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SUMMARY:Summer Leader Training #2
DESCRIPTION:Summer Leader Training #2\nRequired for ALL summer volunteer leaders.\n \nThe Woods Project summer leader training spans 2 days and will be held at our offices directly behind the American Red Cross building (2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098). This training is for our summer trip leaders only. The training covers important information on procedures\, policies\, and programming through the incorporation of presentation\, discussion\, scenarios\, and hands-on gear handling. Training will run from 8 am to 5 pm each day. Please dress comfortable and bring a refillable water bottle. Breakfast and lunch will be served each day. \nSummer leaders are required to attend 1 of the 2  available sessions. \nLeader training #1 – Saturday\, April 26 – Sunday\, April 27: REGISTER HERE \nLeader training #2 – Saturday\, May 17 – Sunday\, May 18: REGISTER HERE \nPlease register for one of the trainings if you have been assigned as a Summer Leader for the 2025 trips.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-leader-training-2-3/
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SUMMARY:Summer Food & Snack Sorting
DESCRIPTION:Summer Food and Snack Sorting\nDo you like to sort and organize things? If so\, we could use your help! Once again\, we will be separating the snack\, hot cocoa\, and oatmeal sorting from our gear pack-outs. We will meet at the warehouse and set up tables and bins. The activity involves counting out a variety of snacks\, oatmeal\, or cocoa packets and putting them in 2 gal bags. We will also prepare the travel day snack bags the students will take on their Airport Day. It’s a simple activity but time consuming due to the volume and diversity of snacks. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-food-snack-sorting-3/
LOCATION:TWP Warehouse\, 6910 Renwick Drive\, Suite V\, Houston\, 77081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
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SUMMARY:Summer Gear Inventory
DESCRIPTION:SUMMER GEAR INVENTORY AND TENT SETUP \nMay 3rd\, 9am – 4pm \nTWP Warehouse – 6910 Renwick Dr.\, Suite V (back side of the strip center) \nWe rely on our volunteers to help ensure that our gear is ready for the nearly 200 students and 60 volunteer leaders that will be out with us this summer. We will be taking inventory\, setting up tents\, and making other preparations for summer. Please join us\, even if you can only make it for part of the time. Your help is greatly appreciated! \nBreakfast and lunch will be provided. \nPlease dress for outdoor work and bring a reusable water bottle. \nContact diana@thewoodsproject.org with any questions. \nIf you have not previously volunteered for The Woods Project\, please fill out our volunteer information form before signing up below. \nRegistration
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-gear-inventory-3/
LOCATION:TWP Warehouse\, 6910 Renwick Drive\, Suite V\, Houston\, 77081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250402T202612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T021308Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Meetings: Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:It’s summer at The Woods Project!\nTo kick off our summer trips we host informational meetings for students and parents so they can see what our summer program entails. We would love a handful of volunteers that can help with check in and if possible translation. We have students from different schools and organizations show up to each meeting.  We will have a few parents that speak primarily Spanish\, French\, or Vietnamese. Having a volunteer that can help translate our responses and help parents ask their question would be fantastic! Of course\, if you don’t speak a second language no worries! Your help checking students in and guiding them to the meeting room is would be incredibly helpful! \nThe meeting itself starts at 6:30 p.m. We ask that you show up at 5:30 to help set up the check-in table and possibly the room. This year we are meeting at the front building\, (the main building) of the American Red Cross. \nRegister for a shift here. \nTuesday\, April 15 \nTuesday\, April 22 \nWednesday\, April 30 \nIf you have questions please reach out to diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/parent-meetings-volunteers-needed-3/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20241120T051155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T031449Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Leader Training #1
DESCRIPTION:Summer Leader Training\nRequired for ALL summer volunteer leaders.\n \nThe Woods Project summer leader training spans 2 days and will be held at our offices directly behind the American Red Cross building (2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098). This training is for our summer trip leaders only. The training covers important information on procedures\, policies\, and programming through the incorporation of presentation\, discussion\, scenarios\, and hands-on gear handling. Training will run from 8 am to 5 pm each day. Please dress comfortable and bring a refillable water bottle. Breakfast and lunch will be served each day. \nSummer leaders are required to attend 1 of the 2  available sessions. \nLeader training #1 – Saturday\, April 26 – Sunday\, April 27: REGISTER HERE \nLeader training #2 – Saturday\, May 17 – Sunday\, May 18: REGISTER HERE \nPlease register for one of the trainings if you have been assigned as a Summer Leader for the 2025 trips. \n 
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-leader-training-1-3/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250402T202431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T021406Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Meetings: Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:It’s summer at The Woods Project!\nTo kick off our summer trips we host informational meetings for students and parents so they can see what our summer program entails. We would love a handful of volunteers that can help with check in and if possible translation. We have students from different schools and organizations show up to each meeting.  We will have a few parents that speak primarily Spanish\, French\, or Vietnamese. Having a volunteer that can help translate our responses and help parents ask their question would be fantastic! Of course\, if you don’t speak a second language no worries! Your help checking students in and guiding them to the meeting room is would be incredibly helpful! \nThe meeting itself starts at 6:30 p.m. We ask that you show up at 5:30 to help set up the check-in table and possibly the room. This year we are meeting at the front building\, (the main building) of the American Red Cross. \nRegister for a shift here. \nTuesday\, April 15 \nTuesday\, April 22 \nWednesday\, April 30 \nIf you have questions please reach out to diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/parent-meetings-volunteers-needed-2/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250402T202257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T021341Z
UID:11512-1744738200-1744749000@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Parent Meetings: Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:It’s summer at The Woods Project!\nTo kick off our summer trips we host informational meetings for students and parents so they can see what our summer program entails. We would love a handful of volunteers that can help with check in and if possible translation. We have students from different schools and organizations show up to each meeting.  We will have a few parents that speak primarily Spanish\, French\, or Vietnamese. Having a volunteer that can help translate our responses and help parents ask their question would be fantastic! Of course\, if you don’t speak a second language no worries! Your help checking students in and guiding them to the meeting room is would be incredibly helpful! \nThe meeting itself starts at 6:30 p.m. We ask that you show up at 5:30 to help set up the check-in table and possibly the room. This year we are meeting at the front building\, (the main building) of the American Red Cross. \nRegister for a shift here. \nTuesday\, April 15 \nTuesday\, April 22 \nWednesday\, April 30 \nIf you have questions please reach out to diana@thewoodsproject.org.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/parent-meetings-volunteers-needed/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20241212T035644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T031508Z
UID:11066-1743507000-1743512400@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Annual Luncheon
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-2/
LOCATION:The Junior League of Houston\, 1811 Briar Oaks Ln\, Houston\, TX\, 77027\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250109T035742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T032817Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Trip #3
DESCRIPTION:Stephen F. Austin Biking or Brazos Bend Backpacking\nStephen F. Austin Biking: The Woods Project will be partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife spending Saturday night camping at Stephen F. Austin State Park. On Saturday\, the group will be split so everyone will spend a half day mountain biking and the other half day exploring the park. Students will depart from the campground and head back to the ARC for pickup Sunday afternoon. Registration deadline 3/23/25 \nBrazos Bend Backpacking: We will be backpacking in this 4\,897-acre 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. Saturday night will be spent camping at Brazos Bend\, and the trip will run from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon. Registration deadline 3/23/25 \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-3-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20241217T231151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T031552Z
UID:11078-1742493600-1742502600@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
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/first-aid-restock-2/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250317
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250304T045353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T050037Z
UID:11480-1741910400-1742169599@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:JLP Spring Break Service Project
DESCRIPTION:Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary\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! \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 a week prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/jlp-spring-break-service-project/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250304T044331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T022225Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Break Backpacking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Memorial Park Backpacking Weekend Workshop\nTake a hike in Memorial Park with TWP and friends! Get your hands on our backpacking gear and get in a good workout! We will be simulating a backpacking experience by hiking around Memorial Park with packs; this is a great opportunity to test out what a Summer Trip is like! Registration deadline 3/6/25 \nREGISTER HERE!\n \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 a week prior to our weekend trips with details and all the information you will need for attending.  Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/spring-break-backpacking-workshop/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250109T034829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T031611Z
UID:11110-1740787200-1740959999@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Trip #2
DESCRIPTION:Huntsville State Park Kayaking\nThe Woods Project will be partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife spending Saturday night camping at Huntsville State Park. On Saturday\, the group will be split so everyone will spend a half day out on the water kayaking and the other half day hiking\, geocaching\, and fishing. Students will depart from the campground and head back to the ARC for pickup Sunday afternoon. Registration deadline 2/21/25 \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-2-4/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T031632Z
UID:11107-1740787200-1740873599@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Workshop #2
DESCRIPTION:Bayou Biking Weekend Workshop\nThe Woods Project is partnering with Precinct 1 for an educational and fun bike ride for the students! We will explore some urban trails and discuss the differences between constructed versus natural waterways and the importance of bayous in the city. We will have a limited number of bikes so we ask that volunteers bring their own if they have one.  We will be meeting at MacGregor Park. Please register to receive more details about location and times. Thanks! Registration deadline 2/21/25 \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-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20241218T000249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T223416Z
UID:11086-1740074400-1740083400@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Summer Food Pack
DESCRIPTION:The Woods Project needs your help as we prepare backpacking meals for our 2025 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! \nRegistration closed. Due to an overwhelming response we have plenty of volunteers for the Food Pack! Thank you!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/summer-food-pack/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250109T041817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T031756Z
UID:11119-1738972800-1739145599@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Trip #1
DESCRIPTION:Brazos Bend Stargazing\nWe will be doing some hiking\, exploration\, and stargazing of this nearby 4\,897-acre 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. Depending on availability\, we will visit the on-site observatory for some stargazing Saturday night. Saturday night will be spent camping at Brazos Bend\, and the trip will run from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon. Registration deadline 2/1/25 \nREGISTRATION CLOSED\n \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-1-4/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250209
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250109T033343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T031814Z
UID:11102-1738972800-1739059199@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Workshop #1
DESCRIPTION:Memorial Park Backpacking Weekend Workshop\nTake a hike in Memorial Park with TWP and friends! Get your hands on our backpacking gear and get in a good workout! We will be simulating a backpacking experience by hiking around Memorial Park with packs; this is a great opportunity to test out what a Summer Trip is like! Registration deadline 2/1/25 \nREGISTRATION CLOSED \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-workshop-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250130T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250130T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20241030T212812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T213953Z
UID:11009-1738260000-1738269000@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Trip 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 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/trip-volunteer-orientation/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250126T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20250122T034958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T034958Z
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SUMMARY:JLP Service Day: Memorial Park Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:TWP’s Junior Leaders Program is making Houston a little greener!\n \nSupport an organization dedicated to the restoration\, preservation\, and enhancement of Memorial Park! Volunteers are an integral part of the Park’s restoration and maintenance. Join The Woods Project as we help out behind the scenes planting trees or removing invasive species. Volunteer events happen rain or shine. If they need to cancel the shift or move locations\, we will contact you asap! *Volunteers will be Alumni from the EMERGE Fellowship and the POSSE Foundation\, so stick around for a career Q&A if you’re interested!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/jlp-service-day-memorial-park-conservancy/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250120T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240724T020355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T041040Z
UID:10871-1737367200-1737385200@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service- Gear Inventory & Trip Prep
DESCRIPTION:Due to the chance of  freezing temperatures we have decided to make some changes to our annual MLK Day of Service.  Our focus will move away from doing lots of counts and instead shift towards getting things prepped for our upcoming trips. We are changing the location and the time to avoid the worst of the weather. \nWe will meet at The Woods Project Offices located on 2700 Southwest Freeway at 10 a.m.  \nPlease dress comfortably\, and bring a refillable water bottle.  We will have donuts and coffee at 10 a.m. and lunch will be provided at 12:30 p.m. \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. \nEvent is full. Thanks so much for your interest!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/mlk-day-of-service-gear-inventory-tent-set-up-2/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240724T201401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T201541Z
UID:10876-1737158400-1737331199@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Houston Marathon Race Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Run\, Walk\, Donate\, or Volunteer to Help Us Make a Difference!\n\nThe Houston Marathon is an annual marathon held every January in Houston\, Texas. With thousands of runners and spectators\, it is the largest single day sporting event in the city. It is run concurrently with a half marathon. \n\n\nThe Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon will take place on Sunday\, Jan. 19\, 2025. \nThe We Are Houston 5K presented by Aramco and Chevron will take place on Saturday\, Jan. 18\, 2025. \nFor information on how to register for this event please visit our page on the Chevron Houston Marathon website.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/houston-marathon-race-weekend/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241209
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240904T021236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T021236Z
UID:10933-1733443200-1733702399@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Fall Weekend Trip #3
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-3-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241118
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240904T022012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T214143Z
UID:10936-1731628800-1731887999@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Fall Weekend Trip #2
DESCRIPTION:Martin Dies Jr Service Project or Turkey Creek Backpacking\nMartin Dies\, Jr.:  The Woods Project will once again be partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife through Texas Outdoor Families. We will spend both Friday and Saturday nights camping along the shores of Steinhagen Reservoir at Martin Dies\, Jr. State Park. On Saturday we will be working with the Texas Conservation Association and help them plant around the 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-2-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240502T205557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T023625Z
UID:10687-1729814400-1729987199@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Walk for The Woods Project - Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:The Walk for The Woods Project \nThe Woods Project is hosting our 13th annual Walk for The Woods Project event\, presented by ENGIE\, on Saturday\, October 26\, 2024 at BakerRipley- Ripley House. The 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 2025! \nA big thanks to those of you that have signed up to volunteer! We look forward to seeing you all on Friday and Saturday.
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/walk-for-the-woods-project-volunteers-2/
LOCATION:BakerRipley Ripley House\, 4414 Navigation Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77011
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241016T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240828T012816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T014201Z
UID:10921-1729069200-1729083600@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Tent Washing Day
DESCRIPTION:Come help us wash our tents!\nOur tents get a lot of use and after several years of use they are in desperate need of washing. We will meet at The Woods Project office and wash our tents using a bin method. This is a first for us and we are not sure how many we can get through in the allotted time. Because we need to keep our tents waterproofed careful handling will be required so that we do not get tears in them. We will provide lunch\, snacks\, and drinks. The area will be in full sun in the morning so please wear a hat\, and bring a refillable water bottle. \nTent Wash Day\nWednesday\, October 16\n9 am to 1pm\nREGISTER HERE \nThis is the first of three wash days. If you are interested in helping to wash our backpacks or tents please sign up for those as well! \nSleeping Bag Wash Day: Wednesday\, September 25 \nBackpack Wash Day: Monday\, September 30 \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/tent-washing-day/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241014
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240904T023219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T004736Z
UID:10942-1728604800-1728863999@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Fall Weekend Trip #1
DESCRIPTION:Lake Livingston Kayaking or Memorial Park Backpacking\nLake Livingston Canoeing/Kayaking:  The Woods Project will once again be partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife through Texas Outdoor Families. We will spend both Friday and Saturday nights camping along the shores of Lake Livingston at Lake Livingston State Park. 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!\n \nMemorial Park Backpacking:  Please join us this Saturday for a great workshop exploring a section of Memorial Park! We will meet at the park at 9 am and we will spend the morning learning how to pack a backpack and spend some time walking the trails around the park. We should be done by around 1 pm.\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-1-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240930T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240820T033425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T222944Z
UID:10908-1727686800-1727701200@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Backpack Wash Day
DESCRIPTION:Come help us wash our backpacks!\nEvery summer we put our gear through a lot of use. Since backpacks are only washed every couple of years\, they are now in desperate need of washing. Please join us at The Woods Project offices on Monday\, September 30th and help us spray down and hang our backpacks. \nWe will provide lunch\, snacks\, and drinks. Please dress for the heat\, wear a hat\, and bring a refillable water bottle. \nBackpack Wash Day: Monday\, September 30; 2700 Southwest Freeway; 9 am to 1 pm \nREGISTER HERE! \nOther Wash Days:\nThis is one of three wash days. If you are interested in helping to wash our sleeping bags or tents please sign up for those as well! \nSleeping Bag Wash Day: Wednesday\, September 25 \nTent Wash Day: Wednesday\, October 16 \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/backpack-wash-day/
LOCATION:The Woods Project\, 2700 Southwest Freeway\, Houston\, TX\, 77098\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240904T022546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T005349Z
UID:10939-1727395200-1727654399@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Fall JLP Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Brazos Bend State Park\n  \nJoin us for a rewarding weekend at Brazos Bend State Park\, where our Junior Leaders will step into leadership roles while assisting with group activities. As a volunteer\, you’ll support their growth by guiding them in tasks such as hiking\, biking\, camp setup\, and teaching outdoor skills to newly accepted JLP participants. Your presence will help foster a positive environment for leadership development\, teamwork\, and hands-on learning. Enjoy the park’s natural beauty\, wildlife\, and if weather allows\, stargazing. It’s a great way to support the next generation of leaders!
URL:https://thewoodsproject.org/calendar/fall-jlp-weekend-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240724T204150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T015204Z
UID:10884-1727290800-1727296200@thewoodsproject.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Trip Leader Orientation
DESCRIPTION:For those that are unavailable for the in-person class we have scheduled a virtual trip leader orientation. It is scheduled for Wednesday\, September 25 at 7pm. 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/10884/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T061829
CREATED:20240820T020843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T011848Z
UID:10904-1727247600-1727278200@thewoodsproject.org
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. The morning shift will meet at the TWP warehouse on 6910 Renwick and the second shift will meet at the LaundroLab laundromat. It is a 2 minute drive and is located at 5718 Bellaire Blvd\, just north of Alder Drive and Bellaire Blvd. \nPlease sign up for a volunteer time below:\nWednesday 9/25/2024 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nWednesday 9/25/2024 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nThis is the first of three wash days. If you are interested in helping to wash our backpacks or tents please sign up for those as well! \nBackpack Wash Day Monday\, September 30 \nTent Wash Day: Wednesday\, October 16 \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-3/
LOCATION:TWP Warehouse\, 6910 Renwick Drive\, Suite V\, Houston\, 77081\, United States
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