Volunteering With the Cibolo Center for Conservation

Texas Master Naturalist Service Project - Class of 2026

This opportunity is reserved for the Hill Country Texas Master Naturalist Class of 2026. Please visit our calendar for other available options.

Date: April 25
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Cibolo Center for Conservation
140 City Park Rd.

Join us for a hands-on land restoration service project supporting both ecological management and aesthetic improvements at The Cibolo. Volunteers will assist with a variety of land stewardship activities, to include removal of small ligustrum, install water/soil bars to stop erosion and plant trees. 

Tools & Equipment

Lopping shears, a 4-lb hammer sledge, and an 8-lb sledge will be used. Water bars will be pre-drilled and ready for installation using ½-inch reinforcement bar. Some tools will be provided, but volunteers are welcome to bring their own.

What to Expect

• Being outdoors for prolonged periods

• Plenty of walking

• Bending, standing, and crouching

• Volunteer shifts are rain or shine; tasks may change depending on weather conditions

The project area is easily accessible, and some transportation will be available. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

What to Bring

• Clothing you don’t mind getting dirty

• Closed-toe shoes

• Gardening gloves and tools (some will be provided)

• Insect repellent and sunscreen

• Plenty of water

Getting to The Cibolo

• Enter through the main gate at 140 City Park Road

• Follow the driveway until you see parking lots on the right

• Park where convenient and walk to the Nature Center area

• Meet your volunteer shift leader at the Visitor’s Center