Night Sky Exploration Hike at Saddleback Wilderness

Interpretive
Night Sky Exploration Hike at Saddleback Wilderness

Come take a tour of the night sky, while hiking in the Saddleback Wilderness, part of OCParks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. We will explore the importance of dark skies and the use of stars for navigation, by wildlife and our ancestors. Please dress in layers, bring water, and come prepared with a pack, sturdy closed-toed hiking shoes or boots, first aid, and all other supplies to keep you safe and healthy on the trail. Each participant should carry their own pack and water. Under-prepared participants may be denied access to this activity. All flashlights must have a red lens or red tinting.

Please note that you will be asked to adhere to the following measures in order to participate:

  • Be registered in advance, no walk-up registration is permitted.
  • Arrive with all necessary equipment to keep you safe on the trail, including water, proper attire, and closed-toe footwear, first aid, health needs etc.
  • Restrooms will be available, but facilities will not be sanitized for each individual.
  • All participants are required to sign a liability waiver upon arrival at the staging area and before beginning the activity. The waiver can be previewed here: IRC Liability Waiver
  • You may be prevented from participating if you do not adhere to the above protocols.

Additionally, in an effort to respect and protect all employees, volunteers, and participants, please do not sign up or attend if you are not feeling well, exhibiting any symptoms of illness or have been in recent contact with someone who was ill.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-2 activity on the land. Please visit our FAQ page for answers to activity specific questions you may have prior to registering.

Activity Details Led by IRC

Date:
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Duration (hours:minutes):
1:30
Type:
Interpretive
Organization:
OC Parks
Area:
Saddleback Wilderness
Staging Area:
Saddleback Staging Area
Difficulty:
2
Distance:
2 miles
Elevation Change:
200 feet
Minimum Age:
All Ages
Family Friendly:
Yes
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.

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