Animal Tales
Animal Tales
Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
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Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
Join us for a morning of nature discovery! We’ll explore each theme with interpretive hikes along our trails, learn about the wildlife and habitats of the Arboretum in our Discovery Room, and enjoy adventure play in our Nature Playscape!
Calling all nature-loving songwriters! Spend the first Wednesday of every month finding interesting insects and sharing your songs.
This program is a perfect way for our Tiny Trekkers to discover more about the natural world through hands-on exploration.
This program is a perfect way for our Tiny Trekkers to discover more about the natural world through hands-on exploration.
Docents are volunteers who are specially trained to engage visitors of all ages and backgrounds in active explorations of our trails.
Welcome spring with an evening of love songs and delicious picnic delights under the trees at the Houston Arboretum!
Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
Each week we'll read a nature-themed book, meet a live animal, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike.
Join us for a morning of nature discovery! We’ll explore each theme with interpretive hikes along our trails, learn about the wildlife and habitats of the Arboretum in our Discovery Room, and enjoy adventure play in our Nature Playscape!
This program is a perfect way for our Tiny Trekkers to discover more about the natural world through hands-on exploration.
This program is a perfect way for our Tiny Trekkers to discover more about the natural world through hands-on exploration.
You work hard to make sure your students are having fun while learning, and we think educator workshops for teachers should be the same!
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in the courtyard behind the building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
Venomous snakes? Poisonous plants? Animals that spit, vomit, or spray? Join us as we learn what happens when nature attacks!
Squirrels are so common that we take them for granted, but they aren’t just backyard nuisances – they play essential roles in our ecosystem.
Spend the evening with your family exploring some of our favorite trails as we venture out on a guided nature walk.
Why should kids have all the fun? Unwind after a stressful day with all the joys of summer camp, but for grown-ups!
Nature journals are a relaxing way to hone your observation skills, develop your creativity, and practice living in the moment.
The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum!
Join our Ecological Gardening Staff and Volunteers for hands-on experience in our beautifully curated gardens.
Join Dr. Cassidy Johnson to explore the amazing world of frogs and learn how people are working to save these wonderful creatures.
Conserve water, reduce flooding, create wildlife habitat, and beautify your green space with a native rain garden!
The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum!