Activities and Programs

The activities below are offered by a variety of organizations and their dedicated volunteers. All programs are FREE unless noted below. Programs led by IRC-Certified Volunteers require pre-registration, which closes at 4 p.m. on the day prior to the event.  No walk-up registrations will be permitted for these events. For policies of other organizations, please use the sign-up information provided. For mobility device policies click here.

Irvine Ranch Conservancy is committed to providing a safe and respectful environment for all participants, volunteers, and employees. Certain offensive behaviors, including problematic language or attacks based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or veteran status will not be tolerated. Participating in certain offensive behaviors may lead to dismissal from activities.

 

    Note: Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for these events. For programs requiring online registration, each adult and child must be registered.

Need help? For the fastest answers, look for organization-specific contact information in each event listing (click More Information for full listing). If no contact information is listed, email info@irconservancy.org for assistance.

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Saturday, January 28, 2017

Nursery and Plant Care

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Nursery and Plant Care

Led by Laguna Canyon Foundation in partnership with OC Parks. Join us at our native plant nursery as we care for native plants from their seed stage to their mature, ready-to-be planted stage. Volunteers may collect seeds, sow seeds in flats, bump plants up, plant at restoration sites, sterilize plant containers, and/or help maintain the facilities for the plants. Gain hands-on experience with habitat restoration while working alongside other zany and interesting plant lovers! Online reservations required: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities.

Nursery and Plant Care
Date:
Sat, 01/28/2017
Time:
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:
Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
15
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Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm

Stewardship
Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm

Miss playing in the dirt?  Want to give back to Nature? Then sign up to help behind the scenes at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s one-of-a-kind native seed farm in Irvine! You’ll have a chance to “dig into” this easy, satisfying work.

Together we will be planting new plants into our growing fields, and weeding to protect them while they grow. Tools, knee pads and a how-to lesson will be provided. No experience needed! Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.

Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm
Date:
Sat, 01/28/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Native Seed Farm OCP
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
8
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2017

EOM Irvine Regional Park January 2017

Stewardship
Stewardship
EOM Irvine Regional Park January 2017
Date:
Tue, 01/31/2017
Time:
12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Where:
Irvine Regional Park
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
12
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EOM Laguna Coast January 2017

Stewardship
Stewardship
EOM Laguna Coast January 2017
Date:
Tue, 01/31/2017
Time:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Where:
Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
12
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EOM OC Zoo January 2017

Stewardship
Stewardship
EOM OC Zoo January 2017
Date:
Tue, 01/31/2017
Time:
12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Where:
OC Zoo
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
12
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EOM Peters Canyon January 2017

Stewardship
Stewardship
EOM Peters Canyon January 2017
Date:
Tue, 01/31/2017
Time:
12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Where:
Peters Canyon Regional Park
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
12
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EOM Santiago Oaks January 2017

Stewardship
Stewardship
EOM Santiago Oaks January 2017
Date:
Tue, 01/31/2017
Time:
12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Where:
Santiago Oaks Regional Park
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
12
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EOM NOCO Jan 2017

Stewardship
Stewardship
EOM NOCO Jan 2017
Date:
Tue, 01/31/2017
Time:
1:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Where:
Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
12
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Wednesday, February 1, 2017

EOM Whiting Febuary 2017

Stewardship
Stewardship
EOM Whiting Febuary 2017
Date:
Wed, 02/01/2017 - Tue, 02/28/2017
Time:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Where:
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
12
Family Friendly:
Yes
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Science Summary – Hicks Haul Road Invasive Weed Survey

Stewardship
Stewardship

Monthly summary of Volunteer Hours not associated with public events

Offline Invasive Weed Survey

Offline Invasion Weed Removal at Portal Canyon

Stephen Chung:

Science Summary - Hicks Haul Road Invasive Weed Survey
Date:
Wed, 02/01/2017
Time:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Irvine Ranch Conservancy
Difficulty Rating:
4
Minimum Age:
12
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Science Summary: GSOB – Wier

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer  Hours for stewardship work performed.

 

 

 

Science Summary: GSOB - Wier
Date:
Wed, 02/01/2017
Time:
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Where:
Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
16 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm

Stewardship
Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm

Miss playing in the dirt?  Want to give back to Nature? Then sign up to help behind the scenes at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s one-of-a-kind native seed farm in Irvine! You’ll have a chance to “dig into” this easy, satisfying work.

Together we will be planting new plants into our growing fields, and weeding to protect them while they grow. Tools, knee pads and a how-to lesson will be provided. No experience needed! Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.

Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm
Date:
Wed, 02/01/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Native Seed Farm COI
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
8
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Invasive Removal in Orchard Hills – Tree Tobacco

Stewardship
Invasive Removal in Orchard Hills - Tree Tobacco

Please join in and help Irvine Ranch Conservancy volunteers with manual removal of Tree Tobacco in Orchard Hills. We will be allowing native plants to flourish by removing the invasive Tree Tobacco. We will be working along the Orchard Hills trail and removing plants with weed wrenches, shovels, and a pick.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-4 activity on the land.

 

 

 

Invasive Removal in Orchard Hills - Tree Tobacco
Date:
Wed, 02/01/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where:
Orchard Hills
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
1 miles
Minimum Age:
18
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Youth Action Team Stewardship at Bommer Canyon

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Youth Action Team Stewardship at Bommer Canyon

The Youth Action Team, an after school community-service based program throughout the City of Irvine regularly volunteers their time to steward the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. This week, middle school students will spend their morning helping to enhance Bommer Canyon! Stewardship activities can include planting native species to enhance the habitat, planting cactus to close social trails, watering newly planted natives, and more. Please help lead this group and provide a wonderful experience they will never forget!

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-2 activity on the land.

Youth Action Team Stewardship at Bommer Canyon
Date:
Wed, 02/01/2017
Time:
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Where:
Bommer Canyon Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
2
Minimum Age:
18
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Thursday, February 2, 2017

Ranger Reserve Camera Service, Irvine Ranch Open Space, OC Parks

Stewardship
Stewardship

Come out to assist OC Park Rangers service a system of access monitoring cameras on the Irvine Ranch Open Space. Explore the beautiful Irvine Ranch Open Space while providing critical assistance to the camera program. Must be a current OC Parks Ranger Reserve to participate. Prior experience on the Open Space camera route, or working with someone who has, is required.

Ranger Reserve Camera Service, Irvine Ranch Open Space, OC Parks
Date:
Thu, 02/02/2017
Time:
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
Variable
Minimum Age:
12
Family Friendly:
Yes
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Backcountry Patrol

Stewardship
Stewardship

Seeking Ranger Reserves and OC Parks Volunteers to assist with backcountry patrol of park trails. Patrolling the trails is at times is strenuous and will include passing out maps, educating public about importance of keeping their dogs on a leash and making a presence on the trails. Other duties may include repairing broken fencing, checking for graffiti and investigating illegal trail use in Weir canyon.

Backcountry Patrol
Date:
Thu, 02/02/2017
Time:
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where:
Santiago Oaks Regional Park
Difficulty Rating:
4
Minimum Age:
16
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Friday, February 3, 2017

First Friday Habitat Restoration in Buck Gully

Stewardship
First Friday Habitat Restoration in Buck Gully

Birds and other wildlife need healthy habitat to thrive. Simple things like planting native plants can greatly improve habitat for wildlife. You can be part of that positive impact while enjoying the beauty of Buck Gully near Newport Beach. This activity takes place on sloped terrain and sturdy hiking boots are highly recommended. All training, tools, and gloves will be provided to ensure your safety and comfort. Rattlesnakes are occasionally seen here and generally avoid people, but protective gear will be provided.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-3 activity on the land.

First Friday Habitat Restoration in Buck Gully
Date:
Fri, 02/03/2017
Time:
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Buck Gully Reserve
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
16
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Saturday, February 4, 2017

Restoration at Bayview

Stewardship
Stewardship
Restoration at Bayview
Date:
Sat, 02/04/2017
Time:
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:
Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
12
More Information  

Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm

Stewardship
Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm

Miss playing in the dirt?  Want to give back to Nature? Then sign up to help behind the scenes at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s one-of-a-kind native seed farm in Irvine! You’ll have a chance to “dig into” this easy, satisfying work.

Together we will be planting new plants into our growing fields, and weeding to protect them while they grow. Tools, knee pads and a how-to lesson will be provided. No experience needed! Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.

Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm
Date:
Sat, 02/04/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Native Seed Farm OCP
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
8
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  

Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm

Stewardship
Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm

Miss playing in the dirt?  Want to give back to Nature? Then sign up to help behind the scenes at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s one-of-a-kind native seed farm in Irvine! You’ll have a chance to “dig into” this easy, satisfying work.

Together we will be planting new plants into our growing fields, and weeding to protect them while they grow. Tools, knee pads and a how-to lesson will be provided. No experience needed! Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.

Dig in! Plant Wildflowers at the Native Seed Farm
Date:
Wed, 02/08/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Native Seed Farm COI
Difficulty Rating:
1
Minimum Age:
8
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  
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