Palos Verdes Hikes and Trails in June
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is presenting Palos Verdes hikes and a variety of outdoor activities for Palos Verdes homes owners to participate in during the month of June. In addition to hikes and other outside activities, they are always looking for volunteers to assist in keeping our hillsides maintained.
Special Events:
Nature and Me Story Time at George F Canyon will be held on Friday, June 13, 2014, at 9:30 a.m. The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy and the Palos Verdes Library District are hosting Nature & Me Story Time where you can introduce your child to the beauty of our natural surroundings through nature inspired music, reading and activities at the George F Canyon Nature Center. It is geared for ages 2-5. The Center is located at 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates.
A guided nature walk by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy to George F Canyon, will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2014, at 9:00 a.m. Wander along a willow filled canyon stream with coastal sage scrub restored habitat. Observe the Palos Verdes’ rare Catalina Schist from one of the few places you can see the rock exposed. This is an easy to moderate walk and is free and open to the public.
Film Series,”The Beauty of Nature” by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, will be presented Saturday, June 14th, from 3:30-6:30 p.m. The film “Riding Giants” looks at the history of surfing and the ongoing obsession with the sport. Stacy Peralta directs this critically lauded opener to the 2004 Sundance Film Festival. Admission is free and the film will be screened at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, John Olguin Audition, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro. Reserve your seats now. www.pvplc.org/activities/RSVPRidingGiants.asp.
Monthly Activities:
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy First Saturday Bird Walk at George F Canyon, will be held on June 7, 2014, at 8:30 a.m. This is considered a slow easy walk so that the birds are not startled. Binoculars are provided if needed. Also, later in the day at 3:00 p.m., the First Saturday Walk takes place at the Canyon with a descriptive walk by a naturalist. There is a $5 suggested donation for this walk. George F Canyon is located at 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates.
Storytime with the Rangers at the White Point Nature Education Center will be on Saturday, June 14, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon. You can listen to nature themed children’s stories for young people of all ages. This month’s theme is Geology and Soil. Storytime is the 2nd Saturday of every month. The Center is located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro.
Explore nocturnal sights with an expert Naturalist under a full moon with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at the George F Canyon Nature Preserve on Friday, June 13, 2014. Call (310) 547-0862 for reservations and time. Children must be 9 years of age and there is a charge of $10 per person.
Birding with Wild Birds Unlimited will take place at the White Point Nature Preserve on Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at 8:30 a.m. Binoculars will be provided. This is an easy walk and is free. Parking is at the Preserve located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro. .
Ranger Guided Family Walk at the White Point Nature Preserve will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2014, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. This is a free family hike guided by LA City Rangers through the beautiful 102 acre White Point Nature Preserve located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro.
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Native Plant Sale at White Point Nature Education Center on Saturday, June 28, 2014, from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m. at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro.
Birding with Wildbirds Unlimited will be held at the George F Canyon Nature Preserve, on Wednesday, June 25, 2014, at 8:30 a.m. Binoculars are provided with this slow and easy walk. Parking is at the George F Canyon Nature Preserve, 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Outdoor volunteer day will be held at the Portuguese Bend Reserve, on Saturday, June 7, 2014, from 9:00 a.m to 12:00 noon. Volunteers will help fight invasive weeds in the young habitat at Peacock Flats. To RSVP, please call (310) 541-7613.
PVPLC outdoor volunteer day at the Native Plant Nursery is on Saturday, June 14, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Volunteers will help transplant seedlings and cultivate growing plants. Reservations are required by June 11, 2014. To RSVP, call (310) 541-7613.
White Point Nature Preserve is looking for volunteers on Saturday, June 21, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Native plants need your help to combat the threat of invasive weeds. To RSVP, please call (310) 541-7613.
For more information on any of the above activities, go to www.pvplc.org, or call (310) 541-7613. Click here to read my previous article on Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Hiking & More.
Photo courtesy of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy White Point Preserve.
