Gardening Club at Ballona Discovery Park
Roll up your sleeves to help beautify Ballona Discovery Park! Get hands-on experience while learning about urban ecology. The time and effort you put in to clear out invasive vegetation gives our slow-growing native plants room to thrive. Healthy plant life is vital for a healthy ecosystem!
Parking: Street parking on Bluff Creek Drive in front of the park, parking signs limit parking to 2 hours (the length of the event).
Registration: Registration is required. You must also sign the digital waiver.
Ages: Activities are recommended for ages 7 and up. Youths 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
What to wear: Close-toed shoes are required! We recommend dressing in weather-appropriate layers that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty, along with a hat. Long pants are also recommended to protect against occasional prickly plants.
What to bring: Your own gloves if you desire (or we will provide them) and your own full water bottle (there is no drinkable water at the park). The nearest restroom is located just under a quarter mile west of the park, at the Playa Vista Sports Park. We will provide all other tools and supplies.
Please arrive on time: This is a short event, so we will begin promptly! If you are late, you will need to look through the park to find us.
Covid-19 Protocols: We recommend that unvaccinated volunteers wear a mask.
Cancellations: For safety, we must cancel if it’s raining. Please check the weather before arriving. If you’re not sure, please call us or check our social media for cancellation announcements.
Donations: The suggested donation is $5 per person. By donating online or at our events, you can keep helping with cleanup even after you leave! Free tours and community service events are made possible by the efforts and donations of kindhearted people just like you.