BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Trail Conservancy - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Trail Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260217T180943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T224726Z UID:10000540-1773252000-1773257400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | Next of Kin DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-next-of-kin/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/next-of-kin.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T120000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260304T154742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T154742Z UID:10000549-1773478800-1773489600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trail Stewardship Saturdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trail-stewardship-saturdays/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260105T190434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T204755Z UID:10000522-1773824400-1773831600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Plant Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-2/2026-03-18/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260217T190947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T224756Z UID:10000541-1773856800-1773862200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | Lorena DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-lorena/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/lorena.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260219T165410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T170246Z UID:10000546-1774083600-1774094400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Kids on Bikes in Parks DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/kids-on-bikes-in-parks-6/ LOCATION:Chicano Park\, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Event-Featured-Images-9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260304T155023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T155023Z UID:10000562-1774083600-1774094400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trail Stewardship Saturdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trail-stewardship-saturdays-2/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260105T190434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T204755Z UID:10000523-1774429200-1774436400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Plant Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-2/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260217T193621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T182435Z UID:10000542-1774461600-1774467000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | Madam Radar DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-madam-radar/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/madam-radar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260305T201053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T201606Z UID:10000564-1774548000-1774553400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:TRIBEZA on the Trail DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/tribeza-on-the-trail/ LOCATION:Seaholm Intake Facility\, 801 West Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts+Culture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T100000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260114T204123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T204348Z UID:10000527-1774596600-1774605600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk with Travis Audubon DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/bird-walk-with-travis-audubon-17/ LOCATION:Holly Shores Trail Overlook\, 61 PEDERNALES STREET\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260304T155300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T155300Z UID:10000563-1774688400-1774699200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trail Stewardship Saturdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trail-stewardship-saturdays-3/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260105T190434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T204755Z UID:10000524-1775034000-1775041200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Plant Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-2/2026-04-01/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260217T215703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T224845Z UID:10000543-1775066400-1775071800@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | Uncle Roy & Spice DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-uncle-roy-spice/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/roy-and-spice.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260105T190434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T204755Z UID:10000525-1775638800-1775646000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Plant Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-2/2026-04-08/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260217T222148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T224905Z UID:10000544-1775671200-1775676600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | Pat Byrne DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-pat-byrne/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/pay-byrne.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260317T181827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T183346Z UID:10000566-1775898000-1775905200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:TEMPO on the Trail Opening Celebration DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/tempo-on-the-trail-open-house/ LOCATION:Seaholm Intake Facility\, 801 West Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts+Culture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260105T190434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T204755Z UID:10000567-1776243600-1776250800@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Plant Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-2/2026-04-15/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260217T223158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T194907Z UID:10000545-1776880800-1776886200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | Nik Parr DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-nik-parr/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/nik-parr.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T133000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260115T173513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T181558Z UID:10000529-1777021200-1777037400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Earth Day Cleanup 2026 DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/earth-day-cleanup-2026/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Signature Events,Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Event-Featured-Images-3.png GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260115T202716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180154Z UID:10000530-1777107600-1777122000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Holly Shores Bioblitz 2026 DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/holly-shores-bioblitz-2026/ LOCATION:2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street Austin\, Texas 78702\, 2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702 CATEGORIES:Education,Kids + Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Holly-BioBlitz-Spring-2023-04.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260331T204952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T204952Z UID:10000569-1777453200-1777460400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Plant Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-3/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T202354Z UID:10000584-1778058000-1778065200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-4/2026-05-06/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260501T203648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T204027Z UID:10000649-1778317200-1778328000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Kayak Trash Cleanup DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/kayak-trash-cleanup/ LOCATION:Austin Rowing Club\, 74 Trinity St\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/volunteer-on-the-trail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T202354Z UID:10000585-1778662800-1778670000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-4/2026-05-13/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T100000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260114T204238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T204238Z UID:10000528-1778830200-1778839200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk with Travis Audubon DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/bird-walk-with-travis-audubon-18/ LOCATION:Holly Shores Trail Overlook\, 61 PEDERNALES STREET\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T202354Z UID:10000586-1779267600-1779274800@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-4/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260219T172115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T172249Z UID:10000547-1779523200-1779534000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Kids on Bikes in Parks DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/kids-on-bikes-in-parks-7/ LOCATION:Chicano Park\, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Event-Featured-Images-9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T202354Z UID:10000587-1779872400-1779879600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-4/2026-05-27/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T120000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260501T203804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T204153Z UID:10000650-1780131600-1780142400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Kayak Trash Cleanup DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/kayak-trash-cleanup-2/ LOCATION:Austin Rowing Club\, 74 Trinity St\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/volunteer-on-the-trail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T073717 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T202354Z UID:10000588-1780477200-1780484400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Workdays DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/wednesday-plant-workdays-4/2026-06-03/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR