Conservation Groups Los Angeles

Walk along the LA River

Easy flat walk along the LA River. Walk will be under 4 miles RT. We will meet in front of the Morrison. Members can chose to meet there afterwards. Need minimum of 10 signups.

WILD FOODS: TRADITIONAL ACORN PROCESSING

To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-food-cooking-workshop-focus-on-acorn-processing/) **TRADITIONAL ACORN PROCESSING** This Session is a complete lesson on the historical value of the ACORN in west coast native societies, along with some nutritional information. You will then go through the entire process of turning the raw acorn into a delicious food. You’ll shell, grind, leach, test, leach some more, and blend with a few other ingredients to make acorn food products. If you didn’t already know this, ACORNS are a Super-Food, not simply squirrel food. They contain all the amino acids! Native Americans of the Americas understood this and regularly processed and consumed acorn products. In fact, acorns have been used for food by many cultures the world over. They are still commonly used in Korean dishes. In the U.S., the use of the acorn is experiencing a revival. We will also prepare a few other wild food dishes, depending on what is in season. There will be minimal walking today, but still bring your field notebook. This can apply to an Ethno-botany certificate. Location sent upon registration. $65 ($45 for students and seniors)

Hiking & Harmony: A Night of Music and Plant-Powered Joy at Wild Living Foods

* Join us this Sunday May 31st for a hike at Griffith Park, (park at Greek Theatre) followed by an unforgettable evening of live singing performance, community, and delicious plant-based cuisine at Wild Living Foods! * We’ll sing, share uplifting melodies, and connect with like-minded folks in a warm, welcoming space. Whether you love to sing along or just enjoy the vibe, all are welcome. * Let’s make it a night of joy, harmony, and nourishing food! Please RSVP on meetup and Partiful: [https://partiful.com/e/4zeNHy7mlwrQ1Cj2fmM7](https://partiful.com/e/4zeNHy7mlwrQ1Cj2fmM7) \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* If you'd like to stay updated on upcoming special events or to join us on one of our upcoming plant-powered adventures, you can subscribe to our Newsletter for group adventures or our Community Events page ✨️[www.HolisticHealthTravel.com](http://www.holistichealthtravel.com/)✨️

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FORAGING WALKABOUT: WILD FOOD & USEFUL PLANTS

# FORAGING WALKABOUT: WILD FOOD & USEFUL PLANTS, with Focus on FIRE and WEAVING plants May 30 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm $45.00 – $65.00 To attend and for exact location, register HERE We will explore a watershed area, seeing native and introduced plants. Our focus today will be to learn about those plants that are used for food, making fire, and weaving. You will learn about various edible plants, and medicinal plants. And while we might collect some greens used to make soup, we want you to see the plants that will be used to make primitive fire. And if you’re interested in basketry, you will see the traditional plants used for cordage and weaving. On our walk, you will learn how to identify these plants, and learn how to properly harvest. Join us for an insightful walk into a wild area, and learn about useful plants. Back at the tables, we will show how to make the parts of a fire kit, and you will get a chance to try it yourself. And we will also demonstrate simple basketry techniques as well.

Walk along LA River

Easy flat walk along the LA River. Walk will be under 3 miles RT. We will meet in front of the Morrison. Members can chose to meet there afterwards. Cross posted with my Conservative Mtp grp [](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=34.12377%2C%20-118.26872) The Morrison Restaurant 3179 Los Feliz Blvd , · Los Angeles, CA meet in front ##

LUNCHTIME EXPLORATORY NATURE WALK

To attend and for exact location, register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-exploratory-nature-walk/) We’ll explore the perimeter of this section of the Arroyo Seco and find some of the in-season wild edibles, and medicinal plants, and we’ll view the overall basin. Along this footpath, we will find foods, medicines, and several plants used for weaving and basketry. We’ll learn about the woods that were used for shelter, and fire, and discuss how some of the rocks were used in the past. We’ll also see many of the “invasive” non-native edibles.

Easy evening hike in the Lower Arroyo Seco

Join us for a three-mile loop hike on level trails along Pasadena's Arroyo Seco. We'll stop at various locations along the way to note the natural and human history of the area, as well as ongoing programs to restore streamside habitats. We'll be back at our starting point no later than 9 PM. No pets please. If you have a service dog, contact one of the hike leaders in advance. **Level**: Easy. **Save time at the trailhead! RSVP separately on the Sierra Club website**, provide your emergency contact information, and sign the waiver: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001gSZwbIAG . You don't need to be a Sierra Club member to attend -- all are welcome. **Recommended items to bring**: water, sturdy shoes/boots suitable for trail walking, clothing appropriate for evening weather, and a headlamp, flashlight or phone. You may also want to bring binoculars if you have them. **Questions?** Contact the leaders: Erik Peterson, (626) 833-4818, epetersoneditor@gmail.com; Ted Lubeshkoff, jeannstar@sbcglobal.net. **Signup Restrictions**: If you are feeling sick or have any symptoms such as cough, cold, fever, etc., please do not join this outing. **Cancellation policy:** Heavy rain cancels the hike.

Ballona Wetlands

The Los Angeles Audubon Society will be hosting Open Wetlands at the Ballona Wetlands on the first Saturday of the month, from 9 am to noon. We recommend wearing masks and social distancing. Come enjoy the morning air and your local wetland under the guidance of our trained naturalists. Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Enter through the gate located in the northeast corner of the parking lot behind Alkawater/Gordon’s Market, in the 300 block of Culver Blvd. in Playa del Rey. No baby strollers please. No pets. Please contact cindyhardin@laaudubon.org if you have any questions. To support this program, please consider making a donation to Los Angeles Audubon: http://losangelesaudubon.org/donate Thank you!

LUNCHTIME PLANT WALK

To attend and for exact location, register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-plant-walk/) We’ll walk into the Arroyo Seco, north of JPL, and see the flora of the spring. We’ll see a variety of native and introduced flora. We’ll walk along the alder-lined stream, and see yucca, and California coffeeberry, black sage, willow, and more. Bring water. A two hour exploratory walk. From the intersection of Ventura and Windsor in Altadena, continue north into the large parking area east of JPL. Park where you can to the north. On our short walk, we’ll explore along the river and a side canyon of the upper Arroyo.

Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Waterfalls, Snorkeling, Zip lines, Rafting, Volcanoes!

***¡¡¡ Pura Vida !!!*** Come alone, leave with friends! This is what Meetup is all about. Being able to join and do what you wanted to do . . just not alone. We are going to Costa Rica for 9 nights/10 days of exploration and tropical adventures. . . . **Best Meetup ever!**! To see how fun it is . . . Here are photos from when we did go before [https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9](https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9) Costa Rica is a playground for the adventurous and an eco-tourist's dream! It is an unspoiled tropical paradise. * Beautiful beaches * Rainforest biodiversity * Misty volcanoes * Roaring rivers * Lush jungles * Exotic flora and fauna * And more!! **And we are going there to enjoy it, learn about it and make memories of a lifetime!** This event is a true Meetup. We are creating it from scratch, and bringing like-minded people together on this adventure. Along the way making lifelong memories and friendships. Together . . . let’s make a Meetup to remember! * Hike around the base of the Arenal Volcano * Selvatura Zip Line Canopy Tour * Guided visit to Finca Luna Nueva Farm * Caño Negro Refuge Tour/Visit * Rio Frio Wildlife Refuge Boat Tour * Hanging Bridges Walking Tour * Ecotermales Hot Springs * Monteverde Night Walk Tour * Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Tour (daytime) * River Floating Tour * Tamarindo Beach * Sunset Sailing * Snorkeling Tour * And more! For a detailed Day By Day itinerary **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) **Land Tour cost $3350 per person, double occupancy** (we match roommates for those traveling solo, and most of us are doing just that). If you want your own room: **Solo occupancy additional $950** The only way to secure your spot for this meetup is a $300 deposit that is refundable up to 90 days before departure. **[Click here for secure deposit link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/24X2UREP9XPKC)** When you make a deposit be sure to fill out this [ATTENDEES FORM](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11uywUNCIB5ONrpZ-gU_4mk3bvpc4p_nhhL3ewsbkC5A/edit)**.** As we mentioned, . . . the cost is $3350. This is for the "Land" portion only. Airfare is not included. This gives you the flexibility to have a flight with timing that works best for you. Or to use points/miles. I can also help arranging your airfare. To receive an offer, **[CLICK HERE and send me a message.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=14363992)** **What is Included in this trip:** * **9 Nights hotel accommodation** * **9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners.** * **Meet & Greet at the airport.** * **Pick-up from airport to our hotel, and hotel to airport at the end of the trip** * **Transportation throughout the trip** * **Private naturalist English speaking tour guide** * **All entrance fees and tours mentioned in the itinerary day-by-day description** * **Daily water bottles for the group** * **Hotel and Added Value Tax** Does not include: ***x*** *International Airfare* ***x*** *Meals other than specified* ***x*** *Optional Tours* ***x*** *All items of personal nature (telephone calls, Laundry, room service, etc.)* ***x*** *Tipping for tour guides and drivers* **Want more info?** **[Click Here to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)** **OR** **RSVP to the event with your email to receive additional info.** **OR** **[CLICK HERE to send me a message](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=14363992)** Whatever is easiest for you! *Still have questions?* **We do a Q & A Zoom once a month.** **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/)** for our Q & A Zoom. RSVP on that event to get a reminder for the zoom. [Click here for the ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/305233138/)**[MAIN ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/288444641/)[location of this event on Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/305233138/)** RSVP there to post any discussion and to get notice of any comments and discussions. As well as any updates and reminders **We believe in good decent social.** **SOT 2000318-10** **[Click Here to see all our other events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events)**

BASIC NATURAL NAVIGATION, AND ORIENTATION

To attend and for exact location, register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/basic-natural-navigation-35/) What are some of the tried-and-proven methods for navigation that people have used for centuries? We’ll begin with observations of the terrain — shadows, looking at trees, moisture, feeling rocks, insect signs, etc. We’ll learn how to use the stars, the sun, the moon, for navigation, including how to read the natural terrain. These are skills that our grandparents took for granted, but as we rely more and more on technologies, we have forgotten these very basic skills. Yes, you’ll also learn the basics of how to read a map, how to use a compass, how to align the map with a compass, and ways to navigate the terrain with these tools. Since this is a two-hour lunchtime class, we will cover the most basic skills. We’ll do exercises to test your new skills. Bring a notebook. Location sent with registration $65 (Students and seniors, $45) This class can be applied towards Bushcraft Certificate