Join the Friends and Floating for a tour of the Freshwater Marsh and music by Qur'an Shaheed and Sharada Shashidhar at sunset in Ballona Discovery Park!

We are thrilled to announce this collaborative program with Floating as part of our Summer Series at the Ballona Discovery Park. Floating is a weekly all-ages outdoor arts series that explores the harmony between soundscape and landscape. As a collective, their programs nourish symbiotic relationships among kindred artists, environmental organizations, and unique land projects with the goal of inspiring deeper interdependence among our local communities, cultures, and environments. 

With its incredible biodiversity, rich cultural history, and ability to store and sequester carbon while filtering air pollution, the Ballona Wetlands is a natural wonder and critical ecosystem of native flora and fauna. Whether it's your first time exploring the wetlands, or you're already an expert in the 300+ species of birds that can be spotted in the area (wow!), join us for a lovely walk at the Ballona Discovery Park led by our docents and staff and a serene sunset paired with contemplative music.

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Registration: Registration is required. You must also sign the digital waiver.

Parking: Street parking on Bluff Creek Drive in front of Ballona Discovery Park or the parking lot just west of the park in front of Playa Vista Elementary School and Sports Park. 

Ages:  All ages are welcome. Youths 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

What to wear: Close-toed shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a hat.

What to bring: We recommend you bring water, sunscreen, bug spray, and a snack if needed.

Please arrive on time: We will begin tours at 5:30 p.m.

Covid-19 Protocols: We recommend that participants comply with applicable public health COVID-19 safety guidelines.

Cancellations: For safety, we must cancel if it’s raining. Please check the weather before arriving. If you’re not sure, please check our website or social media for cancellation announcements.