BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Trail Conservancy - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Trail Conservancy 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:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250902 DTSTAMP:20250919T150340Z CREATED:20250124T183900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T150340Z UID:10000380-1738800000-1756771199@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Maraca Bench Tour DESCRIPTION:The Maraca Bench Trail Tour 2025\nThe 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 \nWe’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. \nFrom February through the Fall of 2025\, catch a prototype of the Maraca bench at three spots on the Trail: \n\nFebruary – Rainey Street Trailhead\nMay – Auditorium Shores\nAugust – Holly Shores\n\nFebruary\nRainey Street TrailHead \nMay\nAuditorium Shores \nAugust\nHolly Shores \nThe “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  \nInspiration & Design\nLearn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet.\nSee Now \nBench Adoption\nAdopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift.\nAdoption Details \nInspiration & Design\nLearn more about the unique bench designs and the local inspiration behind them from Lemmo Architecture and Design’s design booklet.\nSee Now \nBench Adoption\nAdopting a bench is a wonderful way to honor a loved one or give a meaningful gift.\nAdoption Details URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/maraca-bench-tour/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T123000 DTSTAMP:20250422T204320Z CREATED:20250314T184256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T204320Z UID:10000409-1746270000-1746275400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing with Cultured Forest DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n \n \nReconnect with Nature & Refresh Your Mind\nForest Bathing with Cultured Forest \n May 3\n @\n11:00 am\n –\n12:30 pm \nIn honor of Mental Health Awareness Month\, step into serenity with Cultured Forest as we introduce you to the rejuvenating practice of Shinrin-Yoku\, or “Forest Bathing.” This immersive Japanese tradition encourages deep\, mindful connection with nature\, offering a peaceful retreat from the stresses of daily life. \nDuring this guided experience\, you’ll join a community of fellow nature lovers as you explore soothing mindfulness techniques\, gentle nature-based meditations\, and restorative walking exercises. Whether you’re seeking relaxation\, clarity\, or simply a moment to breathe\, this session will leave you feeling refreshed\, grounded\, and deeply connected to the world around you. \nAbout the Class\nBrooke Mellen\, founder of Cultured Forest\, will lead this experience. Brooke studied Forest Bathing in Japan and holds a certificate in Forest Medicine. Cultured Forest has been featured on the Today Show\, WSJ Magazine\, and Vogue. \nThis class will involve a 1/2 mile on easy terrain. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes. \n\n \n Peace Point \n \n\n2200 S Lakeshore Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78741\n \n Austin\,\n Texas\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n Related Events\n\n\n \n \n\n \n Pilates Fusion Class | TrailFit: TruFusion Spring Fitness Series \n\n\n May 5 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \n\n\n \n \n\n \n Guided Meditation with ATX Yoga Girl \n\n\n May 12 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n Plant Work Day | April 30 \n\n\n \n Pilates Fusion Class | TrailFit: TruFusion Spring Fitness Series URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/forest-bathing-with-cultured-forest/ LOCATION:Peace Point\, 2200 S Lakeshore Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78741\, Austin\, Texas CATEGORIES:TrailFit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T193000 DTSTAMP:20250421T150939Z CREATED:20250128T203612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T150939Z UID:10000383-1746468000-1746473400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Pilates Fusion Class | TrailFit: TruFusion Spring Fitness Series DESCRIPTION:TrailFit Spring Fitness Series\nOn the first Monday of March\, April\, and May enjoy a FREE workout at Auditorium Shores with TruFusion Austin. The fitness experts at TruFusion will provide a different class each month: Barre Fusion\, Yoga\, and Pilates Fusion. \nWhether you’re a seasoned fitness enthusiast or just getting started\, no experience is required. Each session will be guided by an experienced instructor from TruFusion\, making it a fun and supportive environment for all fitness levels. \n  \nRSVP HERE \n\nAbout the Class\nJoin us for the final class of our TrailFit: TruFusion Spring Fitness Series at Auditorium Shores on Monday\, May 5th at 6:00 PM!  \nFinish your day strong & sweat it out with us in this high-energy Pilates Fusion class! Experience the perfect fusion of Pilates Mat drills\, high-intensity interval training\, and yoga. This dynamic workout strengthens\, tones\, and revitalizes your body and soul with a focus on finding Joy in Movement! \nPlus\, there will be swag bags with samples and discounts from local vendors! All participants are also eligible for an exclusive discount on TruFusion membership. \n  \nWHAT TO BRING:  \n\nYoga Mat\nSweat Towel \nWater Bottle \n\n  \nPlease fill out the event waiver here: https://www.waiverking.com/print/27452?landingpage=TruFusionSouthAustinMembershipForms URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/pilates-fusion/ LOCATION:Auditorium Shores\, 900 W Riverside Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:TrailFit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T120000 DTSTAMP:20250501T212751Z CREATED:20250501T212751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T212751Z UID:10000414-1746867600-1746878400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trash Cleanup | Holly Fishing Pier DESCRIPTION:Trash Cleanups\nThe Trail Conservancy continues to work towards keeping our Trail clean and beautiful by organizing trash cleanup to combat litter from our city. Volunteers will use grabbers to gather trash from the Trail and shoreline. TTC will provide materials\, gloves\, and extra water for volunteers. \n\nEvent Details\nRegister Here \n\nMeeting Location: Holly Fishing Pier – Look out for an orange TTC tent\nParking Location: Free parking in the parking lot south of the Camacho Center and street parking along Jesse E. Segovia St.\nWhat to Wear and Bring:  Please wear closed-toed shoes and pants. TTC will provide all the bags\, trash grabbers\, and gloves for volunteers.\n\n\nVolunteer On The Trail\nLooking for more volunteer opportunities? Our GivePulse page lists all upcoming volunteer events: URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trash-cleanup-holly/ LOCATION:2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street Austin\, Texas 78702\, 2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702 CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thetrailconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/volunteer-on-the-trail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T120000 DTSTAMP:20250509T212925Z CREATED:20250403T145346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T212925Z UID:10000411-1746871200-1746878400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Holly Project Fishing Pier Ribbon Cutting DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Holly Project Fishing Pier Ribbon Cutting\n May 10\n @\n10:00 am\n –\n12:00 pm \n\n\n \n 2 Robert T Martinez Jr St\, Austin\, TX 78702\n \n \n\nHave you noticed some construction along the Trail’s northeast shoreline? It’s almost a finished fishing pier! Join TTC for the Holly Project Fishing Pier ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday\, May 10\, from 10 AM – 12 PM at Edward Rendon Sr Park. This event will have music from DJ Wiz\, an art activation by Armando “Taner” Martinez\, and delicious snacks for the community to enjoy.  \nWant to learn about this project’s background? Read about the Holly Project below. \n \n\n\n\n\n Trash Cleanup | Holly Fishing Pier \n\n\n \n Guided Meditation with ATX Yoga Girl URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/fishing-pier-ribbon-cutting/ LOCATION:2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street Austin\, Texas 78702\, 2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702 CATEGORIES:Project Celebrations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T193000 DTSTAMP:20250422T203612Z CREATED:20250314T192459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T203612Z UID:10000410-1747074600-1747078200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Guided Meditation with ATX Yoga Girl DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n \nCalm Your Mind With Meditation\nGuided Meditation \n May 12\n @\n6:30 pm\n –\n7:30 pm \nJoin us for a guided meditation and mindfulness session of the Trail with ATX Yoga Girl\, Cynthia Bernard. This immersive experience will help you cultivate presence and inner peace\, and inspire you to make life itself a daily meditation. \nMeet the Instructor: ATX Yoga Girl\nCynthia Aguillón Bernard is a Certified Adult & Children’s Yoga & Meditation Teacher\, Retreat Guide\, Mindfulness Facilitator and Sound Alchemist. She is the creator of the Cosmic Nap\, a Sound Bath Journey connecting you to the cosmos and inward with the help of frequency + vibrational healing. \nShe enjoys sharing a combination of these holistic practices as a way to help you invite more presence into your daily life. Cynthia holds a conscious space for her clients to go deeper into recognizing their own gifts and open up to their true loving self. She devotes much of her time leading our next generation of conscious change makers through movement\, mindfulness\, and FUN! Sparking joy wherever she goes. \n \n\n Related Events\n\n\n \n \n\n \n Forest Bathing with Cultured Forest \n\n\n May 3 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm \n\n\n \n \n\n \n Pilates Fusion Class | TrailFit: TruFusion Spring Fitness Series \n\n\n May 5 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n Holly Project Fishing Pier Ribbon Cutting \n\n\n \n Plant Work Day | May 14 URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/guided-meditation-with-atx-yoga-girl/ LOCATION:Lakeshore Park\, 1820 S Lakeshore Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States CATEGORIES:TrailFit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T110000 DTSTAMP:20250219T220351Z CREATED:20250219T220351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T220351Z UID:10000393-1747213200-1747220400@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Plant Work Day | May 14 DESCRIPTION:Weekly Plant Workdays \nJoin us on every other Wednesday to repot\, water\, maintain\, and take care of native plants. No previous tree or potting experience is required.  TTC will provide materials\, gloves\, and extra water for volunteers. \n  \nEvent Details\nRegister Here \n\nMeeting Location: Holly Trailhead (GoogleMaps Link). Please look for an orange TTC flag or tent.\nParking Information: Free parking south of the Camacho Community Center (GoogleMaps Link)\nWhat to bring and wear: Wear closed-toed shoes\, long pants\, and sun protection (sunglasses and a hat). Bring a filled water bottle. TTC will provide gloves and tools for the event. \n\n\nVolunteer On The Trail\nLooking for more volunteer opportunities? Our GivePulse page lists all upcoming volunteer events: URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/plant-workday-may-14/ LOCATION:2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street Austin\, Texas 78702\, 2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702 CATEGORIES:Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T110000 DTSTAMP:20250501T213108Z CREATED:20250501T213108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T213108Z UID:10000415-1747468800-1747479600@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Trash Cleanup | Auditorium Shores DESCRIPTION:Trash Cleanups\nThe Trail Conservancy continues to work towards keeping our Trail clean and beautiful by organizing trash cleanup to combat litter from our city. Volunteers will use grabbers to gather trash from the Trail and shoreline. TTC will provide materials\, gloves\, and extra water for volunteers. \n\nEvent Details\nRegister Here \n\nMeeting Location: Auditorium Shores – Look out for an orange TTC tent\nParking Location: Free limited parking in the Auditorium Shores Parking and street parking along W. Riverside Drive.\nWhat to Wear and Bring:  Please wear closed-toed shoes and pants. TTC will provide all the bags\, trash grabbers\, and gloves for volunteers.\n\n\nVolunteer On The Trail\nLooking for more volunteer opportunities? Our GivePulse page lists all upcoming volunteer events: URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/trash-cleanup-auditorium-shores/ LOCATION:Auditorium Shores\, 900 W Riverside Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T120000 DTSTAMP:20250422T163359Z CREATED:20250422T163147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T163359Z UID:10000412-1748077200-1748088000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Kids on Bikes in Parks DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n \n \nKids on Bikes in Parks\n May 24\n @\n9:00 am\n –\n12:00 pm \nKids on Bikes in Parks is a free cycling event presented by Violet Crown\, The LeadOut Foundation\, and The Trail Conservancy. We have a closed course of 1000 ft of grassy parkland for children ages 5-15 to ride their bikes on. We will have open track time with experienced cyclists present to teach lessons and at the top of every hour\, we will have timed laps for kids to test themselves and track their progress. \nWe will have a fleet of bikes provided by WOOM Bikes on hand for any child wishing to try one or without a bike of their own to ride the course. All participants are eligible to receive some giveaways from Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop and Trek Bikes. \nParents/guardians must remain on-site but can enjoy some cold beverages while supervising their children on the course. PLEASE NOTE: HELMETS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES WHEN ON A BIKE. \nGetting to the Event\nKids on Bikes in Parks is hosted at Chicano Park. A small parking lot is right in front of the event\, and ample street parking is available in the surrounding area.  \n\n \n Chicano Park \n \n\n2101 Jesse E. Segovia St\n \n Austin\,\n Texas\n 78702\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Plant Work Day | May 14 \n\n\n \n Plant Work Day | May 28 URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/kids-on-bikes-in-parks-4/ 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:20250528T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T110000 DTSTAMP:20250219T220534Z CREATED:20250219T220534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T220534Z UID:10000394-1748422800-1748430000@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Plant Work Day | May 28 DESCRIPTION:Weekly Plant Workdays \nJoin us on every other Wednesday to repot\, water\, maintain\, and take care of native plants. No previous tree or potting experience is required.  TTC will provide materials\, gloves\, and extra water for volunteers. \n  \nEvent Details\nRegister Here \n\nMeeting Location: Holly Trailhead (GoogleMaps Link). Please look for an orange TTC flag or tent.\nParking Information: Free parking south of the Camacho Community Center (GoogleMaps Link)\nWhat to bring and wear: Wear closed-toed shoes\, long pants\, and sun protection (sunglasses and a hat). Bring a filled water bottle. TTC will provide gloves and tools for the event. \n\n\nVolunteer On The Trail\nLooking for more volunteer opportunities? Our GivePulse page lists all upcoming volunteer events: URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/plant-workday-may-28/ LOCATION:2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street Austin\, Texas 78702\, 2 Robert T Martinez Junior Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702 CATEGORIES:Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T100000 DTSTAMP:20250218T220425Z CREATED:20250123T160025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T220425Z UID:10000379-1748590200-1748599200@thetrailconservancy.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk with Travis Audubon DESCRIPTION:Join Rachel Zierzow and TTC staff\, Jonatan Salinas\, to find birds and observe their behavior on the new section of the Butler Trail\, the Holly Trailhead\, historically part of the decommissioned Holly Power Plant at Festival Beach. Recently planted native trees\, shrubs\, wildflowers\, and natural spring water dominate the landscape and provide excellent habitats for many different species of birds. As TTC restores this new section of the trail\, we will see a change of birds\, so you’ll want to come on this monthly walk. \nThis bird walk is ideal for beginners\, but all levels are welcome. We have binoculars to lend to anyone that doesn’t have a pair. Our walk will total 1-2 miles in about 3 hours\, making our way through the Holly Trail and adjacent to Lady Bird Lake to listen to and look for resident birds\, migrants\, and flyovers. The terrain is mostly flat (dissolved gravel trail and sidewalks) and there is ADA accessibility at the Holly Trail Overlook.  In winter\, we will stop at the Holly Trail overlook section of the trail a bit to watch the waterfowl. \nRegistration is required and is limited to 10 participants. A reminder email with pertinent details will be sent before the field trip. Register HERE! URL:https://thetrailconservancy.org/event/bird-walk-with-travis-audubon-11/ LOCATION:Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks GEO:30.2589065;-97.743633 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR