Environment

Wild & Scenic Film Festival started in 1983 and is now the largest film festival of its kind in the United States. W&SFF partners internationally to present “On Tour” festivals by engaging hosts who jointly raise awareness of preservation issues in nature. The Conservancy is proud to present an exciting selection of adventurous and inspirational Read More ...

Birds & Bees Under the Seas FRIENDS members-only Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium with dinner and a behind-the-scenes look at how sea creatures meet, mate and raise their young. Enjoy fun learning stations, plus a special gray whale love talk by Diane Alps, a cetacean scientist. This family-friendly event is FREE for members Read More ...

Quarterly Open House Featuring Helena's founder, Henry Elkus and Dr. Branwen Williams, Claremont College Helena brings world-wide thought leaders together to focus on addressing issues of global importance and creating innovations that yield significant positive impact. They believe that small groups of brilliant and capable leaders can solve intractable problems. Helena’s “Factory in the Sky” Read More ...

The Sanitation Districts will be hosting a public workshop in San Pedro on February 26 at 6:30 pm to update the community on the upcoming construction of the Clearwater Project. The workshop will take place at Peck Park Community Center located at 560 N. Western Avenue. Please join us.

We encourage you to attend a free Smart Gardening workshop to improve your lawn/garden and reduce waste. No reservations needed. Workshops are about 1.5 hours and are held at Learning Centers, libraries, parks, and schools. Beginner Workshops introduce you to smart gardening. Advanced Workshops are for those who love to garden (schedule listed at bottom). Read More ...

Family volunteer day with activities, composting workshop, Ranger guided work and more!

Presented by Feed & Be Fed & The Garden Church 1pm-4-m Earth Day ExpoBees, Farm Stand, Veggies, Composting Information, Vendors, Music & Activities for Kids, Plus so much more! 4pm-5pm Interfaith Worship Join us in giving thanks to our Earth! 5pm-6pm Community Pot Luck Bring something to share & enjoy a community meal together.

You are invited to help International Bird Rescue celebrate 2019 Bird L.A. Day on May 4th at our Los Angeles Wildlife Center. We will have crafts, special presentations, a gift shop, and educational booths where you can learn more about the waterbirds that we care for and how you can take action to protect them. Read More ...

Family Nature Walk with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at the White Point Nature Preserve, Saturday, June 15th, 11 am. Everyone in the family will enjoy a Naturalist guided walk through our Tongva Demonstration Garden where you’ll learn how early inhabitants used native plants for survival. Then walk through beautifully restored coastal sage scrub Read More ...

Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Outdoor Volunteer Day at White Point Nature Preserve, Saturday, June 22nd, 9am – 12pm. Help beautify the native demonstration garden and surrounding habitat. 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, 90731. Sign up at: pvplc.volunteerhub.com.