On-site Field Trips – Reservations are closed for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year. Scheduling for the 2022-2023 school year will resume in August.
Expand your science lessons outdoors while safely exploring our 155-acre nature sanctuary as a hands-on laboratory for students.
PROGRAMS
View our Health & Safety information here.
For small groups of less than 15 students, please look into our Private Group Tours.
FAQ
SCHEDULING A PROGRAM
Please ensure that your Field Trip request has been pre-approved by your educational institution before scheduling.
STUDENT COUNT
An accurate count of attending students is required before submitting a scheduling request.
CHAPERONES
One adult for every 10 students is required to ensure safety and to help supervise your students.
The program is designed for your students; please ask parents to leave younger siblings at home.
DRESS
Please advise students and parents to dress appropriately for a nature hike and the weather. Students and adults should wear closed-toe shoes for safety. Sandals or high heels are strongly discouraged.
LUNCH
There are no dining facilities at the Arboretum, however, we provide a lunch area where you can eat picnic style.
BUS PARKING
Bus parking is available only at our 610 Entrance. Please look for bus parking signs. Staff will be present to assist drivers. Address: 120 West Loop North Fwy, Houston, TX 77024
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Programs are conducted rain or shine. Please prepare students to dress for the weather. In case of severe weather, due to COVID-19 health and safety precautions, we are unable to offer an equivalent indoor program. If cancellation is necessary due to extreme weather conditions, rescheduling may not be possible due to our tight calendar, but every attempt will be made to do so.
RESCHEDULING
Rescheduling requests are addressed at the Houston Arboretum’s availability and discretion. Rescheduling a confirmed program 0-30 days prior to your scheduled date will result in a rescheduling fee of $50.00.
CANCELLATIONS
Program fees are non-refundable.
PAYMENT
Payment is required in advance and in full. Accepted forms of payment are organizational check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. All checks must be made payable to: Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. Questions about payment policies? Please view our School Program Payment Policy (pdf).
QUESTIONS?
