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  • Come Cheer the Runners… Pride Run 2026

    Crystal Springs Picnic Area 4659 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA

    Join the fun... FoGP will have a tent so come hang with us as we cheer 'em on! Info below. First runners take to the trail at 7:30 AM

  • FoGP is Heading Back to Fern Canyon

    Fern Canyon, Griffith Park Meet at the Griffith Park Merry-go-Round Parking Lot

    While FoGP volunteers did a great job along the pathway in early May, we didn’t address the drainage ditches which have been overwhelmed with invasives including castor bean. So we’re heading back to do more work in this area! Please dress comfortably… old clothes, comfy shoes, plus a hat and sunscreen. If you have gloves, […]

  • FoGP-led Hikes – GP-eX #9

    Mineral Wells Picnic Area Mineral Wells Road

    The Toyon-Folk Garden Loop begins at the Mineral Wells Parking Lot and it's an intermediate hike with a gain of 1,050 feet along the trail. We encourage folks to go to the GP-eX site for further information before this event to learn about the ease/difficulty of the hike. We’ll also have a sign-sheet available for […]

  • Tackling Fern Canyon’s Drainage Ditch Invasives

    Fern Canyon, Griffith Park Meet at the Griffith Park Merry-go-Round Parking Lot

    FoGP is heading back to Fern Canyon to work in the drainage ditches, and eliminate fast-growing invasives. Over the years we've conducted multiple volunteer events in this location, beginning in 2014 when Marshall High students originally placed natives in this area. And our challenge – help natives proliferate as they continue to make inroads, and […]

  • A Slow Hike Introduction to Native Species…

    We're very excited to announce... A biodiversity hotspot stroll with FoGP Board member Cody Porter on why it’s valuable to take your time out on the trails. Practice the art of paying attention... of looking more closely and learn plant identification techniques as you sharpen your observation skills. Bring your natural curiosity, your sketchpads and […]

    Free

  • Once Again, Back to Fern Canyon

    Fern Canyon, Griffith Park Griffith Park Merry-go-Round Parking Lot

    FoGP is heading back to Fern Canyon to continue our work in this lovely, semi-shady Griffith Park spot. Over the years we've conducted multiple volunteer events in this location, beginning in 2014 when Marshall High students placed natives in the area that had been devastated by the 2007 fire. And our challenge – help natives […]

  • Let’s Take a Hike With Jorge Ochoa

    It's been far too long since the last Hike with Jorge... so we're very excited that Jorge is available for this hike. He'll be hiking/talking about the Condor Canyon Fire that destroyed a fair number of acres, and how this area has regenerated over the course of time. We know of course time heals all […]

    Free

  • Earth Day Event at the Bird Sanctuary in Griffith Park

    Bird Sanctuary, Griffith Park 2900 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA, United States

    This Earth Day, FoGP is heading back to the Bird Sanctuary for more... The Bird Sanctuary has a long history as one of the premiere spots to birdwatch in the Park. A brief history of this area can be viewed at A Bird-Friendly Landscape, A Human Refuge Volunteers are always asked to dress comfortably… old […]

  • FoGP-led Hike From Travel Town

    Travel Town 5200 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles

    Due to overwhelming community interest, FoGP is starting a new hiking series which will take place on the last Saturday of each month. This hike will use as reference our GP-eX component (also available to anyone interested) On Saturday, March 28 join FoGP on the Travel Town Loop, GP-eX #5. Please bring water, a decent […]

    Free

  • Come Celebrate Bette Davis Picnic Area

    Bette Davis Picnic Area Intersection of Riverside Drive, Victory Blvd & Sonora Ave.

      • Enjoy birdwatching by the L.A. River with experts • Check out the Miyawaki ‘micro forest’ • Enjoy equestrian demonstrations • Discover historical stories at this often-overlooked area of Griffith Park where Hollywood movie star Bette Davis once resided • Even better... this is a FREE event, so bring the entire family Friends of […]