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SUMMARY:Beginner Birding
DESCRIPTION:$22 member / $37 nonmemberAges 12+\, all minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nIf you have always wanted to get into bird watching but you have never picked up a pair of binoculars\, this class is for you! Join us for an introduction to birding\, including how to choose binoculars and where to find them\, how to read a field guide\, and where to find birds in Houston. Weather permitting\, we’ll also go out on the trails to practice real birding basics.  \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nregister online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/beginner-birding/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Tyke Hikes
DESCRIPTION:For children 18 months – 4 years\n\n\n\n\n\nEncourage your child’s curiosity about nature and spend time with them exploring outdoors! Children with an adult companion can join a naturalist for a story reading\, a simple nature or sensory development activity\, and a stroller-friendly hike on the beautiful Arboretum trails. Arrive dressed in close-toed shoes and comfortable play clothes. Be prepared for the weather including hat\, sunscreen\, jackets\, raincoat\, or rain boots\, as needed. \n\n\n\nSelect Mondays9:30 am-10:15 am10:30 am-11:15 am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\npricing\n\n\n\nFree for Family Tree Members and above (please have member card on hand)$7 per child for nonmembers\, pay at the door (18 months and up; younger siblings welcome) \n\n\n\nNo registration necessary\, however admittance will be limited to 20 children per session. Registration will be held in front of Beautyberry Classroom. Doors will close 15 minutes after starting class or when the sign up is full. Siblings older than 4 years may not participate in the sensory activity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nupcoming hikes\n\n\n\nTyke Hikes on January 26\, 2026 have been canceled.  \n\n\n\nJanuary 12\, 19\, 26February 2\, 9\, 23March 16\, 23\, 30April 6\, 13\, 20May 4\, 11\, 18 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYKE HIKES EN ESPAÑOL!\n\n\n\n\nIs your child wild about nature? The Arboretum is the natural place to celebrate a birthday.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tyke-hikes/2025-09-08/1/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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SUMMARY:Tyke Hikes
DESCRIPTION:For children 18 months – 4 years\n\n\n\n\n\nEncourage your child’s curiosity about nature and spend time with them exploring outdoors! Children with an adult companion can join a naturalist for a story reading\, a simple nature or sensory development activity\, and a stroller-friendly hike on the beautiful Arboretum trails. Arrive dressed in close-toed shoes and comfortable play clothes. Be prepared for the weather including hat\, sunscreen\, jackets\, raincoat\, or rain boots\, as needed. \n\n\n\nSelect Mondays9:30 am-10:15 am10:30 am-11:15 am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\npricing\n\n\n\nFree for Family Tree Members and above (please have member card on hand)$7 per child for nonmembers\, pay at the door (18 months and up; younger siblings welcome) \n\n\n\nNo registration necessary\, however admittance will be limited to 20 children per session. Registration will be held in front of Beautyberry Classroom. Doors will close 15 minutes after starting class or when the sign up is full. Siblings older than 4 years may not participate in the sensory activity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nupcoming hikes\n\n\n\nTyke Hikes on January 26\, 2026 have been canceled.  \n\n\n\nJanuary 12\, 19\, 26February 2\, 9\, 23March 16\, 23\, 30April 6\, 13\, 20May 4\, 11\, 18 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYKE HIKES EN ESPAÑOL!\n\n\n\n\nIs your child wild about nature? The Arboretum is the natural place to celebrate a birthday.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tyke-hikes/2025-09-08/2/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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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/2025-09-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community Science,Nature & Wildlife,Second Saturday Bird Survey,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Latino Conservation Week
DESCRIPTION:Únase al Houston Arboretum and Nature Center para participar en la Semana de la Conservación Latina\, una iniciativa liderada por Hispanic Access Foundation para apoyar e involucrar a las comunidades latinas en esfuerzos de promover conservación\, y recreación. Esta celebración anual destaca las contribuciones de las comunidades latinas a la conservación y brinda oportunidades para fortalecer su conexión con la naturaleza. Durante la semana\, tendremos actividades de voluntariado\, eventos educativos y mucho más. \n\n\n\nHaga clic en cada evento para obtener más información. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n13 de Septiembre \n\n\n\nManos a la Tierra: Volunteer Conservation Day \n\n\n\nBig Owl Noche de Loteria  \n\n\n\n\n\n18 de Septiembre \n\n\n\nNoche De Descubrir \n\n\n\n\n\n20 de Septiembre \n\n\n\nCaminata Guiada \n\n\n\n\n\n21 de Septiembre \n\n\n\nTyke Hike en español \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Houston Arboretum & Nature Center as we take part in Latino Conservation Week\, an initiative led by the Hispanic Access Foundation to support and engage Latino communities in conservation efforts\, outdoor recreation\, and environmental stewardship. This annual celebration highlights Latino communities’ contributions to conservation and provides opportunities to build a stronger connection with nature. Throughout the week you can enjoy volunteer activities\, educational events\, and more!
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/latino-conservation-week/
CATEGORIES:En español,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Manos a la Tierra: Volunteer Conservation Day
DESCRIPTION:Gratis18 años + \n\n\n\nEl Arboreto y Centro de Naturaleza de Houston es una reserva natural sin fines de lucro de 155 acres que protege hábitats de bosques\, praderas\, sabanas y humedales. Como parte de la Semana de la Conservación Latina\, lo invitamos a unirse a nuestro equipo de voluntarios para trabajar junto con nuestro Equipo de Conservación en la restauración de más de 5 millas de senderos peatonales. Recibirá el equipo necesario\, instrucciones claras y supervisión del personal del Arboreto. El trabajo requiere esfuerzo físico y la capacidad de caminar y trabajar en terrenos irregulares. \n\n\n\n\n\nFreeAges 18+ \n\n\n\nThe Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is a 155-acre nonprofit nature sanctuary that protects forest\, prairie\, savanna\, and wetland habitats. As part of Latino Conservation Week\, we invite you to join our volunteer team and work alongside our Conservation Team to help restore over 5 miles of walking trails. You will receive the necessary equipment\, clear instructions\, and supervision from Arboretum staff. This work requires physical effort and the ability to walk and work on uneven terrain. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nregister online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/manos-a-la-tierra/
CATEGORIES:En español,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Going Batty!
DESCRIPTION:$37 member / $52 nonmemberInstructor: DeAndra RamseyAges 21+ \n\n\n\nDid you know that bats are the pollinators of the tequila agave? Enjoy a delicious tequila popsicle as you listen to a local bat expert discuss the important role of bats in our ecosystem as pest control\, seed dispersers\, and pollinators. Then go on a bat hike and use special detectors to listen to bat sonar over the Arboretum. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeep the batty fun going by joining us for our free\, family-friendly Bat Fest on Saturday\, September 27 from 10 am – 2 pm. \n\n\n\nInstructor Bio: DeAndra Ramsey attended Texas A&M University where she obtained her B.S in Biomedical Science. DeAndra has worked in the conservation community for over 15 years. She began her career at Houston Zoo in 2010\, where she was involved in many conservation initiatives ranging from pollinator conservation to habitat restoration. She was awarded the title of Conservation Champion due to her work with the Texas Bat Monitoring project she led at the Houston Zoo along with facilitating the partnership between the Houston Zoo and Bat Conservation International. DeAndra also works with Buffalo Bayou Partnership to further conservation education efforts in relation to our amazing urban wildlife we have right here in Houston. DeAndra was the Executive Director of the Hana and Arthur Ginzbarg Nature Discovery Center from 2021-2025.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/going-batty/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Big Owl Noche de Loteria
DESCRIPTION:Big Owl Craft Brew House1848 Airline Dr. Suite CHouston\, TX 77009 \n\n\n\n\n\nGratis21 años y más \n\n\n\n¡Únete a nosotros para una noche divertida de Lotería de Conservación Latina en la cervecería! Disfruta de buena música\, refrescos y cervezas artesanales mientras juegas y aprendes sobre la conservación\, cultura latina y la naturaleza. Ven con amigos y compite en esta tradicional lotería llena de color\, risas y conciencia ambiental. ¡No te lo pierdas! \n\n\n\n\n\nFreeAges: 21+ \n\n\n\nJoin us for a fun night of Latino Conservation Lotería at the brewery! Enjoy great music\, refreshments\, and craft beers while you play games and learn about conservation\, Latino culture\, and nature. Bring friends and compete in this traditional lotería filled with color\, laughter\, and environmental awareness. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/big-owl-noche-de-loteria/
CATEGORIES:En español,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T190000
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SUMMARY:Noche De Descubrir
DESCRIPTION:GratisLos menores de 12 años o menos deben ir acompañados de un adulto. \n\n\n\n¡Únete a nuestra Noche de Descubrir! Como parte de la Semana de la Conservación Latina\, abriremos nuestro Centro de Naturaleza de 5:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. para que familias puedan explorar el Cuarto de Descubrimiento\, un espacio lleno de actividades interactivas y educativas. ¡No te lo pierdas! \n\n\n\n\n\nFreeChildren 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nJoin us for Discovery Night! As part of Latino Conservation Week\, we’re opening our Nature Center from 5:00-7:00 pm for families to explore the Discovery Room—a space filled with interactive and educational activities. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/noche-de-descubrir/
CATEGORIES:En español,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T140000
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SUMMARY:Bat Fest
DESCRIPTION:Free\, no registration requiredAll ages welcome \n\n\n\nFrom pollinating to pest control\, bats play an important role in keeping our ecosystems healthy! Join the Houston Arboretum and our community partners to learn more about local bat species and current conservation efforts being made to help stop the decline of bat populations. There will be fun bat-themed activities and crafts for the kids\, story time\, food trucks\, and a blood drive with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. \n\n\n\nWant more bat-themed fun in your life? Join us Saturday\, September 13 for Going Batty\, a fun event complete with a bat expert and adult beverages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented By
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/bat-fest/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Special Events
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