School Programs
Elementary school classes from throughout the Sacramento Valley come to the UC Davis
Arboretum to learn about the natural history of the region. During guided tours, volunteer
naturalists lead small groups that explore the ecology of the Arboretum along the banks of
Putah Creek, and use hands-on activities to reinforce the California life science standards
for each grade. Classes can also visit the Arboretum independently and tour the gardens.
Guided Tours: 2007- 08
Fall Tour Season (October-November)
Grade 4: Traditional Uses of California Native Plants
Spring Tour Season (April-May)
Grade 2: Cycles of Life (2nd Grade)
Grade 3: Amazing Adaptations (3rd Grade)
School programs, designed for Grades 2-4, are scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday
mornings, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. , in the fall and spring. The fee is $2 per student.
There is a 40 student maximum.
To sign up, please submit a completed tour application and payment. You will
then receive a confirmation packet with directions, chaperone guidelines, and
suggested pre-visit and post-visit activities for the students (or download them,
below, immediately). For more information, please call (530) 752-4880.
Information for Teachers and Chaperones
Other Opportunities with Outdoor Education
Self Guided Tours are another popular option for classes wishing to explore the UC Davis Arboretum. These tours are free. Call the Education Department at (530) 754-5686 for more information.
Volunteer Naturalists. Community Volunteers are vital to our Outdoor
Education Program. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer naturalist or working
with us on a school project (examples: school garden, environmental curriculum, special
tours), please contact the Education Department at (530) 754-5686. For more information
on volunteering, click here: Volunteering at the UC Davis Arboretum.
Student Interns are invited to get hands-on experience in outdoor
education and leading School Program tours. Interns can receive up to 3 units per
quarter or 2 units per semester with the UC Davis Arboretum. For more information on
our internship program, click here: Internships at the UC Davis Arboretum.
Contact Information
We look forward to meeting and working with you and your students. The Arboretum is a very special place to visit and we want to provide you the best experience possible.
Please contact our receptionist at (530) 742-4880 or our Education Department at (530) 754-5686 with any questions, or email us at arboretum@ucdavis.edu.
We look forward to seeing you at the UC Davis Arboretum!