Butterflies, Birds and Ballona: Wetlands ‘friends’ teach children about the environment

Last week, the Friends’ staff were interviewed by Morgan Owen from the Argonaut to highlight Explore Ballona! and public programs offered to the community.

Alexis EliasMarch 21, 2023

The Friends Receive California Coastal Commission Whale Tail Grant Award

The Friends were one of 56 recipients to receive funding from the CA Coastal Commissions Whale Tail grant.

Alexis EliasFebruary 27, 2023

World Wetland's Day Article LA Times

In honor of World Wetlands Day, Patrick Tyrrell was interviewed by the LA Times to highlight on our beloved Ballona Wetland's destructive past, challenging present, and hopeful future!

Alexis EliasFebruary 3, 2023

The Freshwater Marsh Comprehensive Cleanup - A Step In The Right Direction

Last Monday, several City of Los Angeles departments and agencies came together for a long-awaited comprehensive cleanup to remove debris and hazardous materials on Jefferson Blvd at the Freshwater Marsh.

This effort was no small feat. The Friends and Ballona Wetlands Conservancy invested thousands of hours to find solutions to protect and repair the Freshwater Marsh.

Alexis EliasJanuary 25, 2023

The History Behind Playa Vista and the Ballona Wetlands

Dive deeper into the controversial history of the Ballona Wetlands and the development of Playa Vista with the Playa Vista Institute’s documentary Playa Vista – A Four Decade Overnight Success.

Photograph: Peter Bennett

Alexis EliasJanuary 20, 2023