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.
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, March 23, 2019
Dig in! Plant & Protect Wildflowers with the Native Seed Farm
Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then join us at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s one-of-a-kind Native Seed Farm in Irvine! You will help us plant new little plants into our growing fields and use various weeding tools to remove weeds so our new plants can grow up strong. Having more plants at the Farm means more seeds to harvest and use to restore wildland in Orange County.
Absolutely no experience required, and all equipment is provided!
Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Participants are required to come prepared by reviewing the Stewardship Tips in their confirmation email. Under-prepared participants may be turned away.
Sunday, March 24, 2019
Wildflowers & Pollinators: A Walking Tour of the Native Seed Farm
Join Farm Stewards for a walking tour of the Native Seed Farm. With this winter’s rains the flowers should be amazing! The nature walk will highlight native plants used in our restoration efforts and which will look great in your home garden. Want to attract butterflies, hummingbirds or native bees? Bees, beetles, moths, butterflies, bats, and birds are just a few of the beneficial creatures that help create a beautiful habitat right in your own backyard!
This program includes a tour of the Native Seed Farm which grows over 50 species of native plants. Bring your camera to take photos of the beautiful blooms and discover ‘Where the Restoration Begins’!
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen and bring water as the walking tour takes place outside in the Native Seed Farm. Be able to walk on uneven terrain on dirt paths around the Farm.
Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-1 activity on the land.
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Dig in! Plant & Protect Wildflowers with the Native Seed Farm
Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then join us at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s one-of-a-kind Native Seed Farm in Irvine! You will help us plant new little plants into our growing fields and use various weeding tools to remove weeds so our new plants can grow up strong. Having more plants at the Farm means more seeds to harvest and use to restore wildland in Orange County.
Absolutely no experience required, and all equipment is provided!
Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Participants are required to come prepared by reviewing the Stewardship Tips in their confirmation email. Under-prepared participants may be turned away.
Friday, March 29, 2019
IRC Farm Steward Workday
IRC Farm Stewards are invited to help out at this “openhouse style” workday!
Our tasks and actual location are TBD, and they will be based on accomplishing the Farm’s top priority work for each specific week. Depending on the time of year we might be at the Farm doing planting, weeding, doing nursery things, or at the Extension center cleaning Farm & wild seed , or something else entirely new!
(Not a Farm Steward yet? To get started on becoming one, check out “Trainings” under the Activities category drop-down menu, and get signed up for the next quarterly Farm Intro Training!)
Saturday, March 30, 2019
Dig in! Plant & Protect Wildflowers with the Native Seed Farm
Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then join us at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s one-of-a-kind Native Seed Farm in Irvine! You will help us plant new little plants into our growing fields and use various weeding tools to remove weeds so our new plants can grow up strong. Having more plants at the Farm means more seeds to harvest and use to restore wildland in Orange County.
Absolutely no experience required, and all equipment is provided!
Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Participants are required to come prepared by reviewing the Stewardship Tips in their confirmation email. Under-prepared participants may be turned away.
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Art on the Landmarks: Painting at the Native Seed Farm
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Saturday, April 13, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Wildflowers & Pollinators: A Walking Tour of the Native Seed Farm
Join Farm Stewards for a walking tour of the Native Seed Farm. With this winter’s rains the flowers should be amazing! The nature walk will highlight native plants used in our restoration efforts and which will look great in your home garden. Want to attract butterflies, hummingbirds or native bees? Bees, beetles, moths, butterflies, bats, and birds are just a few of the beneficial creatures that help create a beautiful habitat right in your own backyard!
This program includes a tour of the Native Seed Farm which grows over 50 species of native plants. Bring your camera to take photos of the beautiful blooms and discover ‘Where the Restoration Begins’!
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen and bring water as the walking tour takes place outside in the Native Seed Farm. Be able to walk on uneven terrain on dirt paths around the Farm.
Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-1 activity on the land.
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Saturday, April 20, 2019
The Wildflower Showcase!
Come see what amazing Orange County native wildflowers will be in bloom at the Wildflower Showcase, held at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s Native Seed Farm in Irvine.
You are invited to stroll the Native Seed Farm grounds at your own pace, or join a guided walking tour and hear about the plants right at your feet. There will be a wildflower themed craft station, hand-on games and touch-stations.
Hosted by the O.C. Chapter of the California Native Plant Society and the Irvine Ranch Conservancy, this informal open-house is a great chance to
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Saturday, April 27, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Saturday, May 4, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Sunday, May 5, 2019
Wildflowers & Pollinators: A Walking Tour of the Native Seed Farm
Join Farm Stewards for a walking tour of the Native Seed Farm. With this winter’s rains the flowers should be amazing! The nature walk will highlight native plants used in our restoration efforts and which will look great in your home garden. Want to attract butterflies, hummingbirds or native bees? Bees, beetles, moths, butterflies, bats, and birds are just a few of the beneficial creatures that help create a beautiful habitat right in your own backyard!
This program includes a tour of the Native Seed Farm which grows over 50 species of native plants. Bring your camera to take photos of the beautiful blooms and discover ‘Where the Restoration Begins’!
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen and bring water as the walking tour takes place outside in the Native Seed Farm. Be able to walk on uneven terrain on dirt paths around the Farm.
Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-1 activity on the land.
Saturday, May 11, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.
Saturday, May 18, 2019
It’s Harvest Time! Collect Wildflower Seeds at the Native Seed Farm
Could use a boost of living colors? Looking for a way 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 will be harvesting seeds from beautiful native spring wildflowers, like California Poppies and Arroyo Lupines. Absolutely no experience or special equipment required!
Please note our Minors Policy as noted on the letsgooutside.org website: All minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. They must also (both parent and minor) be registered for the Irvine Ranch Conservancy led program they wish to attend.
Reviewing the 1-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this Level 1 activity.