PROGRAMS 2025
Questions regarding programs can be referred to info@placerita.org or phone the Park Office at 661-259-7721
Bird Walks: First Saturday of every month with Ellen Coleman. Second Saturday of every month with Ken Yasukawa. Start at 8AM. Bring binoculars, water, and a field guide. Note that there will NO Bird Walks in July.
Books & Hikes: Meets the 4th Sunday of the month at 9AM. See flyer below for a list of upcoming books for January through June 2025.
Blooms of the Season: Learn about native plants with RuthAnne Murthy. 4th Saturday of every month, meet on the patio at 9:00AM for a one-hour stroll. Bring your camera and questions.
Family Nature Walk: Every Saturday from 11AM to noon with Judy McClure. An easy 1-hour walk exploring the natural and cultural history of the area.
Hike with the Downhill Sliders: Downhill Sliders is on the 4th Monday of the month. Program for docents and friends. Docents, please check your Trails and Nuggets for the latest information. Call the nature center at 661-259-7721 for more information.
Placerita Nature Tots: Second Saturday of the month at 9:30AM. For 3-to-6-year-olds. Program lasts 45 minutes to one hour and will involve learning about the environment. Registration starts on the first of the month. Space is limited. To register: Nature_tots@placerita.org
Community Nature Education Series: Every 3rd Sunday of the month at 2PM the PCNCA provides a free educational program open to the public.
Walker Cabin: Tours of the historic Walker cabin are available every Saturday from 10:00-2:00. Tours are also available on other days of the week. Please call the park office to confirm availability. Summer Hours. Tours are available 8:00-12:00 every Saturday during the summer. Summer hours begin the 3rd Saturday in June and end the Saturday before Labor Day.
Current Program Flyers
LA County Parks Department Programs
The County Parks Department offers other programs at the nature center, some require a fee. Call the Park Office at 661-259-7721 for more information or visit the County Parks website.