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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20280312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20281105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000606-1791363600-1791370800@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-4/2026-10-07/ 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:20261014T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000607-1791968400-1791975600@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-4/2026-10-14/ 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:20261018T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T200000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260115T205612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T205612Z UID:10000531-1792344600-1792353600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Twilight on the Trail 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/twilight-on-the-trail-2026/ LOCATION:Four Seasons Hotel Austin\, 98 San Jacinto Boulevard\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:Signature Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/54887337677_799524ebb0_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000608-1792573200-1792580400@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-4/2026-10-21/ 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:20261028T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000609-1793178000-1793185200@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-4/2026-10-28/ 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:20261104T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000610-1793782800-1793790000@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-4/2026-11-04/ 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:20261111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000611-1794387600-1794394800@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-4/2026-11-11/ 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:20261118T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000612-1794992400-1794999600@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-4/2026-11-18/ 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:20261125T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000613-1795597200-1795604400@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-4/2026-11-25/ 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:20261202T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000614-1796202000-1796209200@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-4/2026-12-02/ 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:20261209T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000615-1796806800-1796814000@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-4/2026-12-09/ 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:20261216T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000616-1797411600-1797418800@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-4/2026-12-16/ 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:20261223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000617-1798016400-1798023600@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-4/2026-12-23/ 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:20261230T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261230T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000618-1798621200-1798628400@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-4/2026-12-30/ 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:20270106T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270106T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000619-1799226000-1799233200@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-4/2027-01-06/ 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:20270113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270113T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000620-1799830800-1799838000@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-4/2027-01-13/ 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:20270120T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270120T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000621-1800435600-1800442800@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-4/2027-01-20/ 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:20270127T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270127T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000622-1801040400-1801047600@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-4/2027-01-27/ 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:20270203T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270203T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000623-1801645200-1801652400@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-4/2027-02-03/ 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:20270210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270210T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000624-1802250000-1802257200@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-4/2027-02-10/ 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:20270217T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270217T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000625-1802854800-1802862000@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-4/2027-02-17/ 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:20270224T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270224T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000626-1803459600-1803466800@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-4/2027-02-24/ 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:20270303T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270303T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000627-1804064400-1804071600@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-4/2027-03-03/ 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:20270310T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270310T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000628-1804669200-1804676400@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-4/2027-03-10/ 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:20270317T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270317T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000629-1805274000-1805281200@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-4/2027-03-17/ 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:20270324T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270324T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000630-1805878800-1805886000@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-4/2027-03-24/ 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:20270331T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270331T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000631-1806483600-1806490800@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-4/2027-03-31/ 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:20270407T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270407T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000632-1807088400-1807095600@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-4/2027-04-07/ 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:20270414T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270414T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000633-1807693200-1807700400@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-4/2027-04-14/ 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:20270421T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270421T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T065537 CREATED:20260428T173238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T173238Z UID:10000634-1808298000-1808305200@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-4/2027-04-21/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/volunteer-on-the-trail-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR