Volunteer: Help Clean Up Caracol Creek Park!Roll up your sleeves and help us restore this beautiful stretch of the creek. Every helping hand makes a difference! Location/GPS Coordinates: 29.433678, -98.705969 Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Time: 9am-11:30am Address: 11163 Rousseau Rd. Parking: Behind Kohl's off Rousseau Rd. Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MGZVKjFSz25jpxrq5 Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and long sleeves, and bring a reusable water bottle. Litter grabbers, gloves and bags provided. For questions, please email parkvolunteer@sanantonio.gov. Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Roll up your sleeves and help us restore this beautiful stretch of the creek. Every helping hand makes a difference! Location/GPS Coordinates: 29.433678, -98.705969 Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Time: 9am-11:30am Address: 11163 Rousseau Rd. Parking: Behind Kohl's off Rousseau Rd. Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MGZVKjFSz25jpxrq5 Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and long sleeves, and bring a reusable water bottle. Litter grabbers, gloves and bags provided. For questions, please email parkvolunteer@sanantonio.gov. Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Mar 21, 2026 Zip Code: 78251 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Blooming with Birdie & the San Antonio Arboretum Present Arbird Day**PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER ON GALAXY DIGITAL** Blooming with Birdie & the San Antonio Arboretum are bringing another nature-based celebration to San Antonio: ArBird Day - Celebrating the birds, the trees, and everything in between! On Sunday, April 26 from 9am–1pm, the Arboretum will transform into a hands-on learning and outdoor exploration under the canopy. ArBird Day is a fun, family-friendly fiesta celebrating the special relationship between birds, trees, and everything in between! You can expect: Free Tree Giveaway & education, Pruning Principles class, Guided Arboretum tours, Little Birder “I Spy” adventure, Bird kite-making, Birding walks…and more nature-filled goodness. To bring this day to life, we’re gathering helpful hands - individuals and groups alike - to help with activities, guide families, and assist with setup and breakdown. As always, we will do our best to place volunteers in roles they prefer. Ages: Volunteers must be 18 years or older. Youth ages 16–17 are welcome to volunteer when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. If you would like to volunteer, please fill out the Volunteer Interest Form. Location: Arboretum San Antonio Address: 4226 SE Military Dr., 78222 Point of contact: Mallory Lancaster Email: mallory@bloomingwithbirdie.com Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation **PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER ON GALAXY DIGITAL** Blooming with Birdie & the San Antonio Arboretum are bringing another nature-based celebration to San Antonio: ArBird Day - Celebrating the birds, the trees, and everything in between! On Sunday, April 26 from 9am–1pm, the Arboretum will transform into a hands-on learning and outdoor exploration under the canopy. ArBird Day is a fun, family-friendly fiesta celebrating the special relationship between birds, trees, and everything in between! You can expect: Free Tree Giveaway & education, Pruning Principles class, Guided Arboretum tours, Little Birder “I Spy” adventure, Bird kite-making, Birding walks…and more nature-filled goodness. To bring this day to life, we’re gathering helpful hands - individuals and groups alike - to help with activities, guide families, and assist with setup and breakdown. As always, we will do our best to place volunteers in roles they prefer. Ages: Volunteers must be 18 years or older. Youth ages 16–17 are welcome to volunteer when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. If you would like to volunteer, please fill out the Volunteer Interest Form. Location: Arboretum San Antonio Address: 4226 SE Military Dr., 78222 Point of contact: Mallory Lancaster Email: mallory@bloomingwithbirdie.com Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Apr 26, 2026 Zip Code: 78222 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Litter Clean Up at Brackenridge ParkJoin the Brackenridge Park Conservancy along Alpine Drive at Brackenridge Park’s Sunken Garden Theater for a litter and brush cleanup to help maintain a healthy environment for people, plants, and wildlife. All materials will be provided (gloves, trash bags, and litter grabbers). Be sure to wear comfortable clothes, wear sunblock and bug spray, and bring your own bottled water. Families of all ages are welcome! Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Timeframe: 10 AM-12 PM Location: Alpine Drive @ Sunken Garden Theater Meeting location: Meet at the Sunken Garden Theater parking lot by the entrance to Alpine Drive. Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HgqKWKU5B56ujJKz9 For additional questions, please email Erin Quintanilla: equintanilla@brackenridgepark.org Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Join the Brackenridge Park Conservancy along Alpine Drive at Brackenridge Park’s Sunken Garden Theater for a litter and brush cleanup to help maintain a healthy environment for people, plants, and wildlife. All materials will be provided (gloves, trash bags, and litter grabbers). Be sure to wear comfortable clothes, wear sunblock and bug spray, and bring your own bottled water. Families of all ages are welcome! Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Timeframe: 10 AM-12 PM Location: Alpine Drive @ Sunken Garden Theater Meeting location: Meet at the Sunken Garden Theater parking lot by the entrance to Alpine Drive. Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HgqKWKU5B56ujJKz9 For additional questions, please email Erin Quintanilla: equintanilla@brackenridgepark.org Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Feb 28, 2026 Zip Code: 78212 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: March Johnson Grass Removal at McAllister Park—Multiple Dates Available**This event is hosted by Friends of McAllister Park. DO NOT register on Galaxy Digital.** The Friends of McAllister Park (FOMP) is working to keep McAllister Park beautiful by slowing the spread of invasive Johnson Grass. Duties may include cutting seed heads, raking thatch, digging and removing rhizomes, or replanting natives. Work sites vary weekly. Please register with FOMP at the highlighted link below for further details. Dates: Sunday, March 8, 2026 Sunday, March 15, 2026 Sunday, March 22, 2026 Sunday, March 29, 2026 Timeframe: 9:45am-12pm Please bring your own gloves and hand pruners if you have them. BE SURE TO REGISTER AT THE GOOGLE LINK BELOW: https://forms.gle/R6vb9abqqT9yDcYs5 Please note: Specific location at McAllister Park will be emailed prior to the event. For additional questions, email Kurt Kummer (k.kummer@comcast.net) Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation **This event is hosted by Friends of McAllister Park. DO NOT register on Galaxy Digital.** The Friends of McAllister Park (FOMP) is working to keep McAllister Park beautiful by slowing the spread of invasive Johnson Grass. Duties may include cutting seed heads, raking thatch, digging and removing rhizomes, or replanting natives. Work sites vary weekly. Please register with FOMP at the highlighted link below for further details. Dates: Sunday, March 8, 2026 Sunday, March 15, 2026 Sunday, March 22, 2026 Sunday, March 29, 2026 Timeframe: 9:45am-12pm Please bring your own gloves and hand pruners if you have them. BE SURE TO REGISTER AT THE GOOGLE LINK BELOW: https://forms.gle/R6vb9abqqT9yDcYs5 Please note: Specific location at McAllister Park will be emailed prior to the event. For additional questions, email Kurt Kummer (k.kummer@comcast.net) Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Mar 27, 2026 Zip Code: 78247 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Garden Day at Stone Oak Park (North Trails)
Volunteers are needed to pull weeds and invasive grasses around the trailhead areas. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring plenty of water, work gloves, and a hat. Date: Friday, March 13, 2026 Timeframe: 8:30am-10:30am Address: 20395 Stone Oak Pkwy. Google map here. Questions? Email david.jimenez@sanantonio.gov or call (210) 207-5320. Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation
Volunteers are needed to pull weeds and invasive grasses around the trailhead areas. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring plenty of water, work gloves, and a hat. Date: Friday, March 13, 2026 Timeframe: 8:30am-10:30am Address: 20395 Stone Oak Pkwy. Google map here. Questions? Email david.jimenez@sanantonio.gov or call (210) 207-5320. Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Mar 13, 2026 Zip Code: 78258 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Basura Bash 2026! (Multiple Locations)Did you know Basura Bash is the largest, single-day watershed litter pickup event in Texas? It is a massive undertaking and hundreds of volunteers are needed at various locations across San Antonio to clean the creeks! To become a BASURA BASH volunteer (individual or team) click here to register. PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP ON GALAXY DIGITAL. For questions, email BasuraBash@RiverAidSanAntonio.org. Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Did you know Basura Bash is the largest, single-day watershed litter pickup event in Texas? It is a massive undertaking and hundreds of volunteers are needed at various locations across San Antonio to clean the creeks! To become a BASURA BASH volunteer (individual or team) click here to register. PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP ON GALAXY DIGITAL. For questions, email BasuraBash@RiverAidSanAntonio.org. Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Mar 7, 2026 Zip Code: 78227 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Garden Day at Panther Springs ParkVolunteers are needed to help pull weeds and grasses from the front entrance garden bed. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, a hat, and bring plenty of water and work gloves. Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Timeframe: 8:30am-10:30am Address: 22635 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78260 Meeting location: Meet by the dog park front entrance Google map here. Questions? Email david.jimenez@sanantonio.gov or call (210) 207-5320. Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Volunteers are needed to help pull weeds and grasses from the front entrance garden bed. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, a hat, and bring plenty of water and work gloves. Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Timeframe: 8:30am-10:30am Address: 22635 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78260 Meeting location: Meet by the dog park front entrance Google map here. Questions? Email david.jimenez@sanantonio.gov or call (210) 207-5320. Program: San Antonio Parks and Recreation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Feb 27, 2026 Zip Code: 78260 Allow Groups: Yes |