ADULT PROGRAMS

The Wildflower Center offers abundant opportunities to learn about Texas native plants, gardening, nature art, photography, writing and more — including our very popular Native Plant Gardening Series.

Classes generally happen during spring and fall, with other programs occurring throughout the year.

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Forest Bathing

Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX

Forest bathing is based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which is said to reduce stress and increase inner peace. During this class, you and fellow nature lovers will learn to better connect with nature through mindfulness and meditation.

$45
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Birds in the Landscape

Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX

Walk with expert horticulturists and birders as they point out native and migratory bird species and the native plants they depend on

$7.5 – $15
Smiling man standing behind an array of plants in white pots and a red watering can.

Container Gardening Workshop

Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX

Create a native plant container garden for your balcony or patio, and get tips for keeping your transplanted flora healthy.

$60

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Forest Bathing

Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX

Forest bathing is based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which is said to reduce stress and increase inner peace. During this class, you and fellow nature lovers will learn to better connect with nature through mindfulness and meditation.

$45
A yoga instructor, Cynthia Bernard, wearing a "Dog Ma" white tank and stirring the singing bowls laid out on a blue blanket in the gardens for a yoga class.
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Yoga & Sound Bowls

Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX

Start your morning with movement, mindfulness and the music of Tibetan and quartz singing bowls & chimes

$7.5 – $15

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Forest Bathing

Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX

Forest bathing is based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which is said to reduce stress and increase inner peace. During this class, you and fellow nature lovers will learn to better connect with nature through mindfulness and meditation.

$45