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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Friday, June 2, 2017

First Friday Habitat Restoration in Buck Gully

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First Friday Habitat Restoration in Buck Gully

Birds and other wildlife need healthy habitat to thrive. Simple things like collecting seed from 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, 06/02/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Buck Gully Reserve
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
16
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Sunday, June 4, 2017

Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill

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Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill

Please join us at the Community Stewardship Native Plant Nursery located at the Quail Hill Trailhead in Irvine. We have been growing native Sagebrush, Buckwheat and Cobweb thistle at the nursery. Help us to plant the nursery grown plants, as well as weed out pesky Russian thistle (tumbleweed) seedlings to ensure the newly planted natives have room to thrive. This is a unique opportunity to help propagate plants at a nursery and plant them in the ground – all in the same location. Your work at the nursery will help to enhance the native habitat and directly benefit the local wildlife!

Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill
Date:
Sun, 06/04/2017
Time:
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
2
Minimum Age:
6
Family Friendly:
Yes
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Thursday, June 8, 2017

Second Thursday Habitat Restoration in Newport Bay

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Second Thursday Habitat Restoration in Newport Bay

Birds and other wildlife need healthy habitat to thrive. Simple things like weeding and watering native plants can greatly improve habitat for wildlife. You can be part of that positive impact while enjoying the beauty of Newport Bay and Big Canyon. All training, tools, and gloves will be provided to ensure your safety and comfort. Note that this activity is held on the 2nd Thursday of each month.

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

Second Thursday Habitat Restoration in Newport Bay
Date:
Thu, 06/08/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Big Canyon Nature Park
Difficulty Rating:
3
Minimum Age:
14
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Friday, June 9, 2017

Science Summary: Invasive Control – Buck Gully

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer Only Hours for stewardship work performed.

Bill Braly:  Invasive removal with Isaac Ostmann

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Science Summary:  Invasive Control - Buck Gully
Date:
Fri, 06/09/2017
Time:
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Where:
Santiago Oaks Regional Park
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Saturday, June 10, 2017

Adopt-a-Canyon: Agua Chinon Stewardship

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Adopt-a-Canyon: Agua Chinon Stewardship

Are you a nature lover, hiker, gardener, or just need to get outside to refresh yourself? Does the idea of adopting a canyon across four seasons and being part of a longer term project interest you? Please come help Irvine Ranch Conservancy restore local habitat, native plants, and wildlife so they may thrive in the canyon of Agua Chinon. No experience is necessary other than a desire to explore and care for our open space. Participants may engage in plant identification, removal of invasive weeds, and planting native plants.

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

Adopt-a-Canyon: Agua Chinon Stewardship
Date:
Sat, 06/10/2017
Time:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
Variable
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
14
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill

Stewardship
Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill

Please join us at the Community Stewardship Native Plant Nursery located at the Quail Hill Trailhead in Irvine. We have been growing native Sagebrush, Buckwheat and Cobweb thistle at the nursery. Help us to plant the nursery grown plants, as well as weed out pesky Russian thistle (tumbleweed) seedlings to ensure the newly planted natives have room to thrive. This is a unique opportunity to help propagate plants at a nursery and plant them in the ground – all in the same location. Your work at the nursery will help to enhance the native habitat and directly benefit the local wildlife!

Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill
Date:
Tue, 06/13/2017
Time:
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
2
Minimum Age:
6
Family Friendly:
Yes
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Volunteer Support Needed: Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill

Stewardship
Volunteer Support Needed: Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill

Please join us in a corporate group stewardship at the Native Plant Nursery located at the Quail Hill Trailhead in Irvine. We have been growing native Sagebrush, Buckwheat and Cobweb thistle at the nursery. Help us to water the nursery grown plants, as well as weed out pesky Russian thistle (tumbleweed) seedlings to ensure the newly planted natives have room to thrive. Your work at the nursery and on Quail Hill Loop will help to enhance the native habitat and directly benefit local wildlife!

Volunteer Support Needed: Native Plant Nursery at Quail Hill
Date:
Wed, 06/14/2017
Time:
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
2
Minimum Age:
18
Family Friendly:
Yes
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Thursday, June 15, 2017

Pulling Together at Quail Hill

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Pulling Together at Quail Hill

Invading weeds degrade habitat for birds and other wildlife. Help us keep wildlife healthy by weeding artichoke thistle from the Quail Hill loop in Irvine. This activity takes place on uneven 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-4 activity on the land.

Pulling Together at Quail Hill
Date:
Thu, 06/15/2017
Time:
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
16
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Monday, June 19, 2017

Tecate Cypress Stewardship

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Tecate Cypress Stewardship

The Tecate Cypress is a rare species found only in southern California and northern Baja California. Unfortunately, the northern most population in the Santa Ana Mountains is in severe decline due to too-frequent wildfires. In effort to protect this rare species, locally genetic trees have been planted in Fremont Canyon, in close proximity to the staging area. Join us as we deeply water and weed around the young trees. Your work will ensure the newly-planted Tecate has all they need to thrive, and will directly help the effort to ensure the persistence of this unique forest community here in Orange County!

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

Tecate Cypress Stewardship
Date:
Mon, 06/19/2017
Time:
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:
Fremont Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
2
Minimum Age:
10
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Thursday, June 22, 2017

Volunteer Support: Irvine Regional Park Stewardship Day

Stewardship
Stewardship

Come join us to enhance Irvine Regional Park by removing invasive weeds, and help restore native habitat for local wildlife. Invasive weeds compete with native plants for soil, nutrients and water further degrading the ecological health of important plant communities.

Volunteer Support: Irvine Regional Park Stewardship Day
Date:
Thu, 06/22/2017
Time:
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Irvine Regional Park
Difficulty Rating:
4
Minimum Age:
18
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Wednesday, June 28, 2017

4th Wednesday Habitat Restoration at Quail Hill

Stewardship
Stewardship

Birds and other wildlife need healthy habitat to thrive. Simple things like weeding can greatly improve habitat for wildlife. You can be part of that positive impact! All training, tools, and gloves will be provided to ensure your safety and comfort. Note that this activity is held on the 4th Wednesday of each month.
Please review the Difficulty Ratings before registering. Understanding the 1-through-5 ratings system will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-3 activity on the land.

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

4th Wednesday Habitat Restoration at Quail Hill
Date:
Wed, 06/28/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Irvine Open Space Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
14
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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Saturday, July 1, 2017

Citizen Science: Cactus Wren Survey

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer  Hours for stewardship work performed.

Various Locations: Shoestring, Siphon Reservoir, Fremont Road, Quail Trail, and MWD Road and Round Canyon

Dave Beller: 7/12/2017 – 5.0 hours;  7/19/2017 – 5.0 hours; 7/25/2017 – 5.0; 7/2017 – 5.0:

Total Hours: 20.0

 

Citizen Science: Cactus Wren Survey
Date:
Sat, 07/01/2017
Time:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Fremont Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Citizen Science: Cactus Wren Survey

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer  Hours for stewardship work performed.

Orchard & Siphon Reservoir, and Limestone Ridge

Judy Bright: 7/11/2017 – 5.0 hours; 7/20/2017 – 5.0 hours; Total Hours: 10.0

 

Citizen Science: Cactus Wren Survey
Date:
Sat, 07/01/2017
Time:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Orchard Hills
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
3 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Citizen Science: Cactus Wren Survey

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer  Hours for stewardship work performed. Limestone Ridge

Paul Hudrick: 7/7/2017 – 5.0 hours; Total Hours: 5.0

 

Citizen Science: Cactus Wren Survey
Date:
Sat, 07/01/2017
Time:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
10 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Citizen Science: Cactus Wren Survey

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer  Hours for stewardship work performed.

Orchard, Shoestring, Cactus Canyon and Limestone Ridge

Ryan Saba: 7/14/2017 – 5.0 hours; 7/21/2017 – 5.0; 7/28/2017 – 5.0 hours: Total Hours: 15 hours

 

Citizen Science: Cactus Wren Survey
Date:
Sat, 07/01/2017
Time:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Orchard Hills
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
3 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Science Summary: Quail Trail- Invasive removal

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer Only Hours for stewardship work performed.

Bill Braly: 7/5/2017 – 3.5 hours

Mark Sugars: 7/5/2017 – 3.5 hours

 

 

Science Summary:  Quail Trail- Invasive removal
Date:
Sat, 07/01/2017
Time:
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Science Summary: Quail Trail

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer Only Hours for stewardship work performed.

David Wilson: 5/1/2017 – 4.0 hours; 5/31/2017 – 4.0 hours: Total Hours: 8.0 hours

 

 

Science Summary:  Quail Trail
Date:
Sat, 07/01/2017
Time:
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Science Summary: Seed Inventory Database

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer Only Hours for stewardship work performed. Seed Inventory Database for the Farm.

Rudi Berkelhamer: 8/1/2017 – 2.0 hours;  Total Hours: 2.0

Science Summary: Seed Inventory Database
Date:
Sat, 07/01/2017
Time:
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where:
Native Seed Farm OCP
Difficulty Rating:
1
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Science Summary: Survey in Silverado Canyon

Stewardship
Stewardship

Summary of Volunteer Only Hours for stewardship work performed. Fountain Grass Survey

David Wilson:

Science Summary: Survey in Silverado Canyon
Date:
Sat, 07/01/2017
Time:
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
12
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Sunday, July 9, 2017

Irvine Park Trail Restoration Day

Stewardship
Irvine Park Trail Restoration Day

Leave your park better than you found it! Join Irvine Ranch Conservancy staff during monthly habitat stewardship activities at Irvine Regional Park, aimed at keeping the park’s trails and habitat healthy. Identified in collaboration with the Park Rangers that patrol the trails everyday, stewardship projects can include planting to combat the effects of off-trail use, removing invasive plant species that threaten to crowd out the diversity of native plants, and more!

 

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

Irvine Park Trail Restoration Day
Date:
Sun, 07/09/2017
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Irvine Regional Park
Difficulty Rating:
3
Minimum Age:
13
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
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