Cypress Creek Paddling Trail Development Project
WHEN: June 9, 2012
from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
PROJECT: Construct a paddle trail launch site for the future Cypress Creek Paddling Trail. We will construct steps and place rocks for the access to Cypress Creek, remove litter (from the bank and also from the water if you bring your own canoe or kayak), and construct bank stabilization. We will trim some existing vegetation and remove invasive, exotic plant species. Work boots or closed-toe shoes, long pants and work gloves are recommended (we will have a supply of work gloves available if you do not bring your own). Bayou Preservation Association will bring the tools and supplies needed.
WHERE: Herman Little Park Paddle Trail Launch Site. This is a new park under development located at 18,660 Casper Drive, Spring, Texas 77373.
DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of I-45 and Cypresswood Drive, go about a quarter mile east on Cypresswood Drive to Lockridge (this intersection is controlled by 4 way stop signs). Turn right (south) on Lockridge. Drive 20 mph for about a half mile and just after a bridge, turn right on Casper Drive. At about a half mile, the road turns right, however, enter the park site. There will be a sign with "Herman Little Park" on it. Park your vehicle and follow the signs to the launch site at Cypress Creek. Look for the green Bayou Preservation Association tent.
Please RSVP by noon Thursday, June 7th to bpa@bayoupreservation.org or call 713-529-6443 so that we can provide adequate supervision, equipment and refreshments.
CONTACT: Eric Ruckstuhl at 713-298-3021 or the BPA office at 713-529-6443
Cypress Creek Paddling Trail Development Project
WHEN: Saturday, October 22, 2011
from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
PROJECT: Construct a paddle trail launch site with steps and rocks, litter removal (from the bank and also from the water if you bring your own canoe or kayak), and bank stabilization. Work boots or closed-toe shoes, long pants and work gloves are recommended (we will have a supply of work gloves available if you do not bring your own).
WHERE: Kuykendahl Road Paddle Trail Launch Site at the south east corner of the intersection of Kuykendahl Road and Cypress Creek (about 17100 Kuykendahl Road, 77068).
DIRECTIONS: From northbound Kuykendahl Road, turn on last driveway before bridge and take roadway along Kuykendahl to the south side of Cypress Creek. Look for the green Bayou Preservation Association tent. Caution: Do not cross the double yellow highway stripes to enter if traveling south on Kuykendahl Road.
Please RSVP by noon Thursday, October 20th to bpa@bayoupreservation.org or call 713-529-6443 so that we can provide adequate supervision, equipment and refreshments.
CONTACT: Eric Ruckstuhl at 713-298-3021 or the BPA office at 713-529-6443
Buffalo Bayou Paddling Trail Project
WHEN: Saturday, September 17, 2011 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
WHERE: Terry Hershey Park
DIRECTIONS:
Terry Hershey Park at Dairy - Ashford Road Paddling Trail Launch - South east corner of the intersection of Dairy - Ashford Road and Buffalo Bayou. There is a large parking lot identified as Terry Hershey Park; the canoe launch is under Dairy - Ashford on the south bank and at the north west corner of the parking lot.
PROJECT: Invasive exotic plants removal, litter removal (from the bank and from the water if you bring your own canoe or kayak), and bank stabilization. Work boots or closed-toe shoes and long pants are recommended.
CONTACT: Eric Ruckstuhl at 713-298-3021 or the BPA office at 713-529-6443
As part of its "Project a Month" program, BPA seeks volunteers for upcoming events at two parks along Buffalo Bayou in January and February. On Saturday, January 29, BPA will work on Terry Hershey Park, specifically near the Highway 6 paddle trail launch, which will involve several activities: removal of invasive exotic plant species, canoe launch repair and maintenance and trash pick up.
On Saturday, February 26, BPA moves to Memorial Park, specifically the Woodway paddle trail launch on Buffalo Bayou near Woodway Drive and Loop 610, where the project encompasses trail maintenance and clean up of trash and debris near the water. Volunteers can park at a small parking lot on the south side of Woodway and west of Loop 610. Click here to see a map.
Both projects are scheduled from 9 a.m. - noon, with water, gloves and tools provided.
We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothing (preferably long sleeves and long pants), closed-toed shoes or work boots and perhaps a visor or sunglasses if it is sunny.
Volunteers must sign a release form before participating in any activities at either of the parks. Anyone under age 18 must have a parent or a guardian sign the waiver form. Download form here (PDF).
Contact our office at 713.529.6443 or bpa@hic.net for further details.
Telge Park Project
WHEN: Saturday, October 23, 2010 from 9 am - 12 pm
WHERE: Telge Park
DIRECTIONS:
From U.S. 290 west, turn right on Telge Rd.
Head north on Telge Road 1.3 miles, about 3 minutes.
Cross Cypress Creek bridge and turn right at Pleasant Grove Rd.
Go 33 feet and turn right into Telge Park at 12400 Pleasant Grove.
Park and walk back to site at Cypress Creek Bridge.
PROJECT: Invasive exotic plants removal, litter removal, and building a canoe launch. Work boots or closed-toe shoes and long pants are recommended.
CONTACT: Eric Ruckstuhl at 713.298.3021
Cullinan/Oyster Creek Park Project
WHEN: Saturday, June 26, 2010 from 9 am - 12 pm
WHERE: Cullinan/Oyster Creek Park in Sugar Land
DIRECTIONS:
From US 59 take TX-6 North, drive about 3.5 miles and turn left at Hull Lane
PROJECT: Debris clean up. Work boots or closed-toe shoes and long pants are recommended.
CONTACT: Eric Ruckstuhl at 713.298.3021
Hermann Brown Park Project
WHEN: Saturday, February 20, 2010 from 9 am - 12 pm
WHERE:
Hermann Brown Park, 400 Mercury Drive, Houston, TX 77013
DIRECTIONS:
From Downtown area, take I-10 East toward Beaumont
Exit 776A toward Mercury Drive
Turn left on Mercury Drive
PROJECT: Removing invasive species plants in the park near Hunting Bayou
CONTACT: Eric Ruckstuhl at 713.298.3021 and Oneika McCarthy at 713.392.2945
Collins/Cypresswood Park Project
WHEN: January 23, 2010 from 9 am - 1 pm
WHERE: Collins Park / Cypresswood Park, 6727 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX 77379
DIRECTIONS:
Hwy. 249 Northbound - Turn right at Cypresswood
Proceed east for approx. 4 miles and turn right on Yorkminster
Follow Yorkminster down to the parking lot closest to the Creek
From I-45 Northbound - Turn left at Cypresswood and proceed west for approx. 6 miles
Turn left at Yorkminster. Follow Yorkminster all the way down to the parking lot closest to the creek
PROJECT: Debris clean up and clearing water access for canoe/kayak launch
CONTACT: Eric Ruckstuhl at 713.298.3021
Steve Hupp reports:
Eric Ruckstuhl and I had another great outing with Hermann Park Conservancy on Friday, 12/18/09! We guided about 20 active 6th graders in removing invasive plants while another 20 spread mulch under trees in another area. This was a community service project for these students. We removed Brazilian Vervain, Chinese Tallow Tree, a crape myrtle, a camphor tree, and several white mulberry. We also removed litter from natural areas and one island. 4 boys and I used cutting tools under my supervision and the balance pulled Brazilian Vervain by hand as the soil was the proper moisture to get the roots out. Eric provided guidance, identification, encouragement and herbicide spraying. We worked around (and avoided) poison ivy that was in fall color. Sam Molina of Hermann Park Conservancy recognized BPA as a partner in this project and asked me to provide a brief discussion of invasives. I also discussed the need to keep mulch away from the root flare. I gave them probably more than they wanted, and I also built on their science knowledge while I was at it. The 6th graders had a great time and learned about nature in a hands on way! They also had a lot of insightful questions that I was glad to be able to answer.
Stephen Hupp, M. S.
Administrator - Water and Solid Waste Programs
Harris County Public Health and Environmental Services
Environmental Public Health Division - Houston Office
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