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Abby Rodgers
President
Abby works with nonprofit and freelance event coordination, and has always enjoyed visiting State and National Parks. She got involved with Friends of McKinney Falls in 2018, and grew a deeper appriciation for public lands while assisting the Friends Group with their fundraiser events and programs in the park. In her community she helps with sustainability efforts as a Zero Waste Block Leader and managing the Austin Dish Lending Library. 
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Colleen Morris
VICE PRESIDENT
Colleen and her husband Jim moved to Austin in 2018 from Virginia. She enjoys outdoor activities,
particularly hiking/walking, and spends a lot of time in McKinney Falls SP with her dog, Ruby. She and
Jim spend most weekends visiting the many parks of Austin and throughout Texas. In addition to
McKinney Falls SP, she also volunteers with a local service dog group and with Austin Animal Center. 

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Emma Rogers
SECRETARY
​Emma works in nonprofit marketing and served a year with Texas Conservation Corps improving trail systems in Texas State Parks. After moving to Austin in 2017, she fell in love with Texas State Parks and wanted to give back close to home, leading her to the Friends of McKinney Falls. As secretary she hopes to help grow the Friends Group and increase outreach to the Austin community. 


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Tyson Bird
Treasurer
​Tyson grew up in northern Idaho with deep appreciation for exploring public lands. After moving to Austin, he quickly became interested in Texas State Parks and their incredible range of biodiversity. A frequent hiker and camper, one of Tyson's favorite things about Austin is having McKinney Falls in our own backyard. He enjoys giving back to the park through the Friend's Group by coordinating events, marketing projects, and assisting with fundraising.

Address

5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX 78744

Email

info@mckinneyfalls.org
  • Home
  • About
    • Our Friends Group >
      • Officers
      • Partners
    • Volunteer >
      • Smith Visitor Center
    • Park Story
  • How To Help
    • Onion Creek Trail Reroute
    • Become A Member
  • Friend Group Events
    • Calendar
    • 5K Trail Run
  • Gallery
    • Photos
    • Videos
  • Donate