Trekking LA Tour Series
One of over 30 tours led by trained neighborhood docents throughout the summer
Explore East Hollywood with local docent Elson Trinidad
On Saturday, June 9, 2012, 1:00, Elson introduces participants to East Hollywood through a multi-sensory, multi-cultural tour of the Other Hollywood Blvd, from Western to Vermont Avenue. Go from Thailand to Armenia and from Aline Barnsdall’s Roaring ‘20s era to today. Meet at the Metro Red Line Hollywood/Western Station at the southeast corner of Hollywood and Western (LA, 90027). The Tour will end at the Metro Red Line Vermont/Sunset Station and consist of approximately 1 ½ miles of walking mostly flat terrain, however, there is a 140 foot stair climb to access the top of Barnsdall Park.
It is highly recommended to take public transit (Metro Red Line) to Hollywood/Western. Metro tickets are $5.00 for all day, $1.50 general or $.25 / $.55 senior one train/one way. There is street parking or an underground parking structure available at the Ralph’s/Ross at Hollywood & Western. Bring change in case there are meters. Arrive early to allow for parking.
WHEN: Saturday, June 9, 2012, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
WHERE: Metro Red Line Hollywood/Western Station, SE corner of Hollywood and Western (LA, 90027)
COST: The tour costs $10.
Explores the Boyle Heights with local docent Malissa Strong
On Saturday, June 9, 2012, Malissa will introduce participants to Boyle Heights’ rich historic corridor. Meet at Mariachi Plaza Kiosk (near Libros Schmibros), 1711 east First Street, Los Angeles, 90033 at 10am. The Tour consists of a flat walk of approximately ½ mile and will end back at Mariachi Plaza. Bring comfortable shoes, a hat and some water. Stay to get lunch or a smoothie after the tour.
It is highly recommended to take public transit (Gold Line Metro stop, Mariachi Plaza). Metro tickets are $5.00 for all day, $1.50 general or $.25 / $.55 senior one train/one way. There is street parking, please review all signs. Bring change in case there are meters. Arrive early to allow for parking.
WHEN: Saturday, June 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
WHERE: Mariachi Plaza Kiosk (near Libros Schmibros), 1711 east First Street, Los Angeles, 90033
COST: The tour costs $10
Explore San Pedro with local docent Angela Romero
On Sunday, June 10, 2012, Angela Romero introduces participants to Cabrillo Beach: Beyond The Beach. Cabrillo Beach, in San Pedro, is far more than meets the eye. The beach may be man-made, but the hidden treasures are a gift from nature. During this 2 hour tour you will reconnect with the splendor of the ocean, learn the history of the beach and get a very rare look inside the last remaining salt marsh in Los Angeles. The tour will conclude at the Cabrillo Aquarium.
The Tour begins and ends at the Cabrillo Beach Bathhouse, 3800 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, 90731 at 10am. Cabrillo Beach parking is $1 per hour. There is street parking available just outside the gate, please review all signs.
WHEN: Sunday, June 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
WHERE: Cabrillo Beach Bathhouse, 3800 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, 90731
COST: The tour costs $10.