Join us for the very first Stride to Serve event — a simple idea with a powerful impact: move your body, meet good people, and leave a place better than you found it.
We’ll start with a 45-minute run or walk and then spend some time clearing fallen branches from the campgrounds and gathering areas. It’s light volunteer work that makes an immediate difference for everyone who uses the park and makes life easier for the county staff who maintain the area.
No special skills required—just show up ready to move and help out.
Event Details
Location: Baylor Regional Park
Who Can Join: All fitness levels welcome, there is no too much or too little!
Whether you run, jog, or stroll, this event is about community, movement, and service.
What We’ll Do
1. Meet & Quick Welcome: Brief introduction to Stride to Serve and the day’s plan.
2. 45-Minute Run or Walk: Participants can run, jog, or walk at their own pace on a quarter mile or half mile out and back - go as far as you want, as fast as you want. No pace or distance is wrong!
This is not a race! We will not time you or track how far you go or watch if you don’t walk or run the whole time. If you’re happy, we’re happy!
3. Serve Together: We’ll collect and move fallen branches and debris from campgrounds and shared park spaces to keep the park safe and accessible.
4. Wrap-Up & Connect: A few minutes to relax, meet people, and celebrate a job well done.
What to Bring
Please bring a few simple things to make the event easier and safer:
* Work gloves (recommended for handling branches)
* Running or walking shoes for the run and appropriate work shoes or boots for the service activity
* Weather-appropriate clothing
* Water bottle
* Positive attitude and willingness to help
If you have extra gloves, feel free to bring them for others!
We will have beverages and snacks.
Who Should Come?
* Runners and walkers of all levels
* People who enjoy volunteering
* Anyone who wants to meet neighbors and spend time outdoors
* Families and friends who want to do something positive together
Sign Up
Participation is free, but please sign up so we know how many people to expect.
Why Stride to Serve With Us?
We believe the best community events combine three things:
🏃 **Movement** – Exercise that feels good
🤝 **Connection** – Meeting people who care about the community
🌱 **Service** – Doing something tangible that improves a shared place
Even small acts—like clearing branches from trails—can make parks safer and more enjoyable for everyone.
Sign Up
Participation is free, but please sign up so we know how many people to expect.