LOS ANGELES (June 20, 2025) – Building on the tradition of its annual Winter Solstice event, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) is co-hosting a Summer Solstice celebration at the Chatsworth Nature Preserve in partnership with the Santa Susana Mountain Park Association, Sky Valley Volunteers, and the Herp Connection.
This family-friendly event at the City of Los Angeles’ only nature preserve will include a Traditional Native American Blessing, guided nature hikes, live animal exhibits, storytelling, music, food trucks and a community resource fair.
LADWP will also host booths highlighting career opportunities, electric safety, and water conservation tips—plus free giveaways for attendees.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 21, 2025
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
WHERE:
Chatsworth Nature Preserve entrance at Valley Circle Boulevard (from Plummer Street and Topanga Canyon Boulevard, entrance is approximately 1 mile west of Topanga Canyon Blvd), Chatsworth, CA 91311
SPEAKERS:
John Lee, Los Angeles Councilmember, 12th District
Anselmo Collins, LADWP Senior Assistant General Manager – Water System
Dennis García, Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians
Nurit Katz, Commissioner, Los Angeles Board of Water and Power Commissioners
John Luker, Sky Valley Volunteers
VISUALS:
Attendees will have the opportunity to take part in guided nature walks, exploring the rich landscape of the Chatsworth Nature Preserve—home to century-old oak trees, a community garden, a seasonal vernal pool, and variety of native and migratory bird species. The event will open with a Traditional Native American Blessing and feature live animal exhibits, music, and storytelling, creating a meaningful experience for everyone.
NOTES:
Bring hats, refillable water bottles, sunscreen and comfortable walking closed toe shoes. No animals, drones, smoking, bikes, or scooters.
MORE INFO: www.ladwp.com/CNPevent
CONTACT:
LADWP | Christina Holland | christina.holland@ladwp.com | 213-804-5518
LADWP | Claudia Rodriguez | claudiaivette.rodriguez@ladwp.com | 213-982-4082
ABOUT LADWP:
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, the largest municipal water and power utility in the nation, was established more than 100 years ago to deliver reliable, safe water and electricity to 4 million residents and businesses in Los Angeles. LADWP provides its 681,000 water customers and 1.4 million electric customers with quality service at competitive prices.
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