A group of smiling volunteers pose with trash they've collected at one of the Preserve's trails.

National Public Lands Day

Big Thicket National Preserve

Special Event
  • Sep 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
  • Free

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with stewardship!

Help us clean up and beautify the Sundew Trailhead, one of the Preserve's most popular trails. All participants will receive a free 1-day coupon for entry into a participating federal public land within the calendar year.

Learn more and registerĀ at: Volunteer.gov

Work will include:

  • Picking up trash and debris in the parking lot andĀ on trail
  • Lifting trash bags (less than 40lbs)
  • Using trash grabbers
  • Painting trailhead structures and fencing
  • Trimming overgrown vegetation
  • Assisting with other cleanup related tasks

There will be a required safety meeting at each cleanup site before work begins. ASL Interpreters will be available for the duration of the event. Volunteers are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes, and to bring water, bug spray, and sunscreen. Park staff will supply all necessary equipment (gloves, bags, trash grabbers, painting materials).

More information

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Reservation or Registration

Reservations details TBD.

Location

Sundew Trailhead County Road 1910 Warren, TX 77664

Latitude and Longitude 30.548225, -94.409754

Schedule

Date:

Sep 26, 2026

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

2 hours

Event Type

  • Volunteer Event
Tags: npld, volunteer , national public lands day, volunteers in parks