Special Events
Wild & Scenic Film Festival at Warner Grand Theatre, Sunday, January 22nd at 4pm. An exciting selection of adventurous and inspirational films about nature. You’ll be moved, transfixed and energized to make a difference in our world. Second event, February 12th at Hermosa Beach Community Center. Tickets $15 at the door, $10 at www.pvplc.org.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at White Point Nature Preserve, Monday, January 16th, 9am – 2pm. Join in this community effort to beautify the nature preserve. Sign up to volunteer at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Volunteer Trail Watch Training at Ladera Linda Community Center, Saturday, January 28th and Saturday, February 4th, 9am – 1pm. Like to hike, ride your bike or horse? Want to help protect habitat and wildlife? Become a Trail Watch Volunteer and make a difference on the trails! Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Farming in the South Bay Then and Now Presentation at White Point Nature Education Center, Saturday, January 28th, 10am – 12pm. Join author Judi Gerber to discover the rich history of the area’s local family farmers that dates from late 1700s. Free. RSVP at pvplc.org, “Events & Activities”.
Monthly Activities
Guided NATURE WALK by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at Vicente Bluffs Reserve, Saturday, January 14th, 9am. Follow the bluff top from Point Vicente to Oceanfront Estates, an area containing high quality coastal bluff scrub habitat. Great location for sighting whales. This is an easy walk. Park in dirt lot at Point Vicente in front of Lighthouse. 31501 Palos Verdes Drive West, RPV. 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.
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy First Saturday Family Hike at George F Canyon, Saturday, January 7th, 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 Alta Vicente Reserve, Saturday, January 7th, 9am – 12pm. Help restore this unique canyon habitat home to many threatened and endangered wildlife species. Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Full Moon Hike at George F Canyon, Friday, January 13th 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. Must be age 9 and up. $12 per person. Reservations required at www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Family Nature Exploration at the White Point Nature Education Center, Saturday, January 14th, 10am. Meet at Nature Center for opportunities for a family-friendly guided walk and experience local nature first-hand. Bring the whole family! Free. 1600 W. Paseo del Mar in San Pedro. RSVP at: www.pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Birding with Wild Birds Unlimited at White Point Nature Preserve, Wednesday, January 18th, 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 Portuguese Bend Reserve, Saturday, January 21st, 9am – 12pm. Help restore important wildlife habitat while looking out at a beautiful view. Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Birding with Wild Birds Unlimited at George F Canyon presented by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Wednesday, January 25th, 8:30am. Explore the birds in nesting season making a home in the canyon. 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 at Native Plant Nursery, Saturday, January 28th, 9am – 12pm. Nurture seedlings and grow shrubs for habitat restoration projects all around the Peninsula. Reservation required by Wednesday, January 25th. Sign up at http://pvplc.volunteerhub.com
Guided Nature Walk at the White Point Nature Preserve, Saturday, January 28th, 10am-11am. Visit White Point Nature Preserve and attend a Naturalist-guided hike. Enjoy coastal views and learn more about the plants, animals, restoration area and more! 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.
Native Plant Sale at White Point Nature Preserve, Saturday, January 28th, 12pm – 2pm. Plants sold on first-come, first-serve basis. White Point Nature Preserve located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar in San Pedro. For more information call (310) 541-7613.
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
Rapid Response Team, Fridays and Saturdays, 9am – 12pm. Work alongside Conservancy staff protecting important wildlife habitat by closing unauthorized trails! Task include trail maintenance, building fence, installing signage and more! We work at various locations around the Preserve where work is most needed. Directions to sites emailed upon sign up. No experience needed. 15 and up. http://pvplc.volunteerhub.com