Parks and environment volunteering
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Nature Rangers
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Nature Rangers is a volunteer program run by Houston Arboretum & Nature Center in Houston, TX. Open to: ages 13 to 17.
- Who can join
- Ages 13 to 17
- minimum age posted
- Status
- Not stated
- Season
- Summer
- Cost
- Not posted
About the program
Nature Rangers are teen camp helpers who assist the Arboretum's summer environmental education programs.
Nature Rangers help with summer camp classes, including experiments, nature encounters, hikes, and games.
Key facts
- Run by
- Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
- Where
- Houston, TX
- Who can join
- Ages 13 to 17Students ages 13-17.
- Commitment
- Minimum 2 full camp weeks (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
- Applications
- Teen summer applications have closed for Summer 2026 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
- Cost
- Not posted
- To apply
- Interview
- Orientation
- Good fit for
- Biology and Environmental Science, Education
Making the most of it on a college application
- Stay long enough to take on more responsibility, such as a second year or training new volunteers.
- Keep a log of hours and a few specific moments. They become the activities list entry and, often, an essay.
- Pair it with something that shows the same interest from another side, such as a class, a competition, or a summer program.
Email me the Nature Rangers details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Nature Rangers?
Ages 13 to 17. Students ages 13-17.
How many hours does Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Nature Rangers require?
Minimum 2 full camp weeks (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
When does Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Nature Rangers take applications?
Teen summer applications have closed for Summer 2026 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
What do you need to apply?
Interview, Orientation.
Sources and method
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