Foraging Walks Los Angeles

From Santa Monica Dog Walks Meetup Group

**Friday, November 6, 7 p.m.** **INTRODUCTION TO WILD FOODS for food, medicine, fire, etc.** We will discuss the plants that we deem the most important to know from the standpoint of Food, Medicine, Fire, Water, Shelter, and “other.” These are common “multi-purpose” plants, useful for more than only food. The plants we will be discussing are found widely throughout North America, and are very common in the overall Southwest. Each plant will be rated on a scale of its relative usefulness in each of the key areas. Rather than think in terms of simply “edibility,” you will see that the plants we discuss are multi-purpose, and useful for many of life’s necessities. You’ll also learn which of Christopher Nyerges’ books contain the most detailed information about these multi-purpose plants. A discussion and social time will follow. Sponsored by Pasadena City College. Call 626 585-7608 to sign up. Or go to https://pasadena.augusoft.net

4 attendees

Santa Monica Dog Walks: Explore the Beach with your Pup!

Sat, Oct 24, 1:30 PM

Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon as we gather for a delightful dog walking experience along the beautiful shores of Santa Monica. Whether you have a furry friend or are simply a dog lover, this event is perfect for both locals and visitors looking to connect with fellow dog enthusiasts. We'll embark on a leisurely stroll, taking in the fresh ocean breeze and enjoying the stunning views of the coastline. During the walk, we'll have the opportunity to socialize our four-legged companions while strengthening our bonds as a community of dog owners. This event encourages dogs of all sizes and breeds to come together, promoting a sense of unity among our furry friends and their humans. Feel free to bring toys or treats for your pups to make the experience even more enjoyable. Join us for an unforgettable morning of dog walks, laughter, and making new connections. Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or thinking about getting a dog in the future, this meetup is the perfect chance to learn more about responsible pet ownership and enjoy the company of other dog enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this pawsome opportunity to explore Santa Monica's breathtaking beach with your beloved furry companion!

1 attendee

MID-DAY NATURAL NAVIGATION CLASS

Thu, Oct 29, 7:00 PM

From Nature Walks with Nature Nexus Institute

October 29 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm $30.00 – $45.00 October 29, noon Getting around accurately is a valuable survival skill! Sometimes you have a compass and map, and sometimes you don’t. In this two-hour class, you’ll learn how to construct a sun compass, and how you can use that to tell direction and time. This sun compass is nearly as accurate as your magnetized compass, and the “clock” is more accurately telling you local solar time — good enough for general purposes. You’ll also learn some natural methods of telling direction, which are ages-old observations. You’ll learn which are worth remembering, and which are “old husband’s tales.” We’ll also address how to identify constellations for telling directions, and how to navigate with only a compass. So bring your compass. What we cover in our short time will depend upon how much time everyone needs to grasp the concepts. Location 2, Hahamongna Watershed Park.

2 attendees

Ballona Wetlands - family-friendly walk

Sat, Nov 7, 5:00 PM

Los Angeles Audubon Society hosts the *Open Wetlands* event at the Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve with the collaboration of NNI staff. Binoculars are available to borrow! Volunteers guide visitors in viewing aquatic invertebrates through microscopes, learning about the unique ecosystems found at Ballona, and viewing birds through powerful spotting scopes along Ballona Creek. Enter through the gate in the northeast corner of the parking lot behind the 300 block of Culver Blvd in Playa del Rey (zip code 90293). This block is near the intersection of Culver Blvd and Vista del Mar. No baby strollers, please. Pets are not allowed on the reserve. Need more information? Contact ecobar@naturenexusinstitute.org

1 attendee

MIDDAY FIRE WORKSHOP — hands-on

Thu, Oct 22, 7:00 PM

To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-plant-id-walk-with-soup-and-fire-making/) October 22 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm $30.00 – $45.00 Thursday, October 22, Noon. LUNCHTIME FIRE WORKSHOP SURVIVAL, BUSHCRAFT, SELF-RELIANCE! Primitive skills are very popular, and the ability to make fire without matches is at the top of the list. We will practice a few of the primitive methods of fire-starting methods, and you will learn some of the secrets that come from years of experience. You will get to practice the bow drill, the hand drill, flint and steel, and more. We will also go for a short walk (if time) so you can see the types of woods that are best for making fire, and the tinders that are best for getting your fire to light. And enjoyable gathering. Bring a bowl and water. And yes, you will learn about a few wild plants at this class as well. Location sent when you register — most likely Hahamongna. Please register to attend and for location. Hahamonga Watershed County Park is our field office, the class may be in a different location.

2 attendees

PRIMITIVE & MODERN TECHNOLOGY: FIRE WORKSHOP

Sat, Oct 31, 5:00 PM

PRIMITIVE & MODERN TECHNOLOGY: FIRE WORKSHOP WE’LL BE COOKING TOO! October 31, 10 a.m. We will take a walk and you will see the woods that are used to make the most basic methods of fire-production: The bow and drill, and the hand drill. You will also see flint and steel. You will learn by doing. You will work to make an ember, and you will learn which woods are best, and how to process your woods. A short walk included to see which plants are best for your fire-making kit. This is a timeless bushcraft skill. We expect that each person will be able to collect and process most of your kit during this class. You will learn this fundamental bushcraft skill by doing! An excellent overall survival skill, since fire is at the very heart of survival: signalling, purifying water, cooking, etc. BONUS: Once we make a fire, we’ll cook some wild foods at the grill for each of you to try. October 31 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm $45.00 – $65.00 Location 2, Hahamongna.

2 attendees

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL SKILLS Class, One night summary, on-campus

Sat, Oct 24, 2:00 AM

SURVIVAL SKILLS, Friday, October 23, 7 p.m. Sponsored by Pasadena City College. Call (626) 585-7608 for information and registration. Cost is $49. The class topics include uses of wild plants for food and medicine, purifying and finding water, making fire with primitive and modern methods, natural navigation, finding fibre from natural sources and making cordage, emergency shelters, tools and weapons, and more. The conversation and questions from students makes this lively and engaging. Christopher: “Let’s get real! Two hours is barely an introduction, but you will see a lot and get a good well-rounded introduction. See you there.” Taught by Christopher Nyerges.

3 attendees

FRIDAY--Easy Night walk around Silverlake

Sat, Oct 24, 2:15 AM

Silverlake can be quite beautiful at night. Walk is mostly easy 2.2 miles RT around the lake. Walk is approx. 1 hour. There is short uphill on this walk--approx. 10 minutes Some members go to the local Oyster bar afterwards. **Rain will cancel walk. Dogs ok as long as on leash.** Parking: Street parking. There is more parking when you park along the lake --along W. Silverlake Dr.

7 attendees

Hike around Haunted Hayride

Mon, Oct 26, 1:15 AM

We will walk around the haunted hayride to check it out. Walk is easy walk less than 1 mile. We are NOT going on the rides or inside. We will walk on trail that goes around it. They usually charge for parking so tell them you are here for a hike and not a customer of the ride. We will meet in front of the merry go round. We will wait 15 or so minutes.

18 attendees

OG Toluca Lake 5 mile-ish urban Halloween adventure walk!!!

Tue, Oct 27, 2:00 AM

Back for our 5th year !!! The Urban-ish Adventurists which includes legendary walkers Lori and Joe (legends in their own minds) collectively known as "JOLO” invite you to explore a Halloween adventure in Toluca Lake. We will be doing a 5 mile-ish walk around Toluca Lake and surrounding areas . Great selection of houses by this time . Come out early to beat the crowds . Make sure you join us for a Toluca lake or Burbank seasonal walk as they are historically best Halloween houses in the City. We do our best to keep the walk in a 2 hour range, however could go longer by a mile or so and sometimes goes over time posted. Comfortable shoes, water, flashlight and a good attitude are suggested items to bring but not required. Remember it is suggested you get a minimum 10,000 steps a day. We can all achieve that healthy goal together. We help motivate each other. Come out to walk and socialize with nice friendly people and experience a good workout at the same time. Hope to see you at our next urban-ish walking adventure. We appreciate our regular walkers and always encourage new walkers to give our walk a shot. **MEETING LOCATION:** Tables/benches near the parking lot exit in front of the baseball/softball field **TOTAL DISTANCE**: We try to keep it to 5 miles but sometimes, we go over by a bit (mostly flat) **GUESTS**: Attendees are welcome to bring a guest (dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash) **LIABILITY WAIVER**: The organizer(s) is an uncompensated and untrained volunteer. By joining this event each member accepts full responsibility for knowing their limits, for all injuries, health issues, material losses, assessing all risks and for getting lost. Each member shall make their guests aware of these policies and releases the host(s) and the group from all liability.

45 attendees

Urban Hike - Atwater Village and LA River

Sat, Oct 24, 4:30 PM

* This walk will explore the residential and commercial neighborhoods in and around Atwater Village. We will also spend a bit of time walking along the LA River. Highlights include the Brunswick Fantasy Bungalows, Van de Camp and Valley Dairy buildings, the Tam O'Shanter restaurant and the site of a famous scene from Pulp Fiction. We also can expect to find Halloween decorations along the way. The route is almost completely flat with no stairs. Dogs should be fine everywhere. * **Level**: Intermediate * **Speed:** About 2.5 miles per hour * **Distance**: 6.5 miles * **Elevation gain:** \~100 feet * **Duration:** 3 hours * **Bathrooms:** Public bathrooms at Chevy Chase Park **Parking:** there is ample unrestricted parking on streets around the park * **Rain:** postpones the hike **Liability**: The organizer is an unpaid and untrained volunteer and is not liable for any loss, damage, or injuries sustained by participants and their guests. By joining this event, each member and their guest accepts full responsibility for knowing their abilities and limitations and releases the host/organizer from any and all injuries, health issues, material losses and getting lost. Each member shall make their guests aware of these policies and release the host from all liability.

62 attendees

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