Palos Verdes homes owners can begin the year with moderate hikes while enjoying their surroundings and learning more about nature in Palos Verdes. These hikes are held on the first Saturday of every month, and on Saturday, January 5, 2013, the George F. Canyon Preserve & Nature Center will offer not only their First Saturday of the year morning Bird Walk, but you can also enjoy the afternoon First Saturday Walk through the Canyon.
The Bird Walks are from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and park naturalist Loretta Rose will guide you through a few of the riparian habitats on the Peninsula. We have just gone through a rainy month and Loretta will be discussing our local birds and winter migration. Not only will you learn about the native birds, but you will also hear about the canyon’s willow trees and other plants which make up the habitat for our local bird species. This is a very slow and quiet walk (so the birds are not frightened) and remember to bring your binoculars. You must call ahead to make reservations and binoculars are available if needed.
The First Saturday Walk will take place in the afternoon from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Your expert guide will introduce you to a world of discovery in the Canyon. Your guide will not only teach you about the habitat, geology, drainage, wildlife and folklore, but will be able to answer your questions about what makes these canyons so popular and important to our local wildlife. This walk is suggested for children 9 and up, and is $5 per person.
These hikes will be starting at the George F. Nature Center, located at 7306 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates. For more information about these activities, or to make reservations, please call (310) 547-0862.
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