​Friendsgiving Spark Walk: Conversations in Nature

​Saturday, November 21, 2026
El Dorado Nature Center · Long Beach

​Friendsgiving is even better with fresh air, good conversation, and a few new people to share it with.

​Picture a Saturday morning beneath the trees: a warm welcome, a conversation prompt that gets everyone talking, an easygoing walk through the nature trails, then a few more hours together at the picnic benches sharing lunch and stories. That’s the Friendsgiving edition of Spark Walk. Come for the fresh air. Stay for your people.

​🥪 PLEASE BRING A PACKED LUNCH 🥪

​After the walk, we’re gathering at the picnic benches for our Friendsgiving lunch and chat. Bring your own packed lunch so you can enjoy the meal with the group. We’re saving time to sit, eat, and keep the good conversations going.

​The morning

​Arrival begins at 9:15 AM
Welcome and connection at 9:30 AM
We’ll start walking promptly at 9:45 AM

​We’ll walk approximately 2.3 miles at a relaxed pace. Plan to spend the morning with us through 1:00 PM, including the walk, lunch, and time to chat.

​We’ll meet in the grassy area at the back of the parking lot, by the turtle statue, benches, and restroom. There are also restrooms along the trail.

​A few things to know

​The route is a dirt trail, so wear comfortable shoes suited for uneven ground. Bring water, and sunglasses or a hat if you’d like. No pets are allowed on the trail.

​Weekend parking is $8 per vehicle. The entry booths are cashless, so plan to pay by card or another accepted cashless method.

​Come on your own and we’ll help you settle in. Coming with someone? Please have them register too. Every person attending needs their own registration.

​Spark Walk is a relaxed, conversation led experience for adults. We’ll start with a prompt, make room to connect with different people, and let the conversations unfold naturally. Registration is required, and we’ll ask one simple question: Why would you like to attend Spark Walk?

​Please make every effort to come once you reserve your space. Your presence is part of what makes the experience special. Help new people feel welcome, respect personal boundaries, and keep conversations comfortable for everyone. Please don’t use the event to sell, recruit clients, solicit attendees, or promote a business.

​Photos and video

​Photos and short videos may be captured during Spark Walk and used on Social Sparkle’s website, social media, and promotional materials. By attending, you consent to appearing in event photography and video.

​Follow us on Instagram at @socialsparkleirl for updates and more community moments.

​Bringing children

​This event is geared toward adults meeting and having conversations, and we understand that busy adults sometimes have children with them. Children are more than welcome to come. Please keep the adult focus in mind and help your children be respectful of the conversations and connections happening around the group.

​Come curious. Come open. Come ready to connect.