Bring the whole family to the Houston Arboretum for free, themed scavenger hunts! Each month will feature a different scavenger hunt with a fun and educational topic.

Families will meet outside of the Nature Center building before heading out on the trails for an hour-long hunt that will sharpen their observation skills and help them learn something new about nature. Then, they will bring their completed scavenger hunt back to the Nature Center to receive a fun prize. From winter trees to pollinators and aquatic life, every adventure is different!

Winter Botany Scavenger Hunt
January 17

Trees and other plants may look different in the winter, but they are still just as cool! Come and join us for a family scavenger hunt to search the trails for evergreens, spy winter wildlife visitors, and learn how to identify trees even without their leaves.

Arboretum Amore Scavenger Hunt
February 22

Even though Valentine’s Day is over, love is still in the air at the Arboretum. Celebrate the season by spotting “lovebirds” around the Arboretum and discover how animals show their affection, from monogamous pairs to eye-catching displays.

Pollinator Power Scavenger Hunt
April 4

Get buzzing about pollinators! Explore the Arboretum while searching for bees, butterflies, birds, and other creatures that help our native plants thrive.

Water you talking about? Scavenger Hunt
May 10

Dive into the world of water at the Arboretum! From reptiles and fish to birds and mammals, discover the many creatures that depend on ponds and wetlands.