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SUMMARY:The Language of Birds
DESCRIPTION:$20 member / $35 nonmemberAges 12+\, all minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nFrom 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? In this class we’ll explore the difference between songs and calls\, general call types and their meanings\, and examples of Houston bird “lingo.” You’ll learn how to eavesdrop on bird conversations and gain a new perspective on your local natural community. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/the-language-of-birds/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Bird Survey
DESCRIPTION:Work on your bird watching skills while helping the Arboretum monitor bird populations on a fun\, relaxed morning walk. 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\, Kelsey Low and Theo Ostler. We welcome all levels of bird watching skill and all ages (as long as you’re quiet) – but no dogs\, please! If you have binoculars of your own\, please bring them. We have a limited number of binoculars available to borrow. \n\n\n\n2nd Saturday of the month8:00 – 10:00 amFree\, but donations appreciatedInstructors: Kelsey Low & Theo OstlerMeet in front of the Nature Center building
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/second-saturday-bird-survey/2025-03-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community Science,Nature & Wildlife,Second Saturday Bird Survey,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Birds\, Bees\, and Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:$8 per personAll Ages \n\n\n\nJoin us for ‘Birds\, Bees\, and Butterflies\,’ as Megan Conley\, former Principal Harpist of the Houston Symphony and founder of Ocean Music Action\, presents a program of music that takes flight! This event begins with an interactive musical performance\, featuring music for harp and violin inspired by these wonderful\, winged creatures. The concert will be followed by family-friendly activities designed to promote pollinator-friendly home and garden practices. Every Ocean Music Action concert includes the popular ‘instrument petting zoo’\, where children are invited to try out the harp for themselves! \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 are required to attend.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/birds-bees-and-butterflies/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Drink Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $45 nonmemberAges 12+\, all minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nLet’s say “cheers” to spring with a delicious drink from the garden! Join us to learn how to use herbs\, flowers\, and even veggies to make refreshing botanical beverages like a color-changing Butterfly Pea Lemonade\, a Cucumber Mint Cooler\, and a Hibiscus Agua Fresca. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/drink-your-garden-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Food & Drink
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