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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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
Tree Tobacco Pull at Gypsum Canyon
Volunteer-Only Yellow Star thistle invasive removal.
- Date:
- Tue, 08/02/2022
- Time:
- 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Gypsum Staging Areas for IRC Volunteer Activity
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Distance:
- 0 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
Saturday, August 13, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Sat, 08/13/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Saturday, August 27, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Sat, 08/27/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Saturday, September 10, 2022
CANCELLED – Restoration in Big Canyon
***Restoration in Big Canyon is CANCELLED for Sat, Sept 10th due to forecasted thunderstorms and heat. Thank you for understanding, see you next time!***
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
- Date:
- Sat, 09/10/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Tree Tobacco Pull at Fremont Canyon
Volunteer-Only invasive removal.
- Date:
- Wed, 09/14/2022
- Time:
- 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Fremont Canyon Nature Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Distance:
- 0 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Invasive Control: Bommer Canyon
Invasive Species Control
- Date:
- Tue, 09/20/2022
- Time:
- 6:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Where:
- Bommer Canyon Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- Variable
- Distance:
- 0 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Tamarisk Pull at Black Star Canyon
Volunteer-Only invasive removal.
- Date:
- Thu, 09/22/2022
- Time:
- 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Distance:
- 0 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
Saturday, September 24, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Sat, 09/24/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Friday, September 30, 2022
Invasive Control: Bommer Canyon
Invasive Species Control
- Date:
- Fri, 09/30/2022
- Time:
- 6:45 AM - 10:15 AM
- Where:
- Bommer Canyon Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- Variable
- Distance:
- 0 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
Monday, October 3, 2022
Invasive Control: Bommer Canyon
Invasive Species Control
- Date:
- Mon, 10/03/2022
- Time:
- 6:45 AM - 10:30 AM
- Where:
- Bommer Canyon Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- Variable
- Distance:
- 0 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
Thursday, October 6, 2022
CANCELLED: Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Thu, 10/06/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Thu, 10/13/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Thursday, October 20, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Thu, 10/20/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Thursday, October 27, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Thu, 10/27/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Friday, October 28, 2022
Tree Tobacco Pull at Bommer Canyon
Volunteer-Only invasive removal.
- Date:
- Fri, 10/28/2022
- Time:
- 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Bommer Canyon Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Distance:
- 0 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Thu, 11/03/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Thursday, November 10, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Thu, 11/10/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Tree Tobacco Pull at Weir/Fremont Canyons
Volunteer-Only invasive removal.
- Date:
- Tue, 11/15/2022
- Time:
- 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Where:
- Weir Canyon Nature Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Distance:
- 0 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Restoration in Big Canyon
Around 25,000 plants have been installed at our Big Canyon restoration site, and we would love your help protecting the new plantings from invasive plants. Invasive plants pose a huge threat to displacing native plant communities and wildlife at the Bay, second only to habitat loss. By removing invasive weeds, we will ensure the Big Canyon project site thrives with native plants for years to come. No prior plant ID/weeding experience necessary.
Minors must have a legal guardian present at all times.
To register, go to: RestoreBigCanyon.eventbrite.com
Interested in bringing out a large group of 15 or more? Please contact Zachery Flores at zachery.flores@newportbay.org for more information on how to sign up.
Time & Location
We will meet at 9am at the project site entrance. A map with directions will be included in your confirmation email following registration. From the parking location, the project site is a short 5-minute walk into the canyon. NOTE: There are no restrooms at this location.
What to Bring/Wear
Be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. We also recommend wearing breathable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Hand tools, shovels, and gloves will be provided. All volunteers not yet fully vaccinated must wear a face mask while on the project site. Face masks are optional for fully vaccinated volunteers.
- Date:
- Thu, 11/17/2022
- Time:
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Upper Newport Bay
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 14
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Tree Tobacco Pull at Limestone Canyon
Volunteer-Only invasive removal.
- Date:
- Tue, 11/22/2022
- Time:
- 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Distance:
- 2 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
