on the water kayaking and the other half day hiking\, geocaching\, and fishing. If you have your own boat\, we encourage you to bring it along! \nSam Houston National Forest: This is a great opportunity for your students and leaders to have a glimpse of what to expect on their summer trip. We will have four groups hiking the Four Notch Loop and the Lone Star Hiking Trail. The groups will hike about 10 miles total over the course of Saturday and Sunday. We are looking for folks of all skill levels – from first-time backpackers to experts! \nREGISTER HERE! \nPlease note:  The trip signup is your opportunity to make your preferences and availability for our weekend trips known.  We will make our best effort to place you on the trip(s) that you have requested.  However\, due to limits on capacity\, as well as the need to maintain a reasonable adult:student ratio\, there may be trips where we do not have space for every leader who would like to attend. We will follow up by email 1-2 weeks prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/spring-weekend-trip-3-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240402T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T073204
CREATED:20231005T215054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T215703Z
UID:10059-1712057400-1712062800@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Annual Luncheon\, Journey to the Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our Annual Luncheon to meet The Woods Project alumni\, hear their inspiring stories of transformation\, and learn more about how we are changing the life trajectory of Houston students. \nThe Woods Project trip changes lives in a thousand different ways.  In the woods\, students gain new confidence\, develop critical life and leadership skills\, and find a renewed drive to succeed against all odds. \nThe Annual Luncheon provides a unique opportunity to meet students from our program\, as they will be seated at your table and will share the impact The Woods Project experiences have had on their life and how they plan to use the skills they learned along the trails in school and in life. \nClick here to purchase your table or ticket. \nEvent and Table Sponsorships Available\, contact Jessi Manley\, 816-507-3661 or jessi@thewoodsproject.org for info. Your support will help change lives as we expand our wilderness immersion programs and provide experiential learning experiences to even more high-potential Houston high school students from historically marginalized communities!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/annual-luncheon-journey-to-the-summit/
LOCATION:The Junior League of Houston\, 1811 Briar Oaks Ln\, Houston\, TX\, 77027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Donate,Participate
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