Frequently Asked Questions about Summer Camp:
How and when do I register?
Registration begins March 3rd. Registration forms are available in person at the Arboretum’s information desk or online at www.houstonarboretum.org
Registration Dates:
- Founders Members: March 3
- Pecan Members: March 6
- Loblolly Members: Member 10
- Magnolia and Family Members: March 17
- Open Registration: March 24 and ongoing
Can I register by phone?
No. You must fill out a registration form and mail or fax it in.
Will I get confirmation of my registration?
Processing your registration takes 2 business days. You will receive confirmation of your registration via email, postcard or fax.
Can I get on a waiting list if my first choice is filled?
Call the registrar, Carol Taylor at 713.681.8433 to get on a waiting list. You will be contacted when a space opens up. There is no guarantee that space will become available.
What is your cancellation policy?
You must notify the registrar in writing (mail, fax, or email) 10 days before the start of class to receive a 50% refund. There are no refunds for camps canceled or dropped less than 10 working days before camp begins.
Registrar - Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
4501 Woodway Drive
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 366-0421
ctaylor@houstonarboretum.org
May I enroll my child in a camp for an older age group?
No. Age requirements are strictly enforced. Campers must fall within the specified age range during the week of camp they are attending.
What should my child wear?
Children should wear play clothes and, for safety, wear closed toe shoes. All of our classes explore the nature sanctuary grounds. If your child has problems with mosquitoes, they might be more comfortable if they put on a light weigh long sleeved shirt before outdoor activities.
Should I send an extra set of clothes?
Campers may get muddy or wet during their explorations. You can send an extra set of clothes in their backpacks.
What about mosquitoes?
Mosquitoes are present all summer in the Arboretum. Repellents with the active ingredient DEET are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control. We provide mosquito repellent with 7% DEET.
What are your teachers’ qualifications?
Our teaching staff is made up of highly experienced Staff naturalists, certified educators or college interns. All instructors and volunteers pass a background check.
Do you provide snacks?
No. Please send your child with a snack and water for the morning break and another one if they are staying for the afternoon session.
Do you provide lunch?
Campers must bring their own lunch.
My child needs medication. Will you administer it?
No, the Arboretum is unable to administer medication to children. Please arrange your medication schedule to fall outside of camp hours. Please do alert us about any allergies.
How are campers supervised?
Each Class is staffed with one or two experienced adult teachers (depending on class size) and two or more student interns.
Camp Hours
Camp is from 9 a.m. 3 p.m. for the full day session. The half day session is 9 a.m. until noon.
Is there before & after Camp Care?
We do not offer before and after camp care. In the morning, you may sign your child in as early as 8:30 am. After camp, you will need to pick up your child promptly at the end of the session: noon for mornings only or 3pm for the full day camp. We charge $1 a minute for every minute your child is here after 3 pm. There is no after camp care.
Camp Sign in/Sign Out
You will sign-in your child when you drop him or her off in the morning and sign-out when you pick them up at the end of the day. You will need to notify us of carpool arrangements.
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