Join the McKinney Parks Foundation & Lead the Way!

The McKinney Parks Foundation is growing, and we need strong, motivated individuals who care about the environment and public access to nature! We host monthly Saturday trail workdays (811 AM) where volunteers tackle projects like trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and park improvements. Volunteers can earn service hours for their group or projectand we need leaders to help make it happen!

Opportunities to Lead

Were looking for dedicated volunteers ready to step up as Trail Crew Leads and Learning Garden Docents. If you want to do more than just show upif you want to guide, teach, and make an impactthis is your chance.

Trail Crew Leads (No experience necessarywell train you!)

• Lead small teams on trail workdays.
• Demonstrate proper tool use (well show you the ropes).
• Help load/unload tools from the trailer.
• Assist with volunteer check-in.
• Occasionally help maintain our tool storage shed.
• Option to attend board meetings and contribute to leadership decisions.

Learning Garden Docents

• Engage with visitors at the upcoming East McKinney Learning Garden.
• Share knowledge about native plants, pollinators, and sustainable gardening.
• Lead short tours and hands-on activities for groups.

Why Join Us?

• Get hands-on experience in conservation and leadership.
• Help shape and improve McKinneys trails and green spaces.
• Build skills that can apply to careers in environmental work, education, or public service.
• Have fun, connect with like-minded people, and see the direct impact of your work!

Must be 18+ and ready to contribute. No prior experience neededjust a willingness to learn and lead!

Ready to step up? Reach out to us today and let us know where you are looking to lead the way!

Contact: Rick Moreno, President, [email protected]