BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Trail Conservancy - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Trail Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T100000 DTSTAMP:20260821T194138Z CREATED:20260821T193057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T194138Z UID:10000760-1790321400-1790330400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk with Travis Audubon DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/bird-walk-with-travis-audubon-20/ LOCATION:Holly Shores Trail Overlook\, 61 PEDERNALES STREET\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/TEMPLATE-4-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T210000 DTSTAMP:20260917T182255Z CREATED:20260917T181038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182255Z UID:10000783-1790362800-1790370000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: WaterWork (Night 1) 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 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 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/volunteer-waterwork/ LOCATION:Auditorium Shores\, 900 W Riverside Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WATERWORK-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T213000 DTSTAMP:20260701T212215Z CREATED:20260701T212054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T212215Z UID:10000675-1790366400-1790371800@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:WaterWork (Night 1) 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 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 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/waterwork-night-1-2/ LOCATION:Seaholm Intake\, 707 West Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts+Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WATERWORK-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000 DTSTAMP:20260828T161132Z CREATED:20260828T161132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T161132Z UID:10000771-1790409600-1790416800@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:BIPOC Bird Walk with Travis Audubon DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 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/bipoc-bird-walk-with-travis-audubon/ LOCATION:Unity Underpass\, 207 S Pleasant Valley Rd\, Austin\, TX 78741 CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/TEMPLATE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T180000 DTSTAMP:20260827T204252Z CREATED:20260827T202920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T204252Z UID:10000770-1790442000-1790445600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:"All Boats Bloom" Sound Performance 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 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 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/all-boats-bloom-sound-performance/ LOCATION:Auditorium Shores\, 900 W Riverside Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts+Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/sound-performance.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T210000 DTSTAMP:20260917T182506Z CREATED:20260917T182345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182506Z UID:10000784-1790449200-1790456400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: WaterWork (Night 2) 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 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 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/volunteer-waterwork-night-2/ LOCATION:Auditorium Shores\, 900 W Riverside Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WATERWORK-2-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T213000 DTSTAMP:20260701T212157Z CREATED:20260701T212157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T212157Z UID:10000676-1790452800-1790458200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:WaterWork (Night 2) 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 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 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/waterwork-night-2-2/ LOCATION:Seaholm Intake\, 707 West Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts+Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WATERWORK-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T110000 DTSTAMP:20260917T174133Z CREATED:20260623T154644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T174133Z UID:10000741-1790672400-1790679600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trail Restoration Tuesdays 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 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trail-restoration-tuesdays/2026-09-29/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Resto-Tuesdays.jpg GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T190000 DTSTAMP:20260828T170014Z CREATED:20260828T165125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T170014Z UID:10000773-1790701200-1790708400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Ways of Seeing: Smartphone Photography Workshop on the Trail DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 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/ways-of-seeing-smartphone-photography-workshop-on-the-trail/ LOCATION:Holly Fishing Pier\, Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail\, 2 Robert T Martinez Jr St\, Austin\, TX 78702\, Austin CATEGORIES:Arts+Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WAYS-of-seeing-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T110000 DTSTAMP:20260811T193019Z CREATED:20260803T201120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T193019Z UID:10000746-1790758800-1790766000@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 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 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-5/2026-09-30/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T193000 DTSTAMP:20260824T204311Z CREATED:20260824T203549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T204311Z UID:10000767-1790791200-1790796600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | Grace Rowland 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 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-grace-rowland/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/roy-and-spice.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000 DTSTAMP:20260916T214123Z CREATED:20260914T212408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T214123Z UID:10000776-1791014400-1791025200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Kids on Bikes in Parks DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/kids-on-bikes-in-parks-8/ LOCATION:Chicano Park\, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Event-Featured-Images-9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T110000 DTSTAMP:20260917T174133Z CREATED:20260623T154644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T174133Z UID:10000777-1791277200-1791284400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trail Restoration Tuesdays 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 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trail-restoration-tuesdays/2026-10-06/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Resto-Tuesdays.jpg GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T110000 DTSTAMP:20260811T193019Z CREATED:20260803T201120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T193019Z UID:10000747-1791363600-1791370800@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 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 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-5/2026-10-07/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T193000 DTSTAMP:20260824T204640Z CREATED:20260824T204439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T204640Z UID:10000768-1791396000-1791401400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | Stephanie Bergara 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 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-stephanie-bergara/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/pay-byrne.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T103000 DTSTAMP:20260921T142851Z CREATED:20260914T203959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T142851Z UID:10000775-1791622800-1791628200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Open House: Eastside Family Garden Design Concepts 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 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 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/design-concepts-eastside-family-garden-project/ LOCATION:Lorraine “Grandma” Camacho Activity Center\, 35 Robert T Martinez Jr St\, Austin\, TX 78702 CATEGORIES:Community Engagement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/EFG-engagement-10.10.26.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T110000 DTSTAMP:20260917T174133Z CREATED:20260623T154644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T174133Z UID:10000778-1791882000-1791889200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trail Restoration Tuesdays 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 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trail-restoration-tuesdays/2026-10-13/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Resto-Tuesdays.jpg GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T110000 DTSTAMP:20260811T193019Z CREATED:20260803T201120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T193019Z UID:10000748-1791968400-1791975600@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 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 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-5/2026-10-14/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T193000 DTSTAMP:20260824T205142Z CREATED:20260824T204816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T205142Z UID:10000769-1792000800-1792006200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Music On The Trail | The Animeros 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 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/music-on-the-trail-the-animeros/ LOCATION:Rainey Street Trailhead\, 36 East Ave\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Kids + Family,Music On The Trail Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/nik-parr.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T113000 DTSTAMP:20260922T183944Z CREATED:20260922T183944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T183944Z UID:10000787-1792227600-1792236600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Think Trees: An Ethnobotanical Tree Tour of the Trail DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 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/think-trees-an-ethnobotanical-tree-tour-of-the-trail/ LOCATION:Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach in Town Lake Metropolitan Park\, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Think-Trees.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T200000 DTSTAMP:20260622T201713Z CREATED:20260115T205612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T201713Z 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 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 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/2026/06/twilight.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T110000 DTSTAMP:20260917T174133Z CREATED:20260623T154644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T174133Z UID:10000779-1792486800-1792494000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trail Restoration Tuesdays 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 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trail-restoration-tuesdays/2026-10-20/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Resto-Tuesdays.jpg GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T110000 DTSTAMP:20260811T193019Z CREATED:20260803T201120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T193019Z UID:10000749-1792573200-1792580400@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 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 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-5/2026-10-21/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000 DTSTAMP:20260828T162521Z CREATED:20260828T162521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162521Z UID:10000772-1792832400-1792839600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Let's Go Birding Together (LGBT) Bird Walk with Travis Audubon DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 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/lets-go-birding-together-lgbt-bird-walk-with-travis-audubon/ LOCATION:Unity Underpass\, 207 S Pleasant Valley Rd\, Austin\, TX 78741 CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/TEMPLATE-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000 DTSTAMP:20260922T182614Z CREATED:20260922T181533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T182614Z UID:10000786-1792832400-1792839600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:BioBlitz! | Roots & Wings Festival 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 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 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/bioblitz-roots-wings-festival/ LOCATION:Holly Fishing Pier\, Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail\, 2 Robert T Martinez Jr St\, Austin\, TX 78702\, Austin CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/BioBlitz.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T110000 DTSTAMP:20260917T174133Z CREATED:20260623T154644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T174133Z UID:10000780-1793091600-1793098800@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trail Restoration Tuesdays 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 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trail-restoration-tuesdays/2026-10-27/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Resto-Tuesdays.jpg GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T190000 DTSTAMP:20260828T170517Z CREATED:20260828T170517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T170517Z UID:10000774-1793120400-1793127600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Ways of Seeing: Smartphone Photography Workshop on the Trail DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 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/ways-of-seeing-smartphone-photography-workshop-on-the-trail-2/ LOCATION:Holly Fishing Pier\, Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail\, 2 Robert T Martinez Jr St\, Austin\, TX 78702\, Austin CATEGORIES:Arts+Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WAYS-of-seeing-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T110000 DTSTAMP:20260811T193019Z CREATED:20260803T201120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T193019Z UID:10000750-1793178000-1793185200@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 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 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-5/2026-10-28/ LOCATION:TX CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Wednesday-Volunteer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T100000 DTSTAMP:20260821T194115Z CREATED:20260821T193322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T194115Z UID:10000761-1793345400-1793354400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk with Travis Audubon DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/bird-walk-with-travis-audubon-21/ LOCATION:Holly Shores Trail Overlook\, 61 PEDERNALES STREET\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/TEMPLATE-3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T110000 DTSTAMP:20260917T183221Z CREATED:20260917T183043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T183221Z UID:10000785-1793437200-1793444400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Kayak Trash Cleanup DESCRIPTION:Maraca is on the move! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025 \n \n \n \n The Longhorn Dam Pedestrian Bridge will mark a milestone for the Butler Trail\, completing the loop so Trail users can enjoy a seamless\, traffic-free experience! To celebrate\, we are unveiling our new Maraca benches—a first for the Trail. Designed by Austin-based Lemmo Architecture and Design and fabricated by Harvest Lumber Co.\, these benches honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. A total of 31 benches will be installed along the bridge\, set to open in 2026. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re taking our first Maraca bench on a trip around the Trail for everyone to see! The “roadshow” bench is the prototype we built to confirm bench height\, depth\, back angle and supports. Through this process\, we decided to reduce the width of the seat by 2-1/2 inches for the 14 benches to be placed on the bridge. The bench plaque will also be slightly smaller than shown at 3 x 10 inches. From February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n \n \n \n February – Rainey Street TrailheadMay – Auditorium ShoresAugust – Holly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FebruaryRainey Street TrailHead \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MayAuditorium Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AugustHolly Shores \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n More About Maraca \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The “Maraca” benches will be made of reclaimed/salvaged hardwood from cypress trees\, and they will feature light tones that are weatherproofed. Additionally\, the benches will be accented with powder-coated steel in shades that honor the neighborhood’s Hispanic roots\, history\, and culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 Inspiration & Design \n \n \n Learn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet. \n \n \n \n See Now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bench Adoption \n \n \n Adopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift. \n \n \n \n Adoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/kayak-trash-cleanup-9/ LOCATION:Austin Rowing Club\, 74 Trinity St\, Austin\, TX 78701 CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/kayak-clean-up-6.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR