Raptor Ramble Wetlands Nature Walk

We encourage you to start the New Year off right with a guided nature walk of Los Cerritos Wetlands.

What: A fun Raptor Ramble on Los Cerritos Wetlands

When: Saturday, January 6th, 2018, from 8:00AM until 10:00AM

Where: Meet in the driveway/parking area at the corner of 1st Street and PCH in Seal Beach. There will be signs.

Our walk will begin with a brief orientation to our wetlands and their history, especially the long process to move the Hellman portion of Los Cerritos Wetlands into the public trust. We will walk on the main (oil) road, where we will look for wading birds in the tidal pools on our left. Then we will turn off the main road to view the tidal channel that flows through this section of Los Cerritos Wetlands, where we will pause to look and listen for Belding’s Savannah Sparrows. Then we will mount to the Heron Pointe cultural trail where at the visitor circle we will discuss the native peoples of the area. To return, we usually walk close to Gum Grove Park and look for raptors nesting in the trees.

Bring binoculars, if you have them; we will observe many different kinds of interesting wildlife. Close-toed shoes required, and kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

For further information or to rsvp for the walk, you are encouraged to email Elizabeth.