Travel with Preschoolers in Southern California

There is so much to do at the Audubon Center at Debs Park. Here are some of the activities that the center offers.

Children’s Woodland is a short trail that winds around past several activity areas. You may pass a place to make a spider web, a habitat creation area, a garden house and children’s garden, a reading area and an outdoor block area. There are lots of things to discover on this trail. There is also a pond that is full of small fish and attracts dragonflies. It is a beautiful place to observe nature. This path is stroller accessible.

The butterfly trail is a short hike through the mountains. It is ¾ of a mile long loop with trail markers that alert you to special areas. Make sure to borrow a free trail book at the information office. The trail book guides you to look for specific items, animals or habitats along the trail. We were able to see a bee hive in a tree when we visited. It was fascinating. This trail is narrow and not good for strollers.

At the information center you can borrow many items that make your visit more fun. You can borrow a backpack, bug net and bug box, binoculars, field guides, strollers, baby backpacks (really good ones!) and more.
There are a variety of events that occur year round. They have gardening workshops, animal studies, story times and more. Check the web site for the most recent calendar of events. Many of these programs are free, some charge a $5 suggested donation.

Whenever you visit the Audubon Center it is a good idea to bring water, sunscreen, a hat, walking shoes and a jacket if it’s cool.
For educational groups the Audubon center offers a program called Nature’s Little Sprouts. This is a half-day program that may include a nature hike, Children’s Woodland exploration, and an earth caretaking project. This program supports the California Science Content Standards.


L.A. Audubon Society
www.audubon-ca.org/debs_park.htm
4700 N. Griffin Ave.
Los Angeles, Ca 90031
(323) 221-2255


Admission: Free for unguided activities,
some programs have minimal fees
Hours: Summer daily 9-5, School year Wed-Sun 9-5
Parking: Free