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Rio Hondo Park Nature Program • Explore With Us!

The Rio Hondo Nature Program is aimed at the Pico Rivera community’s local youth and their families. The program allows local youth the opportunity to explore the outdoors, gain leadership experience, and learn about career paths within nature at no expense. Participants will learn with a combination of guest speakers and hands-on experiences through the exploration of local outdoor excursions. Transportation and admission to excursions are paid for through the Outdoor Equity Grants Program.  

Upcoming Explorations:

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23 Nov

A Teen Experience: Camp Arbolado

  • 9:00 am
  • San Bernardino National Forest

Explorers! Join us, along with the YMCA, for an unforgettable camping trip to Camp Arbolado in the San Bernardino National Forest. This exciting excursion is perfect for young adventurers ready to explore the great outdoors, make new friends, and create lasting memories. Trip highlights include, a comfortable cabin stay, outdoor activities, team-building games, and nature education.
Deadline to register: Monday, November 11
This Rio Hondo Nature Program is for Pico Rivera residents only and is aimed towards youth and their families. For more information, call 562.801.4430.

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12 Oct

A Family Experience: Reptile Show

  • 10:00 am
  • Rio Hondo Park

Join us for an exiciting and educational reptile show with Snakes on Same! Perfect for families and explorers of all ages. This interactive experience offers a close encounter with fascinating reptiles as you will learn about amazing creatures in a fun and safe environment. Do not miss out on this slithering adventure!
Deadline to register: Saturday, October 12
This program is funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks, Office for Grants and Local Services. For more information, call 562.801.4430.

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28 Sep

A Family Trip: The Huntington

  • 8:45 am
  • The Huntington

Spend the day at The Huntington Library! Immerse yourself in over 16 themed gardens, explore a library with over 7 million manuscripts, and admire a diverse art museum featuring drawings, paintings, sculptures, and more. Your visit will also include a Guided Tour of the exquisite Chinese Garden.
Deadline to register: Monday, September 16
This program is funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks, Office for Grants and Local Services. For more information, call 562.801.4430.

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09 Aug

A Family Adventure: Natural History Museum

  • 8:45 am
  • Natural History Museum

Join an exciting adventure at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles! Adventurers will embark on a self-guided tour and wonder through the fascinating exhibits at your own pace. From ancient fossils to vibrant ecosystems, learn about the history of our planet, the diversity of life, and the importance of conservation of through informative exhibits and displays. Trip includes entry to the butterfly pavilion. Space is limited.
Deadline to register: Wednesday, July 29 This program is funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks, Office for Grants and Local Services. For more information, call 562.801.4430.

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18 Jul

A Teen Adventure: Kayaking 101

  • 7:45 am
  • Pacific Coast

The coast of Southern California is teeming with sea life and expansive views of the Channel Islands and coastal cliff sides. The best way for explorers to experience the amazing Pacific Coast ecosystem is from the seat of a kayak floating along this deep and intricate waterscape. This paddle adventure is perfect for all levels of kayaking ranging from beginner to advanced. This excursion will be led by Recreation Equipment Inc.(REI) and feature a water safety course prior to Kayaking.

Register Here
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18 May

A Teen Adventure: Eaton Canyon Hiking Experience

  • 6:30 am
  • Eaton Canyon

Eaton Canyon is perfect for the beginner hiker! This is a moderate hiking trail with several stream crossings. Adventurers will have an opportunity to enjoy spring's natural blooming flowers, wildlife and an impressive waterfall! Space is limited so register today!

Register Here
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27 Apr

A Family Adventure: Under the Sea Sub

  • 8:00 am
  • Catalina Island

Explorers come face-to-face with Catalina's abundant marine life aboard a semi-submersible submarine as you cruise five feet below the surface in a spacious, climate-controlled cabin. You'll see an incredible array of undersea creatures, including bright orange garibaldi, spotted calico bass, urchins, rockfish, and bat rays, to name a few. Then, explorers will enjoy a scenic land tour of the city! It's a real adventure! This seagoing adventure is for young sailors ages 5 to 17. (Youth 5 -17 MUST be accompanied by an adult)

Register Here
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15 Jul

Wetlands Bolsa Chica Conservancy: A Guided Hike Experience

  • 8:00 am
  • Bolsa Chica Conservancy

The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is an excellent learning experience of wetland science and history firsthand! Throughout the guided hike explorers will learn about wetland ecology, watershed protection, biology, and history, with an emphasis on conservation and restoration. In addition, explorers will understand the wetland habitats' importance and how we are all connected.

Last day to register is Monday, July 10th
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09 Dec

A Family Hiking Trip: A Guided Hike Experience

  • 9:30 am
  • Chino Hills State Park

The Chino Hills State Park is a natural area with a great variety of habitats and microclimates. A guided hike is the perfect excursion to observe diverse native wildlife and plant species. The Hiking trail is moderately leveled and perfect for the beginner hiker! Explorers will also experience specific programming at the Chino Hills state Discovery Center. Rain or shine trip. Space is limited!

Last day to register is Wednesday, December 6th
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20 Jan

A Family Experience: Aquarium on Wheels

  • 10:00 am
  • Rio Hondo Park

The Aquarium on Wheels is bringing a local tidepool habitat to you. Aquarium educators lead an exploration of the Pacific Ocean through interactive engagements. Explorers may touch sea creatures like a sticky sea anemone, a spiny sea star, or even discover the rough textured skin of a shark!

Last day to register is Wednesday, January 17th
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16 Mar

WAITLIST - A Family Adventure: Whale Watching Guided Tour

  • 7:00 am
  • Newport Beach

During this Enhanced Whale Watching Cruise, onboard educators will lead students through several free learning experiences, such as bird and mammal monitoring, an onboard scavenger hunt, and a plankton tow with tons of marine mammal artifacts. This seagoing adventure is for young sailors ages 5 to 17. (Youth 5 -17 MUST be accompanied by an adult)

To register, please visit picoriveraca.myrec.com

Note:  

  • The Rio Hondo Nature Program is for Pico Rivera residents only and is aimed at the youth. A youth must be present for adults to attend.
  • Registered participants who do not attend will not be applicable for future trips for the Rio Hondo Nature Program.

The City of Pico Rivera would like to give a special thank you to California State Parks! The Rio Hondo Nature Program is funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks, Office of Grants, and Local Services.

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