Volunteer: GBF Baytown Nursery DaysGrow native plants that restore the prairie. At the GBF EcoCenter Greenhouse, staff and volunteers cultivate native plants to restore and manage coastal tallgrass prairie across the Galveston Bay region. Every Thursday and Saturday from 8:00–11:00 AM, volunteers work in the nursery to support one of the most endangered ecosystems in North America. This work helps create habitat for wildlife and strengthens natural flood protection.
As a Nursery Volunteer, you will: Weed and pot plants Mix soil and rotate plants Clean and sort seeds Assist with seasonal nursery maintenanceNo experience is necessary; we will show you what to do! Minors can volunteer alongside an parent/guardian or an approved chaperone. Getting There Search for “EcoCenter Sponsored by Reliant” when using Google Maps - View site on Google.com . Alternatively, you can enter the coordinates (29.750970027078534, -94.91775406482465) into your maps application as you would a street address. From TX-99 and W Bay Rd/Old F-M Rd 1405 Head north to turn into Bayer Rd. Turn left on the restricted road; you will see an EcoCenter directional sign (its like a small yard sign with a blue arrow). Continue on the restricted road for 200 ft until you reach the EcoCenter on the left.Note: The Ecocenter does not have a public address and is a part of the larger NRG Cedar Bayou campus. Getting here can be complicated without a map application. Feel free to contact Starla Lawhon-Dyer, Volunteer Coordinator, at (832)536-2255 before you come for more help with how to get there. Your time in the nursery helps grow native plants that restore habitats and protect communities all across Galveston Bay. Program: Stewardship Grow native plants that restore the prairie. At the GBF EcoCenter Greenhouse, staff and volunteers cultivate native plants to restore and manage coastal tallgrass prairie across the Galveston Bay region. Every Thursday and Saturday from 8:00–11:00 AM, volunteers work in the nursery to support one of the most endangered ecosystems in North America. This work helps create habitat for wildlife and strengthens natural flood protection.
As a Nursery Volunteer, you will: Weed and pot plants Mix soil and rotate plants Clean and sort seeds Assist with seasonal nursery maintenanceNo experience is necessary; we will show you what to do! Minors can volunteer alongside an parent/guardian or an approved chaperone. Getting There Search for “EcoCenter Sponsored by Reliant” when using Google Maps - View site on Google.com . Alternatively, you can enter the coordinates (29.750970027078534, -94.91775406482465) into your maps application as you would a street address. From TX-99 and W Bay Rd/Old F-M Rd 1405 Head north to turn into Bayer Rd. Turn left on the restricted road; you will see an EcoCenter directional sign (its like a small yard sign with a blue arrow). Continue on the restricted road for 200 ft until you reach the EcoCenter on the left.Note: The Ecocenter does not have a public address and is a part of the larger NRG Cedar Bayou campus. Getting here can be complicated without a map application. Feel free to contact Starla Lawhon-Dyer, Volunteer Coordinator, at (832)536-2255 before you come for more help with how to get there. Your time in the nursery helps grow native plants that restore habitats and protect communities all across Galveston Bay. Program: Stewardship Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77523 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: GBF Kemah Nursery DaysGet dirty helping grow the Bay! The Gessner Center is Galveston Bay Foundation’s new visitor hub in Kemah, TX. It will be home to our aquatic nursery program—where we grow and prepare wetland plants that are critical to restoring habitat, improving water quality, and supporting the long-term health of Galveston Bay. As an Aquatic Nursery Volunteer, you will assist GBF staff with hands-on plant care. Depending on the needs of the nursery, may help with watering, weeding, trimming, shifting plants, repotting wetland plants, and removing algae buildup from nursery ponds. Some workdays may also include planting in our wetland pools and will be communicated in advance. If you would like to help rotate or retrieve plants from the aquatic pools, you are encouraged to bring tall rubber boots. Expect to get dirty and muddy! Celebrate National Estuaries Week on Sept. 23! In celebration of National Estuaries Week, all volunteers coming out to our nursery day on the 23rd will receive a special Marsh Mania shirt, and giveaway item. By caring for nursery plants that will be used in restoration, you directly support healthier wetlands and a healthier Galveston Bay. No experience is necessary. Staff will show you everythingyou need to know. Be prepared to walk across uneven terrain. Restrooms will be available onsite. Learn more about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters↗ All minors must be accompanied by a registered guardian or approved chaperone. Program: Stewardship Get dirty helping grow the Bay! The Gessner Center is Galveston Bay Foundation’s new visitor hub in Kemah, TX. It will be home to our aquatic nursery program—where we grow and prepare wetland plants that are critical to restoring habitat, improving water quality, and supporting the long-term health of Galveston Bay. As an Aquatic Nursery Volunteer, you will assist GBF staff with hands-on plant care. Depending on the needs of the nursery, may help with watering, weeding, trimming, shifting plants, repotting wetland plants, and removing algae buildup from nursery ponds. Some workdays may also include planting in our wetland pools and will be communicated in advance. If you would like to help rotate or retrieve plants from the aquatic pools, you are encouraged to bring tall rubber boots. Expect to get dirty and muddy! Celebrate National Estuaries Week on Sept. 23! In celebration of National Estuaries Week, all volunteers coming out to our nursery day on the 23rd will receive a special Marsh Mania shirt, and giveaway item. By caring for nursery plants that will be used in restoration, you directly support healthier wetlands and a healthier Galveston Bay. No experience is necessary. Staff will show you everythingyou need to know. Be prepared to walk across uneven terrain. Restrooms will be available onsite. Learn more about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters↗ All minors must be accompanied by a registered guardian or approved chaperone. Program: Stewardship Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77565-2052 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Marine Debris Survey: Seawolf Park
Track the tide. Tally the debris.
Join Galveston Bay Foundation and our partners at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to document the debris that reaches our shoreline. This is more than a cleanup. This is community science and the data you help collect will tell the story of where debris comes from and how it moves through the Bay. As a Marine Debris Survey Volunteer, you will: Collect and remove trash from designated shoreline survey plots Help measure and mark survey areas using simple field tools Sort and identify debris by type to support NOAA data collection Record findings alongside staff and trained volunteers Assist with loading and unloading suppliesNo experience needed. Staff will guide you through each step of the survey process. This role involves walking on sand, mud, or uneven shoreline terrain while working outdoors. Dress for the weather and bring water. Minors welcome. Volunteers under 18 must be registered with a parent or guardian and accompanied by an adult chaperone. Your effort helps turn today’s data into tomorrow’s solutions for the Bay. Program: Water Protection
Track the tide. Tally the debris.
Join Galveston Bay Foundation and our partners at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to document the debris that reaches our shoreline. This is more than a cleanup. This is community science and the data you help collect will tell the story of where debris comes from and how it moves through the Bay. As a Marine Debris Survey Volunteer, you will: Collect and remove trash from designated shoreline survey plots Help measure and mark survey areas using simple field tools Sort and identify debris by type to support NOAA data collection Record findings alongside staff and trained volunteers Assist with loading and unloading suppliesNo experience needed. Staff will guide you through each step of the survey process. This role involves walking on sand, mud, or uneven shoreline terrain while working outdoors. Dress for the weather and bring water. Minors welcome. Volunteers under 18 must be registered with a parent or guardian and accompanied by an adult chaperone. Your effort helps turn today’s data into tomorrow’s solutions for the Bay. Program: Water Protection Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77590 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026: Adopt-A-Beach: Event Support
Help power a cleanup as big as Texas itself!
Since its inception in 1986, the Texas Adopt-A-Beach program has witnessed the dedication of more than 567,000 volunteers who have collectively removed over 9,800 tons of trash from Texas shores. As an Adopt-A-Beach Event Support Volunteer, you will assist with one or more of the following roles: Parking Lot Support: Guide arriving vehicles, assist with signage, and welcome guests Check-In Greeter: Greet arrivals, collect waivers, and direct volunteers to the next station Supply Monitor: Keep cleanup supplies stocked and volunteers moving Setup & Breakdown Support: Help staff prepare the event area and pack materials at the end Trash Data Assistant: Support GBF staff with weighing collected debris and recording dataNo experience is necessary. Staff will show you everything you need to know. Portable restrooms will be available onsite. Breakfast will be provided, and Adopt-A-Beach swag will be available for volunteers to take home. Site Map Parking Just before reaching the Ballester Fishing Area, you will be directed to turn right and park in the grassy area closest to event check-in Parking is limited, so please carpool when possibleBy helping staff welcome community members to what may be their first cleanup, you help ensure that more debris is removed safely while inspiring future action for Galveston Bay. Program: Water Protection
Help power a cleanup as big as Texas itself!
Since its inception in 1986, the Texas Adopt-A-Beach program has witnessed the dedication of more than 567,000 volunteers who have collectively removed over 9,800 tons of trash from Texas shores. As an Adopt-A-Beach Event Support Volunteer, you will assist with one or more of the following roles: Parking Lot Support: Guide arriving vehicles, assist with signage, and welcome guests Check-In Greeter: Greet arrivals, collect waivers, and direct volunteers to the next station Supply Monitor: Keep cleanup supplies stocked and volunteers moving Setup & Breakdown Support: Help staff prepare the event area and pack materials at the end Trash Data Assistant: Support GBF staff with weighing collected debris and recording dataNo experience is necessary. Staff will show you everything you need to know. Portable restrooms will be available onsite. Breakfast will be provided, and Adopt-A-Beach swag will be available for volunteers to take home. Site Map Parking Just before reaching the Ballester Fishing Area, you will be directed to turn right and park in the grassy area closest to event check-in Parking is limited, so please carpool when possibleBy helping staff welcome community members to what may be their first cleanup, you help ensure that more debris is removed safely while inspiring future action for Galveston Bay. Program: Water Protection Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 19, 2026 Zip Code: 77571 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026 Marsh Mania @Paul Hopkins Park
Clean up and get muddy at Marsh Mania!
Join Galveston Bay Foundation for a special small-scale Marsh Mania restoration event at Paul Hopkins Park in Dickinson, TX. We’ll start the morning by spending approximately 45 minutes removing debris from the park before heading to the water to plant smooth cordgrass that will restore native wetland habitat. No prior planting experience needed! You’ll work in a small team led by an experienced Team Captain who will guide you through the cleanup and planting activities. About Our Planting Site Paul Hopkins Park ↗ is located along Dickinson Bayou and provides public access to an important waterway connected to Galveston Bay. Through our partnership with Galveston County Parks and Cultural Services, volunteers will help care for this community space by removing debris and restoring native smooth cordgrass along the shoreline. As a volunteer for this event, you will: Work with your Team Captain and fellow volunteers to remove debris from the park before planting begins Plant native smooth cordgrass in prepared planting areas Learn planting techniques from your Team Captain and GBF staff Follow cleanup, field, and tool-safety instructions Work alongside a small team of fellow volunteers Help gather and return cleanup and planting tools and supplies at the end of the eventWhat GBF will provide Cleanup supplies, plants, tools, and onsite instruction An experienced Team Captain to guide your group Breakfast will be provided An official Marsh Mania T-shirt Restrooms onsite
No prior planting experience is required, but this is an active, muddy outdoor event. Be prepared for uneven terrain and for standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and getting wet in ankle- to knee-deep water. How to prepare Wear lace-up, closed-toe shoes or fitted water booties. No Crocs, sandals, or loose rain boots. Rubber boots are not recommended as they will fill up with water when enter deeper water. Wear lightweight clothing you do not mind getting muddy or wet. Avoid jeans and other heavy materials. Bring sun protection, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, or protective clothing. Bring a reusable water bottle. Begin hydrating before you arrive. Review GBF Heat Safety guidance ↗ before volunteering.Bringing a minor? All participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a registered parent, guardian, or approved adult chaperone. A parent or guardian must also complete the required waiver for each minor participant. By the end of the morning, your team will have removed debris and restored habitat along a waterway connected to Galveston Bay. Program: Stewardship
Clean up and get muddy at Marsh Mania!
Join Galveston Bay Foundation for a special small-scale Marsh Mania restoration event at Paul Hopkins Park in Dickinson, TX. We’ll start the morning by spending approximately 45 minutes removing debris from the park before heading to the water to plant smooth cordgrass that will restore native wetland habitat. No prior planting experience needed! You’ll work in a small team led by an experienced Team Captain who will guide you through the cleanup and planting activities. About Our Planting Site Paul Hopkins Park ↗ is located along Dickinson Bayou and provides public access to an important waterway connected to Galveston Bay. Through our partnership with Galveston County Parks and Cultural Services, volunteers will help care for this community space by removing debris and restoring native smooth cordgrass along the shoreline. As a volunteer for this event, you will: Work with your Team Captain and fellow volunteers to remove debris from the park before planting begins Plant native smooth cordgrass in prepared planting areas Learn planting techniques from your Team Captain and GBF staff Follow cleanup, field, and tool-safety instructions Work alongside a small team of fellow volunteers Help gather and return cleanup and planting tools and supplies at the end of the eventWhat GBF will provide Cleanup supplies, plants, tools, and onsite instruction An experienced Team Captain to guide your group Breakfast will be provided An official Marsh Mania T-shirt Restrooms onsite
No prior planting experience is required, but this is an active, muddy outdoor event. Be prepared for uneven terrain and for standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and getting wet in ankle- to knee-deep water. How to prepare Wear lace-up, closed-toe shoes or fitted water booties. No Crocs, sandals, or loose rain boots. Rubber boots are not recommended as they will fill up with water when enter deeper water. Wear lightweight clothing you do not mind getting muddy or wet. Avoid jeans and other heavy materials. Bring sun protection, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, or protective clothing. Bring a reusable water bottle. Begin hydrating before you arrive. Review GBF Heat Safety guidance ↗ before volunteering.Bringing a minor? All participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a registered parent, guardian, or approved adult chaperone. A parent or guardian must also complete the required waiver for each minor participant. By the end of the morning, your team will have removed debris and restored habitat along a waterway connected to Galveston Bay. Program: Stewardship Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 19, 2026 Zip Code: 77539 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Marine Debris Survey: Texas City Dike
Track the tide. Tally the debris.
Join Galveston Bay Foundation and our partners at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to document the debris that reaches our shoreline. This is more than a cleanup. This is community science and the data you help collect will tell the story of where debris comes from and how it moves through the Bay. As a Marine Debris Survey Volunteer, you will: Collect and remove trash from designated shoreline survey plots Help measure and mark survey areas using simple field tools Sort and identify debris by type to support NOAA data collection Record findings alongside staff and trained volunteers Assist with loading and unloading suppliesNo experience needed. Staff will guide you through each step of the survey process. This role involves walking on sand, mud, or uneven shoreline terrain while working outdoors. Dress for the weather and bring water. Minors welcome. Volunteers under 18 must be registered with a parent or guardian and accompanied by an adult chaperone. Your effort helps turn today’s data into tomorrow’s solutions for the Bay. Program: Water Protection
Track the tide. Tally the debris.
Join Galveston Bay Foundation and our partners at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to document the debris that reaches our shoreline. This is more than a cleanup. This is community science and the data you help collect will tell the story of where debris comes from and how it moves through the Bay. As a Marine Debris Survey Volunteer, you will: Collect and remove trash from designated shoreline survey plots Help measure and mark survey areas using simple field tools Sort and identify debris by type to support NOAA data collection Record findings alongside staff and trained volunteers Assist with loading and unloading suppliesNo experience needed. Staff will guide you through each step of the survey process. This role involves walking on sand, mud, or uneven shoreline terrain while working outdoors. Dress for the weather and bring water. Minors welcome. Volunteers under 18 must be registered with a parent or guardian and accompanied by an adult chaperone. Your effort helps turn today’s data into tomorrow’s solutions for the Bay. Program: Water Protection Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77590 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026 Marsh Mania @Exploration Green
Dig in and get muddy at Marsh Mania!
Join Galveston Bay Foundation in restoring native wetland vegetation and improving habitat at one of the Clear Lake area’s most distinctive community conservation sites, Exploration Green. No prior planting experience needed! You’ll work in a small team led by an experienced Team Captain who will guide you throughout the event. About Our Planting Site Exploration Green ↗ is a longtime GBF partner and helps manage and maintain the conservation easement held by GBF. As an accredited land trust, GBF holds and manages conservation easements that protect important habitat in perpetuity. Your work at Exploration Green will contribute to the long-term stewardship of a place protected for future generations. Learn more at galvbay.org ↗ As a planter, you will: Plant native wetland vegetation in prepared planting areas Learn planting techniques from your Team Captain and GBF staff Follow field and tool-safety instructions Work alongside a small team of fellow volunteers Help gather and return planting tools and supplies at the end of the eventWhat GBF will provide Plants, tools, and onsite instruction An experienced Team Captain to guide your group Lunch at 11:30 am official Marsh Mania T-shirt Restrooms onsite
No prior planting experience is required, but this is an active, muddy outdoor event. Be prepared for uneven terrain and for standing, walking, bending, and getting wet in ankle to knee deep water. How to prepare Wear lace-up, closed-toe shoes or fitted water booties. No Crocs, sandals, or loose rain boots. If you choose to wear rubber boots, remember not go too deep in the water or else they will fill up. Wear lightweight clothing you do not mind getting muddy or wet. Avoid jeans and other heavy materials. Bring sun protection, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, or protective clothing. Eat breakfast and begin hydrating before you arrive. Review GBF Heat Safety guidance ↗ before volunteering.Bringing a minor? All participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a registered parent, guardian, or approved adult chaperone. A parent or guardian must also complete the required waiver for each minor participant. By the end of the morning, your team will have put new native plants in the ground and helped strengthen protected habitat for the Bay. Program: Stewardship
Dig in and get muddy at Marsh Mania!
Join Galveston Bay Foundation in restoring native wetland vegetation and improving habitat at one of the Clear Lake area’s most distinctive community conservation sites, Exploration Green. No prior planting experience needed! You’ll work in a small team led by an experienced Team Captain who will guide you throughout the event. About Our Planting Site Exploration Green ↗ is a longtime GBF partner and helps manage and maintain the conservation easement held by GBF. As an accredited land trust, GBF holds and manages conservation easements that protect important habitat in perpetuity. Your work at Exploration Green will contribute to the long-term stewardship of a place protected for future generations. Learn more at galvbay.org ↗ As a planter, you will: Plant native wetland vegetation in prepared planting areas Learn planting techniques from your Team Captain and GBF staff Follow field and tool-safety instructions Work alongside a small team of fellow volunteers Help gather and return planting tools and supplies at the end of the eventWhat GBF will provide Plants, tools, and onsite instruction An experienced Team Captain to guide your group Lunch at 11:30 am official Marsh Mania T-shirt Restrooms onsite
No prior planting experience is required, but this is an active, muddy outdoor event. Be prepared for uneven terrain and for standing, walking, bending, and getting wet in ankle to knee deep water. How to prepare Wear lace-up, closed-toe shoes or fitted water booties. No Crocs, sandals, or loose rain boots. If you choose to wear rubber boots, remember not go too deep in the water or else they will fill up. Wear lightweight clothing you do not mind getting muddy or wet. Avoid jeans and other heavy materials. Bring sun protection, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, or protective clothing. Eat breakfast and begin hydrating before you arrive. Review GBF Heat Safety guidance ↗ before volunteering.Bringing a minor? All participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a registered parent, guardian, or approved adult chaperone. A parent or guardian must also complete the required waiver for each minor participant. By the end of the morning, your team will have put new native plants in the ground and helped strengthen protected habitat for the Bay. Program: Stewardship Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 26, 2026 Zip Code: 77062 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Bird Survey @Turtle Bayou Nature Preserve
Observe Today. Conserve Tomorrow.
Join Galveston Bay Foundation's Director of Land Protection, Suzanne Simpson, and Texas Master Naturalist & GBF Dedicated Volunteer, Lisa Hardcastle, in surveying our Turtle Bayou Nature Preserve on the East Bay. This public-access preserve is home to an impressive variety of wildlife and we need your help observing birds there. About This Site This 514-acre preserve is located in a unique transitional region of Southeast Texas where several ecosystems converge, creating a rich mosaic of diverse and productive natural communities. Visitors can experience towering pine forests characteristic of the East Texas Piney Woods, the flat terrain and expansive grasslands of the Gulf Coastal Plain, and the distinctive hydrology and geology of the Trinity River floodplain and delta. As a Bird Survey Volunteer, you will: Work in a group to collect bird data using established protocols Identify bird species by sight and, when possible, by their calls Count and record the number of birds observed Use binoculars, field guides, or mobile apps as needed Minimize disturbance to birds and their habitats Follow safety guidance provided by the survey leadHeat Safety Be prepared to walk and conduct observations outdoors in potentially warm and humid conditions. Review GBF heat safety guidance here ↗ Birders of all experience levels are welcome. Restrooms are not available onsite. Public restrooms are available a few miles away at the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. Data Collection Survey results will be submitted to GBF staff and eBird ↗. Staff will share the completed eBird checklist with all registered participants. Before the survey, consider downloading the eBird Mobile app ↗ to more easily contribute your observations. Getting There & Parking Turtle Bayou Nature Preserve is located off FM 563. The entrance is an unpaved dirt road. There are no marked parking spaces. Please pull to the side of the drive and leave enough room for other vehicles to pass.Your time contributing to these surveys helps us collect valuable data that guides habitat management and conservation efforts at Turtle Bayou Nature Preserve. Program: Stewardship
Observe Today. Conserve Tomorrow.
Join Galveston Bay Foundation's Director of Land Protection, Suzanne Simpson, and Texas Master Naturalist & GBF Dedicated Volunteer, Lisa Hardcastle, in surveying our Turtle Bayou Nature Preserve on the East Bay. This public-access preserve is home to an impressive variety of wildlife and we need your help observing birds there. About This Site This 514-acre preserve is located in a unique transitional region of Southeast Texas where several ecosystems converge, creating a rich mosaic of diverse and productive natural communities. Visitors can experience towering pine forests characteristic of the East Texas Piney Woods, the flat terrain and expansive grasslands of the Gulf Coastal Plain, and the distinctive hydrology and geology of the Trinity River floodplain and delta. As a Bird Survey Volunteer, you will: Work in a group to collect bird data using established protocols Identify bird species by sight and, when possible, by their calls Count and record the number of birds observed Use binoculars, field guides, or mobile apps as needed Minimize disturbance to birds and their habitats Follow safety guidance provided by the survey leadHeat Safety Be prepared to walk and conduct observations outdoors in potentially warm and humid conditions. Review GBF heat safety guidance here ↗ Birders of all experience levels are welcome. Restrooms are not available onsite. Public restrooms are available a few miles away at the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. Data Collection Survey results will be submitted to GBF staff and eBird ↗. Staff will share the completed eBird checklist with all registered participants. Before the survey, consider downloading the eBird Mobile app ↗ to more easily contribute your observations. Getting There & Parking Turtle Bayou Nature Preserve is located off FM 563. The entrance is an unpaved dirt road. There are no marked parking spaces. Please pull to the side of the drive and leave enough room for other vehicles to pass.Your time contributing to these surveys helps us collect valuable data that guides habitat management and conservation efforts at Turtle Bayou Nature Preserve. Program: Stewardship Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77597 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Monthly Bird SurveyHealthy bird populations are an indicator of a healthy Bay. Join the Galveston Bay Foundation for a monthly bird survey led by Texas Master Naturalist and Lead GBF Volunteer, Lisa Hardcastle, at Sweetwater Preserve, a 140-acre GBF property that is not open to the public. This restored site includes coastal prairie, estuarine marsh, salt flats, freshwater wetlands, brackish wetlands, and coastal woodlots, which support a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Surveys take place on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 a.m. at the end of 103rd Street in Galveston. From there, participants will drive short distances to three survey areas. The survey typically lasts three to four hours, but volunteers may leave early if needed. All levels of birders are welcome! Bring your own binoculars and field gear. As a Survey Volunteer, you will assist with: Conduct bird surveys at assigned location following established protocols.Identify bird species by sight and, when possible, by their calls. Count and record the number of birds observed. Use binoculars, field guides, or mobile apps as needed. Respect wildlife by minimizing disturbance to birds and their habitats. Follow safety guidelines instructed by the survey leadNo restrooms on site. Conditions can vary, so wear closed-toe shoes (boots recommended) and bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and plenty of water. DATA COLLECTION Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Healthy bird populations are an indicator of a healthy Bay. Join the Galveston Bay Foundation for a monthly bird survey led by Texas Master Naturalist and Lead GBF Volunteer, Lisa Hardcastle, at Sweetwater Preserve, a 140-acre GBF property that is not open to the public. This restored site includes coastal prairie, estuarine marsh, salt flats, freshwater wetlands, brackish wetlands, and coastal woodlots, which support a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Surveys take place on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 a.m. at the end of 103rd Street in Galveston. From there, participants will drive short distances to three survey areas. The survey typically lasts three to four hours, but volunteers may leave early if needed. All levels of birders are welcome! Bring your own binoculars and field gear. As a Survey Volunteer, you will assist with: Conduct bird surveys at assigned location following established protocols.Identify bird species by sight and, when possible, by their calls. Count and record the number of birds observed. Use binoculars, field guides, or mobile apps as needed. Respect wildlife by minimizing disturbance to birds and their habitats. Follow safety guidelines instructed by the survey leadNo restrooms on site. Conditions can vary, so wear closed-toe shoes (boots recommended) and bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and plenty of water. DATA COLLECTION Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77554 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: 2026: Bike Around the Bay: Prep Days
Help Get Bike Around the Bay Rolling!
We are getting ready for our big annual fundraiser, Bike Around the Bay ↗. This two-day, 175-mile ride sees thousands of riders pedaling to raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation's conservation work and hundreds of volunteers pitching in to make it happen. Before riders hit the road, there’s plenty to get ready and our Prep Crew is the team that gets us to the starting line.
As part of the Prep Crew, you will work alongside staff and fellow volunteers to: Sort and roll event shirts Organize supplies and pack event bins Assemble and organize rider packets for pickup Help with other light event-prep tasks as neededPlease bring a reusable water bottle and snacks. Restrooms and wi-fi are available onsite. Be prepared for standing, walking, and light lifting throughout the shift. Learn more about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters↗ When you help prepare Bike Around the Bay, you help create an experience that inspires riders and supporters to give back to the Bay year after year. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation
Help Get Bike Around the Bay Rolling!
We are getting ready for our big annual fundraiser, Bike Around the Bay ↗. This two-day, 175-mile ride sees thousands of riders pedaling to raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation's conservation work and hundreds of volunteers pitching in to make it happen. Before riders hit the road, there’s plenty to get ready and our Prep Crew is the team that gets us to the starting line.
As part of the Prep Crew, you will work alongside staff and fellow volunteers to: Sort and roll event shirts Organize supplies and pack event bins Assemble and organize rider packets for pickup Help with other light event-prep tasks as neededPlease bring a reusable water bottle and snacks. Restrooms and wi-fi are available onsite. Be prepared for standing, walking, and light lifting throughout the shift. Learn more about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters↗ When you help prepare Bike Around the Bay, you help create an experience that inspires riders and supporters to give back to the Bay year after year. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77565-2052 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026 Bike Around the Bay: Loading Day
Help us gear up for the starting line!
We are getting ready for our big annual fundraiser, Bike Around the Bay ↗. This two-day, 175-mile ride sees thousands of riders pedaling to raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation's conservation work and hundreds of volunteers pitching in to make it happen. Before the big ride, supplies have to get where they need to go and Loading Volunteers get our supply trucks ready to hit the road. As a Loading Volunteer, you will work alongside staff and fellow volunteers to: Complete final counts before supplies are moved Organize and arrange boxed and loose supplies Move supplies using wagons, hand trucks, and safe lifting to load items into trucks Assist GBF staff with additional event-preparation tasks as neededLunch will be provided, and all volunteers will receive an official Bike Around the Bay volunteer T-shirt. Restrooms and wi-fi are available onsite. Be prepared for an active shift that includes standing, walking, bending, carrying, and lifting. Learn more about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters ↗ When you help load and organize supplies for Bike Around the Bay, you help create an experience that inspires riders and supporters to give back to Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation
Help us gear up for the starting line!
We are getting ready for our big annual fundraiser, Bike Around the Bay ↗. This two-day, 175-mile ride sees thousands of riders pedaling to raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation's conservation work and hundreds of volunteers pitching in to make it happen. Before the big ride, supplies have to get where they need to go and Loading Volunteers get our supply trucks ready to hit the road. As a Loading Volunteer, you will work alongside staff and fellow volunteers to: Complete final counts before supplies are moved Organize and arrange boxed and loose supplies Move supplies using wagons, hand trucks, and safe lifting to load items into trucks Assist GBF staff with additional event-preparation tasks as neededLunch will be provided, and all volunteers will receive an official Bike Around the Bay volunteer T-shirt. Restrooms and wi-fi are available onsite. Be prepared for an active shift that includes standing, walking, bending, carrying, and lifting. Learn more about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters ↗ When you help load and organize supplies for Bike Around the Bay, you help create an experience that inspires riders and supporters to give back to Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 16, 2026 Zip Code: 77565 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026: Bike Around the Bay: START LINE Day 1
Help Riders Start Strong!
Help kick off our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser where thousands of riders raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation's conservation work. Riders will be traveling from Baytown, down East Bay to Bolivar Island. There, they will hop on the ferry on their way to Moody Gardens in Galveston where they will finish Day 1 of the ride. Your help will ensure they get to Galveston smoothly and safely, so they can pedal another day. As an Event Volunteer, you may help with: Loading and organizing cyclists’ luggage Setting up tables and chairs Preparing gatorade and fruit for riders Welcoming and cheering on cyclists Assisting GBF staff as needed
No experience required. Staff and supply truck volunteers will show you the ropes. This is an active role. You can expect to be walking, standing, bending, and lifting throughout the event. Be prepared to work as a team to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. Portable restrooms and handwashing stations available. Self-Check-in Download the Causer App ↗to check yourself in and out to help track your contribution of hours. Your help ensures that Bike Around the Bay is a riding experience that inspires riders to return year after year for Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation
Help Riders Start Strong!
Help kick off our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser where thousands of riders raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation's conservation work. Riders will be traveling from Baytown, down East Bay to Bolivar Island. There, they will hop on the ferry on their way to Moody Gardens in Galveston where they will finish Day 1 of the ride. Your help will ensure they get to Galveston smoothly and safely, so they can pedal another day. As an Event Volunteer, you may help with: Loading and organizing cyclists’ luggage Setting up tables and chairs Preparing gatorade and fruit for riders Welcoming and cheering on cyclists Assisting GBF staff as needed
No experience required. Staff and supply truck volunteers will show you the ropes. This is an active role. You can expect to be walking, standing, bending, and lifting throughout the event. Be prepared to work as a team to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. Portable restrooms and handwashing stations available. Self-Check-in Download the Causer App ↗to check yourself in and out to help track your contribution of hours. Your help ensures that Bike Around the Bay is a riding experience that inspires riders to return year after year for Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 17, 2026 Zip Code: 77565 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026: Bike Around the Bay: FINISH LINE Day 1
Cheer on Riders at
the
Day 1 Finish Line!
Join us in celebrating riders as the complete Day 1 of our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser. Riders will have covered 97 miles on their way from Baytown, down East Bay, and across the ferry before they get to the Finish on Day 1; 100 miles if they complete the century loop). We need your help cheering them across the finish and celebrating their first day on the road. As an Event Volunteer, you may help with: Setting up and organizing event supplies Helping setup our arch Unloading and organizing cyclists’ luggage Helping riders check their bikes in and out of the bike lot Restocking fresh produce, snacks, and hydration stations Helping manage waste and keep the venue clean Welcoming and cheering riders Assisting GBF staff as neededLunch is provided for the AM shift and dinner for the PM shift, with snacks available throughout. All volunteers will receive an official Bike Around the Bay volunteer T-shirt! Remember to update your profile with your shirt size. No experience required. Staff will provide instructions onsite. Portable restrooms and handwashing stations will be available. This is an active role. You can expect to be walking, standing, bending, carrying, and lifting throughout the event. Be prepared to work as a team to lift and carry up to 15 pounds. Self-Check-in Download the Causer App to check yourself in and out to help track your contribution of hours. Your help ensures that Bike Around the Bay is a riding experience that inspires riders to return year after year for Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation
Cheer on Riders at
the
Day 1 Finish Line!
Join us in celebrating riders as the complete Day 1 of our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser. Riders will have covered 97 miles on their way from Baytown, down East Bay, and across the ferry before they get to the Finish on Day 1; 100 miles if they complete the century loop). We need your help cheering them across the finish and celebrating their first day on the road. As an Event Volunteer, you may help with: Setting up and organizing event supplies Helping setup our arch Unloading and organizing cyclists’ luggage Helping riders check their bikes in and out of the bike lot Restocking fresh produce, snacks, and hydration stations Helping manage waste and keep the venue clean Welcoming and cheering riders Assisting GBF staff as neededLunch is provided for the AM shift and dinner for the PM shift, with snacks available throughout. All volunteers will receive an official Bike Around the Bay volunteer T-shirt! Remember to update your profile with your shirt size. No experience required. Staff will provide instructions onsite. Portable restrooms and handwashing stations will be available. This is an active role. You can expect to be walking, standing, bending, carrying, and lifting throughout the event. Be prepared to work as a team to lift and carry up to 15 pounds. Self-Check-in Download the Causer App to check yourself in and out to help track your contribution of hours. Your help ensures that Bike Around the Bay is a riding experience that inspires riders to return year after year for Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77554 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026: Bike Around the Bay: START LINE Day 2
Help Riders Start Day 2 Strong!
Help kick off Day 2 of our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser, where thousands of riders raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation’s conservation work. Riders will leave Galveston rested and ready to complete the second half of their journey up West Bay and over the Fred Hartman Bridge back to Baytown. Day 2 can be grueling. Your help ensures our riders are ready to get back on the road early that morning. As an Event Volunteer, you may help with: Preparing and restocking water and Gatorade stationsLoading cyclists’ luggageBreaking down tents, tables, and chairsLoading supplies back on truckAssisting GBF staff as needed
No experience required. Staff will provide instructions onsite. Restrooms available onsite. This is an active role. You can expect to be walking, standing, bending, and lifting throughout the event. Be prepared to work as a team to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
Self-Check-in Download the Causer App to check yourself in and out to help track your contribution of hours. Your help ensures that Bike Around the Bay is a riding experience that inspires riders to return year after year for Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation
Help Riders Start Day 2 Strong!
Help kick off Day 2 of our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser, where thousands of riders raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation’s conservation work. Riders will leave Galveston rested and ready to complete the second half of their journey up West Bay and over the Fred Hartman Bridge back to Baytown. Day 2 can be grueling. Your help ensures our riders are ready to get back on the road early that morning. As an Event Volunteer, you may help with: Preparing and restocking water and Gatorade stationsLoading cyclists’ luggageBreaking down tents, tables, and chairsLoading supplies back on truckAssisting GBF staff as needed
No experience required. Staff will provide instructions onsite. Restrooms available onsite. This is an active role. You can expect to be walking, standing, bending, and lifting throughout the event. Be prepared to work as a team to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
Self-Check-in Download the Causer App to check yourself in and out to help track your contribution of hours. Your help ensures that Bike Around the Bay is a riding experience that inspires riders to return year after year for Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 18, 2026 Zip Code: 77554 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026: Bike Around the Bay: FINISH LINE Day 2
Help Riders Finish Strong!
Help bring our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser home. After two days of riding around Galveston Bay, cyclists will return to Baytown ready to cross the finish line and celebrate what they accomplished. Your help gives riders the support they need to cross the finish line after an epic ride for conservation. As an Event Volunteer, you may help with: Unloading and organizing cyclists’ luggage and bikes Helping to manage waste, recycling, and compost Restocking fresh produce and hydration stations Cheering riders across the finish line Assisting GBF staff as needed
No experience required.Staff will provide instructions onsite. Portable restrooms and handwashing stations will be available. This is an active role. You can expect to be walking, standing, bending, carrying, and lifting throughout the event. Be prepared to work as a team to lift and carry up to 15 pounds. Self-Check-in Download the Causer App to check yourself in and out to help track your contribution of hours. Your help makes the Bike Around the Bay finish line a celebration riders remember and an experience that inspires them to return year after year for Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation
Help Riders Finish Strong!
Help bring our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser home. After two days of riding around Galveston Bay, cyclists will return to Baytown ready to cross the finish line and celebrate what they accomplished. Your help gives riders the support they need to cross the finish line after an epic ride for conservation. As an Event Volunteer, you may help with: Unloading and organizing cyclists’ luggage and bikes Helping to manage waste, recycling, and compost Restocking fresh produce and hydration stations Cheering riders across the finish line Assisting GBF staff as needed
No experience required.Staff will provide instructions onsite. Portable restrooms and handwashing stations will be available. This is an active role. You can expect to be walking, standing, bending, carrying, and lifting throughout the event. Be prepared to work as a team to lift and carry up to 15 pounds. Self-Check-in Download the Causer App to check yourself in and out to help track your contribution of hours. Your help makes the Bike Around the Bay finish line a celebration riders remember and an experience that inspires them to return year after year for Galveston Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 18, 2026 Zip Code: 77565 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 2026 Bike Around the Bay: Unloading Day
Many hands make light work!
Help us wrap up after Bike Around the Bay ↗, a two-day, 175-mile ride that sees thousands of riders pedaling to raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation's conservation work. After the big ride, all those supplies have to come home and Unloading Volunteers help us get equipment off the trucks, organized, and back where it belongs. As an Unloading Volunteer, you will work alongside staff and fellow volunteers to: Unload boxed and loose supplies from event trucks Wash and sanitize coolers and ice chests Move supplies using wagons, hand trucks, and safe lifting Sort and organize supplies in their designated storage areas Assist GBF staff with additional post-event tasks as neededSnacks and beverages will be provided. All volunteers will receive an official Bike Around the Bay volunteer T-shirt. Restrooms and wi-fi are available onsite. Be prepared for an active shift that includes using a hose and possibly getting wet, walking, bending, carrying, and lifting. Learn more about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters ↗ Helping us unload and care for the supplies that make Bike Around the Bay possible, helps us get ahead of preparations for the next event! Program: Galveston Bay Foundation
Many hands make light work!
Help us wrap up after Bike Around the Bay ↗, a two-day, 175-mile ride that sees thousands of riders pedaling to raise critical funds for Galveston Bay Foundation's conservation work. After the big ride, all those supplies have to come home and Unloading Volunteers help us get equipment off the trucks, organized, and back where it belongs. As an Unloading Volunteer, you will work alongside staff and fellow volunteers to: Unload boxed and loose supplies from event trucks Wash and sanitize coolers and ice chests Move supplies using wagons, hand trucks, and safe lifting Sort and organize supplies in their designated storage areas Assist GBF staff with additional post-event tasks as neededSnacks and beverages will be provided. All volunteers will receive an official Bike Around the Bay volunteer T-shirt. Restrooms and wi-fi are available onsite. Be prepared for an active shift that includes using a hose and possibly getting wet, walking, bending, carrying, and lifting. Learn more about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters ↗ Helping us unload and care for the supplies that make Bike Around the Bay possible, helps us get ahead of preparations for the next event! Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 19, 2026 Zip Code: 77565 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: GBF Coastal Care Wednesdays
Make Wednesdays count for the coast
Join a growing community of volunteers who are restoring and caring for Galveston Bay’s habitats. Work alongside staff and fellow volunteers at our Gessner Center and see the impact of your efforts week by week. This is a hands-on stewardship role where you will build practical skills, spend time outdoors, and be part of a team making visible progress each week. As a Coastal Care Volunteer, you will: Plant native species, remove overgrowth, and maintain habitat areas Use hand tools and assist with safe, organized fieldwork Help prepare and move tools, plants, and materials Learn directly from staff about coastal ecosystems and restorationNo experience needed. We provide all training, tools, and guidance. Just show up ready to help! Restrooms and wifi available onsite. All tools and supplies provided. Minors (16+) welcome with a registered adult chaperone. This role involves outdoor work in sun, mud, and uneven terrain. Review heat safety guidelines here. Plan your visit and parking ↗ Your weekly effort restores habitat and helps create outdoor spaces where people can learn, explore, and connect with Galveston Bay. Program: Stewardship
Make Wednesdays count for the coast
Join a growing community of volunteers who are restoring and caring for Galveston Bay’s habitats. Work alongside staff and fellow volunteers at our Gessner Center and see the impact of your efforts week by week. This is a hands-on stewardship role where you will build practical skills, spend time outdoors, and be part of a team making visible progress each week. As a Coastal Care Volunteer, you will: Plant native species, remove overgrowth, and maintain habitat areas Use hand tools and assist with safe, organized fieldwork Help prepare and move tools, plants, and materials Learn directly from staff about coastal ecosystems and restorationNo experience needed. We provide all training, tools, and guidance. Just show up ready to help! Restrooms and wifi available onsite. All tools and supplies provided. Minors (16+) welcome with a registered adult chaperone. This role involves outdoor work in sun, mud, and uneven terrain. Review heat safety guidelines here. Plan your visit and parking ↗ Your weekly effort restores habitat and helps create outdoor spaces where people can learn, explore, and connect with Galveston Bay. Program: Stewardship Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 77565 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Water Monitor Training: Standard Core
Become a Certified Texas Stream Team Water Quality Monitor
Help protect the health of Galveston Bay by collecting reliable, long-term water quality data. Through this hands-on, full-day training, you’ll gain the skills needed to monitor tidally influenced waters using Texas Stream Team Standard Core protocols. You’ll work alongside experienced staff to learn classroom and field sampling methods used statewide to track the health of Texas waters, while becoming part of a network of volunteers committed to clean water. No prior experience required. Supplies and materials are provided. Participants should be prepared for both indoor and outdoor instruction, short walks between locations, and a commitment to monthly monitoring after certification. Be prepared to help set up the room for training and for an orientation on the flow of the day. How Standard Core Monitoring Works Participate in classroom and field instruction on Texas Stream Team approved methods. Learn to collect and analyze water samples from tidally influenced sites. Commit to monthly monitoring at an assigned site using approved protocols. Submit data sheets after each monitoring event. Complete a final QC site visit with a trainer following classroom certification. What You’ll Gain Hands-on environmental science skills and field experience Certification through Texas Stream Team Standard Core Connection to a network of local volunteers protecting Texas waters The knowledge that your work informs real-world water protection decisions Training Day Overview
8:45 – 9:00 AM: Arrival, check-in, and room setup Please complete the following before attending: Standard Core Training Module & Enrollment Form: Complete here ↗ Browse Open Monitoring Sites: View dashboard ↗ After TrainingFollowing classroom certification, you’ll schedule a one-on-one field visit with a GBF Trainer or partner organization to complete your Quality Control check. This ensures you can confidently monitor independently and contribute reliable long-term data. Learn more about Texas Stream Team through The Meadows Center ↗ Site Info & ParkingThis training takes place on Galveston Bay Foundation’s campus in the first building on the left. Restrooms and indoor classroom facilities are available onsite. Carpooling is encouraged.. Read about Gessner Center location and parking ↗ Program: Water Protection
Become a Certified Texas Stream Team Water Quality Monitor
Help protect the health of Galveston Bay by collecting reliable, long-term water quality data. Through this hands-on, full-day training, you’ll gain the skills needed to monitor tidally influenced waters using Texas Stream Team Standard Core protocols. You’ll work alongside experienced staff to learn classroom and field sampling methods used statewide to track the health of Texas waters, while becoming part of a network of volunteers committed to clean water. No prior experience required. Supplies and materials are provided. Participants should be prepared for both indoor and outdoor instruction, short walks between locations, and a commitment to monthly monitoring after certification. Be prepared to help set up the room for training and for an orientation on the flow of the day. How Standard Core Monitoring Works Participate in classroom and field instruction on Texas Stream Team approved methods. Learn to collect and analyze water samples from tidally influenced sites. Commit to monthly monitoring at an assigned site using approved protocols. Submit data sheets after each monitoring event. Complete a final QC site visit with a trainer following classroom certification. What You’ll Gain Hands-on environmental science skills and field experience Certification through Texas Stream Team Standard Core Connection to a network of local volunteers protecting Texas waters The knowledge that your work informs real-world water protection decisions Training Day Overview
8:45 – 9:00 AM: Arrival, check-in, and room setup Please complete the following before attending: Standard Core Training Module & Enrollment Form: Complete here ↗ Browse Open Monitoring Sites: View dashboard ↗ After TrainingFollowing classroom certification, you’ll schedule a one-on-one field visit with a GBF Trainer or partner organization to complete your Quality Control check. This ensures you can confidently monitor independently and contribute reliable long-term data. Learn more about Texas Stream Team through The Meadows Center ↗ Site Info & ParkingThis training takes place on Galveston Bay Foundation’s campus in the first building on the left. Restrooms and indoor classroom facilities are available onsite. Carpooling is encouraged.. Read about Gessner Center location and parking ↗ Program: Water Protection Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 30, 2026 Zip Code: 77565 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: 2026 Bike Around the Bay Media Volunteer
Help tell the story of Bike Around the Bay!
Help capture the people, places, and moments that make our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser such a memorable experience. With thousands of riders and hundreds of volunteers pitching in to make this event happen, we need help capturing the images and footage that will help GBF inspire others to care for the Bay. Media Volunteers retain ownership of their original photos and videos while granting Galveston Bay Foundation permission to use submitted media for outreach, education, fundraising, and promotional purposes. As a Media Support Volunteer, you will: Complete one or more assigned shifts as you are available on Saturday, Sunday, or both days of the event Photograph or film riders, volunteers, and scenic locations using a staff-provided shot list Capture both candid and posed moments that highlight the people, energy, and environment of the ride Coordinate with GBF staff to support safety, brand consistency, and proper credit Submit a selection of your best unedited images or video clips within one week after the event
What You’ll Gain Use your creative skills to support local conservation Build experience photographing or filming a large community event Connect with riders, volunteers, and others who care about Galveston Bay Receive professional credit in GBF publications and digital channels when feasible
Snacks, Breakfast, or Lunch will be provided depending on your shift. All volunteers receive a commemorative t-shirt to remember the day. Commitment: One or more scheduled shifts during Bike Around the Bay weekend.
Your images help people experience Bike Around the Bay long after the ride is over meaning they can inspire future stewardship and action for the Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation
Help tell the story of Bike Around the Bay!
Help capture the people, places, and moments that make our two-day, 175-mile Bike Around the Bay ↗ fundraiser such a memorable experience. With thousands of riders and hundreds of volunteers pitching in to make this event happen, we need help capturing the images and footage that will help GBF inspire others to care for the Bay. Media Volunteers retain ownership of their original photos and videos while granting Galveston Bay Foundation permission to use submitted media for outreach, education, fundraising, and promotional purposes. As a Media Support Volunteer, you will: Complete one or more assigned shifts as you are available on Saturday, Sunday, or both days of the event Photograph or film riders, volunteers, and scenic locations using a staff-provided shot list Capture both candid and posed moments that highlight the people, energy, and environment of the ride Coordinate with GBF staff to support safety, brand consistency, and proper credit Submit a selection of your best unedited images or video clips within one week after the event
What You’ll Gain Use your creative skills to support local conservation Build experience photographing or filming a large community event Connect with riders, volunteers, and others who care about Galveston Bay Receive professional credit in GBF publications and digital channels when feasible
Snacks, Breakfast, or Lunch will be provided depending on your shift. All volunteers receive a commemorative t-shirt to remember the day. Commitment: One or more scheduled shifts during Bike Around the Bay weekend.
Your images help people experience Bike Around the Bay long after the ride is over meaning they can inspire future stewardship and action for the Bay. Program: Galveston Bay Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 77565 Allow Groups: Yes |