Trails & Open Space Newsletter

August 2025

For more information, call (818) 548-3795

RSVP using the links below or visit GlendaleCA.gov/Trails 

Fall 2025 Leisure Guide
Now Available Online!

The Leisure Guide is our seasonal e-publication filled with everything you need to know about our latest programs, classes, services, and events. Whether you're looking for activities for tots, teens, adults, or seniors, there's something for everyone!

Inside, you'll also find a complete list of parks, details on rental facilities, and our department's phone directory—all in one convenient place.

View or download this season's Leisure Guide at GlendaleCA.gov/LG!

Nature is Calling and the
Wander the Wilderness Bus
is Answering!

Enjoy Deukmejian Wilderness Park without worrying about how to get there. Wander the Wilderness Bus is a FREE shuttle operating every weekend, since Sunday, January 28, 2024, to help you and your family get to the park.

For more information visit the Wander the Wilderness Bus website.

Funding for the bus is provided by Metro, a partner in our community.

Volunteer Workdays

Riverwalk Workdays on Pause for Summer

Due to the high temperatures during the peak of summer, Riverwalk Workdays will remain on break through August, 2025. The safety and well-being of our volunteers is our top priority, and extreme heat can make outdoor efforts along the river challenging.

We’ll be back in September, ready to resume our stewardship of the river as the weather cools down. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to keeping our riverfront clean and beautiful.

Stay cool, stay safe—we’ll see you in the fall!

Wilderness Workday
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, Glendale, CA 91214
Saturday, August 16, 2025
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Help us water our bigcone spruce and coast live oaks, assist with trail repairs, and remove invasive plants from the park. Please wear sturdy shoes, protective clothing, and bring water. Families, individuals, clubs and students needing community service hours are welcome. In case of rain, this event will be cancelled. 

Interpretive Programs

Campfire Program:
"Batty for Bats"
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, Glendale, CA 91214
Friday, August 23, 2025
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Learn about native bats, the benefits of bats, and the challenges they face. Kim Todd, LA Zoo docent and BCI certified bat ambassador will be our speaker. This will be an evening of songs, skits, smiles, and s'mores. Come at 6:30 PM for a craft or arrive at 7:00 PM for the campfire program. 

Glendale Outdoors! (GO!) Community Program
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, Glendale, CA 91214
Saturday, August 9, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM*

Spend some quality family time enjoying the great outdoors once a month! We invite the public to join us for an interpretive hike in Deukmejian Wilderness Park, a nature craft, nature themed games, and a tour of the Stone Barn Nature Center. We will provide water, snacks, and bus transportation from Pacific Community Center, leaving at 8:30 AM and returning at 12:30 PM  Funding for the bus is provided by Metro, a partner in our community.

*Program time begins at 9:00 AM at Deukmejian Wilderness Park. If you choose to meet at the park, please arrive by 8:45 AM. The program ends at 12:00 PM, and bus riders will return to Pacific Community Center by 12:30 PM.

Important information:

• A FREE bus leaves from Pacific Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Avenue, at 8:30 AM and returns at 12:30 PM.
• Everyone is encouraged to ride the bus! Please arrive by 8:00 AM to check-in with the staff if you are riding the bus with us.
• Please wear sturdy shoes, long pants, and a hat or cap.
• Adult supervision is required! One adult for every three children 17 and under is required.
• Please click button below to RSVP. For more information, please call (818) 937- 7428.

Adventure Awaits with Agents of Discovery

Agents of Discovery is a FREE, educational, mobile game in which players of all ages can learn and test their knowledge of natural, cultural, and historic resources at parks around the world. Now you can explore City of Glendale parks in a whole new way! The Agents of Discovery app will take you on self-guided walks, with themed missions full of fun challenges and interactive, virtual activities along the way. Each Mission has a map of its location and a Field Agent to guide you. Visit GlendaleCA.gov/AgentsofDiscovery to learn how to play!

Volunteer Opportunities

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR TRAIL SAFETY PATROL VOLUNTEERS!

As a Trail Safety Patrol (TSP) volunteer, you have a unique opportunity to assist the City of Glendale by providing public assistance and resource protection. Your influence on park visitors will enhance their experience and safety while in our parks. The TSP consists of two units: The Mountain Bike Unit and the Hike Unit.

TSP volunteers must be 18 years of age, undergo a background check and City-mandated trail safety training, attend a First Aid/CPR certification class, be in good health, and devote a minimum of two hours per month. If interested, please send an email to Trails@GlendaleCA.gov. 

Stone Barn Nature Center 

Stone Barn Nature Center
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, Glendale, CA 91214

Hours of Operation:

            Friday              3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Stone Barn Rentals

The Stone Barn is available for rentals.
Please contact us at (818) 937-7428 or visit
GlendaleCA.gov/Stonebarn for more information.

Nature center is available for rental with or without the displays in place.

Available for parties, events, and meetings.

Maximum capacity: 88 (banquet style).

Interpretive Nature Program available for birthday parties and events.

Indoor/Outdoor space available.

All Trails & Open Space programs are sponsored by the
Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation.