The Secret Life of Crows
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, crows are fascinating birds. Everyone has a crow story. Are crows dark, menacing pests, or are they smart, friendly tricksters? The answer is always somewhere in between.
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Nature & Wildlife
The Ecology of Mycology
In this class, we’ll focus on some of our local fungi and their complex relationships with plants, insects, and humans.
The Basics of Tree ID
Can you see the forest for the trees? Learn the basics of tree ID, from an introduction to scientific names to an overview of tree morphology.
The Buzz About Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are the deadliest organisms on the planet. But how can such a tiny creature cause such chaos and why can’t humans wipe them out?
Nature Revealed: Ecology in Action
From the slow march of forest succession to the rapid impacts of squirrel “predation” on trees, learn how ecology shapes our world.
Beginner Birding Hike
Celebrate Houston’s Bird Week and the start of fall migration with our Beginner Birding Hike! We’ll practice using binoculars (we’ll even have pairs for you to borrow), learn how to spot birds, and work through the basics of bird ID.
Wildflower ID Walk
Join Arboretum staff for a relaxed walk to the Meadow to identify some of our most common fall wildflowers.
Under the Microscope
In this hands-on class, we’ll collect water samples and view them under our video microscopes to go on a miniature safari.
Beyond Your Senses
There’s a whole world beyond the reach of human senses that are part of everyday life for non-human animals!
Winter Tree ID
Learn how to identify trees based on some not-so-obvious characteristics like twig morphology and get into the real nitty-gritty of tree ID.
Backyard Birds
Cardinals, jays, robins, and chickadees visit nearly every home in Houston. What secrets lurk beneath the fluff of these backyard birds?
Repeating Patterns in Nature
Learn about repeating patterns in nature and the math behind them, but don’t worry – you don’t need to be a math whiz for this class!
Birding is for Everyone
In this class, we’ll learn about the many ways you can get into birding that don’t require expensive equipment or even leaving your house.
Houston After Dark
Learn about the weird and wonderful wildlife that roams Houston streets when the sun goes down and it gets dark!
Secrets of the Swamp
When you think of swamps, you probably think of mud and mosquitoes – but Houston’s swamps are more mysterious and fascinating than you think!
The Secret Life of Squirrels
Squirrels are so common that we take them for granted, but they aren’t just backyard nuisances – they play essential roles in our ecosystem.