For the past 35 years, the Warner Parks S.W.E.A.T. (Special Work Education and Trails) Program has employed hard-working summer and winter crew members to maintain and improve Warner Parks trails, facilities, landscaping, and natural areas.
For 8 weeks this season, S.W.E.A.T. worked to provide a safe trail experience for visitors in the Park while also accomplishing major projects like bridge repair, installing signs, and continuing to clear debris caused by Winter Storm Fern.
S.W.E.A.T. provides a crucial service for preserving our beloved Parks, and their conservation efforts can only happen because of the generosity of our donors.
Check out a behind the scenes look at several projects from the past season below and become a Friend today to support one of the longest-running programs in Warner Parks.
2026 Summer S.W.E.A.T. in Summary
Tree Removal, Bridge Repair, and Slope Armoring
Completing the Clearing of Debris at Dripping Springs
“Due to canopy disturbances from Winter Storm Fern, there was an unprecedented need for extensive vegetation management and spot invasive plant removal along trails this season.”
– Paul Fowler, Director of Resource Management
Recurring Trail Maintenance
Constructing and Installing Trail Signs
Converted Luke Lea Tip Pit into Functioning Drain
Tree Planting
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