BEGIN:VCALENDAR METHOD:PUBLISH VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:-//NONSGML WPForms//NONSGML Sugar Calendar Feeds v3.11.1//EN X-WR-CALNAME:Junior Naturalist Camp X-WR-CALDESC:Friends of Madrona Marsh X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 DTSTART:20260308T100000 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 DTSTART:20260308T100000 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Junior Naturalist Camp DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2026 Junior Naturalist Program for students e ntering grades 6–8 in September 2026. The program will take place at t he Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center\, located at 3201 Plaza del Amo\, Torrance\, CA 90503. For additional information\, please call 310- 782-3989.\n \;\n\n\nWe are very excited that your child will be part icipating in this program. We have planned a week full of fascinating\, exciting\, educational\, and engaging activities for our Junior Naturali sts. We look forward to sharing our love of nature\, science\, and envir onmental exploration with your child.\n\nARRIVAL AND PICK-UP INFORMATION \n\nParents/guardians\, please drop off and pick up your child each day in the Nature Center Classroom on time.\n• Drop-off: 9:00 AM\n• Pick -up: 3:00 PM\nIf someone other than a parent or caregiver will be pickin g up your child\, that person must be at least 18 years old. Please prov ide written permission including the individual's name.\n\nMINIMUM ENROL LMENT REQUIREMENT\n\nA minimum of 10 students is required for the Junior Naturalist Program. If minimum enrollment is not met\, families will be notified approximately 3–4 days before the start date regarding any p rogram cancellation.\n\nJUNIOR NATURALIST GOALS\n\nThrough hands-on scie ntific investigations\, field observations\, and stewardship activities\ , students will develop an appreciation for the natural world while lear ning how to protect and conserve local ecosystems.\n\nStudents will gain experience using scientific tools\, collecting environmental data\, rec ording observations\, and communicating their discoveries as Junior Natu ralists.\n\nPROGRAM DETAILS\n\nThroughout the week\, students will parti cipate in group and individual activities focused on ecology\, biodivers ity\, water quality\, climate change\, conservation\, habitat restoratio n\, and scientific research. Students will maintain a field journal to r ecord observations\, scientific data\, sketches\, and reflections. Each student will also complete a project related to nature and Madrona Marsh .\n\nActivities are designed to help students better understand what it means to be a naturalist while developing observation\, research\, commu nication\, and stewardship skills.\n\nThe program provides a light lunch consisting of a sandwich\, fruit\, chips\, and a cookie. Drinking water will be available throughout the day.\n\nPROPOSED WEEKLY SCHEDULE\n\nDa y 1: Ecology and Biodiversity\nEcological pyramids\, food webs\, species classification\, marsh exploration\, and biodiversity surveys.\n\nDay 2 : Water Quality and Wetlands\nWater chemistry investigations including p H\, dissolved oxygen\, nitrate\, and phosphate testing. Students will co llect water samples and explore wetland habitats.\n\nDay 3: Native Plant s\, Restoration\, and Invasive Species\nNative plant identification\, pr opagation techniques\, habitat restoration\, and invasive species manage ment.\n\nDay 4: Climate Change and Conservation\nClimate science\, carbo n sequestration\, wetland importance\, conservation challenges\, and env ironmental monitoring activities.\n\nDay 5: Research and Stewardship Day \nStudents will prepare and present mini-projects or posters based on th eir observations and investigations conducted throughout the week. Stude nts will also participate in a stewardship activity and celebrate their accomplishments during the Junior Naturalist Certificate Ceremony.\nWHAT TO BRING\n\n• Jacket\, hat\, and sunscreen.\n• Closed-toe shoes.\nâ €¢ Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities and nature explo ration.\n• Small snack (optional).\n• Reusable water bottle.\n• Sm all backpack for personal belongings.\n• Markers or colored pencils fo r drawing and journaling activities.\n• Students may bring an iPhone\, tablet\, or camera with the necessary charger only if needed       f or their project. Students are solely responsible for their equipment.\n • Labeling belongings is highly recommended.\n\nWHAT NOT TO BRING\n\nP lease leave electronic games\, iPods\, fidget spinners\, or other distra cting items at home.\n\nDangerous items that may be considered weapons\, including matches or pocketknives\, are not allowed.\n\nJUNIOR NATURALI ST BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS\n\n• Stay within sight of the group at all ti mes.\n• Be respectful of teachers\, staff\, volunteers\, other student s\, and yourself.\n• Keep your hands to yourself. Do not touch other p eople or their belongings without permission.\n• Come prepared for the day’s activities with appropriate clothing and equipment.\n• Apply sunscreen and bug spray at home before arriving.\n• Help keep the Natu re Center and Preserve clean by picking up your belongings and disposing of trash properly.\n• Be willing to experience new activities\, place s\, and friendships.\n• DO NOT feed the animals at any time\, includin g education animals.\n\nEXAMPLES OF BEHAVIORS THAT ARE NOT ACCEPTED\n• Angry or vulgar language\, including swearing\, name calling\, or shout ing.\n• Behavior that poses a safety risk to the student or others.\nâ €¢ Unwanted physical contact with another person.\n• Harassment or int imidation through words\, gestures\, body language\, or other threatenin g behavior.\n• Disrespectful behavior toward group leaders\, staff\, v olunteers\, or other students.\n• Theft or destruction of another pers on’s property.\nCONSEQUENCES OF UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR\n\n1. Your child will receive a warning and be redirected back to the group activities.\ n2. Second occurrence — Your child may not be able to participate in t he activity for the remainder of the day\, and parents/guardians will be informed at pick up time.\n3. Third occurrence — Parents/guardians wi ll be contacted\, and the child may no longer be able to participate in the program. No refunds will be provided for exclusion due to unacceptab le behavior.\n\nWe want every child to feel comfortable\, safe\, and sup ported during the program. If your child is experiencing any difficultie s during the week\, please let us know. Our goal is to provide a fun\, s afe\, and educational experience for all participants.\n\nHEALTH ISSUES / EMERGENCY PROCEDURES\nOur program is designed to keep students active and outdoors for most of the day. Please monitor your child’s health e ach morning and do not bring a sick child to the program. A child who is ill may become uncomfortable and could expose other students and adults to illness. If your child becomes sick during the day\, a parent/guardi an or designated emergency contact will be contacted for pickup.\n\nIf a minor injury or health concern occurs and your child requires medical a ttention\, the following procedures will be followed:\n• Parents/guard ians or family members will be informed of the incident at the end of th e day unless immediate notification is necessary.\n• First aid will be provided and the incident will be documented on an accident report form .\n• The child will be continuously observed and cared for during and after first aid is provided.\n\nIn the event of a serious injury or heal th emergency requiring professional medical care:\n• Parents/guardians or emergency contacts will be notified immediately.\n• 911 emergency services may be contacted.\n• A responsible adult may accompany the ch ild to the hospital if a parent/guardian or emergency contact cannot be reached.\n• The incident and any first aid provided will be fully docu mented.\n\nIf you prefer different emergency procedures for your child\, please indicate them on the registration forms.\nOur goal is to provide a wonderful\, fun\, safe\, and educational Junior Naturalist experience that encourages curiosity\, scientific thinking\, environmental steward ship\, and a lifelong appreciation for nature.\nGet ready for an excitin g week of discovery at Madrona Marsh! URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.friendsofmadronamarsh.com/events/junior-natura list-camp/ UID:urn:uuid:5e44cf82-e81a-4089-a14d-ef1675c4a3da STATUS:CONFIRMED ORGANIZER: DTSTAMP:20260621T011335Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260720T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260724T150000 LOCATION:3201 Plaza Del Amo END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR