Self-Guided Options for Student & Youth Groups

Explore the Arboretum on your own schedule, according to your group's interests.

  • Advance registration is required.
  • Self-Guided Visit fees INCLUDE Arboretum gate admission. Charges may apply for additional students or chaperones that exceed the stated limit. See individual program information for full details.

Cancellation Policy
No refunds if you cancel less than 30 days in advance. In extreme weather conditions, we reserve the right to cancel programs for safety. You will not be charged a cancellation fee under these circumstances.



School group at Spring Peeper Meadow, photo by Vienna Volante

Self-Guided Visits for student groups

Available Monday-Friday only. 2024: April 15-Oct. 31, between 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Free with accompanying school-year Field Trip/$25 all other bookings
Available Monday-Friday from April-Oct.

 

Helpful information - Education

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Cancellations & Exchanges for educational programs

Cancellation policy

Review the cancellation policies prior to purchasing a class.

Waitlist

Waitlist form

The best chance of being enrolled in a sold out class is to add your name to the waitlist. Click the "waitlist" button or link next to the class and complete the form. There is no obligation to register if a spot opens. If the waitlist shows enough demand, additional sessions may be added.

Member purchasing policy

Can Members register accompanying Non-member participants for Educational programs at the discounted member rate?

Yes. Arboretum Education policy is that Members may purchase a class or camp on behalf of an accompanying Non-member at the discounted Member price as long as they are registering and paying for at least one spot for themselves. Members must Sign in, enter the total number of Member-price tickets for all participants they are purchasing for, and then complete each participant’s name and prompted information at the checkout screen. The transaction must be completed at the same time as the Member's registration(s). This policy applies only to Arboretum Education programs and classes, and is not applicable to other Arboretum purchases like Events or Admission Tickets.

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About Arboretum Education

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Meet the team behind the programs that inspire scientific curiosity and a love of nature.

Education department statistics

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