In 2008, the Friends of Ballona Wetlands asked Huell Howser to MC the Moonlight on the Marsh celebration at Ballona. He of course said yes, with his usual exuberance: “Why of course, I’d love to!”
Walking him through the Ballona Freshwater Marsh that night was such a delight. He had never been, and marveled at what had been accomplished.
Friends’ Founder Ruth Lansford with Huell
Huell flanked by Friends’ Board President David Kay and his wife Marla on the left, Southern California Edison Archaeology Manager Adam Sriro and his wife Glenda on the right
Audubon California’s Garry George, Huell, and Friends’ Executive Director Lisa Fimiani
Huell With Friends’ Board Members Catherine Tyrrell and Mike Swimmer
Huell and Friends’ Board Member/Owner of the G2 Gallery Susan Gottlieb
Then came time to MC our event in the Saltmarsh.
Never have the Friends had such a gracious, charismatic host. Huell made the night extra special with his wit, charm, contagious smile and signature enthusiasm!
We are so grateful that Huell came to the Ballona Wetlands to celebrate with the Friends.
Rest in peace, Huell – you will be missed, but not forgotten, by so many.
