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This calendar was compiled by Earth Service Inc.  To contact Earth Service,
call 310-788-0008 or write to John_Theodore@earthspirit.org

Also, these events are listed on our new Environmental Hotline, 310-ECO-0007.
 This number is run in conjunction with KSCA radio, 101.9 FM.

To add events to this list or to have an event listed on the hotline number
contact Earth Service.
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The Month of May is Wetlands Month.  For more information, call Earth Day
Resources at 800-727-8619.

Monday, May 1, 1995

Starlight Hike at Franklin Canyon Ranch beginning at 7:00 P.M.  Explore the
canyon by moonlight.  Contact:  The Mountains Education Program,
800-533-PARK.

Saturday Saunter at the Sooky Goldman Nature Center beginning at 10:00 A.M. 
Learn about the natural world while enjoying the company of of others on this
easy-paced walk.  Contact: 800-533-PARK.

Tuesday, May 2, 1995

Sea Shepherd's Chuck Swift joins folks at The Hardware Humanitarian House,
1457 12 St. in Santa Monica, for a veggie potluck dinner beginning at 7:00
P.M.  Call, 310-395-6337.

Become a BeachKeeper learn about and help protect the Santa Monica Bay!  All
are welcome at the Santa Monica BayKeeper Volunteer Meeting (free) - Tahiti
Marina Clubhouse, 13900 Tahiti Way, Marina del Rey from 7:30 9:00 P.M.  Call
for Directions: 310-305-9645.

Science at the Seashore at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium from 3:30 - 5:30 P.M.
Science Education Afternoons (SEA Club) offers students (grades 7-12) a
chance to observe animal behavior, examine rocky shore animals, and explore
the wonders of the sandy beach and salt marsh.  for more information, call
310-548-7562.

What will become of the Trees?  Groupo Chaarip: Music and stories of the
Ecuadorian Rain forest from five Shuar Indians now visiting Pasadena. Come
hear about their life in the jungles of Ecuador and how oil companies are
devastating their home land and the great forests of South America.  Higher
Grounds Coffee House 90 N Los Robles Ave, across from the California Pizza
Kitchen in Pasadena. For more info. or reservations, call, (818) 583-2734

Wednesday, May 3, 1995

Science at the Seashore at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium from 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. 
Discovery Sea Program (all ages).  Learn what's new at CMA's FREE after
school discovery center.  A different activity is highlighted each week, from
crab fishing to sifting sand, to bird studies to fish printing and more. 
Information: 310-548-7562.

Thursday, May 4, 1995

HAZMOBILE in the Chatsworth/Canoga Park area from 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.  Make
an appointment to bring your household hazardous waste to the HazMobile.  For
an appointment call, 800-98-TOXIC.  NOTE:  The HAZMOBILE will be there on
Friday and Saturday too.

Swamp Meet, a conference dedicated to protecting and restoring California's
Wetlands Ecosystem.  Some topics being addressed:  Agriculture & Wetlands -
Working Together; Learning to Love Fundraising; Land Trusts/Real Win-Win
Solution; Duck Clubs and Hunters; Environmental Justice and Wetlands.  NOTE: 
This is a four day conference, it will last until Monday, May 7.  To register
or for more information, call 714-374-4825.

Saturday, May 6, 1995

Mountain Tree Planting at San Jacinto.  Contact:  TreePeople at 818-753-4606.
 NOTE:  This is a two day event.

Painting & Landscaping at Albion Street Elementary school in East L.A. from
9:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. with L.A. Works volunteers.    For more information
call, 213-936-1340.

Tree Planting at the Korean Youth Community Center in Mid Wilshire from 8:30
A.M. - 12:30 P.M.  Join L.A. Works and the youth members of the KYCC
environmental unit for an urban tree planting.  Call, 213-252-1290.

Quicksilver Teach & Test Bring at the Hard Rock Cafe in Newport Beach on
Fashion Island from 9:00 - 11:00 A.M.  Come watch the results of our annual
water testing program and have a spectacular brunch.  Sponsored by:
Quicksilver and Surfrider.  Contact: 714-631-6273.

 What will become of the Trees?  Linda Romero: Urban forester, California
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection expert on urban forests and the
San Gabriel mountains in particular. Come hear about trails and beautiful
places in our local mountains and how we can protect and revitalize our
neighboring forest.  Higher Grounds Coffee House 90 N Los Robles Ave, across
from the California Pizza Kitchen in Pasadena. For more info or reservations,
call (818) 583-2734.

Sunday, May 7, 1995

Bike 'n' Hike  Join docents for a beginner- intermediate mountain bike trek
(5-10 mile r/t, depending on ability) at Happy Camp Park from 9:30 A.M. -
1:30 P.M.  In between riding segments, docents show/tell what's special in
Happy Camp.  Wear helmet, bring snack & water. (No road bikes)  Contact:
800-533-PARK.

Sunday Afternoon Saunter at Sage Ranch from 2:00 - 4:30 P.M.  Join docents to
see wildflowers in their prime.  Then go on an easy stroll around the park
with its spectacular sandstone views.  Bring water and binoculars.  Contact:
800-533-PARK.

Chronicles of the Canyon at Franklin Canyon Ranch beginning at 10:00 A.M. 
Explore the beauty and history of Franklin Canyon, from Native American
Indians to modern filmmaking.  Call, 800-533-PARK.

Fitness Hike at Sooky Goldman Nature Center beginning at 10:00 A.M. 
Fast-paced hike for intermediate hikers.  Call, 800-533-PARK.

Backpacking: Surviving the Fun at the Sooky Goldman Nature Center beginning
at 11:00 A.M.  Could you survive in the wilderness?  Learn backpacking tips
including safety and emergency techniques.  Call, 800-533-PARK.

Discovering Nature at Sooky Goldman Nature Center beginning at 1:30 P.M.  A
walk for families with children.  Look for animal homes, meet a tree, and
more! (No strollers)  Reservations required.  Call, 800-533-PARK.

Wildflower Walk in Cold Creek beginning at 9:00 A.M.  Call, The California
Native Plant Society at 213-933-8993.

Satwiwa Sundays with Friends of Satwiwa and the National Park Service.  Visit
the Satwiwa Native American Indian Culture Center at the Rancho Sierra
Vista/Satwiwa Site.  A Native American Indian or a NPS ranger will answer
questions.  If you are interested please call (805) 499-2837 or (818)
597-9192.

Palos Verdes Blue Butterfly Restoration from 9:00 A.M. - Noon.  Join the
continuing effort to restore Coastal Sage Scrub on the Palos Verdes
Peninsula.  Contact:  Rhapsody in Green, 213-654-5821.

Science at the Seashore at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium from Noon - 3:00 P.M. 
Visitors are encouraged to immerse their senses in CMA's hands-on Discovery
Center.  Information: 310-548-7562.

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