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SUMMARY:Spring Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:$10 member / $20 nonmember (family of four\, $5 each additional family member)Family Tree Membership or above required for Member rate.Instructor: Patti BonninAll ages \n\n\n\nPut your observation skills to the test in our family-friendly Spring Scavenger Hunt! Families will receive a set of clues and compete to solve nature-themed riddles. Work as a team as you trek the trails to complete the hunt! \n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the out of doors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/spring-scavenger-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Harp & Hula: Music & Dance from Hawaii
DESCRIPTION:$8 per personInstructor: Ocean Music ActionAll ages \n\n\n\nJoin harpist Megan Conley and friends for a children’s program of music highlighting animals from the ocean\, land\, and sky of the Hawaiian Islands. Children will hear music from the islands and learn the art of hula\, integrating music\, movement\, and storytelling into a beautiful dance. \n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/harp-hula-music-dance-from-hawaii/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Archeology Day
DESCRIPTION:FREEAll ages \n\n\n\nDiscover history’s secrets as we take a glimpse into the past. Join the Houston Arboretum\, the Houston Archeology Society\, and the American Indian Center of Houston as we present Arboretum Archeology Day! Learn about tools of the trade\, see prehistoric and historic artifacts\, and examine real bones and skulls from native animals. Put your archeology skills to the test with pottery shard measuring and ceramic reconstruction. Children are welcome to participate in the Soil Screening Lab for a small fee. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nsoil screening lab\n\n\n\n$5 donation per personAges 5 and upParents must accompany their children \n\n\n\nReady to get your hands dirty? Join our team of archeologists as they screen soil for artifacts. Learn more about the archeology process from screening and artifact recovery to bagging and tagging! \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. Gloves will be provided if needed.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/arboretum-archeology-day/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T150000
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SUMMARY:Bubble Science
DESCRIPTION:1:30 – 2:30 pm3:00 – 4:00 pm$10 member / $12 nonmember (per person – adults and children)Instructor: Patti BonninAll Ages \n\n\n\nCurious about bubbles? From smoldering lava to foaming snails and spittlebugs\, bubbles pop up in some pretty cool places. Come discover the magic of nature’s bubbles while creating your own bubbly fun! \n\n\n\nThis is a hands-on\, messy class. Please come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \n\n\n\n\nregister online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/bubble-science/2023-10-08/2/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T143000
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SUMMARY:Bubble Science
DESCRIPTION:1:30 – 2:30 pm3:00 – 4:00 pm$10 member / $12 nonmember (per person – adults and children)Instructor: Patti BonninAll Ages \n\n\n\nCurious about bubbles? From smoldering lava to foaming snails and spittlebugs\, bubbles pop up in some pretty cool places. Come discover the magic of nature’s bubbles while creating your own bubbly fun! \n\n\n\nThis is a hands-on\, messy class. Please come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \n\n\n\n\nregister online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/bubble-science/2023-10-08/1/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:All About Bees
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $40 nonmember (family of four*\, $5 each additional family member)Instructor: Patti BonninAll ages \n\n\n\nDid you know there are over 1\,000 species of bees in Texas? In this class we will learn about native bees\, discuss why they are declining\, and learn what you can do to help. You will get to taste different varieties of local Texas honey and each family will make a bee home to take home! \n\n\n\n\nSOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents/guardians are required to attend program with children. \n\n\n\n*Family Tree membership level and above required for member discount.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/all-about-bees/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T120000
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SUMMARY:Pond Life
DESCRIPTION:Price $30 member / $40 nonmember (family of four*\, $5 each additional family member)Instructor: Patti BonninAll ages \n\n\n\nPonds are much more than a home for fish! They are also a watering hole\, a shelter\, a nursery\, a hunting ground\, and they even help clean pollution from the water and soil! Take a peek into this unique habitat as we meet some of our favorite pond animals\, create watercolor art\, and go pond dipping in search of aquatic creatures! \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents/guardians are required to attend program with children. \n\n\n\n*Family Tree membership level and above required for member discount.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/pond-life/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T200000
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SUMMARY:Family Evening Explorations
DESCRIPTION:6:30 – 8 p.m. $10 per person per classInstructor: Patti Bonnin Ages 5 and up  \n\n\n\nSpend the evening exploring some of our favorite trails as we venture out on a guided nature walk. Along the way we will learn more about the Arboretum’s different habitats and the local flora and fauna found here. Light snacks will be provided before heading out.  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 16\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 21\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 18\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-evening-explorations/2022-08-18/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Family Evening Explorations
DESCRIPTION:6:30 – 8 p.m. $10 per person per classInstructor: Patti Bonnin Ages 5 and up  \n\n\n\nSpend the evening exploring some of our favorite trails as we venture out on a guided nature walk. Along the way we will learn more about the Arboretum’s different habitats and the local flora and fauna found here. Light snacks will be provided before heading out.  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 16\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 21\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 18\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-evening-explorations/2022-07-21/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T100000
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SUMMARY:All About Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $40 nonmember (per family of up to 4; $5 per additional family member) Instructor: Patti Bonnin All Ages \n\n\n\nDid you know there are over 400 butterfly species in Texas? These colorful insects are not only beautiful\, they are also important pollinators! Join us as we learn about our native butterflies\, explore Arboretum habitats in search of butterflies and caterpillars\, and make seed balls to grow your own butterfly habitat at home!  \n\n\n\nThis class has SOLD OUT. Click the link below for more fantastic family programs! \n\n\n\n\nNaturally Wild Families\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/all-about-butterflies-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T200000
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SUMMARY:Family Evening Explorations
DESCRIPTION:6:30 – 8 p.m. $10 per person per classInstructor: Patti Bonnin Ages 5 and up  \n\n\n\nSpend the evening exploring some of our favorite trails as we venture out on a guided nature walk. Along the way we will learn more about the Arboretum’s different habitats and the local flora and fauna found here. Light snacks will be provided before heading out.  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 16\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 21\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 18\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-evening-explorations/2022-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220522T123000
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SUMMARY:Water in Harmony
DESCRIPTION:$8 per personInstructor: Patti Bonnin and Ocean Music ActionAll ages \n\n\n\nIn collaboration with Ocean Music Action\, the Houston Arboretum is proud to offer ‘Water in Harmony’: a program of music and hands-on activities to encourage mindful care of our oceans and waterways. Join Houston Symphony’s Principal Harpist Megan Conley and friends as they use music to inspire children to learn about the natural world around them. After the concert\, we will go pond dipping in search of aquatic creatures\, study plants that survive in wetland habitats and participate in water conservation demonstrations. \n\n\n\nThis class has SOLD OUT. A waitlist is available until filled.  \n\n\n\n\nWaitlist\n\n\n\n\nThis program is perfect for our preschool-age visitors and their families. Please come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/water-in-harmony/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220521T100000
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SUMMARY:Native Bees of the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $40 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member)* Instructor: Jessie Meadows All Ages \n\n\n\nLearn the buzz about Houston’s native bees! Unlike honey bees\, our native bees are solitary\, and some are known as buzz pollinators. We will hike our trails to observe our native bees in action and build bee houses that mason bees\, and other solitary bees\, can use to lay their eggs.  \n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes.  \n\n\n\nThis class has SOLD OUT. A waitlist is available until filled. \n\n\n\n\nWaitlist\n\n\n\n\n *Must be a Family Tree Member or above for Member rate.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/native-bees-of-the-arboretum/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T120000
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SUMMARY:Sweeping the Savanna
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $40 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member)*  Instructor: Patti Bonnin All Ages \n\n\n\nSpringtime in the savanna is buzzing with activity! Butterflies\, bees\, and beetles use this restored habitat for food and shelter. Come discover the diversity of our grassland insects and practice your sweep netting techniques along the Arboretum’s trails.   \n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\n *Must be a Family Tree Member or above for Member rate.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/sweeping-the-savanna/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T123000
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SUMMARY:Water & Fire: Agua & Fuego
DESCRIPTION:$8 per personInstructor: Patti Bonnin and Ryley WilsonAll ages \n\n\n\nThe Houston Grand Opera brings life to the beautiful words of Jorge Argueta’s “Agua\, Agüita (Water\, Little Water) & Fuego\, Fueguito (Fire\, Little Fire). This trilingual performance depicts the life cycle of flowing water and invigorating fire\, and reflects the author’s deep appreciation for the natural world. Connect further with these elements as you create works of art using charcoal gathered from the Arboretum’s prescribed fire and watercolor paints. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\nOnline registration will close at noon on Friday\, April 29. To register after that time\, please call the Front Desk at 713-681-8433. \n\n\n\nThis program is perfect for our preschool-age visitors and their families. Please come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/water-fire-agua-fuego/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220320T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220320T123000
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SUMMARY:Armadillo Adventures
DESCRIPTION:$8 per person\, all family members must be registered to attendInstructor: Patti Bonnin and Ryley WilsonAll ages \n\n\n\nHave you heard of a singing armadillo? Experience the story of Sandy\, an armadillo whose passion for music sends him on a journey in hopes of achieving his dream of performing on stage. Houston Grand Opera’s interactive performance will have you believing wishes do come true! Afterwards\, children will learn more about these armored mammals with hands-on activities and an armadillo-themed hike. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\nOnline registration closes Friday\, March 18 at 3 pm. A limited number of tickets may be available after registration closes. Please call the Front Desk at 713-681-8433 for more information.  \n\n\n\nThis program is perfect for our preschool-age visitors and their families. Please come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/armadillo-adventures/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220319T120000
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SUMMARY:Frogs & Fairytales
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $40 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member) Instructor: Patti Bonnin All Ages  \n\n\n\nHear Ye! Hear Ye! Calling all Princes\, Princesses\, and frogs to join us at the Houston Arboretum as we celebrate World Frog Day! Come dressed as your favorite storybook character to learn more about our amphibian friends. This family program will include a story\, fun froggy crafts\, and pond dipping for tadpoles!  \n\n\n\nThis class has SOLD OUT. A waitlist is available until filled.  \n\n\n\n\nWaitlist\n\n\n\n\nCostumes are encouraged\, but not required. Please make sure to wear appropriate footwear! This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children. 
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/frogs-fairytales/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124524
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SUMMARY:Family Full Moon Hikes
DESCRIPTION:$10 per person   Instructor: Patti Bonnin All Ages  \n\n\n\nExplore the Arboretum trails at night while the moon is at its brightest. We will hit the trails as the sun is setting and watch the nightfall among the trees. Experience the thrilling sights\, smells\, and sounds of the Arboretum’s habitats after dark. “HOO” knows what animals we might encounter along the way!  \n\n\n\nAll Family Full Moon Hikes have reached max capacity. Waitlists are available until filled.  \n\n\n\n\nMonday\, January 17 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 16 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 18 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors including closed-toe shoes and jackets\, if needed. Red lights are allowed\, but white flashlights and headlamps are discouraged to allow our participants a chance to fully immerse in the nighttime experience. Staff will carry flashlights in case of emergencies. No dogs\, please. In the event of severe weather\, we will offer a reschedule date. Be prepared for walking; we recommend leaving strollers at home.  
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-full-moon-hikes-2/2022-03-18/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T193000
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SUMMARY:Family Full Moon Hikes
DESCRIPTION:$10 per person   Instructor: Patti Bonnin All Ages  \n\n\n\nExplore the Arboretum trails at night while the moon is at its brightest. We will hit the trails as the sun is setting and watch the nightfall among the trees. Experience the thrilling sights\, smells\, and sounds of the Arboretum’s habitats after dark. “HOO” knows what animals we might encounter along the way!  \n\n\n\nAll Family Full Moon Hikes have reached max capacity. Waitlists are available until filled.  \n\n\n\n\nMonday\, January 17 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 16 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 18 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors including closed-toe shoes and jackets\, if needed. Red lights are allowed\, but white flashlights and headlamps are discouraged to allow our participants a chance to fully immerse in the nighttime experience. Staff will carry flashlights in case of emergencies. No dogs\, please. In the event of severe weather\, we will offer a reschedule date. Be prepared for walking; we recommend leaving strollers at home.  
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-full-moon-hikes-2/2022-02-16/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:The Wonders of Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $40 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member)*Instructor: Jessie Meadows All Ages \n\n\n\nCome explore the Houston Arboretum’s wetlands in honor of World Wetlands Day! Wetlands are one of the most biologically productive ecosystems in the world. They are also Mother Nature’s built-in filtration system and play an integral role in keeping our environment healthy. We will construct our own water filters and learn ways to help protect our local wetlands.   \n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\n *Must be a Family Tree Member or above for Member rate.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/the-wonders-of-wetlands/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Family Full Moon Hikes
DESCRIPTION:$10 per person   Instructor: Patti Bonnin All Ages  \n\n\n\nExplore the Arboretum trails at night while the moon is at its brightest. We will hit the trails as the sun is setting and watch the nightfall among the trees. Experience the thrilling sights\, smells\, and sounds of the Arboretum’s habitats after dark. “HOO” knows what animals we might encounter along the way!  \n\n\n\nAll Family Full Moon Hikes have reached max capacity. Waitlists are available until filled.  \n\n\n\n\nMonday\, January 17 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 16 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 18 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors including closed-toe shoes and jackets\, if needed. Red lights are allowed\, but white flashlights and headlamps are discouraged to allow our participants a chance to fully immerse in the nighttime experience. Staff will carry flashlights in case of emergencies. No dogs\, please. In the event of severe weather\, we will offer a reschedule date. Be prepared for walking; we recommend leaving strollers at home.  
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-full-moon-hikes-2/2022-01-17/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Geocaching
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $40 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member)*Instructor: Patti Bonnin All Ages  \n\n\n\nGeocaching is a free\, real-world outdoor treasure hunt. There are over 2 million caches hidden around the world! Learn the basics of geocaching and treasure hunting etiquette before heading out on the trails in search of the Arboretum’s hidden caches!  \n\n\n\nYou can use the free Geocaching app on your smartphone to locate the geocaches. GPS units will also be available\, if needed. Please come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. This is a family program; parents are required to attend program with children.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\n*Must be a Family Tree Member or above for Member rate.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/geocaching/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Family Full Moon Hikes
DESCRIPTION:$20 member / $30 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member) Family Tree and above member level required for a discounted rate.Instructor: Patti BonninAll Ages \n\n\n\nExplore the Arboretum trails at night while the moon is at its brightest. We will hit the trails as the sun is setting and watch night fall among the trees. Look for owls in the treetops and listen for the nightly serenade of frogs in the ponds. A light snack will be available. \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 20 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 19 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 18 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors including closed-toe shoes and jackets\, if needed. Flashlights and headlamps are discouraged to allow our participants a chance to fully immerse in the nighttime experience. No dogs\, please. Staff will carry flashlights in case of emergencies. In the event of severe weather\, we will offer a reschedule date. Be prepared for walking; we recommend leaving strollers at home unless designed for trails.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-full-moon-hikes/2021-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Wild about Wildlife!
DESCRIPTION:$20 member / $30 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member)  Family Tree and above member level required for a discounted rate. Instructor: Patti BonninAll Ages \n\n\n\nIn honor of Wildlife Conservation Day we want to show our support for our local animals! Become a hero to native wildlife by helping improve their homes. In this program\, families will discover the importance of protecting wildlife habitats by helping us clean the trails\, learning about our native animals\, and finding out how to create a healthy habitat in their own backyard! Each family will make a bird feeder and toad adobe to take home! \n\n\n\nThis class has SOLD OUT. A waitlist will be available until full. \n\n\n\n\nWaitlist\n\n\n\n\nThis class will have indoor and outdoor components.  Please dress for the weather.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/wild-about-wildlife/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211119T190000
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SUMMARY:Family Full Moon Hikes
DESCRIPTION:$20 member / $30 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member) Family Tree and above member level required for a discounted rate.Instructor: Patti BonninAll Ages \n\n\n\nExplore the Arboretum trails at night while the moon is at its brightest. We will hit the trails as the sun is setting and watch night fall among the trees. Look for owls in the treetops and listen for the nightly serenade of frogs in the ponds. A light snack will be available. \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 20 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 19 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 18 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors including closed-toe shoes and jackets\, if needed. Flashlights and headlamps are discouraged to allow our participants a chance to fully immerse in the nighttime experience. No dogs\, please. Staff will carry flashlights in case of emergencies. In the event of severe weather\, we will offer a reschedule date. Be prepared for walking; we recommend leaving strollers at home unless designed for trails.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-full-moon-hikes/2021-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Family Full Moon Hikes
DESCRIPTION:$20 member / $30 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member) Family Tree and above member level required for a discounted rate.Instructor: Patti BonninAll Ages \n\n\n\nExplore the Arboretum trails at night while the moon is at its brightest. We will hit the trails as the sun is setting and watch night fall among the trees. Look for owls in the treetops and listen for the nightly serenade of frogs in the ponds. A light snack will be available. \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 20 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 19 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 18 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors including closed-toe shoes and jackets\, if needed. Flashlights and headlamps are discouraged to allow our participants a chance to fully immerse in the nighttime experience. No dogs\, please. Staff will carry flashlights in case of emergencies. In the event of severe weather\, we will offer a reschedule date. Be prepared for walking; we recommend leaving strollers at home unless designed for trails.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/family-full-moon-hikes/2021-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Monarch Butterfly Tagging
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $40 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people per family\, $5 per additional family member)  Family Tree and above member level required for a discounted rate. Instructor: Jessie MeadowsAll Ages – intended for families\, all children must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nEach fall\, monarchs make an astonishing 3\,000 mile journey south to their overwintering grounds high in the mountains of Mexico. Together\, we will learn how to safely catch and tag monarch butterflies in preparation for their peak migration through the Houston area from October 10th-22nd. By tagging monarch butterflies and reporting our findings\, we will help the Monarch Watch Tagging Program and their study of the monarch’s migration patterns. We will also learn how the arrival of monarchs in Mexico coincides with Dia de los Muertos on November 1st. \n\n\n\n\nSOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nLooking for more family fun? Click the button below! \n\n\n\n\nMore Family Programs\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the out of doors\, including closed-toe shoes.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/monarch-butterfly-tagging/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Exploring Habitats: Water Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:$20 member / $30 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member)Instructor: Patti BonninAll Ages \n\n\n\nFamily Tree and above member level required for a discounted rate. \n\n\n\nJoin us as we explore the Arboretum’s ponds and perform a habitat assessment. Water monitoring provides essential information about the health and quality of our aquatic habitats. Learn the basics of water monitoring\, including testing dissolved oxygen and pH levels\, and completing biological surveys. Go pond dipping to see what aquatic animals can be found lurking beneath the water’s surface.  \n\n\n\n\nSOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nClass will be held rain or shine and will be primarily outdoors. Prepare for walking; we recommend leaving strollers at home unless designed for trails.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/exploring-habitats-water-monitoring/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T210000
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SUMMARY:TX Ghost Stories
DESCRIPTION:In-PersonPrice: $25 member/$35 nonmember (per family of up to 4; $5 per additional family member)Instructor: Justin ClayAll Ages \n\n\n\n\nSOLD OUT\n\n\n\n\nSitting around a campfire is the ideal place for a good ghost story\, and Texas has its fair share of spooky places. Learn how to build a fire\, roast s’mores\, and listen to authentic Texas ghost stories.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tx-ghost-stories/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:All About Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:In-Person$25 member / $35 nonmember (per family of up to 4; $5 per additional family member)Instructor: Patti BonninAges 5 and up \n\n\nThis class has SOLD OUT. Thank you for your support! For more Children’s Programming click HERE. \n\n\nDid you know there are over 400 butterfly species in Texas? These colorful insects are not only beautiful\, they are also important pollinators! Join us as we learn about our native butterflies\, explore Arboretum habitats in search of butterflies and caterpillars\, and make seed balls to grow your own butterfly habitat at home!
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/all-about-butterflies/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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