Island of Possibilities Among a Sea of Concrete
Program Type: Hybrid Learning program includes a virtual pre-visit and guided field trip.
Grade Level: 3rd–8th grade
Capacity: Up to 60 students
Chaperone Ratio: 1 adult per 10 students
Length of programs: Virtual Pre-visit: 45minutes, Field trip: 90 minutes + Lunch and Commute time
Students will explore Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook from 420 feet above sea level, experiencing breathtaking views of the Los Angeles skyline, surrounding mountains, and the Pacific Ocean. Students will learn about biodiversity and the human impacts on this land, from the stewardship of Native Americans to the arrival of Spanish Colonists, from the slow-paced Rancho era to the busy urban space it is today. We highlight the animal adaptations that enable survival in this ever-changing environment and explore possible solutions to habitat loss, which has a direct impact on our quality of life. This program includes a nature walk across our hillside with binoculars, a hands-on activity involving animal pelts, and a fragmentation game that mirrors the changes in our city and their effects on wildlife. Our activities engage most of the senses for a memorable and interactive outdoor experience.