HIRO Diapers

Join HIRO's Lead Scientist, Sarah Larocca, for a family-friendly morning exploring one of Austin's hidden gems: Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park.

We'll enjoy a gentle stroll through a restored native wildflower prairie while learning about Central Texas' incredible native plants, birds, pollinators, and the importance of ecological restoration. Along the way, Sarah will share her knowledge of the local ecosystem and answer your questions about the natural world around us.

We'll finish the walk overlooking the Colorado River (Lake Austin), with beautiful views and time to connect as a community.

Meeting Location:
Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park
614 N Commons Ford Rd, Austin, TX 78733

Parking Instructions:
The park is large! Drive all the way into the park until the main road curves left. You'll see a large historic barn - park there. Sarah will be waiting to welcome everyone - we will head off right at 9:30 so come early. 

Kids and curious nature lovers of all ages are welcome. Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and don't forget your sense of wonder.

Join us for an informal and inspiring conversation about how small changes at home can make a big difference for our city, our waterways, and our planet!

Austin has an ambitious goal to reduce the amount of trash sent to landfills by 90% by 2040 — and every one of us plays a role in getting there. In this session we will walk through practical, actionable zero waste habits you can start today, with a focus on the incredible programs and resources Austin already has available to make it easy.

We will cover:

Composting at Home and Curbside — Austin's Curbside Composting Collection Program collects food scraps, yard trimmings, food-soiled paper and natural fibers and converts them into nutrient-rich compost. Because materials are processed in a commercial composting facility, extremely high temperatures are reached, allowing Austinites to compost items like meat, dairy, seafood and bones that typically cannot be composted in a backyard. We will cover what goes in the green cart, what stays out, and tips for getting started!

Recycling Right — Not all recycling is created equal! We will bust common recycling myths, cover what actually belongs in your blue cart, and talk about how to avoid "wishcycling."

Fix It, Don't Trash It — Austin's Fix-It Clinics teach you how to repair clothes, appliances, electronics, and more with guides and direct expert support. We will talk about repair culture and where to find these free community resources!

The Recycle and Reuse Drop-Off Center — At the ReUse Store, visitors can pick up items in good, usable condition that others have dropped off at the center — items are free for everyone. Austin ReBlend is a 100% post-consumer reblended flat paint made from paint collected at the center and is available for free. Mulch is also available for free pickup. A true hidden gem in Austin!

Hornsby Bend — Did you know Hornsby Bend accepts yard trimmings and large brush, and the material is composted into Dillo Dirt? We will cover how to use this incredible local resource!

Becoming a Zero Waste Block Leader — Zero Waste Block Leaders are engaged community members who are passionate about sustainability and zero waste. They offer their time and knowledge to their friends, families and neighbors, sharing information about recycling, composting, repurposing and repairing. Find out how to get involved!

The Big Picture — We will connect it all back to why it matters — for Austin's waterways, wildlife, and the planet we love.

HIRO Community Call 🍄🌿
Low Waste Living 101 with Nicole Teran

You want to live more sustainably. But where do you even start?

Join Team HIRO and Nicole Teran, sustainability educator, facilitator, and founder & CEO of Community Climate Hub, on August 13th from 12:00–12:30 PM CST for a practical and grounding 30-minute session on low waste living — without the pressure of perfection.

Nicole has spent years training corporations, startups, nonprofits, and families on real, actionable climate action. Her approach is evidence-based, non-judgmental, and built for actual humans living actual lives.

She'll walk us through the highest-impact swaps to prioritize, low waste tips specifically for families with babies and young kids, how to reduce waste without breaking the budget, and how to shift your mindset from perfection to progress.

Because small, meaningful actions create powerful ripple effects. And it starts right here.

For anyone ready to move from awareness to action — no matter where you're starting from.

Come as you are. Leave feeling informed, empowered, and ready to make an impact. 🤍

August 13th | 12:00 PM CST | 30 minutes

Join us at Enlightened Baby in Austin, TX for evenings designed for expecting and new parents, centered around conscious baby care and registry building.