Do a good deed and get a dose of Nature! Come experience the cool mornings and the spicy aromas of a California autumn while working with us at our one-of-a-kind Native Seed Farm in Irvine.

You will be harvesting seeds from robust native fall wildflowers and bushes— things like California Buckwheat and our iconic Sagebrush. 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 2 activity.

Do a good deed and get a dose of Nature! Come experience the cool mornings and the spicy aromas of a California autumn while working with us at our one-of-a-kind Native Seed Farm in Irvine.

You will be harvesting seeds from robust native fall wildflowers and bushes— things like California Buckwheat and our iconic Sagebrush. 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 2 activity.

Do a good deed and get a dose of Nature! Come experience the cool mornings and the spicy aromas of a California autumn while working with us at our one-of-a-kind Native Seed Farm in Irvine.

You will be harvesting seeds from robust native fall wildflowers and bushes— things like California Buckwheat and our iconic Sagebrush. 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 2 activity.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

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 afternoon helping out at the Native Seed Farm! Stewardship activities can include harvesting native seed, weeding, and planting. 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.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then come help out at the Native Seed Farm in Irvine!   There you can help the Irvine Ranch Conservancy grow and harvest native seeds which will be used to repair wildland right here in Orange County.

This winter we will be working together to add new little plants at the Farm. Once they are all planted, we will use creative tools and techniques to defend them from weeds! No experience required.  All gloves and tools are provided.

Please note our Minors Policy as shown on the letsgooutside.org website:  Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each adult and child must be registered.

You will need to bring and wear the right things, so read the Stewardship Tips  in your confirmation email. If you are under-prepared you may be turned away.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then please join the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at our Native Seed Farm! These weekly stewardship activities take place on most Wednesdays and Saturdays year-round. The plants you help grow on the Farm are selected by our ecologists to support natural diversity and ecosystem resilience. Many provide food and shelter for rare, native species like the Coastal Cactus Wren and the Quino Checkerspot Butterfly. The seeds and plants we work with will be used to restore habitats within the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.

You will participate in a variety of activities that change with the seasons. These may include soil preparation, planting, harvesting, weed removal, and much more. Work is on relatively level ground but may require some bending, stooping, kneeling or crouching, and use of fine motor skills. Tools, gloves, and training are provided. No experience is needed!

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

Registration will open again at a later date dependent on State and County regulations and to minimize the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19). Please check back for updates. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then please join the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at our Native Seed Farm! These weekly stewardship activities take place on most Wednesdays and Saturdays year-round. The plants you help grow on the Farm are selected by our ecologists to support natural diversity and ecosystem resilience. Many provide food and shelter for rare, native species like the Coastal Cactus Wren and the Quino Checkerspot Butterfly. The seeds and plants we work with will be used to restore habitats within the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.

You will participate in a variety of activities that change with the seasons. These may include soil preparation, planting, harvesting, weed removal, and much more. Work is on relatively level ground but may require some bending, stooping, kneeling or crouching, and use of fine motor skills. Tools, gloves, and training are provided. No experience is needed!

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

The activity as originally created does not meet current Covid-19 guidelines for phase 2 reopening and will not take place. We are in the process of evaluating our activities and guidelines, and creating activities that will keep our volunteers and participants safe and healthy. Please monitor LetsGoOutside.org for updated future activities.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then please join the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at our Native Seed Farm! These weekly stewardship activities take place on most Wednesdays and Saturdays year-round. The plants you help grow on the Farm are selected by our ecologists to support natural diversity and ecosystem resilience. Many provide food and shelter for rare, native species like the Coastal Cactus Wren and the Quino Checkerspot Butterfly. The seeds and plants we work with will be used to restore habitats within the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.

You will participate in a variety of activities that change with the seasons. These may include soil preparation, planting, harvesting, weed removal, and much more. Work is on relatively level ground but may require some bending, stooping, kneeling or crouching, and use of fine motor skills. Tools, gloves, and training are provided. No experience is needed!

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

The activity as originally created does not meet current Covid-19 guidelines for phase 2 reopening and will not take place. We are in the process of evaluating our activities and guidelines, and creating activities that will keep our volunteers and participants safe and healthy. Please monitor LetsGoOutside.org for updated future activities.

Want to have fun while giving back to nature? Then please join the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at our Native Seed Farm! These weekly stewardship activities take place on most Wednesdays and Saturdays year-round. The plants you help grow on the Farm are selected by our ecologists to support natural diversity and ecosystem resilience. Many provide food and shelter for rare, native species like the Coastal Cactus Wren and the Quino Checkerspot Butterfly. The seeds and plants we work with will be used to restore habitats within the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.

You will participate in a variety of activities that change with the seasons. These may include soil preparation, planting, harvesting, weed removal, and much more. Work is on relatively level ground but may require some bending, stooping, kneeling or crouching, and use of fine motor skills. Tools, gloves, and training are provided. No experience is needed!

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

IRC Farm Stewards are invited to help at this all-purpose Farm workday!

Our tasks each day are to be determined, but we’ll be tackling whatever jobs are top priority. Harvesting, weeding, cutting back branches- whatever it takes! Activities may include bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, long periods of standing, reaching, pulling, grabbing, and pushing.

We will be divided into two groups of 3 ( Group A & Group B) and spread out on the Farm in order to distance.

Group A & B will work in different zones. The groups will take alternating breaks, and will need to adhere to the standards outlined in your COVID-19 stewardship guidelines below:

These guidelines and procedures are for volunteers who will be working individually or on a small team (three or less) in the field with no public interaction who can implement volunteer work while maintaining the mandatory physical distancing and other protocols. Until further notice and to minimize exposure and transmission of the COVID-19 virus, please review and strictly follow the procedures below.

You must be able to drive or otherwise transport yourself to a staging area, trailhead, or entry point. Transportation of other people is prohibited.

Before leaving your home to report for volunteer work, conduct a self-assessment by 

responding to the following questions (current as of May 31, 2020, from the CDC). 

1. Are you experiencing any of the following?

• a. Fever or chills
• b. Cough
• c. Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• d. Fatigue
• e. Muscle or body aches
• f. Headache
• g. New loss of taste or smell
• h. Sore throat
• i. Congestion or runny nose
• j. Nausea or vomiting
• k. Diarrhea

2. Have you had contact with anyone within the last 14 days who has been sick?

If you answered YES to any item above, stay HOME. And stay HOME if you are 

not feeling well, even if your symptoms are not on the list above. Please contact 

the volunteer management team at activityoperations@irconservancy.org or (714) 

508-4760 (call, do not text). Seek medical attention by contacting your doctor or 

medical provider.

Seek emergency medical care immediately if you are experiencing any of the following (current as of May 31, 2020, from the CDC):

• Trouble breathing,
• Persistent  pain or pressure in the chest,
• New confusion,
• Inability to wake or stay awake,
• Bluish lips or face.

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