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Tadpole Troopers

Tadpole Troopers classes are nature investigations for 3, 4 and early 5 year olds accompanied by a big person of their choice. Learn how to engage your child or grandchild in a lifelong love of the outdoors.

 

  • One parent/adult participant per child required (only one adult please).
  • Advanced reservation required. Register online, in person, or by mail or fax (713-682-2539). Payment must be included at time of registration.
  • Registration deadline is noon on Friday prior to each class (noon on Thursday for all Friday morning classes); confirmation will be mailed or emailed to you.
  • Cost (per child/per class): $15 for members (Family Tree or above); $28 for non-members. (Cost includes one adult with child). Register for the fall series (all 4 classes) and save! $53 for members; $104 for non-members.
  • Cancellation policy: You must notify us of your cancellation in writing via fax (713-682-2539) or email no later than 10 days prior to class to receive a 50% refund. No refunds are issued within 10 days of class.
  • Questions? Email us.
Fall 2010 Schedule

This fall we will explore the creepy and crawly side of nature. Come join us as we take a close up look at the slimy, scaly, mushy, or creepy animals of the Arboretum.

Cost (per child/per class): $15 for members (Family Tree or above); $28 for non-members.

Register for the fall class series and save:
$53 for members (Family Tree or above);
$104 for non-members.

Register Now!

Wiggly Worms
Come wiggle and jiggle like a worm as we learn how important they are for soil and plants.

 

Friday, September 17:
9:00 - 10:15 a.m
10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 18:
9:00 - 10:15 a.m
10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Sneaky Spiders
Join us as we sneak a peek at spiders and the webs they make.

Friday, October 15
9:00 - 10:15 a.m
10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 16:
9:00 - 10:15 a.m
10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Snail Trails
We will get slimy as we learn about snails and slugs.

Friday, November 19:
9:00- 10:15 a.m.
10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 20:
9:00 - 10:15 a.m.
10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Marvelous Mud bugs
Crayfish aren’t really bugs, so why are they called “mud bugs?”  We will discover the fun antics of crayfish.

Friday, December 17:
9:00- 10:15 a.m.
10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 18:
9:00 - 10:15 a.m.
10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

REGISTER NOW!  

Is your child wild about nature? The Arboretum is the natural place to celebrate a birthday.

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