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Madrona Marsh

One of the last vestiges of the extensive marshland that once covered Southern California coastal plain

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What’s Happening at the Marsh

Upcoming nature experiences at the Madrona Marsh

Young Naturalist Camp

June 22, 2026 at 9:00 am
Welcome to the 2026 Young Naturalist Program for students entering grades 4–6 in September 2026. The program will take place
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Madrona Marsh Science Expo

May 23, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Learn about the pertinent and stimulating student research conducted at and about Madrona Marsh
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Organic Gardening Workshop

May 2, 2026 at 10:00 am
One of the Grow with Smart Gardening workshops, this is a fun and easy-to-follow workshop where you’ll learn all about
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Latest News & Articles

  • Madrona Marsh 2025-2026 Student Scientist Environmental Research Projects

    During the 2025-2026 academic year, thirteen high school and college students conducted eleven environmental research projects at Madrona Marsh under the scientific mentorship of Miriam Taeubel, Ph.D. (Madrona Marsh Instructor II/California Earth Science). These are the students and their projects: Grace Choi, West High School: Evaluating Air Pollution on the Bacterial Microbiomes of Lichen in Urban Wetlands _______________________________ Riley Coleman, South High School: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Natural Herbicides on…

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    Madrona Marsh 2025-2026 Student Scientist Environmental Research Projects

Our story of conservation and community

For over fifty years, Friends of Madrona Marsh has been a critical force in preserving this unique urban wetland. We work closely with the City of Torrance to protect and celebrate this natural treasure.

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Our Core Focus

A successful partnership of life, community, and the City of Torrance.

Protecting a vital urban wetland

Conserving native habitat and supporting local wildlife.

Engagement with Community

Offering tours and events to connect people with nature.

Community-Based Projects

Supporting local hands-on conservation efforts.

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