Monarch Butterfly Tagging
Learn how to safely catch and tag monarch butterflies in preparation for their peak migration through the Houston area.
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CSI: Mystery on the Trails
Together we will learn about animal adaptations, discover how to identify tracks and scat, and solve the riddle of the Mystery on the Trails.
Wildflower ID Walk
Join Arboretum staff for a relaxed walk to the Meadow to identify some of our most common fall wildflowers.
Seasonal Picnics
Enjoy an all-inclusive lunchtime picnic at the Arboretum. Lay out your picnic blanket and enjoy a delicious meal under the Arboretum trees.
Halloween Pup Crawl & Pet Expo
The Pup Crawl & Pet Expo is getting a Halloween twist this year! Bring your pup in costume and enjoy a beer while exploring the trails.
Birding by Ear
Bird watching can be very frustrating: birds are tiny, fast, and love to hide. You should try birding by ear instead!
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.
Family Full Moon Hikes
Explore the Arboretum while the full moon is at its brightest. We'll hit the trails as the sun sets and watch night fall among the trees.
ArBOOretum
ArBOOretum features fun fall activities for all ages including live animals, pumpkin decorating, and Houston’s only Trick-or-Treat Nature Trail. Enjoy these fall classics and so much more!
Halloween Sip & Stroll
Sip & Stroll is taking on a spooky spin this Halloween! Walk the Arboretum’s dimly lit trails where you may encounter creatures of the night.
Beyond Your Senses
There’s a whole world beyond the reach of human senses that are part of everyday life for non-human animals!
Seasonal Picnics
Enjoy an all-inclusive lunchtime picnic at the Arboretum. Lay out your picnic blanket and enjoy a delicious meal under the Arboretum trees.
Concert in the Courtyard
Grab your friends and get your groove on with Tomar and the FCs at the Arboretum's Concert in the Courtyard!
Animal Architects
Learn about the structures built by animal architects, and practice your building skills as we engineer our own versions of animal homes.
Family Full Moon Hikes
Explore the Arboretum while the full moon is at its brightest. We'll hit the trails as the sun sets and watch night fall among the trees.
Teacher Workshop: A Habitat’s A Home
Bring nature explorations indoors during this teacher workshop! Discover creative ways to engage your students with hands-on activities.
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!
Seasonal Picnics
Enjoy an all-inclusive lunchtime picnic at the Arboretum. Lay out your picnic blanket and enjoy a delicious meal under the Arboretum trees.
DIY Candles
In this fun class, we’ll use soy wax, scented oils, and colors to make fancy glass jar candles to light up the darkest days of the year!
Family Full Moon Hikes
Explore the Arboretum while the full moon is at its brightest. We'll hit the trails as the sun sets and watch night fall among the trees.