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SUMMARY:FoGP will be back at the Anza Garden
DESCRIPTION:Dear Park Volunteers… we hope you’re enjoying your summer –  the hot days and the cool\, balmy evenings…\n\nWe’re going back to the Anza Garden which is located at the northeast corner of Crystal Springs Picnic Area. So head into the Crystal Springs area\, turn left into the parking lot\, and head toward the freeway.\n\nWe’ll be pulling weeds\, invasive grasses and other invasive plants\, and then spreading mulch. This mulch helps to slow the return of weeds and it adds nutrients to the soil and reduces evaporation during the warmer months of summer. There’s also a large tree branch that needs to be removed.\n\nWe strongly recommend that you wear closed-toed shoes\, long (lightweight) pants\, a hat\, and sunscreen.  We’ll supply hand tools\, trash bags for weeds\, work gloves\, water\, and cups.  If you have your own work gloves and a water container\, we suggest you bring them.\n\nAnd\, If you’ve not already completed and submitted one of our Volunteer Agreement forms\, you’ll need to do so before you’re allowed to work in the park per LA Rec and Parks. Please complete the form\, scan it\, and email it back to rossarnold1213@gmail.com\, or bring the completed form to your first project. If you’ve completed this form already\, you will only need to sign in when you arrive at the worksite.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you at the event!\n\nRoss Arnold\, FoGP Volunteer Coordinator
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/fogp-will-be-back-at-the-anza-garden/
LOCATION:Anza Native Garden\, 4659 Crystal Springs Road\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Join CD-4 for a Sunset Hike in Griffith Park
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Charlie Turner Trailhead / rsvp to QR code on flyer or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/griffith-park-sunset-hike-tickets-1462240543829?aff
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/join-cd-4-for-a-sunset-hike-in-griffith-park/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T200000
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SUMMARY:Summer Science Series at the Los Feliz Branch Library
DESCRIPTION:FoGP is excited to announce that on Thursday\, July 17: Bat Vardeh\, Founder of Foraging and Mushroom Hunting Women of SoCal\, will be talking about Summertime Mushroom Hunting in Southern California and will explain the amazing life of fungi that is constantly growing and thriving. \nBat’s enthusiasm for all plant-based things can be found in her philosophy “Plants are a reminder that everything needs to grow and change and develop — even us.” \nWe hope you’ll be able to join us for a delightful evening with Bat Vardeh.
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/summer-science-series-at-the-los-feliz-branch-library/
LOCATION:LA Public Library\, Los Feliz Branch\, 1874 Hillhurst Avenue\, Los Angeles\, 90027
CATEGORIES:Community Science Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T110000
DTSTAMP:20250707T171448Z
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SUMMARY:July’s Fern Dell Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, July 12th\, we’ll be working across the street from Trails Café in the native garden. During these summer months\, FoGP volunteers provide maintenance to native planted areas to ensure they get the necessary tools to survive – including removal of weeds and distribution of mulch which better holds the moisture. \nHowever\, keep in mind – on the weekends\, parking in the Park is always a challenge; therefore if there’s no street parking\, please check for a space at Parking Lot #9\, located to the north of Trails Café. \n\n\nFoGP supplies hand tools\, work gloves\, and water\, but if you have your own work gloves and or water container\, we urge you to bring these items with you. Please wear closed-toed shoes or boots\, long pants\, bring a hat\, and make sure you slather on the sunscreen. Also\, LA RAP requires FoGP to have a signed Volunteer Agreement form for everyone working in the Park. Download and either return in person or email to Ross Arnold rossarnold1213@gmail.com.\n\nAnd if you can’t make this event\, but would like to stay in touch with the organization\, like us on Facebook\, and/or bookmark our website.
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/julys-fern-dell-volunteer-event-2/
LOCATION:Trails Café\, 2333 Fern Dell Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90068
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20250619T041403Z
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SUMMARY:GPAB – Thursday\, June 26
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nALEX CROW- CHAIR • ALEX PHILLIPS- VICE-CHAIR • JANE CARLSON- SECRETARY\nAARON CHUNG    JASON GREENWALD    BILLY GRIFFIN    AMY GUSTINIC    T. HAGANS    CRISTIAN HAMILTON    CHRIS LAIB    SARAH LANN \nNOTICE TO PAID REPRESENTATIVES- IF YOU ARE COMPENSATED TO MONITOR\, ATTEND\, OR SPEAK AT THIS MEETING\, CITY LAW MAY REQUIRE you TO REGISTER AS A LOBBYIST AND REPORT YOUR ACTIVITY. SEE LOS ANGELES MUNICIPAL CODE 48.01 ET SEQ\, MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE AT ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. FOR ASSISTANCE\, PLEASE CONTACT THE ETHICS COMMISSION AT (213) 978-1960 OR ethics.commission@lacity.org. \nMISSION: The Department of Recreation and Parks enhances the quality of life in Los Angeles by providing attractive\, safe and well maintained parks with diverse opportunities to serve and enrich every community.\nVISION: The Department of Recreation and Parks envisions an accessible\, dynamic and sustainable park system for all Los Angeles residents and visitors to play\, enjoy and build community. \nPublic Comment: Comments from the public on Agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered. Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the Agenda that are within the Board’s subject matter jurisdiction will be heard during the Public Comment period. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker\, unless waived by the presiding officer of the Board. Agenda is posted for public review here and at the posting location as required by law. Griffith Park Visitor Center Auditorium\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. Los Angeles\, CA 90027 \nADA: As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act\, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of a disability and upon request\, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs\, services and activities. Sign language interpreters\, assistive listening devices\, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request.\nTo ensure availability of services\, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting you wish to attend by contacting Tracy James at (323) 661-9465. \nCALL TO ORDER\nRoll Call\, board announcements\nIntroduction of new members \nAPPROVAL OF MINUTES \nSPECIAL GUESTS\nComments from other City\, County\, State & Federal representatives in attendance \nGENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT\nMembers of the public who wish to comment on matters NOT listed on the agenda and are under the jurisdiction of the Board. \nINFORMATION REPORTS AND PRESENTATION\nUpdate from CD4 representative. Non-motion item\nCity Council Fire Motion\nBridge Home Lease Extension\nAdult Community Center\nReport from Haunted Hayride representative. Non-motion item\nDiscussion of summer meeting schedule. Possible motion item \nSUPERINTENDENT UPDATES \nBrush Clearance\nGriffith Park Visitor Center\nPony Rides \nCOMMITTEE AND AD HOC REPORTS\nGriffith Park Visitor Center\nVision for Griffith Park\nExecutive Committee\n\nBOARD BUSINESS\nComments from Board Members on matters within the Board’s jurisdiction and requests by members to schedule specific future agenda items. \nADJOURNMENT: Next meeting – Next meeting: Thursday\, July 24\, 2025
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/gpab-thurs-june-26/
LOCATION:Griffith Park Visitor Center\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:GPAB Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T230000
DTSTAMP:20250529T203002Z
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SUMMARY:Back to Fern Canyon for More Maintenance...
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Griffith Park will be holding its next conservation event Saturday\, June 7th.\n\nWe’re meeting at the Merry-go-round Parking Lot entrance and walking up to the catch basins at the bottom of Fern Canyon. We’ll be removing invasive plants that tend to overwhelm disturbed areas (and these catch basins are definitely disturbed).\n\nAs usual\, we strongly recommend wearing close-toed shoes or hiking boots\, long pants\, sunscreen\, and a hat.  We supply the hand tools\, plastic bags\, work gloves\, and water\, but if you have your own pair of gloves\, we encourage you to bring them. Same with water containers – bring them if you have them.\n\nIf you have not completed one of our Volunteer Agreement forms\, you will need to complete one before you volunteer in the Park. Please complete the form\, scan it\, and email back to rossarnold1213@gmail.com. If you’ve already completed / submitted a form in the past\, just sign-in when you arrive at the meeting spot.\n\nAlso\, If you’re interested in organizing a project in the Park for your organization\, club\, company\, or group\, please reach out at Volunteer page on our website – someone will contact you. If you’re available during the week and would like to pitch in\, we have a small group going out on Wednesdays to remove invasive plants in the Park. This group works from 8:00 to 10:00 AM.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you on Saturday\, June 7th!\n\n\n(one of our previous invasive removals carted out a large amount of the castor bean)\n 
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/back-to-fern-canyon-for-more-maintenance/
LOCATION:Fern Canyon\, Griffith Park\, Griffith Park Merry-go-Round Parking Lot
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T110000
DTSTAMP:20250513T025551Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Hike With Mike
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled that historian Mike Eberts (Centennial History of Griffith Park) will be leading a small group (max 30) to give participants a glimpse into Griffith Park’s past in the Travel Town plot that’s seen a great many iterations over the decades. \nJoin us and learn about the Japanese Internment Camp\, the history of Forest Lawn\, the ever-present freeways slicing up the landscape and\, much more! *Please Note: we’ll be traversing some steep hills on this hike which is about 3 miles roundtrip. We highly recommend that participants wear sturdy shoes\, bring water and your natural curiosity. \nPreference goes to FoGP members. Space is limited. Reserve your space now! \nLocation will be given out prior to this Hike With Mike event.
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/lets-hike-with-mike/
LOCATION:Travel Town\, 5200 Zoo Drive\, Los Angeles\, 90027
CATEGORIES:HIKE WITH MIKE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20250417T161443Z
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SUMMARY:Native Bumblebee Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a hands-on Community Science Experience – finding and categorizing California native bumblebees? Friends of Griffith Park will be hosting a Bumblebee Workshop introduction to the Bumble Bee Atlas\, followed by a field outing in Griffith Park on Saturday\, May 3rd from 10 AM to 1 PM. \nThe workshop will be facilitated by Kristy L. Brauch\, Founder of Cynergetic Learning Lab\, a Certified California Naturalist with UC ANR\, and a Certified Steward with Pollinator Partnership. \nThe first half of the workshop is dedicated to learning Bumblebee ecology and identification. While the second half is an all-inclusive demonstration — participants that complete the advance free training/quiz can join in the hands-on experience. This quiz demonstrates that you understand standardized protocol\, how to protect bees and other sensitive natural resources from harm. (btw\, the training is easy and you can do it at home! FIRST… “FIRST…WATCH THE VIDEO\, THEN TAKE THE QUIZ. WE WOULD PREFER ALL ATTENDEES WHO RSVP FOR THE EVENT BE LISTED ON THE PERMIT SO THEY CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE FIELD WORK! \n 
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/native-bumblebee-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Science Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20250429T224532Z
CREATED:20250429T224123Z
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SUMMARY:We're Heading Back to Fern Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Hooray for the rains… they help replenish our aquifers and in the spring\, waters flow more easily down the streambeds. \nThey also remind us of the old saying… April showers bring many more May flowers\, so we have something to look forward to come spring! \nThat said\, we’ll be meeting at the entrance of the first Merry-go-round Parking Lot. We’ll walk up into Fern Canyon to remove weeds and invasive plants\, and do some maintenance/repair along the trail. \nAs per RAP\, everyone needs to complete one of our Volunteer Agreement Forms or have one on file. \nWe highly suggest that folks wear long pants\, closed-toed shoes\, and bring a hat. If you have some fab gloves\, please bring\, but we do provide.\nWe also urge you to wear sunscreen\, and if you have a water bottle\, bring it.
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/were-heading-back-to-fern-canyon/
LOCATION:Fern Canyon\, Griffith Park\, Griffith Park Merry-go-Round Parking Lot
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T110000
DTSTAMP:20250404T004340Z
CREATED:20250317T224742Z
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SUMMARY:Save the Date – EARTH DAY 2025
DESCRIPTION:FoGP will be partnering with LA Recreation and Parks (RAP)\nand CD 4’s Nithya Raman for a native planting at the GP Visitor Center. \nEarth Day is very special… this embrace of the environment  began on April 22\, 1970 when approximately 20 million Americans came out to attend volunteer events across the country. \nAnd while the movement continues\, it’s become even more important to acknowledge the need for protecting Mother Earth\, especially during the times when climate denial is so prevalent in the US. \nfor more information on the importance of Earth Day\, go to…\nhttps://www.loc.gov/item/today-in-history/april-22/
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/save-the-date-earth-day-2025-details-coming-soon/
LOCATION:Griffith Park Visitor Center\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250413T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250413T103000
DTSTAMP:20250404T151458Z
CREATED:20250404T001722Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Take a Hike With Jorge Ochoa
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe’re heading out on another excursion with Jorge Ochoa and if you’ve ever taken any hikes with him\, you know he really delves into the inner workings of this Park. \nAs one of FoGP’s Advisory Board members\, Jorge will spend a few hours exploring and discussing the vast number of native plants that can be found in Griffith Park. And as we wander along these trails\, questions (and answers) will arise… But the real question is… what discoveries will capture our imagination? \nAs an associate professor of horticulture at Long Beach City College\, Jorge’s enthusiasm for all things plants will captivate you… so you’re in for a treat when you join us! \nMEETUP INFORMATION WILL BE SENT PRIOR TO DATE!
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/lets-take-a-hike-with-jorge-ochoa/
CATEGORIES:Hike With Jorge
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T110000
DTSTAMP:20250217T182248Z
CREATED:20250215T211505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T182248Z
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SUMMARY:Back to Fern Dell
DESCRIPTION:Spring is the time for maintenance – so we’re heading back to the Fern Dell area\, continuing to clean fallen branches and other storm debris. Once we get more rain (hopefully soon)\, we’ll conduct another volunteer effort – placing plants and mulch in the same area. Look for our signage – we’ll be across the street from Trails Café. \nOf course we provide tools and gloves\, but if you have a favorite well-worn pair\, please feel free to bring them. We urge you to always wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting REALLY DIRTY and don a hat and sunscreen as this IS California. \nRoll up your sleeves for a few hours of fun with friends. What could be better afterward than grabbing a coffee and a tasty snake at Trails? It’s the best way to start your weekend. \nSat.\, March 8 / 8:30-11AM (across from Trails Cafe)\nBTW… we’re required by RAP to have volunteer agreement forms on hand for everyone working in the Park. If you haven’t filled one out\, please do it today and send to FoGP Volunteer Coordinator Ross Arnold… ross@friendsofgriffithpark.org. \nHope to see you out in the Park!
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/back-to-fern-dell/
LOCATION:Trails Café\, 2333 Fern Dell Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90068
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T200000
DTSTAMP:20250619T042208Z
CREATED:20250226T002245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T042208Z
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SUMMARY:GPAB Meeting – Feb 27\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nALEX CROW- CHAIR • ALEX PHILLIPS- VICE-CHAIR • JANE CARLSON- SECRETARY\nAARON CHUNG    JASON GREENWALD    AMY GUSTINIC    T. HAGANS    CRISTIAN HAMILTON    CHRIS LAIB    SARAH LANN \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE TO PAID REPRESENTATIVES- IF YOU ARE COMPENSATED TO MONITOR\, ATTEND\, OR SPEAK AT THIS MEETING\, CITY LAW MAY REQUIRE you TO REGISTER AS A LOBBYIST AND REPORT YOUR ACTIVITY. SEE LOS ANGELES MUNICIPAL CODE 48.01 ET SEQ\, MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE AT ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. FOR ASSISTANCE\, PLEASE CONTACT THE ETHICS COMMISSION AT (213) 978-1960 OR ethics.commission@lacity.org. \nMISSION: The Department of Recreation and Parks enhances the quality of life in Los Angeles by providing attractive\, safe and well maintained parks with diverse opportunities to serve and enrich every community.\nVISION: The Department of Recreation and Parks envisions an accessible\, dynamic and sustainable park system for all Los Angeles residents and visitors to play\, enjoy and build community. \nPublic Comment: Comments from the public on Agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered. Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the Agenda that are within the Board’s subject matter jurisdiction will be heard during the Public Comment period. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker\, unless waived by the presiding officer of the Board. Agenda is posted for public review here and at the posting location as required by law. Griffith Park Visitor Center Auditorium\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. Los Angeles\, CA 90027 \nADA: As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act\, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of a disability and upon request\, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs\, services and activities. Sign language interpreters\, assistive listening devices\, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request.\nTo ensure availability of services\, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting you wish to attend by contacting Tracy James at (323) 661-9465. \nCALL TO ORDER\nRoll Call\, board announcements\nIntroduction of new members \nAPPROVAL OF MINUTES \nSPECIAL GUESTS\nComments from other City\, County\, State & Federal representatives in attendance \nGENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT\nMembers of the public who wish to comment on matters NOT listed on the agenda and are under the jurisdiction of the Board. \nINFORMATION REPORTS AND PRESENTATION \n\nCraig Raines and Gongying Pu\, RAP Landscape Architects\, presenting Measure A project\, a multi-accessible travel/bike path connecting an existing external path to the park and Riverside Dr. Informational report only\, non-motion item.\nRAP Representative – Parking Revenue update.\nChris Laib – Vision for Griffith Park\, continuing discussion on A Vision for Griffith Park.\nInformational report only\, non-motion item.\nJason Greenwald- Hollywood Sign Working Group\, updates.\nInformational report only\, non-motion item.\nStefanie Smith and Tracy James\, RAP – Update on Visitor’s Center.\nPossible motion item to form ad hoc.\nFire Safety Ad Hoc – Update from GPAB’s recently formed ad hoc team regarding fire safety.\nPossible motion item.\n\nSUPERINTENDENT UPDATES \n\nJazz Festival\nGriffith Park Active Transportation Plan\nPerforming Arts Stage\n\nCOMMITTEE AND AD HOC REPORTS\nExecutive Committee\n\nBOARD BUSINESS\nComments from Board Members on matters within the Board’s jurisdiction and requests by members to schedule specific future agenda items. \nADJOURNMENT: Next meeting – Next meeting: Thursday\, February 27\, 2025
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/gpab-meeting-feb-27-2025/
LOCATION:Griffith Park Friendship Auditorium\, 3201 Riverside Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:GPAB Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T103000
DTSTAMP:20250217T200937Z
CREATED:20250217T012133Z
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SUMMARY:FoGP's First Mushroom Hike of 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nFoGP is excited to announce our first Mushroom Hike of the new year! Because of recent rains\, mushrooms are beginning to pop up all over Griffith Park! \nAnd once again FoGP is enlisting the talents of mushroom expert Bat Vardeh\, Founder of Foraging and Mushroom Hunting Women of SoCal\, to lead us into the wonderful world of fungi. \nWe’ll be heading out early so you must show up by 8AM SHARP on Sun.\, Feb. 23! Otherwise\, you’ll be left behind. \nSince there are limited spaces available\, be sure to sign up now. You’ll be given directions on where to meet after signing up. If you’re unable to make this hike\, there will be another mushroom walk in Mid-March so make sure to check back on our website calendar events. \n(BTW… we NEVER forage edible mushrooms; this is a purely-educational\, casual walk.) \n 
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/fogps-first-mushroom-hike-of-2025/
CATEGORIES:Mushroom Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250208T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250208T110000
DTSTAMP:20250204T221935Z
CREATED:20250103T220733Z
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SUMMARY:FoGP Volunteers Will be Back in the Greek Theatre area
DESCRIPTION:  \nOn Sat.\, Feb. 8\, Friends of Griffith Park is heading back to the area across from the Greek Theatre… a perfect spot as we continue to help this Parkland. \nOf course we´ll provide tools and gloves\, but if you have a favorite well-worn pair\, please feel free to bring them. We urge you to always wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting REALLY DIRTY and don a hat and sunscreen as this IS California. \nIf you’ve volunteered with us in the past\, you know Rec and Parks requires a volunteer agreement from all participants so if you haven’t filled one out yet\, please do so and send along to ross@friendsofgriffithpark.org. We´ll also have a few agreements available at the event (just in case). \nHope to see you out at the event… Park at the Greek Theatre and don’t forget to cross to the site (LOOK FOR OUR SIGNAGE!) If you can’t make this event\, please make plans for future events. \nDon’t forget to check back for upcoming events!
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/next-up-fogp-volunteers-are-returning-to-fern-dell/
LOCATION:Greek Theatre\, 2700 N Vermont Ave.\, Los Angeles\, 90027
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250206T200000
DTSTAMP:20250204T223843Z
CREATED:20250204T223843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T223843Z
UID:340826-1738866600-1738872000@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:GPAB Special Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO RECENT FIRES IN LOS ANGELES AND GRIFFITH PARK CLOSURES\, THE REGULARLY-SCHEDULED MEETING FOR JANUARY WAS CANCELLED.\nTHIS IS A SPECIAL MEETING TO ADDRESS PUBLIC CONCERNS. \n  \n \nALEX CROW- CHAIR • ALEX PHILLIPS- VICE-CHAIR • JANE CARLSON- SECRETARY\nAARON CHUNG  JASON GREENWALD  AMY GUSTINIC  T. HAGANS  CHRIS LAIB \nNOTICE TO PAID REPRESENTATIVES- IF YOU ARE COMPENSATED TO MONITOR\, ATTEND\, OR SPEAK AT THIS MEETING\, CITY LAW MAY REQUIRE you TO REGISTER AS A LOBBYIST AND REPORT YOUR ACTIVITY. SEE LOS ANGELES MUNICIPAL CODE 48.01 ET SEQ\, MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE AT ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. FOR ASSISTANCE\, PLEASE CONTACT THE ETHICS COMMISSION AT (213) 978-1960 OR ethics.commission@lacity.org. \nMISSION: The Department of Recreation and Parks enhances the quality of life in Los Angeles by providing attractive\, safe and well maintained parks with diverse opportunities to serve and enrich every community.\nVISION: The Department of Recreation and Parks envisions an accessible\, dynamic and sustainable park system for all Los Angeles residents and visitors to play\, enjoy and build community. \nPublic Comment: Comments from the public on Agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered. Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the Agenda that are within the Board’s subject matter jurisdiction will be heard during the Public Comment period. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker\, unless waived by the presiding officer of the Board. Agenda is posted for public review here and at the posting location as required by law. Griffith Park Visitor Center Auditorium\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. Los Angeles\, CA 90027 \nADA: As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act\, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of a disability and upon request\, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs\, services and activities. Sign language interpreters\, assistive listening devices\, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request.\nTo ensure availability of services\, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting you wish to attend by contacting Tracy James at (323) 661-9465. \nCALL TO ORDER\nRoll Call\, board announcements \nAPPROVAL OF MINUTES \nSPECIAL GUESTS\nComments from other City\, County\, State & Federal representatives in attendance \nGENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT\nMembers of the public who wish to comment on matters NOT listed on the agenda and are under the jurisdiction of the Board. \nINFORMATION REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS\n• Council District 4 – report on Council File: 25-0006-S35 and efforts for fire safety moving forward — joined by various park and city agencies to discuss wildfire response and future prevention\n• Reports on fire mitigation and fire prevention from various park and city agency representatives\, possible motion item and ad hoc \nSUPERINTENDENT UPDATES \nCOMMITTEE AND AD HOC REPORTS\nExecutive Committee\n\nBOARD BUSINESS\nComments from Board Members on matters within the Board’s jurisdiction and requests by members to schedule specific future agenda items. \nADJOURNMENT: Next meeting – Next meeting: Thursday\, February 27\, 2025
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/gpab-special-meeting/
LOCATION:Griffith Park Friendship Auditorium\, 3201 Riverside Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:GPAB Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250202T120000
DTSTAMP:20250114T204142Z
CREATED:20250114T204142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T204142Z
UID:340691-1738490400-1738497600@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:L.A. Raptor Study Volunteer In-person Training
DESCRIPTION:New volunteers for the 2025 LA Raptor Study must attend one of these in-person field training sessions.\nThe second session will take place at the Sepulveda Basin\, and only those who’ve signed up / submitted an application will be notified of the location. \nIf you have questions\, please reach out via email: raptors@friendsofgriffithpark.org
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/l-a-raptor-study-volunteer-in-person-training/
CATEGORIES:Raptor Study Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250201T120000
DTSTAMP:20250114T204215Z
CREATED:20250114T203723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T204215Z
UID:340689-1738404000-1738411200@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:L.A. Raptor Study In-Person Training
DESCRIPTION:New volunteers for the 2025 LA Raptor Study must attend one of these in-person field training sessions.\nThe first session will take place in Griffith Park\, and only those who’ve signed up / submitted an application will be notified of the location. \nIf you have questions\, please reach out via email: raptors@friendsofgriffithpark.org
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/l-a-raptor-study-in-person-training/
CATEGORIES:Raptor Study Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250130T203000
DTSTAMP:20250114T204255Z
CREATED:20250114T203200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T204255Z
UID:340687-1738263600-1738269000@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:Last Call for 2025  L.A. Raptor Study Volunteers!
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training is geared primarily toward LA Raptor Study’s NEW VOLUNTEERS although RETURNING VOLUNTEERS are welcome to join.\nAll new volunteers are also required to complete an online application.\nZOOM info will be sent to all volunteers who sign up! \nAdditiionally\, there are two field training sessions available and ALL new volunteers are required to attend one of these sessions.\nSat. Feb. 1\, 2025 / 10 AM @ Griffith Park • Sun.\, Feb. 2 / 10 AM @ Sepulveda Basin\n(details will be sent to volunteers who submit applications) \nIf you have questions\, please reach out via email: raptors@friendsofgriffithpark.org
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/last-call-for-2025-l-a-raptor-study-volunteers/
CATEGORIES:Raptor Study Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T110000
DTSTAMP:20250116T223531Z
CREATED:20250116T223531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T223531Z
UID:340744-1737793800-1737802800@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:Rescheduled Greek Theatre Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nOn Sat.\, Jan. 25\, Friends of Griffith Park is heading back to the area across from the Greek Theatre… a perfect beginning to a new year as we continue to help this Park. This event was originally scheduled for Jan. 18 – unfortunately RAP maintenance was unable to assist with providing mulch due to the recent fire at Runyon Canyon… so hope folks can join this event! \nOf course we´ll provide tools and gloves\, but if you have a favorite well-worn pair\, please feel free to bring them. We urge you to always wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting REALLY DIRTY and don a hat and sunscreen as this IS California. \nIf you’ve volunteered with us in the past\, you know Rec and Parks requires volunteer agreements\, so if you haven’t filled one out yet\, please do so and send along to Ross. We´ll also have a few agreements available at the event (just in case). \nHope to see you out at the event… Park at the Greek Theatre and don’t forget to cross to the site (LOOK FOR OUR SIGNAGE!) If you can’t make this event\, please make plans for future events. \nLOOK FOR OUR UPCOMING EVENT: Sat.\, Feb. 8 in Fern Dell (same bat-time…)
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/rescheduled-greek-theatre-event/
LOCATION:Greek Theatre\, 2700 N Vermont Ave.\, Los Angeles\, 90027
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T200000
DTSTAMP:20250118T043141Z
CREATED:20250118T043141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T043141Z
UID:340768-1737657000-1737662400@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:GPAB Meeting – Thursday\, Jan. 23\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:ALEX CROW- CHAIR • ALEX PHILLIPS- VICE-CHAIR • JANE CARLSON- SECRETARY\nAARON CHUNG  JASON GREENWALD  AMY GUSTINIC  T. HAGANS  CHRIS LAIB \nNOTICE TO PAID REPRESENTATIVES- IF YOU ARE COMPENSATED TO MONITOR\, ATTEND\, OR SPEAK AT THIS MEETING\, CITY LAW MAY REQUIRE you TO REGISTER AS A LOBBYIST AND REPORT YOUR ACTIVITY. SEE LOS ANGELES MUNICIPAL CODE 48.01 ET SEQ\, MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE AT ethics.lacity.org/lobbying. FOR ASSISTANCE\, PLEASE CONTACT THE ETHICS COMMISSION AT (213) 978-1960 OR ethics.commission@lacity.org. \nMISSION: The Department of Recreation and Parks enhances the quality of life in Los Angeles by providing attractive\, safe and well maintained parks with diverse opportunities to serve and enrich every community.\nVISION: The Department of Recreation and Parks envisions an accessible\, dynamic and sustainable park system for all Los Angeles residents and visitors to play\, enjoy and build community. \nPublic Comment: Comments from the public on Agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered. Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the Agenda that are within the Board’s subject matter jurisdiction will be heard during the Public Comment period. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker\, unless waived by the presiding officer of the Board. Agenda is posted for public review here and at the posting location as required by law. Griffith Park Visitor Center Auditorium\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. Los Angeles\, CA 90027 \nADA: As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act\, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of a disability and upon request\, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs\, services and activities. Sign language interpreters\, assistive listening devices\, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability of services\, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting you wish to attend by contacting Tracy James at (323) 661-9465. \nCALL TO ORDER\nRoll Call\, board announcements \nAPPROVAL OF MINUTES \nSPECIAL GUESTS\nComments from other City\, County\, State & Federal representatives in attendance \nGENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT\nMembers of the public who wish to comment on matters NOT listed on the agenda and are under the jurisdiction of the Board. \nINFORMATION REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS\n• Craig Raines and Gongying Pu \, RAP Landscape Architects\, presenting Measure A project\, a multi-use accessible travel/bike path connecting an existing external path to the park and Riverside Dr. Informational report only\, non-motion item\n• Park Ranger report on fire mitigation (brush clearance) and fire prevention protocols (how have we responded in the past)\, informational report\, possible motion item and ad hoc\n• Chris Laib – Vision for Griffith Park\, continuing discussion on A Vision for Griffith Park. Informational report only\, non-motion item\n• Jason Greenwald- Hollywood Sign Working Group\, updates\, informational only\, non-motion item\n• Update on Visitor’s Center – possible motion item to form ad hoc \nSUPERINTENDENT UPDATES\nJazz Festival\nNew members joining in February \nCOMMITTEE AND AD HOC REPORTS\nExecutive Committee\n\nBOARD BUSINESS\nComments from Board Members on matters within the Board’s jurisdiction and requests by members to schedule specific future agenda items. \nADJOURNMENT: Next meeting – Next meeting: Thursday\, February 27\, 2025
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/gpab-meeting-thursday-jan-23-2025/
LOCATION:Griffith Park Visitor Center\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:GPAB Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T110000
DTSTAMP:20250116T230217Z
CREATED:20250116T230217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T230217Z
UID:340754-1737363600-1737370800@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:HONORING MLK DAY!
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAs folks know… Martin Luther King Day is a day set aside to honor and celebrate the life and works of this civil rights icon.\n\nFoGP volunteers will spend the morning raking leaves and gathering branches along trails\, courtesy of the last big windstorms. \nWe’ll meet across the street from Trails Café (LOOK FOR OUR SIGNAGE) \nIf you’re interested in joining in\, we request several things… we´ll provide tools and gloves\, but if you have a favorite well-worn pair\, please bring them. We urge you to always wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting REALLY DIRTY and don a hat and sunscreen as this IS California. Ross will provide water and paper cups and folks are always welcome to bring their water bottle and fill up. \nIf you’ve volunteered with us in the past\, you know Rec and Parks requires volunteer agreements\, so if you haven’t filled one out yet\, please do so and send along to Ross. We´ll also have a few agreements available at the event (just in case). \nWhile there is some parking along the street\, if you cannot find parking\, drive to Parking Lot #9 (to the north). \nHope to see you at this event… If you can’t make it\, please make plans for future events. \nLOOK FOR OUR UPCOMING EVENT: Sat.\, Feb. 8 in Fern Dell (same bat-time…)
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/honoring-mlk-day/
LOCATION:Fern Dell\, Griffith Park\, Section 9 Parking Lot (top of Fern Dell)
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T110000
DTSTAMP:20250117T001039Z
CREATED:20250103T002253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T001039Z
UID:340663-1737189000-1737198000@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:Welcome to 2025 – This Event has Been Rescheduled for Jan. 25
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED\nUNTIL JAN. 25 DUE TO RECENT FIRE IN RUNYON CANYON!\n \n 
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/welcome-to-2025-now-its-time-to-roll-up-our-volunteer-sleeves/
LOCATION:Greek Theatre\, 2700 N Vermont Ave.\, Los Angeles\, 90027
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T180000
DTSTAMP:20241205T195221Z
CREATED:20241024T180931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T195221Z
UID:340531-1733655600-1733680800@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:Mark Your Calendar... Join FoGP at the Holiday Festival on Sunday\, Dec 8!
DESCRIPTION:Hope you can join Friends of Griffith Park for this fabulous community event… And make sure to bring family and friends as this Holiday Festival has lots to do and see… \nLOOK FOR THE FoGP BOOTH #48\nShawn Sites with GP-eX will also be on hand to answer any questions about the new trails addition to our website! \nThere will be music galore from local bands…  plus…\nSanta’s Photo Booth:\nSanta will be available for photos from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM\, hosted by Riley Real Estate.\nRelaxation Area:\nA designated space with tables and chairs will be available for attendees to relax and enjoy takeout from local restaurants.\nThink Tank Truck:\nA mobile STEM activity station for kids\, located near the relaxation area.\nGift Wrapping Station:\nBooths 25 & 26 (Girl Scouts) will host a gift-wrapping station.\nPorta-Potties & Handwashing Stations:\nStrategically placed for your convenience. \n 
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/mark-your-calendar/
LOCATION:LA Public Library\, Los Feliz Branch\, 1874 Hillhurst Avenue\, Los Angeles\, 90027
CATEGORIES:Meetup
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241207T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241207T110000
DTSTAMP:20241202T231103Z
CREATED:20241202T231103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T231103Z
UID:340625-1733560200-1733569200@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:FoGP Volunteers are again heading back to Fern Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Fern Canyon is one of our very special volunteer projects because this was one of the areas decimated by the 2007 fire that swept through Griffith Park. FoGP continues to help the healing process by occasionally going in and eliminating invasive plants (castor bean comes to mind) to help natives gain ground. If you’ve never hiked or visited this spot\, now’s your opportunity to discover this lush canyon. \nAs usual\, we´ll provide tools and gloves\, but if you have a favorite pair you love\, please feel free to bring them. We urge you to always wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting REALLY DIRTY! \nIf you’ve volunteered with us in the past\, you know Rec and Parks requires volunteer agreements\, so if you haven’t filled one out\, please do so and send along to Ross. We´ll also have a few agreements available at the event just in case.
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/fogp-volunteers-are-again-heading-back-to-fern-canyon/
LOCATION:Fern Canyon\, Griffith Park  Meet at the Griffith Park Merry-go-Round Parking Lot
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T163000
DTSTAMP:20241114T205331Z
CREATED:20241114T205331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T205331Z
UID:340552-1731767400-1731774600@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:The Visitor Center Mural Unveiling – Sat.\, Nov. 16
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe hope you’ll join Studio Tutto artists and FoGP at this very special mural unveiling that’s been in the works for several years now.\nThe two artists will be on hand to answer questions about their vision\, the process and sprinkling of native seeds. \nLight refreshments will follow.
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/the-visitor-center-mural-unveiling-sat-nov-16/
LOCATION:Griffith Park Visitor Center\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Invitation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T110000
DTSTAMP:20241108T175615Z
CREATED:20241108T175615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T175615Z
UID:340538-1731745800-1731754800@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:FoGP is heading back in Fern Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Fern Canyon is one of our special volunteer projects because this was one of the areas completely decimated by the 2007 fire that swept through Griffith Park. Years later\, Marshall High students came to Fern Canyon and placed natives to help the area regrow. FoGP continues to help the process by occasionally going in and eliminating invasive plants to help natives gain ground. BTW\, this area is adjacent to one of many canyon-fed stream beds throughout the Park. If you’ve never hiked or visited this spot\, now’s your opportunity to discover this lush canyon. \nAs usual\, we´ll provide tools and gloves\, but if you have a favorite pair you love\, please feel free to bring them. We urge you to always wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting REALLY DIRTY! \nIf you’ve volunteered with us in the past\, you know Rec and Parks requires volunteer agreements\, so if you haven’t filled one out\, please do so and send along to Ross. We´ll also have a few agreements available at the event just in case.
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/fogp-is-heading-back-in-fern-canyon/
LOCATION:Fern Canyon\, Griffith Park\, Griffith Park Merry-go-Round Parking Lot
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T153000
DTSTAMP:20241006T190714Z
CREATED:20240715T180905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T190714Z
UID:339422-1729335600-1729351800@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:Save the Date – P-22 Day is Coming!
DESCRIPTION:On October 19\, 2024 from 11AM – 3:30PM\nHope you can join FoGP as we continue to celebrate the impacts of Griffith Park’s resident puma\, P-22!\nMore info can be accessed at urbanwildlifeweek.org
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/save-the-date-p-22-day-is-coming-2/
LOCATION:Park Center\, Griffith Park\, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr.\, Los Angeles\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Save The Date
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T110000
DTSTAMP:20240827T192850Z
CREATED:20240605T042236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T192850Z
UID:339229-1727512200-1727521200@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day is Coming – and You’re Invited!
DESCRIPTION:We’re celebrating National Public Lands Day by removing Castor Bean (Ricinus communis) and Indian Tobacco (Lobelia inflata) from the trail near the Tregnan Golf Academy. Park in the Train/Pony Rides Parking Lot and then walk across the street to the picnic table where FoGP will have a Welcome Table set-up. Before anyone may volunteer in Griffith Park\, they must first complete a Volunteer Agreement which will also be available at the table\, if you have not already completed this form. You will be able to sign-in and receive safety instruction and directions to the site. After brief remarks about the project\, we’ll head up the Cadman Trail next to the Golf Academy and divide into small groups to tackle the invasive plants. Invasive plants will be cut down\, with seed pods carefully cut off and bagged. These cut plants will be hauled off by Maintenance Division of the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. The seed pods will be placed into trash cans. We’re focusing our efforts on several acres! \nWe strongly recommend that everyone wear closed-toed shoes or boots\, long pants\, a hat\, and sunscreen.  We always supply work gloves and water\, but if you have your own gloves and water container\, please bring them. We will have a limited amount of pruning tools so if you have gardening pruning tools such as hand pruners\, loppers\, tree limb saws\, bow saws\, and or pole pruners\, we ask that you please bring them. \nIf we get sufficient numbers of folks volunteering on this day\, we should be able to remove all invasives in the lower area\, and we may be able to move higher up the trail to other areas of invasive plants. \nHope to see you out in the Park for this event! \nCheck out the NEEF website for more information about this\, and other events… https://www.neefusa.org/news/registration-national-public-lands-day-2024-volunteer-events-now-open
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/national-public-lands-day-is-coming/
LOCATION:Griffith Park & Southern Railroad\, 4400 Crystal Springs Dr.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T203000
DTSTAMP:20240917T175414Z
CREATED:20240917T003725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T175414Z
UID:340283-1727377200-1727382600@friendsofgriffithpark.org
SUMMARY:Results From the 2024 LA Raptor Study
DESCRIPTION:The 8th L.A. Raptor Study from Daniel S. Cooper\, Nurit Katz & team is currently being compiled in anticipation of the upcoming ZOOM call sharing study results. \nOver eight years of this study\, hundreds of raptor territories have been documented and the study has greatly informed our understanding of how nesting raptors utilize the urban landscape. We’re proud to announce this 2024 dataset is again possible thanks to trained/dedicated community scientists from across the social spectrum who record the data from nests in Griffith Park and surrounding natural areas\, from trees along urban roadways\, and finally\, in residential yards. \n\nSome questions which will be addressed – which species had the most nests and in what tree species?\nWhich species returns to the same nests year after year?\nHow many successful nests were observed in 2024?\n\nDon’t forget to tune in to find the answers to these and other questions! \nPlease register for the ZOOM webinar at https://ucla.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aB2ZXOrRT-eE5XYqD82jPQ
URL:https://friendsofgriffithpark.org/event/results-from-the-2024-la-raptor-study/
CATEGORIES:Raptor Study Results
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