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Come explore, play and create with us under the oaks on the Main Lawn. Families with young children (age 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month.
No registration required, free with admission or membership.
Come explore, play and create with us under the oaks on the Main Lawn. Families with young children (age 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month.
No registration required, free with admission or membership.
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars!
Keep your bird count tallied on the updated and now downloadable Descanso Bird Checklist.
No reservations required.
MEMBERS ONLY
Join us for songs, puppets and of course books! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. Meets at Nature’s Table near the Promenade.
No registration required, free with admission.
This class is sold out
Click here for the Friday class that meets beginning Sept. 8
Join us for a four-week Tuesday yoga class with Barbara Wood in the Rose Pavilion every Tuesday from Sept. 5-26, 8:30–10am.
Yoga at Descanso Gardens is based on Hatha Yoga, which includes stretches, strengthening poses, breathing exercises, and mindful movement. The practice adapts to individual needs. Each class includes a 25-minute fitness walk and 60-minute yoga practice.
Members only. $68 per participant.
MEMBERS ONLY
About the instructor:
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Certified as a Hatha Yoga instructor, Barbara Wood‘s yoga style incorporates her background as a modern dancer, specifically Alignment Release Technique, and F.M. Alexander Technique. She trained under Dr. Loren Fishman, NY, and is certified as a Yoga for Osteoporosis and Yoga for Back Pain therapist. Her goal is that everyone should leave the class stronger and uplifted regardless of skill level. www.barbarawoodyoga.com
Join us for a four-week Friday yoga class with Joyce Shuman in the Rose Pavilion every Friday from Sept. 8-29, 8:30–10am.
Yoga at Descanso Gardens is based on Hatha Yoga, which includes stretches, strengthening poses, breathing exercises, and mindful movement. The practice adapts to individual needs. Each class includes a 25-minute fitness walk and 60-minute yoga practice.
Members only. $68 per participant, register here.
MEMBERS ONLY
About the instructor:
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Joyce Shuman teaches yoga for all bodies; to support you with mindful breath and movement that benefits your individual yoga practice. Joyce is a RYT 500 @ Certified Yoga Therapist through Loyola Marymount University. www.joyceshumanyoga.com
Come explore, play and create with us under the oaks on the Main Lawn. Families with young children (age 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month.
No registration required, free with admission or membership.
Get hands-on gardening experience by mulching in the garden and help care for Descanso at this volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided.
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All experience levels are welcome.
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Ages 16 or older.
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Must be able to lift, bend and stand for long periods of time. Moderate to heavy lifting involved.
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Bring gardening gloves and water.
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Remember to wear comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes.
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Limited space available, RSVP required
RSVP to volunteer@descansogardens.org by Saturday, September 16, 2023. You will be sent additional instructions and will need to sign a waiver form in order to participate.
Come explore, play and create with us under the oaks on the Main Lawn. Families with young children (age 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month.
No registration required, free with admission or membership.
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars!
Keep your bird count tallied on the updated and now downloadable Descanso Bird Checklist.
No reservations required.
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