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Bingo on the Lawn

Enjoy a fun evening of bingo on the new Nature Center Lawn! Blankets, daubers, and lawn chairs are encouraged.

Bingo on the Lawn

Enjoy a fun morning of bingo on the new Nature Center Lawn! Blankets, daubers, and lawn chairs are encouraged.

Kayaking Basics

Come out and learn the basics of kayaking, paddling, and general water safety with an Arboretum Naturalist.

Global Big Day for Families

During the Global Big Day, join 30,000+ people around the world as they attempt to observe more than 7,000 bird species in a single day!

Insects in the Evening

As the sun sets, come explore the Arboretum and become an entomologist as you learn how to search for insects.

Bingo on the Lawn

Enjoy a fun evening of bingo on the new Nature Center Lawn! Blankets, daubers, and lawn chairs are encouraged.

Geocaching CITO Event

Get the family together, grab your smartphone, and head to the Arboretum to hunt for geocaches and help beautify our trails!

All About Butterflies

Join us as we learn about our native butterflies and explore Arboretum habitats in search of butterflies and caterpillars!

TX Ghost Stories

The whole family can join us as we learn how to build a camp fire, roast s’mores, and listen to authentic Texas ghost stories.

Exploring Habitats: Water Monitoring

Learn the basics of water monitoring, including testing dissolved oxygen and pH levels, and completing biological surveys.

Monarch Butterfly Tagging

Learn how to safely catch and tag monarch butterflies in preparation for their peak migration through the Houston area.

Wild about Wildlife!

Help us clean the trails, learn about native animals, and find out how to create a healthy habitat in your own backyard!

Geocaching

Learn the basics of geocaching and treasure hunting etiquette before heading out on the trails in search of the Arboretum’s hidden caches! 

The Wonders of Wetlands

Come explore the Houston Arboretum’s wetlands in honor of World Wetlands Day and learn ways to help protect our local wetlands!