In recognition of the support New Braunfels Parks and Recreation receives throughout the year from volunteers, the department hosted the 10th annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on September 13th at the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center.

Volunteer efforts are visible throughout the community in projects such as park cleanup, tree planting and mulching, trail building and repair, planting and weeding landscape beds and assistance at special events. Over the past 11 years, park volunteers contributed a total of 29,600 hours valued at $682,872 in labor costs.

“The amount of time that our volunteers donate yearly is remarkable. We began tracking our volunteer efforts in 2007, this year marked the 10th anniversary of our Annual Volunteer Appreciation and Awards,” said Stacey Dicke Parks and Recreation Director. “The department is truly privileged to have this quantity and quality of service contributed by these fine men, women and organizations.”

The event was themed “A Decade of Dedication.” Several volunteers and organizations were recognized with specific awards for their contributions to the Parks and Recreation Department and community as a whole.

The department has an array of volunteer opportunities for individuals, small groups and large organizations. For more information on the volunteer program call 830-221-4367 or visit www.nbtexas.org.

2018 Volunteer Service Award Winners
Mike Valerio – Frank Chapa Golf Service Award
Rosemary Melody – Trail Blazer Award
Brad Herbelin –  PARD’ner Award
Sharon Suchy – Solid as a Rock
Jimmy and John Owens – Golden Hammer Award
Cemetery Committee – Seele Education Award
Jeff Scott – Sweetheart Award
Byrne Construction – Emmie Faust Award
Das Rec Gala Committee – Bud Dallmann Award
Albert Frank – Roger Dolle Award
Headwaters at the Comal – Teddy Roosevelt Conservation Award
New Braunfels Christian Academy – Jesse Garcia Youth Volunteer Award
Lauren Clawson – Skinner Legacy Award
David Hubbard – ​City of a Prince Award