Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in the courtyard behind the building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
When Nature Attacks
Venomous snakes? Poisonous plants? Animals that spit, vomit, or spray? Join us as we learn what happens when nature attacks!
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.
Family Evening Explorations
Spend the evening with your family exploring some of our favorite trails as we venture out on a guided nature walk.
Summer Camp All Grown Up
Why should kids have all the fun? Unwind after a stressful day with all the joys of summer camp, but for grown-ups!
DIY Nature Journals
Nature journals are a relaxing way to hone your observation skills, develop your creativity, and practice living in the moment.
Ecological Landscapes & Gardening
Join our Ecological Gardening Staff and Volunteers for hands-on experience in our beautifully curated gardens.
Arboretum at Night: Frogs
Join Dr. Cassidy Johnson to explore the amazing world of frogs and learn how people are working to save these wonderful creatures.
Designing a Rain Garden
Conserve water, reduce flooding, create wildlife habitat, and beautify your green space with a native rain garden!
Bayou Happy Hour Hike
Join us for a stroll out to Buffalo Bayou, enjoy some Saint Arnold Brewing Company beer, and learn how the bayou influences our ecosystem.
Family Evening Explorations
Spend the evening with your family exploring some of our favorite trails as we venture out on a guided nature walk.
Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in the courtyard behind the building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
Volunteer Open House
Come learn how to become part of our volunteer team at this informational open house taking place in our wonderful Nature Center building.
The Language of Birds
From the sweet whistle of a cardinal to the harsh caw of a crow, birds sure make a lot of noise – but what does it all mean?
Black Swan Yoga
Join us at the Arboretum for a free, all levels vinyasa flow with a special instructor from Black Swan Yoga.
Bat Fest
Join us for Bat Fest, a day dedicated to our pest-controlling, pollinating, and seed-dispersing bat superheroes.
Going Batty
Celebrate Bat Fest by going batty! Listen as bat expert Cullen Geiselman discusses the important role of bats in our ecosystem.
Fall Bird Outing
Celebrate the start of fall migration with a Fall Bird Outing! We’ll explore the Arboretum and practice identifying birds by sight and sound.
Ecological Landscapes & Gardening
Join our Ecological Gardening Staff and Volunteers for hands-on experience in our beautifully curated gardens.
Beginner Birding
If you have always wanted to get into birding but have never picked up a pair of binoculars, this class is for you!
