$20 member / $35 nonmember Instructor: Kelsey Low Ages 12 and up 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? In this class we’ll explore the difference between songs and calls, general call types and... Read More →
$20 member / $35 nonmember Instructor: Kelsey Low Ages 12 and up 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? In this class we’ll explore the difference between songs and calls, general call types and... Read More →
Instructor: Dr. Cullen Geiselman Ages 16 and up Celebrate the Arboretum’s first annual Bat Fest by going batty! Did you know that bats are the pollinators of the tequila agave? Listen to bat expert Cullen Geiselman, who will discuss the important role of bats in our ecosystem as pest control, seed dispersers, and pollinators. Guests... Read More →
$20 member / $35 nonmember Instructor: Kelsey Low Ages 12 and up If you have always wanted to get into bird watching but 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 More →
$40 member / $65 nonmember (per person) Instructor: Caitlin Keating Ages 12 and up Many native plants aren’t available at nurseries, so at the Arboretum we grow them! In this class you’ll learn about different methods of plant propagation and then you’ll get the rare opportunity to collect seeds and cuttings to get your own... Read More →
$20 member / $35 nonmember Instructor: Kelsey Low Ages 12 and up Forget bird feeders – if you really want to bring all the birds to your yard, you need a garden! Large or small, sunny or shady, songbirds or owls…in this class we’ll discuss bird-friendly gardening tips for all conditions and bird species of... Read More →
Invitation from Lan Shen, Texas Master Naturalist Gulf Coast "All are invited to celebrate achievements in coastal prairie and connect with other prairie enthusiasts. Detailed information at HoustonPrairie.org . If you want to highlight your groups' prairie achievements, send your slides to Beth Clark - specifics also at HoustonPrairie.org .This year, HNPAT will be honoring Chuck Duplant as Prairie... Read More →
Three unique workshops on 2/16, 4/20, & 5/18 All educators are welcome at our 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. The Arboretum’s workshops include: Engaging outdoor activities Fun curriculum ideas Inter-disciplinary connections to the natural world... Read More →
Presented by Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Register Nests, roosts, burrows, and dens – who makes them, and how do they do it? Peek inside some of nature’s coziest and most complicated structures as we learn the secrets of animal sanctuaries. We’ll examine real nests and, weather permitting, explore our trails for animal shelters in... Read More →
Presented by the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center SOLD OUT, check back with Organizer for potential openings Native plants are the best – join us to find out why! In this hands-on class we’ll learn why native plants are important, some good species to start with, and how to begin the exciting journey of gardening... Read More →
