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! Wear comfortable […]
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! 6:00-6:30 Meet & Greet: Enjoy mingling with current and new volunteers. 6:30-8:00 Weekend Trip Orientation: Weekend trip schedule & activities Gear information Student and leader expectations Hierarchy of roles and […]
Brazos 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. Saturday night will be spent camping at Brazos […]
On the Thursday before each of our weekend trips, we need assistance picking up U-Hauls, grocery shopping at Costco, pulling gear from the warehouse, and packing groceries and gear into U-Hauls. This is a full day for 4-5 volunteers and is critical to the success of our weekend trips. If possible, please sign up for […]
Lake Livingston or Turkey Creek Lake 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 […]
On the Thursday before each of our weekend trips, we need assistance picking up U-Hauls, grocery shopping at Costco, pulling gear from the warehouse, and packing groceries and gear into U-Hauls. This is a full day for 4-5 volunteers and is critical to the success of our weekend trips. If possible, please sign up for […]
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park Martin Dies, Jr. 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 Steinhagen Reservoir at Martin Dies, Jr. State Park. On Saturday, the group will be split into […]
REGISTER TODAY! www.walkforthewoodsproject.org Walk for The Woods Project brings TWP students and supporters together for a 5K walking tour through the historic East End neighborhood and along the Buffalo Bayou, ending with family fun, food, and live music at BakerRipley Ripley House. It is our most important fundraiser of the year and promises to be […]
On the Thursday before each of our weekend trips, we need assistance picking up U-Hauls, grocery shopping at Costco, pulling gear from the warehouse, and packing groceries and gear into U-Hauls. This is a full day for 4-5 volunteers and is critical to the success of our weekend trips. If possible, please sign up for […]
Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary or Turkey Creek Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary Service Project: 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 […]
Turkey 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. […]
This 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 […]
