Join Clockshop to learn about local wildlife and aquatic species in the Los Angeles River Watershed! At the water’s edge, wildlife enthusiasts of all skill levels will learn about the species of the river, both native and nonnative, as well as thriving and locally extinct. Attendees will also have a chance to cast a line themselves, guided by Sam Reese, and Derek Yee will lead a gyotaku demonstration, a traditional Japanese method of printing fish. Facilitators will share the current status of the LA River and the forthcoming Bowtie Wetland Demonstration, a 3.5-acre stormwater filtration and habitat project by The Nature Conservancy. 

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Field Day: Fish
Saturday, July 11, 2026
10:00 AM–12:30 PM
Clockshop
2806 Clearwater Street
Los Angeles, CA 90039

Field Day is a series of all-ages outdoor workshops that invite the public to learn about and engage with urban habitats, wildlife, and waterways in the Los Angeles River Watershed. Clockshop first programmed this series at the Bowtie Project between 2017 and 2018 in collaboration with artists, educators, and California State Parks.

Animals of the LA River, a limited edition zine illustrated by artist Mabel Ye will also launch at this program. The zine serves as a field guide to the Glendale Narrows section of the LA River and gives an overview of 12 species that live or have lived in our waterways, offering fun facts and tips for identification

ABOUT THE FACILITATORS
Compleat is an extension of Sam Reese’s work in fly fishing thus far. Sam leads the Usal fly fishing program and is a passionate outdoorsman, skilled fly fisherman, and experienced designer with two decades of dedication to the art and craft of fly fishing. He started Compleat with the goal to coalesce the new & old worlds of fly fishing and chart new paths to making better anglers through education & appreciation of our local cold water fisheries. Sam’s extensive experience on the water, combined with his deep knowledge of gear, techniques, and the nuances of the sport, makes him a trusted member of the fly fishing community. Whether crafting intricate flies, navigating pristine waters, or mentoring others, Sam brings a blend of creativity, skill, and a genuine love for the outdoors to everything he does.

Derek Yee is an art instructor at the City of Los Angeles Barnsdall Art Center. He currently teaches stained glass and provides printmaking lectures and demonstrations. Mr. Yee has exhibited his artwork and lectured at UCLA, Barnsdall and at Studio 50 in Pasadena. Aside from Art, Mr. Yee is a business attorney. He received his B.A. in Economics from the University of Colorado in Boulder and a J.D. from Boston College Law School. Among numerous business clients, he serves as the General Counsel to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce (Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Walk of Fame). He also serves on the Boards of the Assistance League of Los Angeles and Hollywood PALz (Girl Scouts and other Hollywood community activities). He was raised in Honolulu, Hawaii.

ABOUT THE ARTIST
Mabel Ye is an Emmy award winning artist working in animation and illustration.

• By car: There is street parking surrounding the building. If you are driving, we recommend searching for parking on Clearwater St, Fruitdale St, and Gilroy St. Please be mindful of two-hour parking on Ripple Street. We always recommend carpooling or ridesharing as parking availability can be impacted by neighbors like Salazar and Zebulon.
• By bus: There are two bus stops nearby: 603 on Fletcher/Ripple and 182 on Fletcher/Crystal.
• By bike: You are welcome to bring in your bike for safekeeping.

CREDITS
This event was made possible by our ongoing partnership with California State Parks and The Nature Conservancy, and through support from the Safe Clean Water Program.