Keep Texas Beautiful is excited to announce an upcoming, in-person regional training in Lufkin! This is a great time to learn from and network with area Keep Texas Beautiful affiliates and recycling partners.
Special thanks to
Angelina Beautiful Clean for hosting this event in their community and helping us put the training together!
Date:
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location:
Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce
1615 S. Chestnut St
Lufkin, TX 75901
Tentative Agenda:
(Tentative — schedule subject to change)
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Welcome from Angelina Beautiful Clean
We'll hear from our affiliate hosts to kick off the day.
9:45 AM – 10:15 AM
“Howdy, Partners!” Welcome & Introductions
Introduce yourself and say hello to fellow affiliates, KTB staff, and community leaders. Get ready for a day full of ideas, collaboration, and Texas-sized inspiration.
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
“Keep Texas Beautiful 101”
A crash course in all things KTB—programs, resources, and ways affiliates can amplify their local impact through statewide initiatives.
BREAK 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Additional Training (TBD)
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
“Lunch & Learn” Networking Lunch
Grab a bite and connect with fellow attendees. Share wins, swap ideas, and meet new collaborators over lunch. Learn more about the Governor’s Community Achievement Awards, grant opportunities, and creative local programs.
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM
“What’s in the Bag?” Litter Sample Demonstration
See how to collect, categorize, and record litter data for your community using KTB tools. Hands-on learning that turns trash into insight! This will be a hands-on activity that will include an outdoor cleanup, so wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather!
BREAK 1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Matt Stellbaur - Texas Water Resources Institute
Learn about this statewide agency about their work on Watershed Protection Plans across the state, and how you can get involved!
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
“Post It Like It’s Hot” Communications & Marketing Roundtable
Facilitated by Corinne Hughes, KTB Development & Marketing Manager
Explore how affiliates can boost engagement through better outreach, storytelling, and visuals. Includes templates, peer sharing, and interactive discussion.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Optional Networking Event: Wetlands Tour
Stretch your legs, and take an optional outdoor tour of a local wetlands restoration project, hosted by Angelina Beautiful Clean.
Who should attend?
Affiliate Coordinators
Affiliate Board Members
Affiliate Staff/Volunteers
Recycling Partners
Prospective/Provisional Affiliates
Potential Recycling Partners
This training will count towards the training requirements for KTB affiliates.
Due to a change in TxDOT funding, the regional training will cost $20 per person to attend. Please reach out to programs@ktb.org if you need to pay by check instead of credit card.