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The City of Torrance Community Services Department in cooperation with the Friends of the Madrona Marsh, offers many special activities!
To register for Classes and Science camps that has a fee:
Community Services Department
West Annex, Torrance City Hall
3031 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, CA 90503.
Phone 310.618.2720
(Walk-ins are accepted)
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES ART PROGRAMS SCIENCE PROGRAMS SPECIAL PROGRAMS Volunteer Opportunities
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
Tour de Torrance -Searching for the Birds of the South Bay
1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesday of every Month at 8:30 am * Free February 2 & 16, March 2, 16 & 30, April 6 & 20, May 4 & 18, June 1, 15 & 29, July 6 & 20, August 3, 17 &31, 2010 Take a stroll with Dave moody and Ron Melin as you identify the different species of birds at the Madrona Marsh Preserve, other parks throughout the City of Torrance and local South Bay birding "hot spots."
Morning On The Marsh - 2nd Tuesday of every month from 9:00 - 11:00 am * Free February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13 & August 10, 2010 Discover this hidden jewel, right in your backyard! Enjoy a leisurely stroll with tour guide, Bart Tendick... and learn about this fascinating vernal marsh.
Bird Walk - 2nd Wednesday of every month at 8:00 am * Free
February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14 & August 11, 2010
Discover different birds every season and see if you can spot the over 250 species of birds that visit Madrona Marsh Preserve.
Native Plants in the Wild & in Your Garden - 1st Saturday of every month at 10:00 am* Free
This Class will repeat the following Tuesday at 6:30 pm
Dr. Connie Vadheim (CSU Dominguez Hills) will discuss local native plants as part of the gardening series "Out of the Wilds and Into Your Garden". Featured will be plants native to the lowland areas of western L.A. County. Class will include a walk in the Madrona Marsh Preserve/Gardens, where students can see the featured plants. This is the only series to showcase native plants appropriate for western L.A. county gardens - and it's FREE
Hospitable Habitat Saturday: 02/01/2010 & Tuesday: 02/09/2010
The Name Game: Taxonomy, Local & Island Endemics Saturday: 03/06/2010 & Tuesday: 03/09/2010
Fragrant Flowers Saturday: 04/03/2010 & Tuesday: 04/06/2010
Year-round Color Saturday: 05/01/2010 & Tuesday: 05/04/2010
All classes are held Saturdays 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon and 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. the following Tuesday.
Madrona Marsh Nature Center
3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance
(310) 782-3989.
This is the only gardening series to feature native plants appropriate for the coastal areas- and it's FREE!
Nature Walks - 4th weekend of every month at 10:00 am
February 27 & 28, March 27 & 28, April 24 & 25, May 22 & 23, June 26 & 27, July 24 & 25, August 28 & 29, 2010
Take a guided walk on the Madrona Marsh Preserve and learn about the flora and fauna that live in this captivating veral marsh. You'll see how living things interact in their habitat and learn the value of wetlands in our urban environment.
Service Learning for High School and College Students
Saturdays - 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Visit or call the Nature Center for more information at; (310) 782-3989.
Students can perform community service hours at this time to fulfill class or graduation requirements.
RAIN CANCELS ALL RESTORATION!
Habitat Restoration
Saturdays - 8:45 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Curious about how to tell the native from nonnative plants on the Preserve? Learn directly through weeding nonnatives and planting natives.
RAIN CANCELS ALL RESTORATION!
Tuesday and Wednesday Weeders - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Volunteer opportunity for those looking for pleasant company while accomplishing good work on the Preserve. Join the group for restoration every Tues. and Wed. morning and gain expertise about the weeds and native plants of the South Bay. This program is for adults willing to make a minimum 50 hour commitment.
A New Opportunity to Volunteer at the Madrona Marsh Preserve!
Join the Propagation Society as we plant seeds for the future of the Preserve!
Every Second and Fourth Thursday of Every Month * 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Learn how to:
*Prepare soil for planting on the Marsh
*Grow native plants for restoration and fundraising events at the Madrona Marsh
*'Pot up' plants to larger containers
*Collect and 'clean' seeds
*Prune native plants in the Nursery
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ART PROGRAMS
Artist Receptions & Exhibits
View the works of local artists & photographers portraying the beauty of the Madrona Marsh.
The community is invited to attend each artist's reception where the artist talks about his/her work and or gives a demonstration.
Snacks and beverages are included.
Ching Ho-"Paintings of the Madrona Marsh"
Exhibit Displayed from February 16, 2010 - April 2, 2010
Artist's Reception - Friday, March 5, 2010 * 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Dr. Connie Vadheim - A Photography Exhibit
Exhibit Displayed from April 6, 2010 - May 21, 2010
Artist's Reception - Friday, April 23, 2010 * 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Bill Wassenberg-An Exhibit of Paintings
Exhibit Displayed from May 25, 2010 - July 9, 2010
Artist's Reception - Friday, June 11, 2010 * 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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SCIENCE PROGRAMS
Second Sunday Science
2nd Sunday of every month from 2:00 - 4:00 pm * $5 person/ $10 family
Waterfowl of Winter with Ron Melin
February 14, 2010
Seals & Sea Lions with a Representative from the Marine Mammal Care Center
March 14, 2010
Spring Migration with Ron Melin
April 11, 2010
Where did the Dinosaurs come from?
Lesson & Hunt with Bob Carr
May 2, 2010
Astronomy Programs
Star Party
Saturday, April 17, 2010 * 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. * Focus on the Moon & Saturn
Don't miss this chance to explore the spring sky with Paul Livio and the Riverside Astronomical Society.
Register early, as a maximum of 25 people can attend.
Introduction to Astronomy
Saturday, May 15, 2010 * 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. * Free
Want to learn about Astronomy? Amateur astronomy is a popular hobby in Southern California.
This course will introduce you to the wonders of the universe and explain the philosophy and method
of science and the role astronomy plays in our attempts to understand the universe scientifically.
Children's Activities
Tyke Hikes
1st Thursday of Each Month * 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. * $5.00 donation
February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June3, July 1 & August 5, 2010
Hey Kids! Come see some of the plants and animals on a guided tour of Madrona Marsh Preserve.
Meet at the Nature Center at 10:00 a.m.
Reptiles & Bugs - "Oh My!"
Saturday, March 20, 2010 * 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. * Free
One local Middle School student has become an expert! Join her in exploring reptiles and the bugs you love.
Meet her pets and learn how she cares for them. What kind of things must you know to have a reptile and or bug as a pet?
NEW CHILDREN'S WORKSHOPS
Children's Birding Workshop * Ages 8 - 12
Children's Art Workshop * Ages 3 - 6
3 Classes per Workshop/Pre-registration Required * $5 per person or $10 per family per class
Children's Birding Workshop with Bob Shanman * 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Children's Art Workshop with Marsha Miller * 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Story-time for Kids
Saturday, May 8, 2010 * 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. * Free
Will it be a heart-warming story about living with nature or a tall tale of mythic proportions?
In any event, stories will be told. Come join us!
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Night Hike
Saturday, February 20, 2010 . 6:30 pm # 8:30 pm
Saturday, May 22, 2010. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
$5 per person/ $10 per family
Be on the Preserve as the sun sets - experience the coming of night!
This hike is limited to the first 25 people who sign up.
For reservations call the Madrona Marsh Nature Center (310) 782 - 3989.
Birding by Ear
Saturday, March 6, 2010 * 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
$5.00 per person or $10.00 per family
Birding by ear is a unique and important tool for birders both new and experienced.
Join Tracy Drake and Ron Melin as they teach you what to listen for to tell one bird from another.
This is one of the most useful field skills to learn - the ability to recognize birds by their songs and calls.
Arbor Day Celebration
Saturday, March 13, 2010 * 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. * Free
Come join us in planting shrubs and grasses to celebrate this day! Refreshments will be provided.
Enviromental Fair
Saturday, March 27, 2010 * 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. * Free
For more information please call Tracy Drake at the Nature Center at; (310) 782-3989.
Kill Your Lawn
Sunday, May 2, 2010 * 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. * Free
Out with the old & in with the new! Learn to get rid of the non-native lawn and how to
design and grow a water-wise native garden!
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Volunteer Opportunities
Are you looking for an interesting volunteer opportunity? The Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center is seeking volunteers for a variety of positions. Please call the Nature Center for further information and to request a volunteer application (310)782-3989.
Gift Shop Volunteers
Special Events
Docents
Habitat Restoration
For reservations and information regarding programs and/or for group tours please contact the Madrona Marsh Nature Center at (310)782-3989.
All activities and classes meet at the Madrona Marsh Nature Center, located at 3201 Plaza del Amo (between Maple and Madrona), on the north side of the street. Back to Top
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES ART PROGRAMS SCIENCE PROGRAMS SPECIAL PROGRAMS Volunteer Opportunities
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