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Terranea Discovery Trail w/ Lacy Olson-Ayala {Psychology}

  • Terranea Discovery Trail 31300 Palos Verdes Drive South Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275 United States (map)

IMPORTANT UPDATE: STARTING 11/5/2023 WE WILL BE REVERTING TO FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. Sign ups will open 9PM on Sundays of Wave release (instead of being open 9PM-12AM)

Trip Description:

Come join soak up some iconic beach views on this 2 mile nature walk in Palos Verdes! This is a super chill hike with great views and great conversation, so get psyched!

Note: Dr. Lacy may bring her 4-year-old daughter who loves chatting with students!

PACKING LIST:

  • Sun protection! (hat, sunscreen, etc)

  • Water!!

  • Waivers



PROFESSOR: Dr. Lacy Olson-Ayala

Dr. Lacy Olson-Ayala is a professor at USC teaching a variety of undergraduate and masters psychology courses from adolescent development to psychopharmacology. She is a licensed clinical psychologist currently practicing in LA with an expertise in psychopathy and trauma therapy. Additionally, this her first trip with Peaks, so we are incredibly excited for a fun hike!


PEAK: Terranea Discovery Trail

DIFFICULTY: 1/5

SCENERY: beach walk vibes, gorgeous views

FUN FACT: “My roommate is from PV and I love it there.” -Andrea


TRIP LEAD: Andrea

If you come I will tell you about the audiobook I’m listening to (this is a threat and a promise)…

Contact Andrea: asia@usc.edu

Read Andrea's bio here.