Special Events
Beauty of Nature Film Series Presented by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, “TRACKS”, June 19th, 5pm, Peninsula High School Theater, 27118 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. (Australia 2013; 112 min.) Adventurer Robyn Davidson crossed the Australian desert on foot alone in 1977. Drawn from her memoir, this drama depicts her arduous journey. Following the film, Conservancy’s board member Susan McKenna will lead a Q&A about the film and book, drawing from her life in Australia. $10 per person. Free for 18 years and under. Tickets and RSVP: http://pvplc.org/_events/filmseries.asp.
Guided NATURE WALK by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at Abalone Cove Shoreline Park, Saturday, June 11th, 9am. Visit the beautifully landscaped trails with interpretive signage. Enjoy a walk down to explore the tide pools and pillow lava formations. This is a moderate walk. Park in the lot at Abalone Cove Shoreline Park, 5970 Palos Verdes Dr. South. The parking fee will be waived. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact (310) 541-7613 ext. 201 or sign up at www.pvplc.org/_events/NatureWalkRSVP.asp.
Singin’ the Blues and other PV Butterflies by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at the White Point Nature Education Center on Saturday, June 25th, 11am. Meet local butterfly expert and get viewing tips from Jess Morton, PV/South Bay Audubon Society. Free. White Point Nature Education Center, 1600 W Paseo Del Mar in San Pedro, 90731. For more information and to RSVP, visit www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities. Followed by a Native Plant Sale to make your own butterfly-friendly plants into your home garden, 12 – 2pm.
Become a White Pont Nature Center Docent with a Training June 4th 9 am! You can help increase accessibility for visitors to enjoy the White Point Nature Education Center as a docent (Open Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday 10am-4pm). No skills or experience required, just an interest in learning more about the area’s local natural and cultural history and geology. Must be 18 years or older. A training will be held by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy on June 4th from 9am – 12pm at White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 S. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro. For more information and to RSVP: pvplc.volunteerhub.com/Events
Become a George F Canyon Nature Center Docent with a Training June 11th 9 am! You can help increase accessibility for visitors to enjoy the George F Canyon Nature Center as a docent (Open Friday 1-4 pm, Saturday, Sunday 10am-4pm). No skills or experience required, just an interest in learning more about the area’s local natural and cultural history and geology. Must be 18 years or older. A training will be held by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy on June 11th from 9am – 12pm at George F Canyon, 27305 PV Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates. For more information and to RSVP: pvplc.volunteerhub.com/Events
Nature & Me Storytime – Join the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy and the Palos Verdes Library District on Jun 10th, 9:30am – 10am at the George F Canyon Nature Center. Your children will love to sing, listen to a story, enjoy a puppet show and engage in activities in beautiful natural surroundings. Geared for ages 2 – 5 years. RSVP at: http://pvplc.org/_events/GFCActivty.asp. For more information: call Marisa Perley at (310) 377-9584.
Monthly Activities
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy First Saturday Family Hike at George F Canyon, Saturday, June 4th, 9am. Bring your family and join our naturalist guide to discover habitat, wildlife and more on an easy hike up the canyon with amazing views of the city. Free. All ages welcome. For more information, contact (310) 547-0862 or RSVP at: www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Outdoor Volunteer Day at Agua Amarga Reserve, Saturday, June 4th, 9am – 12pm. Join us for a rewarding, fun and healthy way to make a difference restoring this unique canyon habitat. Sign up atwww.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy First Sunday Beginners Bird Walk at George F Canyon, Sunday, June 5th, 8:30am. Binoculars provided. Easy walk. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact (310) 547-0862 or RSVP at: www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Outdoor Volunteer Day with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at White Point Nature Preserve, Saturday, June 11th, 9am – 12pm. Help beautify the native plant demonstration garden surrounding the Nature Education Center. Sign up at: www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Family Day at the White Point Nature Preserve, Saturday, June 11th, 10am-11am. Your family will enjoy wildlife demonstrations and exploring the surrounding native plant demonstration garden with one of our Naturalists. White Point Nature Preserve located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar in San Pedro. Meet at the information kiosk between parking lot and Nature Center. For more information call (310) 541-7613 or RSVP at: www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Birding with Wild Birds Unlimited at White Point Nature Preserve, Wednesday, June 15th, 8:30am. Explore the birds making a home in the restored habitat at this beautiful preserve. Binoculars supplied for beginners. The program is free. All ages welcome. White Point Nature Preserve is located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar in San Pedro. RSVP at: www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Outdoor Volunteer Day at Native Plant Nursery, Saturday, June 18th, 9am – 12pm. Enjoy the pleasure of nurturing seedlings and helping shrubs grow for habitat restoration projects. Must reserve 48 hours in advance. Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Full Moon Hike at George F Canyon, Saturday June 18th with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Explore nocturnal sights with an expert naturalist under a full moon at the George F Canyon Nature Preserve, Saturday, June 18th. Must be age 9 and up. $12 per person. Reservations required at www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Birding with Wild Birds Unlimited at George F Canyon presented by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Wednesday, June 22nd, 8:30am. Explore the birds in nesting season making a home in the Conservancy protected habitat. The program is free and all ages welcome. Location: 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates 90274. RSVP at: www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Outdoor Volunteer Day with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at White Point Nature Preserve, Saturday, June 25th, 9am – 12pm. You’ll enjoy being outdoors helping to beautify the native demonstration garden and area surrounding the Education Center. Sign up at: www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
4th Saturday Nature Walk at White Point Nature Preserve, Saturday, June 25th, 10am. Enjoy a family-oriented guided walk and naturalist activities for all ages. White Point Nature Preserve is located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar in San Pedro. RSVP
at: www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities. Followed by a Native Plant Sale 12pm – 2 pm to make your garden a drought tolerant home for butterflies and birds.
Outdoor Volunteer Days at Native Plant Nursery, Monday – Friday, 9am. Enjoy nurturing seedlings and help shrubs grow for habitat restoration projects. Must RSVP 48 hours in advance. Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com