Our Impact in Action
We believe in the power of collective action, and our Impact Stories showcase the concrete ways in which our volunteers, partners, and donors contribute to the preservation and enhancement of Texas's state parks. Join us in celebrating these successes!
Reopening Galveston Island State Park
Event Date: May 2022
After being closed for years due to a planned rebuild and subsequent COVID lockdowns, the park needed a considerable amount of work before it could welcome the public once again. Determined to speed up the reopening process, Get Outside Alliance organized a group of volunteers to assist with the much-needed groundwork. In one day, our team managed to assemble and set 64 campsite tables and an equal number of fire rings. When the Regional Director happened to visit the park, he was astonished to learn that the work that would've taken their limited staff weeks or even months to complete was accomplished in a single day. Our efforts were not just about funding or supplies; it was about mobilizing our community to protect and enhance our beloved state parks.
Community Partnership with H-E-B
Event Date: April 2023
In April 2023, Get Outside Alliance partnered with H-E-B, one of Texas's beloved companies, to host a significant volunteer event at Huntsville State Park. Over 50 H-E-B partners joined with Get Outside Alliance gathered to assist the park staff in painting new trail signs to be displayed around the park. Additionally, volunteers were able to participate in kayaking and hiking groups dedicated to park clean-up. This major community partnership had a profound impact on our local park, enhancing its appeal and preserving its natural beauty.
Projects at Government Canyon State Natural Area
Event Date: May 2022
Over the course of three months, multiple groups of volunteers from Get Outside Alliance partnered with the staff at Government Canyon State Natural Area to complete high-impact projects. Notably, our volunteers assisted in a re-leveling project for the park's only ADA accessible trail. Rainwater had slowly eroded away parts of the trail, and new material needed to be brought in to repair the trail. Other volunteers helped to remove and replace old fire rings at all campsites in the park, ensuring safe and enjoyable camping experiences for all park visitors.