About this Event
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River Session | Writers in the Wild w/ Los Angeles Poet SocietyJoin our lead Tongva Advisor and Culture Bearer Tina Orduno Calderon and Los Angeles Poet Society’s Writers in the Wild for a soulful journey into the heart of nature, where we will tap into our instincts and embrace the beauty around us through the art of writing. Wander freely on your own, or pair up with a fellow writer, as we explore some of the headwaters of the Los Angeles River. We will gather to share poems and experiences and celebrate our connection with each other and the River landscapes that inspire us.
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IMPORTANT DETAILS:
- Rain or Shine
- Maps/ Directions and More Details will be sent to participants after registration.
- Individual Tours are $29 - buy at $35 to help us offer reduced rate community tickets for low-income guests.
- All tours include a 5% Land Usage Fee. Funds from this fee cover compensation for a Tribal Elder or Culture Bearer to accompany most walks. Information about Land Usage Fees.
- Refunds are available as credit for an alternate tour.
- By attending a LA River Arts event, you accept our terms of service.
- Visit www.LARiverArts.org for more details and stay tuned for surprises along the LA River's winding path.
River Sessions are guided site visits and walks to experience art, culture, and place along the 51 miles of the LA River. In the spirit of Hyonaayn’ar--a Tongva word that means both teacher and student--participants will learn about the River’s ephemeral histories and imagine it’s ecological futures, all while exploring diverse and dynamic cultural responses to the watershed.
Watch this 10min documentary featuring our three Indigenous Advisors whose artist residency on the River culminated with : A
Each month we conduct creative field research with artists, Indigenous Culture Bearers and local experts. Look for surprises around the bend!
SUPPORT LARA!!!
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I wish you would
walk with me here
more often—
--Lewis MacAdams, The River: Book One
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Sepulveda Basin Wetland Restoration, 17017 Burbank Blvd, Encino, United States
USD 32.78 to USD 55.20
