Join TreeFolks as we celebrate another impactful planting season!
TreeFolks staff and volunteers have been hard at work this season planting over 80,000 trees, adopting out over 6,000 trees to the public, and reforesting 64 floodplain acres. Now it's time to gather together and celebrate all this hard work at the third annual Keep Austin Rooted Family Picnic! Buy tickets today to join in on the fun and support TreeFolks' mission to strengthen community through planting and caring for trees.
Put on your best Woodland Festive outfit for the chance to win a prize!
Kids & adults are both welcome to dress up!
When: Sunday, June 2nd, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Live Oak Brewing Co (1615 Crozier Ln, Del Valle, TX 78617)
What:
- Live music by Jack Fister's Wildlife
- Food from Buddy's BBQ & Crepes & The Black Forest
- Raffle & door prizes from YETI, Patagonia, Austin FC, Ventana Ballet, Amy's Ice Creams, & Bee's Wrap
- Tarot readings by TreeFolks staff
- Ask-An-Arborist
- Travis Audubon, Bug Safari, Central Texas Seed Savers Central Texas Mycological Society, Red Line Parkway Initiative, and Capital Area Master Naturalists tables
- Lawn games
- Costume contest
- And more!!
FAQ's:
Can I bring my dog?
Woof! Dogs are welcome at Live Oak.
Can I bring my kid?
Yes! Kids are welcome and tickets for them are available for sale.
Where is the venue?
Live Oak Brewing Co is located at 1615 Crozier Ln, Del Valle, TX 78617
Where do I park?
Parking is available onsite in the parking lot or in the grassy area northeast of the brewery.
What time do I need to arrive?
Stop by any time between 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM. There will be food, games, and music ongoing throughout the event!
What's included in my ticket?
Tickets include entry to the picnic, a meal, and two drinks. Raffle tickets, tarot card readings, and merchandise are also available! Suggested donation amounts start at $5.
About the Program
Ask-An-Arborist
Got a burning tree question? Bring it to the picnic! Our arborist friends Ted, Vincent, and Colleen will be happy to answer it for you during a special Ask-An-Arborist panel discussion.
Organizations & Activities
Check out our friends' tables at the picnic!
- π° Central Texas Seed Savers π° is preventing extinction of culturally, ecologically and culinarily important plants. Join them to learn all about how to serve seeds that are diverse, locally-adapted, non-GMO, and in the public domain.
- π¦ Travis Audubon π¦ was founded in 1952 by visionary Central Texans who recognized the vital connection between conserving wildlife habitat and the ecological balance necessary for healthy, sustainable, and habitable communities.
- πͺ² The Bug Safari πͺ² is an up-close lesson in how to identify arthropods & why they're important in our lives. It's led by Marcia Beckford, a retired educator.
- π Central Texas Mycological Society π strengthens the conservation, awareness, and study of Mycology in the communities of Central Texas
- π² Red Line Parkway Initiative π²is creating a welcoming parkway connecting communities from Downtown Austin to Cedar Park to Leander.
- πΏ Capital Area Master Naturalists πΏ
- Tarot readings: Receive some wisdom and guidance from TreeFolks very own Héctor in an individual tarot reading.
- Amurica Photo Booth: Housed in a converted canned ham trailer full of unusual props, Amurica TX is stocked with props both weird and wonderful. The trailer can easily fit you and your 15 closest friends. They use a professional-grade camera and printer and a wide-angle lens to make everyone look fantastic. There’s even a giant monitor outside so other party guests can watch the fun inside the booth!
