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SUMMARY:Sip Under the Supermoon
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Members OnlyRSVP RequiredAges 21+ \n\n\n\nCelebrate the season with an exclusive Members-only evening during the Supermoon — when the full Moon is at the closest point to Earth along its orbit. Enjoy complimentary drinks\, light refreshments\, and a festive seasonal craft. Then take a self-guided stroll to the Meadow Deck for a glowing view of the moonrise. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. The event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot a Member? Become a Member today and then RSVP for this fun event!
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/sip-under-the-supermoon/
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T110000
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SUMMARY:Homemade Holidays
DESCRIPTION:$27 member / $42 nonmember / $11 child (5-12)Ages 5+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nNatural elements can really spruce up your holiday decorations and gift-giving! With hands-on guidance and materials like grapevine\, branches\, berries\, and pinecones\, you will create a wreath\, ornaments\, and handmade gifts. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy. \n\n\n\n\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm\n\n\n\n1:00 pm- 2:30 pm
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/homemade-holidays/2025-12-06/1/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Homemade Holidays
DESCRIPTION:$27 member / $42 nonmember / $11 child (5-12)Ages 5+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nNatural elements can really spruce up your holiday decorations and gift-giving! With hands-on guidance and materials like grapevine\, branches\, berries\, and pinecones\, you will create a wreath\, ornaments\, and handmade gifts. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy. \n\n\n\n\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm\n\n\n\n1:00 pm- 2:30 pm
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/homemade-holidays/2025-12-06/2/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T101500
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20240701T180347Z
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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/2025-12-08/1/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T111500
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20240701T180347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T223025Z
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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/2025-12-08/2/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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SUMMARY:Arbor Cup Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Memorial Park Golf CourseFour-person scramble format with pre-registration required$2\,500 single-team entry \n\n\n\nBring together a team of friends\, co-workers\, or clients for an enjoyable afternoon of golf at the world class Memorial Park Golf Course. Hosted at the site of the Houston Open PGA Tournament\, Arbor Cup will have exclusive access to course amenities\, an open-grill dinner from Beck’s Prime\, and premium raffle prizes. \n\n\n\nArbor Cup Highlights\n\n\n\n\nTournament check in and light brunch begins at 10:00 am with a scramble start at 11:30 am.\n\n\n\nOpen bar\, dinner\, player gifts\, and golf cart rentals are included with each team entry.\n\n\n\nThe tournament concludes with awards\, raffle prizes\, and dinner around 5:00 pm.\n\n\n\n\nArbor Cup Golf Tournament is a four-person scramble format. Pre-registration is required. With a limited number of teams available\, priority registration will be given to those who register by the deadline of October 31. \n\n\n\n\nSingle-entry Team\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEach single-entry team includes one team of four\, two golf carts\, dinner for each player\, and a specialty selection of gifts.\n\n\n\nHandicaps and team names must be emailed to Chasmine Anderson at canderson@houstonarboretum.org by Wednesday\, November 26.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nsponsorship\n\n\n\nReview the Sponsorship Package for detailed information about Arbor Cup sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorship payments may be made online or via check. \n\n\n\n\nSponsorship package Pdf\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nbecome a sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo learn more about sponsorship opportunities\, or for other questions\, please contact Chasmine Anderson at 713-366-0372 or by email at canderson@houstonarboretum.org.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/arbor-cup-golf-tournament/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20231214T204640Z
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Bird Survey
DESCRIPTION:2nd Saturday of the month8:00 – 10:00 amFree\, but donations appreciatedAll ages\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nMeet in front of the Nature Center building \n\n\n\nWork 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\nThe June 13\, 2026 Bird Survey has been cancelled. Please join us in July!
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/second-saturday-bird-survey/2025-12-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community Science,Nature & Wildlife,Second Saturday Bird Survey,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T104500
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20240702T164206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T195901Z
UID:10001333-1765620000-1765622700@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Hikes en español
DESCRIPTION:Sábados selectos (clima permitiendo)10:00 am – 10:45 am y 11:00 am – 11:45 amGratisPara todas edades. Los menores de edad deben ir acompañados de un adulto.Las caminatas están limitadas a 20 lugares por orden de llegada. \n\n\n\nEl punto de reunión es en el letrero informativo que está entre el estacionamiento del lado de la Interestatal 610 y el edificio del Centro de la Naturaleza. \n\n\n\nExplora con nosotros en una caminata por el Arboreto. ¡Aprenda sobre la naturaleza\, las plantas y la historia de nuestro hermoso centro natural con un guía! Las caminatas variarán\, pero espere pasar entre 40 y 45 minutos en el sendero. Las caminatas son gratuitas para el público y se otorgan por orden de llegada. \n\n\n\nVenga preparado para estar en el aire libre (se recomiendan zapatos cerrados\, una botella de agua\, repelente de insectos\, etc.). \n\n\n\nCaminata Guiada\n\n\n\nLa Caminata Guiada del 13 de diciembre ha sido cancelada. Por favor acompáñenos en otra caminata en 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\nInglés \n\n\n\nEnero 10Febrero 21Marzo 14Abril 4Mayo 9 \n\n\n\n\n\nEspañol \n\n\n\nEnero 31Febrero 28Marzo 21Abril 11Mayo16 \n\n\n\n\n\nNo se permiten grupos. Los grupos interesados ​​en reservar un tour privado durante la semana pueden comunicarse con Kelsey Low.   \n\n\n\n\nGuided Nature Hikes in english
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/guided-nature-hikes-en-espanol/2025-12-13/1/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,En español,Family Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T114500
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20240702T164206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T195901Z
UID:10001334-1765623600-1765626300@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Hikes en español
DESCRIPTION:Sábados selectos (clima permitiendo)10:00 am – 10:45 am y 11:00 am – 11:45 amGratisPara todas edades. Los menores de edad deben ir acompañados de un adulto.Las caminatas están limitadas a 20 lugares por orden de llegada. \n\n\n\nEl punto de reunión es en el letrero informativo que está entre el estacionamiento del lado de la Interestatal 610 y el edificio del Centro de la Naturaleza. \n\n\n\nExplora con nosotros en una caminata por el Arboreto. ¡Aprenda sobre la naturaleza\, las plantas y la historia de nuestro hermoso centro natural con un guía! Las caminatas variarán\, pero espere pasar entre 40 y 45 minutos en el sendero. Las caminatas son gratuitas para el público y se otorgan por orden de llegada. \n\n\n\nVenga preparado para estar en el aire libre (se recomiendan zapatos cerrados\, una botella de agua\, repelente de insectos\, etc.). \n\n\n\nCaminata Guiada\n\n\n\nLa Caminata Guiada del 13 de diciembre ha sido cancelada. Por favor acompáñenos en otra caminata en 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\nInglés \n\n\n\nEnero 10Febrero 21Marzo 14Abril 4Mayo 9 \n\n\n\n\n\nEspañol \n\n\n\nEnero 31Febrero 28Marzo 21Abril 11Mayo16 \n\n\n\n\n\nNo se permiten grupos. Los grupos interesados ​​en reservar un tour privado durante la semana pueden comunicarse con Kelsey Low.   \n\n\n\n\nGuided Nature Hikes in english
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/guided-nature-hikes-en-espanol/2025-12-13/2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,En español,Family Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20230725T181907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T232958Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga on the Lawn
DESCRIPTION:Free for members / $15 nonmemberAges 16+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nJoin us for a grounding yoga practice surrounded by the beautiful sounds and sights of nature! Taught by Carolina Vennie of Yogaleena\, this class will be a Vinyasa Flow that is accessible to all levels. \n\n\n\nPlease bring your own mat and water. This class is weather dependent and pre-registration is required. \n\n\n\n\ndecember 14\n\n\n\nMarch 22\n\n\n\nApril 26\n\n\n\nMay 17\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf the event is canceled due to the weather\, paid attendees may attend next month’s session. No refunds will be given. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor bio: Through Carolina Vennie’s quirky humor and playful instruction\, you will learn to strengthen your body while relaxing your mind\, increase your flexibility and freedom of movement\, and find that sweet spot between effort and ease that you can apply on and off the mat. Carolina’s teaching is influenced by years of practice in Washington D.C. studios and a deep desire to share with others the importance of self-discovery\, exploring your creativity\, trusting your intuition\, and the life-changing benefits of yoga.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/yoga-on-the-lawn/2025-12-14/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Health & Wellness,Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T144500
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20240701T181321Z
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SUMMARY:Tyke Hikes en español
DESCRIPTION:Para niños de 18 meses a 4 años.\n\n\n\n¡Fomenta la curiosidad de tu hijo por la naturaleza y pasa tiempo explorando al aire libre! Niños\, junto a un acompañante adulto\, pueden unirse a un naturalista para escuchar un cuento\, participar en una actividad sensorial o relacionada con la naturaleza\, y disfrutar de una caminata para cochecitos por los hermosos senderos del Arboreto. Ven vestido con zapatos cerrados y ropa cómoda para jugar. Prepárate para el clima\, incluyendo sombrero\, protector solar\, chaquetas impermeables\, o botas de lluvia\, según sea necesario. Cada semana podrás disfrutar de una nueva e interesante experiencia natural\, con temas como estanques\, serpientes\, sentidos y Viento. \n\n\n\nDomingos seleccionados para Tyke Hikes en español.2:00-2:45 pm \n\n\n\nGratis para miembros / $7 por niño no miembro (a partir de 18 meses; se admiten hermanos menores) \n\n\n\nClases\n\n\n\nTyke Hikes el 26 de enero de 2026 ha sido cancelada. \n\n\n\nEnero 25Febrero 8Marzo 22Abril 12Mayo 17 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYKE HIKES In English!\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-en-espanol/2025-12-14/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,En español,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T101500
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20240701T180347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T223025Z
UID:10001306-1765791000-1765793700@houstonarboretum.org
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/2025-12-15/1/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T111500
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20240701T180347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T223025Z
UID:10001307-1765794600-1765797300@houstonarboretum.org
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/2025-12-15/2/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
CREATED:20231215T215639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T193042Z
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SUMMARY:Educator Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Free\, registration requiredInstructor: Tiffany RitterAges 21+ \n\n\n\nAll educators are welcome at our Educator Workshops; classroom teachers\, outdoor educators\, scout leaders\, homeschool parents – anyone who wants to learn fun\, hands-on ways to teach children about science and nature. \n\n\n\nA different science theme will be explored each month; whether it’s ecosystems\, organisms\, composting\, or earth science\, our workshops are the most fun way to learn! \n\n\n\nThe Arboretum’s workshops include: \n\n\n\n\nEngaging outdoor activities\n\n\n\nFun curriculum ideas\n\n\n\nInter-disciplinary connections to the natural world \n\n\n\nLight snacks and beverages provided \n\n\n\n\nHouston Arboretum & Nature Center is an approved CPE provider for Texas Education Association. Teachers who attend our workshops receive official CPE credits and proof of attendance for each workshop. \n\n\n\nPlease wear closed-toe shoes as we will be walking on trails.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n2025 \n\n\n\n\ndecember 18\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n2026 \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 15\n\n\n\nFebruary 19\n\n\n\nMarch 19\n\n\n\nApril 23\n\n\n\nMay 21\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpace is limited\, please only register if you plan to attend. If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend\, email agreer@houstonarboretum.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nsponsored by\n\n\n\nLiz & Louis Weisberg
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/educator-workshop/2025-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Educator Programs,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:DIY Paper
DESCRIPTION:$37 member / $47 nonmemberAges 12+\, all minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nAdd a touch of nature to holiday cards\, gift tags\, and other festive accents by making your own botanical paper! We’ll use recycled pulp\, plant seeds\, dried flower petals\, and more to create one-of-a-kind art paper. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy. \n\n\n\n\nregister online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/diy-paper/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art & Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T104946
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SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:6:00 am-9:00 am9:00 am-12:00 pm \n\n\n\nFREE\, registration requiredAges 12+All minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nThe 126th annual Christmas Bird Count is here! Join us to help collect data for the longest running community science project in the world. We welcome all birding skill levels. We will split into teams to find\, identify\, and count as many birds as we can find along our five miles of trails.  \n\n\n\nThere will be two “shifts”: an early 6:00 am start to look for American Woodcock in the Meadow\, and a later 9:00 am start. You can sign up for one or both shifts. We will meet at the Administration Building Staff & Volunteer Entrance (just head to the Nature Center Courtyard and you’ll see us getting ready). We recommend bringing your own binoculars\, but we will have some available to borrow. Cameras are strongly encouraged! \n\n\n\nWe will meet rain or shine – dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. We recommend bringing layers\, a hat\, and a change of shoes if conditions are wet. Bring a water bottle and snacks. \n\n\n\n\nregister online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/christmas-bird-count/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community Science,Nature & Wildlife,Volunteer,Young Professionals
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