Parks and environment volunteering
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Teen Trail Team
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Teen Trail Team 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
The Houston Arboretum's summer Teen Trail Team maintains trails and native habitats in Memorial Park.
Teens work with the Conservation Team on trail work, wildlife habitat improvement, and invasive plant removal across 155 acres.
Key facts
- Run by
- Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
- Where
- Houston, TX
- Who can join
- Ages 13 to 17Students ages 13-17.
- Commitment
- Up to 30 hours of community service
- Applications
- Teen summer applications have closed for Summer 2026 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
- Cost
- Not posted
- Good fit for
- Biology and Environmental Science
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 Teen Trail Team details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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| Opportunity | Where | Who can join | Commitment | When to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston (Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology) High School Summer Research ProgramResearch · University lab | Houston, TX | 16 and up | 4 weeks, June 7 - July 2, 2027 | January 15, 2027 |
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Teen Trail Team?
Ages 13 to 17. Students ages 13-17.
How many hours does Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Teen Trail Team require?
Up to 30 hours of community service
When does Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Teen Trail Team take applications?
Teen summer applications have closed for Summer 2026 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
Sources and method
Suggested attribution: Dewey Smart. “Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Teen Trail Team”. https://www.deweysmart.com/opportunities/houston-arboretum-teen-trail-team.
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