Films & programs: Winter camping, exploring tidepools, vanishing cultures

CAMPING

Workshop

Experts offer tips on gear, clothing, nutrition and more for winter campers.

When, where: 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at REI stores in Rancho Cucamonga, 12218 E. Foothill Blvd., and Northridge, 18605 Devonshire St.

Admission, info: Free. (909) 646-8360 for Rancho Cucamonga, (818) 831-5555 for Northridge.

SAN PEDRO

Explore low tides at the Point Fermin tide pools with the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium.

When, where: 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 16 and 1:30-3 p.m. Dec. 17. Call aquarium for weekday dates and times.

Admission, info: Free. 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro. (310) 548-7562

ASIA

Presentation

James Michael Dorsey will discuss vanishing tribes and cultures he has spent two decades visiting.

When, where: Noon Dec. 16 at Hummus House Restaurant, 12211 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne.

Admission, info: $20 for lunch and program. Hosted by the Network for Travel Club. RSVP to Odette Ricasa at (323) 578-3601.

Please email announcements at least three weeks before the event to travel@latimes.com.