REACHING OUT Whether it’s planting trees, pulling weeds or removing invasive vines, volunteers play an important role in helping maintain and beautify Buffalo Bayou. In 2013, more than 1,000 individuals, corporate employees and students contributed their valuable time to assist BBP with conservation and maintenance. Volunteers also provided vitally needed administrative assistance and event support. With increased maintenance and operations responsibilities being taken on in Buffalo Bayou Park, volunteers will be needed more than ever in the coming years. BBP is already making plans to expand its partnership with the Harris County Corrections’ community service program and to partner with SER Jobs for Progress, a workforce training program. top As part of Budweiser America Made Better, employees from both the local Anheuser-Busch wholesaler Silver Eagle Distributors and the local Anheuser-Busch Brewery help beautify Buffalo Bend Nature Park. left Employees from Tenaris, an oilfield equipment services company, have been volunteering at Buffalo Bayou Park’s Tapley Tributary for six years. bottom Students from KIPP Academy lend a hand to clear invasives at Tapley Tributary.
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