Tails on the Trails: a date with Doggy June 5, 2010

The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center invites dogs on leashes and their owners to an afternoon of fun, refreshments, and a hike to explore the trails Saturday, June 5 from 2-5 p.m. to celebrate the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day®. Wear costumes for a chance to win one of three prizes! Pooches and their human pals can pick up their water, doggie bag and treat before heading out for a strut, stroll and sniff on an Arboretum trail that winds through the forest, pas a pond (no swimming please!) and back to the party for more refreshments provided by Freebirds World Burrito and Smart Water®, music and door prizes. At 3:30 a dog trick contest will begin and at 3:45 the costume contest will start. Door prizes will be awarded once each hour, three will go to the best costumes, and three to the best dog tricks. Admission (includes one dog with owner) is $15 for Arboretum members, $20 for non-members; each additional guest/dog is $5. Kids 17 and under with a parent may enter for free. RSVP now to [email protected] or call (713)485-4507.

A bustling schedule of year round activities and courses are available for adults, children and families to create a sense of wonder and appreciation for nature. For more information, call 713-681-8433 or visit www.houstonarboretum.org. The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is located at 4501 Woodway Drive, Houston, Texas 77024. Become a fan of The Houston Arboretum on Facebook here: http://tinyurl.com/yc4qhgp. For more information about great classes and events in Houston, visit www.ltbaehr.com.