Friends of Madrona Marsh

Closed - Preserve & Nature Center
2027-04-19, 2027-04-25, 2027-04-26, 2027-05-02, 2027-05-03, 2027-05-09, 2027-05-10, 2027-05-16 and 1 more date | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States

PV/South Bay Audubon Chapter Meeting
2027-04-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-05-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States

Friday Fun
2027-04-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-04-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-05-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-05-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
Friday Fun is a hands-on program for preschoolers, age 3-6, and their parents or guardians. The program is offered at no charge every Friday. The program will incorporate story time, science, art, and a tour emphasizing the chosen topic.

Some weeks, there will also be potting or other activities. The topics emphasize respect for all living things and prepare the children (and parents) to be good stewards of the planet.

Pre-registration is required.

Registration for the Friday event begins on Tuesday at 10:00 am of the same week.Call the Nature Center to register at (310)782-3989.

Space is limited to the first 20 people who sign up

Habitat Restoration
2027-04-24 08:45 - 12:00, 2027-05-01 08:45 - 12:00, 2027-05-08 08:45 - 12:00, 2027-05-15 08:45 - 12:00, 2027-05-22 08:45 - 12:00 | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
Open to ages 10 and up. Volunteers support habitat restoration by removing non-native plants, clearing vegetation, and planting native species to improve conditions for local wildlife such as birds, butterflies, and pollinators. Events take place on select Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. All tools are provided, but volunteers should come prepared to work outdoors. Activities may be canceled due to bad weather.

School Service Credits – Students can earn school service credits by registering for Saturday Restoration events. No walk-ins or late arrivals allowed. Come ready to work—wear closed-toe shoes and leave electronics at home.
Age Requirement – Open to ages 10 and up. Participants 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. All minors (under 18) must bring signed consent and waiver forms from a parent or legal guardian.

Online registration is required. Complete and submit the new SHORT-TERM volunteer form from the City of Torrance.
Register Here

Bird Walk - PV/SB Audubon Society
2027-04-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
Join docents from the Palos Verdes/South Bay Audubon Society for a walk around the Madrona Marsh Preserve, where you’ll begin to identify common birds along with their calls and interactions. Bird Walk is geared towards beginner and intermediate birders of all ages.
Pre-registration is now optional.
Please call the Nature Center if you would like to pre-register. Participants should meet in front of the Nature Center on the scheduled date at 9 AM.
If you have binoculars, please bring them.
Learn more at the Audubon website

Nature Walk
2027-04-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-05-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-05-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-05-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
This docent-led walk around the Preserve is great for families and individuals looking for an introduction to the plants and wildlife commonly found at the Madrona Marsh and around the South Bay.
Nature Walk occurs every Saturday. Participation is free. Registration is not required.
Walks can be canceled due to weather, call for current status.
Meet at the Nature Center.

Tyke Hike
2027-05-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
Bring your young child (ages 0 – 6 yr.) for a walk around the Preserve and an introduction to nature. Listen to birds, look for frogs, and get refreshed in the sun and our cool breeze.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
It’s held in the Preserve. Meet in front of the Nature Center.
This is an outdoor event.

Nature Storytime
2027-05-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
Nature Storytime is a hands-on program for preschoolers ages 2-5 years.
Explore the wonders of Madrona Marsh through engaging stories and educational learning activities. Each program is designed to teach the importance of nature in a caring, nurturing environment.
Pre-registration is required. Call the Nature Center to register at (310)782-3989.
Must be accompanied by an adult.

Henrietta Basin Walk
2027-05-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Henrietta Basin, 20501-20599 Henrietta St, Torrance, CA, 90503
Join our docent-led walk around the Henrietta Basin on the 3rd Saturday of every month and learn about the City’s Stormwater Enhancement Program. Observe birds and other wildlife living in and benefitting from the basin’s open habitat space.
Open to all ages! Bring binoculars and wear closed-toed shoes.
Meet at the Basin’s north entrance on Henrietta St.
Registration is encouraged, but not required. Please call the Nature Center (310) 782-3989 to register.
Henrietta Basin Walk event page (Facebook)

🌿 Discovery Zone – Explore, Discover, Wonder!
2027-05-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
Welcome to the Discovery Zone at Madrona Marsh — a hands-on space where young explorers can learn about nature through play, curiosity, and discovery! Kids can touch, observe, and investigate real objects from the marsh, including feathers, seeds, animal tracks, shells, and plant samples. Interactive displays and simple science activities help children learn how plants and animals survive, why wetlands are important, and how people can help protect the environment.
Whether you’re looking through a magnifier, matching animal footprints, or building a food web, the Discovery Zone encourages questions, creativity, and respect for wildlife. It’s a fun way for kids of all ages to connect with nature and become future environmental stewards.
