Learn how to find hidden treasures within the park and around the globe with this short, activity-based program about geocaching. “Geo” = Earth, “cache” = something hidden, like treasure or supplies.

***Please notify Ranger Lisa if you have a group larger than 15 people to schedule a private event when available.

Before you can join us:
• Park entry fee paid before trip
• All children must be accompanied by an adult
What to expect:
• Great family fun for all ages
• Small group instruction and guide
• 1 hour program of games, activities, and short hike
• Restrooms available

You are invited to join the Houston Audubon education staff for a fun and educational presentation about local owls, meet three live rehabilitated owls in the Bayou Barn at Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center and take a hike through the woods in search of wild owls. Popular for all ages and especially for owl enthusiasts. Space is limited; register today.

Join Baytown Nature Center as they explore a different section of the nature center in the hopes of seeing nocturnal animal inhabitants. All sorts of things have been seen: no lions, tigers, or bears, but definitely raccoons, opossums, coyotes, owls, fireflies and even flying squirrels.

Hikers are asked to wear comfortable clothing. Young children should not attend since hikers have a better chance of viewing nocturnal animals in a relatively quiet atmosphere.

The Adult Owl Prowl is the perfect way to spend a Saturday night in nature. Learn about the wise and wonderful owls you can find in Houston, and get up close and personal with live owls from the Wildlife Center of Texas. After the presentation, participants will head out into the woods to look for owls (and other nocturnal animals) along the Arboretum trails. Enjoy light snacks, wine, beer, and hot drinks to warm you up after the night’s walk.

The Adult Owl Prowl is the perfect way to spend a Saturday night in nature. Learn about the wise and wonderful owls you can find in Houston, and get up close and personal with live owls from the Wildlife Center of Texas. After the presentation, participants will head out into the woods to look for owls (and other nocturnal animals) along the Arboretum trails. Enjoy light snacks, wine, beer, and hot drinks to warm you up after the night’s walk.

Come meet some incredible nocturnal hunters from the Wildlife Center of Texas and learn about their amazing adaptations. Enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, and other refreshments (with wine and beer for the grownups) and then join the Arboretum for a night hike to look for owls and explore their nighttime trails.

The After School Nature Explorers Club is designed for school-age children, 6-12 years old, who are interested in investigating the great outdoors. During each session, they will explore the natural world, focusing on native habitats and wildlife. They will go on nature hikes, dip-net in the ponds, meet live animals, and practice outdoor skills such as tracking, foraging, building shelters, telling stories, playing games, and much more. Adventures will be crafted from the curiosities of the children, allowing them to develop a sense of place while exploring the landscape through play.

Pricing: Once Monthly spring series ($70 first child/ $60 second child) OR Drop-in Rate ($20 per class per child)

NOTE: Classes are only held with minimum enrollment of 8 students. Refunds are given in the case that this is not met.

Night hikes at 7 and 8 p.m., mini owl prowl at 7:30 p.m., cabin tours, winter bird craft, pond fishing and live animal time. Campfire, s’mores and tacos. (Vegan and gluten-free options available). Tacos catered by Tacos A GoGo – veggie, chicken, beef tacos with corn/flour tortillas available. Reservation includes 2 tacos per person.

Cost: $30 adult/$35 non-member adult; $15 children (ages 3 & up); $20 non-member children; FREE for children under 3 years

Celebrate the wonder of trees at the Arboretum’s annual Arbor Day. Enjoy free, fun activities for the whole family, including guided tree hikes, wood-turning demonstrations, crafts, seed and sapling giveaways, and more.

Arbor Day Activities and Crafts:

• Guided tree hikes
• Wood-turning demonstrations
• Nature crafts
• Seed and sapling giveaways

You are invited to join the Houston Audubon education staff for a fun and educational presentation about local owls, meet three live rehabilitated owls in the Bayou Barn at Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center and take a hike through the woods in search of wild owls. Popular for all ages and especially for owl enthusiasts. Space is limited; register today.