Nature/Outdoors + Nature | Kids Out and About Houston

The Artist Boat, Inc.

Artist Boat has educational four hour Eco-Art Kayak Adventures every weekend. In the summer, they also offer free interpretive beach tours that answer many questions visitors have about Galveston Beaches.
13330 Settegast Road
Galveston , TX , 77554
Phone: 409-632-0388
29° 13' 21.4644" N, 94° 55' 56.2584" W

The Parish School

Academic, Language, Nature/Outdoors, Preschool, Arts: Performance, Dance, Drama, Music, Special Needs, Summer Programs and Camps, Small Group and One-on-One Therapy Sessions
11001 Hammerly Blvd.
Houston , TX , 77043
Phone: 713-467-4696
29° 48' 43.722" N, 95° 34' 19.5672" W

A.I.R. Project

We provide enrichment projects and activities through out the community such as self defense, digital art, visual arts projects, gardening, community outreach and more.

Alief Family YMCA

Nature/Outdoors, Dance, Drama, Music, Exercise & Health, Gymnastics, Healthful Living, Hiking, Martial Arts, Swimming, Cooking, Sports, Baseball, Cheerleading, Football, Basketball, Soccer

Alpha School

From fencing to music and performing arts, Alpha School’s afterschool programs ignite passion and creativity in every child. Each session is designed to inspire, challenge, and build essential life skills beyond the classroom.

American Diabetes Association - Central & Southeast TX

Academic, Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health

Armand Bayou Nature Center

Homeschool, preschool, academic, nature, STEM

Austin Aquarium

Join us in our Morning Rounds program, become an animal keeper for the morning, and learn how we open up the aquarium. In the volunteer program, ages 15 and younger must accompany a guardian over 18. Come in to sign up and volunteer anytime.

Azalea Trail

Nature/Outdoors, Hands-on

Bailey Oaks Farms

Riding Lessons (ages 5-12) - Horseback Riding Camps

Bass Pro Shop - Katy

Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health, Sports

Bass Pro Shop - Pearland

Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health, Sports

Bayou City Adventures

Quick Start to Kayaking, BCA Kayak Safety & Rescue Course, Introduction to Stand up Paddle Boarding, Essentials of Stand up Paddle Boarding, Surf Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Bayou Preservation Association

The Bayou Preservation Association focuses on four key programs to accomplish its mission to “celebrate, protect and restore the natural richness of all our bayous and streams.” Cross-cutting projects and initiatives – those that address the goals of more than one program – also continue, such as the annual Symposium, public policy review and response, and communications tools.

Big Stone Lodge

Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health

Brazos Bend State Park

Educational and interactive programs offered on the weekends, schedules posted on our website.

Children's Lighthouse Gleannloch

Academic, Language, Science, Mathematics, Foreign Language, Nature/Outdoors, Preschool, Reading / Story time, Preschool Music Play, Drawing, Painting/sculpture

Circle Lake Ranch, Katy,TX

Horseback riding lessons are offered. We teach riders age 7 through adult.

Citizens for Animal Protection aka the CAP Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center

CAP Youth Programs include: FREE Shelter Tours for kids Storytime - Kids read to our shelter pets Mentoring for service projects & scouts Visit from a CAP Ambassador Pet Camps for Kids - ages 6-14 CAP Kids Club - Members volunteer together

Citizens’ Environmental Coalition

Academic, Science, Nature/Outdoors, Hands-on

Conroe Family YMCA

Nature/Outdoors, Dance, Drama, Music, Exercise & Health, Gymnastics, Healthful Living, Hiking, Martial Arts, Swimming, Cooking, Sports, Baseball, Cheerleading, Football, Basketball, Soccer

D-Talk Ranch

Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health, Horseback Riding

Delve Experiences

We work with local farms to offer field trips, classes, workshops, tastings, and other activities including evening and weekend options.

Early Ivy Education of The Woodlands

At Early Ivy Education of the Woodlands, we offer convenient afterschool transportation from several local schools, along with a fun and engaging afterschool program. We also provide classroom space for homeschool groups.

First Colony Church

Nature/Outdoors, Arts: Visual, Religious

Friends of Texas Wildlife

The FTWL Education Center offers Scout badge workshops, home school field trips, day camps, and presentations to schools and libraries. Participants learn to tell if an animal truly needs assistance, what to do to, and how to coexist with wildlife.

Greatest in the Kingdom Ministries

Football, baseball, softball, physical fitness, arts and crafts, swimming, soccer, track

Harris County - Precinct2gether

Precinct2gether’s After School Program offers approximately 250 elementary and middle school students with homework help and enrichment opportunities that strengthen skills in reading, mathematics, language arts, and science.

Harris County 4-H

Nature/Outdoors, Hands-on

Hope Farms - Recipe for Success Foundation

Hope Farms offers a full range of cooking and gardening classes for every age, young and old, as well as Scout programs, summer camps, private classes for team building and birthdays.

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Hiking, Arts and Crafts, Home Schooling, Nature/Outdoors

Houston Audubon

Wild Wednesday: Children 3 – 6 years old learn all about the natural world through outdoor adventures, direct instruction, crafts, and educational games.

Houston Botanic Garden

Houston Botanic Garden offers educational programs and workshops for all ages covering horticulture & gardening; arts, culture & culinary arts; nature & conservation; and health & wellness.

Houston Museum of Natural Science

Explore science and nature in our interactive science labs! Explore science, nature and history in our labs which feature specimens, artifacts and laboratory equipment. We also offer virtual classes for those learning from home!

inSPIRE Rock Indoor Climbing Gym - Spring

We have recreational and competitive rock climbing teams. Teams focus on the fundamentals of climbing along with fun fitness. We also offer climbing classes that teach adults the basics of climbing and advanced techniques needed to enjoy climbing.

Kid City Friendswood

Academic, Nature/Outdoors, Preschool, Reading / Story time, Exercise & Health

KMR Equestrian

KMR Equestrian specializes in helping you achieve your dreams by emphasizing safety, communication, and confidence in the saddle.

Levy Park

Enjoy FREE programs at Levy Park!

MindSprout Montessori

Looking to enrich your homeschooling experience? Join us for our diverse array of after-school classes offered in the early afternoon! From Fun Friday to Sprouts Outdoors, Spanish, Visual Arts, and robotics workshops, there's something for everyone.

Missouri City Parks & Recreation

We off a variety of classes such as Homeschool Recess, Youth Dance, Line Dance, Music Lessons, Youth Mental Health classes, Tennis, Pickleball and Volleyball sessions, Camping and Kayaking.

Nature Discovery Center

Science, Nature/Outdoors, Preschool, Reading / Story time, Hands-on, Home Schooling

Neches River Adventures

A variety of classes offered.

Needville Horseback Riding

Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health, Horseback Riding, Home Schooling, Sports

Northside Youth and Junior Triathlon Club

Most the practice are after school and the team also offers weekend practice.

Ohana Surf and Skate

Surf and skate classes

Pearland Parks and Recreation

Youth Development offers a variety of programs for early childhood, youth and teens. These programs include categories of education, hobbies & special interest, and health & fitness. A few examples of these quality programs are creative dance, summer camps, and art camps.

Ride the Wind Stables

Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health, Horseback Riding, Hands-on

Rochester Folk Art Guild

Education in traditional crafts

Sea Star Base Galveston

Sailing and aquatic sports

SelecTRI

Triathlon, Biking, Swimming, Sports, Exercise, High School PE Credit

Sherwood Forest Summer Camp

Nature/Outdoors, Arts: Performance, Drama, Music, Hands-on, Arts and Crafts

Shoot & Play Date™

Camera/photography lessons are bite-sized and taught at the beginning of the play date so that you can practice while the children play. There is plenty of time for questions and one-on-one assistance and encouragement so that you leave successful!

St. Luke's After-School Care and Summer Camp

Each session campers participate in many different activities including: arts and crafts, swimming (pool on site), games, science, cooking/nutrition, talent show, and gym activities with Coach Jones! Pending this year: Hip-Hop!

Texas A&M Agrilife Extension in Fort Bend County

Academic, Nature/Outdoors, Dance, Drama, Music, Photography, Exercise & Health, Horseback Riding, Arts and Crafts, Cooking

Texas State Aquarium

We know the greatest learning opportunities often happen outside the classroom, which is why we offer exciting educational events for all ages.

The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment

The Meadow Center's outdoor educational programs engage visitors of all ages, teaching them about the significance of water to all living organisms and the importance of preserving our natural resources through environmental education.

The Texas Zoo

The Texas Zoo is now offering WildTots for children ages 1-4; Zoo Squad designed for your homeschoolers ages 4-18; and S.T.E.A.M will explore how Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math affect the animal world!

The Woodlands Family YMCA at Shadowbend

Nature/Outdoors, Dance, Drama, Music, Exercise & Health, Gymnastics, Healthful Living, Hiking, Martial Arts, Swimming, Cooking, Sports, Baseball, Cheerleading, Football, Basketball, Soccer

Third Coast Volleyball Club

Juniors Beach Volleyball Training for all ages throughout the whole year. Training is held on Mondays and Wednesdays after 6:15pm. For more information email juniors@thirdcoastvolleyball.com.

Tinkergarten

Nature/Outdoors, Preschool, Hands-on

Topgolf Houston- Katy

Academic, Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health, Hands-on, Sports, Golf

Toy Story Ranch

Summer School Program, Summer Camp Program

UrbanHarvest

Urban Harvest offers year-round adult gardening classes in Houston, in addition to our extensive Youth Education program. Gardening education and nutrition for youth is vital to cultivating healthy kids and healthy communities in Houston. We offer advice, gardening classes, and services to provide parents, teachers, and administrators with information to build and maintain a successful and sustainable school garden program in Houston, TX.

Vantage Point Farm

Horseback Riding Lessons, Day Camps, Horse Training, Birthday Parties. Visitors welcome during operational hours only; please call to confirm we are open. APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR RIDING LESSONS.

Vegan Society of P.E.A.C.E.

Nature/Outdoors, Arts: Performance, Exercise & Health, Hands-on, Special Needs

Voice of Wilderness

Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health, Canoeing and Kayaking, Healthful Living, Hiking, Religious

West Orem YMCA

Nature/Outdoors, Exercise & Health, Sports

Yorkshire Academy

Yorkshire Academy offers a variety of top-notch afterschool classes, such as Chess, Golf, Art, Coding, Musical Theatre, Tae Kwon Do and much more . All classes are open to the community as well as to Yorkshire Academy students and their families.