From Seed to Stewardship: Lessons from a Sustainable Development Internship
Reflections on Ecology, Community, and Care from My Time at the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy By Mathilde Larsen, Roskilde University, Copenhagen During my master’s degree in Sustainable Development in Denmark, I spent five months interning at the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) in Southern California. The internship became a deeply personal experience and […]
Double Your Impact Before December 31: New Tax Laws Coming in 2026
Thanks to the generosity of our community, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy continues to protect open space, restore native habitat, and create meaningful outdoor experiences for families, students, and visitors every day. As we close out the year, there is a special opportunity to make your gift go even further. Every Gift Is Matched […]
Discover, Connect, and Protect: Support the Peninsula Naturalist Program
As the year draws to a close, we invite you to be part of a powerful transformation—one that will shape the future of our community and its treasured landscapes for generations to come. Imagine a high school student seeing local wildlife for the very first time, or a lifelong resident gaining a new appreciation for […]
An Unforgettable Evening: Palos Verdes Pastoral at Terranea Resort
Last Thursday, guests gathered for a truly magical evening at Palos Verdes Pastoral: Garden to Table Dining Event at Terranea Resort. With the golden coastal sunset, lemon-inspired décor, twinkling lights, and the refreshing Signature Amalfi–Palos Verdes Spritz Cocktail, the night beautifully blended the charm of Italy’s Amalfi Coast with the natural splendor of the Palos […]
Celebrating Our Volunteers at Recognition Event
Celebrating Our Volunteers: Honoring Dedication at White Point On August 24, the Conservancy gathered at White Point Nature Preserve to celebrate the heart of our mission—our volunteers. Friends, families, and community members came together to enjoy live music, delicious food, and, most importantly, to honor the incredible dedication of those who give their time and […]
Capture the Peninsula Coast: Most Instagrammable Vistas This Summer
Capture the Peninsula Coast: Most Instagrammable Vistas This Summer 📸Explore, Snap, and Share Nature’s Coastal Masterpieces Summer on the Palos Verdes Peninsula is pure magic. Golden light stretches across sweeping coastal bluffs, turquoise waves crash against rugged cliffs, and wildflowers sway gently in the ocean breeze. If you’re a photography enthusiast or simply someone who […]
Trends on the Peninsula
At the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, we are committed to protecting and restoring the Peninsula’s unique coastal habitats. The following are come current trends the Conservancy is responding to: 1. Rising Temperatures Long-term monitoring reveals that average temperatures across Southern California—and the Peninsula specifically—have been steadily increasing over the last few decades. Our coastal […]
Welcome to the First Week of Summer: An Unforgettable Preserve Pairing
Your Perfect Summer Day on the Palos Verdes Peninsula: An Unforgettable Preserve Pairing 🗺️ Looking for a refreshing escape without leaving Los Angeles County? This summer, discover your perfect day on the Palos Verdes Peninsula with a pairing of two scenic nature preserves with Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy restored lands: Alta Vicente Reserve and […]
Your Vote Can Protect Paradise — Support PVPLC via Lazy Acres EnviroTokens!
=🌿 Vote for the Conservancy Lazy Acres in Hermosa Beach can help support local environmental causes through the EnviroTokens program lazyacres.com+15lazyacres.com+15hbcsd.org+15facebook.com+3hbcsd.org+3instagram.com+3. For every reusable bag brought to the store, you earn a token—and you decide which nonprofit earns the donation. This year, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy has been nominated and is eligible to […]
Goats, Weeds, and Wildflowers: Restoring the Peninsula One Bite At a Time
This spring, something magical (and a little mischievous) happened in Lunada Canyon on the Agua Amarga Reserve—our hills came alive with the sound of… munching goats! Every year, the Conservancy works hard to remove invasive weeds like fennel, tumbleweed, and acacia from our nature preserves. These fast-growing plants don’t just crowd out our beautiful native […]