Family Programs

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

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!

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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