Palos Verdes Hikes & Trails in July
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 July. In addition to hikes and other outside activities, they are always looking for volunteers to assist in keeping our hillsides maintained.
Special Events:
A guided nature walk by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy to Alta Vicente Reserve, will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2014, at 9:00 a.m. This is a new walk to explore North Spur Trail through the last farm area on the Peninsula and enjoy the coastal views. Also it is the site of the Conservancy’s recent habitat restoration to turn degraded land into native habitat for attracting birds and wildlife. This is a moderate walk and is free and open to the public. For more information contact (310) 541-7613 ext. 201.
Another new event is the Naturalist Workshop by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy on Saturday, July 19, 2014, from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the White Point Nature Preserve. Join a Natural History Museum scientist for a presentation on citizen science using iNaturalist. This will be followed by a guided nature walk. Space will be limited so RSVP at info@pvplc.org or call (310) 541-7613.
Monthly Activities:
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy First Saturday Bird Walk at George F Canyon, will be held on July 5, 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, July 12, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon. You can listen to nature themed children’s stories for young people of all ages told by the LA City Rangers. This month’s theme is Cultural History. 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 Saturday, July 12, 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, July 16, 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, July 26, 2014, from 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, July 26, 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, July 23, 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, July 12, 2014, from 9:00 a.m to 12:00 noon. Volunteers will help save native wildflowers and shrubs from the threat of 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.
