BotaniCamp

Weekly Themes

Garden Guardians
June 15-19, 2026

Dig into where food really comes from! Campers will explore soil, seeds, plants, and the people who grow our food, while learning how to care for the land, nourish their bodies, and become thoughtful food stewards in their community.

Water Wonders
June 22-26, 2026

Splash into the science of water! Campers will explore the Garden’s wetlands and Sims Bayou, meet aquatic animals, test water quality, and discover how to keep our waterways clean and healthy.

Plant Potions
July 6-10, 2026

Discover the magical world of healing plants! Campers will learn to safely identify common herbs and “weeds,” explore edible and medicinal plants at the Garden, and craft fun, kid‑friendly herbal creations to take home.

Insect Investigators
July 13-17, 2026

Bugs are everywhere—and they’re awesome! Campers will become junior entomologists as they search for insects, meet live critters, build bug habitats, and learn how pollinators and other tiny creatures help our world.

Creature Quest
July 27-31, 2026

Say “hello” to the amazing animals that call the Garden home! Campers will explore birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and more as they discover where these creatures live and how we can help protect their habitats in the Houston area.

Plant STEM
August 3-7, 2026

Put plants to work! Campers will turn vegetables into batteries, explore plant chemistry, build seed gliders, and uncover the surprising science behind the plants we see every day.

Registration Fee

Weekly (Monday-Friday)
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$315/child/week
(Garden members save $25/child/week)

Single Day
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$75/child/day
(Garden members save $10/child/day)

**Please register no later than the Friday before the week your camper(s) will attend.**

For more information, email education@hbg.org.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend BotaniCamp?

BotaniCamp is open to students ages 5-11. While all campers start the day together and have opportunities to interact, programming is tailored to two age groups: 5-7 and 8-11.

When is BotaniCamp?

BotaniCamp runs Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

How early can I drop off my camper(s)?

Dropoff begins at 8:30 a.m. Parents are not expected to stay on-site.

What if I can’t pick up my camper(s) at 2 p.m.?

Garden After-Camp is available from 2-5 p.m.

Non-members: $115/child/week or $30/child/day
Members: $90/child/week or $20/child/day

Because after-camp occurs during the hottest part of the day, campers will primarily stay indoors, with the option to watch an age-appropriate movie or participate in games / low-energy activities related to the week’s theme.

How late is pick-up?

All campers must be picked up no later than 5 p.m.

What should my camper(s) wear?

Send your child in breathable, comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes that can get dirty.

What should my camper(s) bring?

Campers need to bring a refillable water bottle each day. Parents must provide a sack lunch daily, as well.

The Garden provides two snacks per camp day, and one snack during after-camp.

Where will campers spend their time?

BotaniCamp is a nature-based program, and campers spend as much time outdoors as weather safely allows. We adjust activities during extreme heat, thunderstorms, or other potentially unsafe conditions.

NOTE: The Houston Botanic Garden is not a licensed childcare facility.

Registration coming in late March 2026

Our Mission

Enriching life through discovery, education, and the conservation of plants and the natural environment.

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