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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Thursday, March 30, 2023

CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Pulling Together at Quail Hill

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CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Pulling Together at Quail Hill

North African Knapweed, Centaurea diluta, is a recently introduced invasive plant and we need your help to get rid of it! Invading weeds degrade habitat for wildlife, exacerbate wildfire risks, and reduce overall biodiversity. Help us keep wildlife healthy by weeding North African Knapweed from Quail Hill in Irvine.

This activity takes place on some uneven terrain, and sturdy hiking boots are highly recommended. Training and tools will be provided to ensure your safety and comfort. Rattlesnakes are occasionally seen here and generally avoid people, but protective gear will be provided.

We will meet at the Quail Hill Trailhead parking lot, then walk 15-20 minutes on a bikeway adjacent to the 405 Freeway to the work site.

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

CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Pulling Together at Quail Hill
Date:
Thu, 03/30/2023
Time:
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
2
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
18
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  

Sunday, April 2, 2023

Trail Stewardship – Camarillo Canyon

Trail Work
Trail Stewardship – Camarillo Canyon

Join Laguna Canyon Foundation in maintaining Camarillo Canyon trail in Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. Trail work is a challenging yet FUN experience! Tools, training, and gloves are provided.
For more information and to sign up, CLICK HERE.

Trail Stewardship – Camarillo Canyon
Date:
Sun, 04/02/2023
Time:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
Difficulty Rating:
4
Minimum Age:
18
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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Tecate Cypress and Coast Live Oaks Stewardship Day

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Tecate Cypress and Coast Live Oaks Stewardship Day

Spend the morning watering and nurturing Tecate Cypress trees and Coast Live Oak seedlings at the Fremont Staging area.

Please be aware that you may be instructed to use tools for this activity such as; but not limited to, pliers, mallets, trowels and shovels.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-2 activity on the land. Please visit our FAQ page for answers to activity specific questions you may have prior to registering.

Tecate Cypress and Coast Live Oaks Stewardship Day
Date:
Tue, 04/04/2023
Time:
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Fremont Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
2 miles
Minimum Age:
14
Spaces Left:
Full
More Information  

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm

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IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm

IRC Volunteer 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 a top priority. Weeding, clearing, cutting, digging, watering,– whatever it takes!

Activities may include bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, long periods of standing, reaching, pulling, grabbing, and pushing.

IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm
Date:
Wed, 04/05/2023
Time:
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:
Native Seed Farm COI
Difficulty Rating:
3
Minimum Age:
18
More Information  

Group Service Day Stewardship in Augustine Staging Area

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Group Service Day Stewardship in Augustine Staging Area

Join youth from Delhi Center in Santa Ana to help plant native shrubs and grasses at the Augustine Staging area to further enhance and restore native habitat.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-2 activity on the land. Please visit our FAQ page for answers to activity specific questions you may have prior to registering.

Group Service Day Stewardship in Augustine Staging Area
Date:
Wed, 04/05/2023
Time:
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where:
Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
2 miles
Minimum Age:
14
More Information  

Thursday, April 6, 2023

Group Service Day Stewardship in Limestone

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Group Service Day Stewardship in Limestone

Join IRC staff and the Boy Scouts Troop 606 in Limestone Canyon to help water, weed and mulch newly planted Coast Live Oak seedlings.

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

Group Service Day Stewardship in Limestone
Date:
Thu, 04/06/2023
Time:
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where:
Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
2
Distance:
2 miles
Minimum Age:
10
More Information  

Thursday, April 13, 2023

CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Monarch Butterfly Stewardship in Bommer

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CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Monarch Butterfly Stewardship in Bommer

Please join IRC staff water milkweed and nectar plants for the Monarch butterfly in Bommer Canyon. With your help we will create islands of Milkweed and nectar plants that will help support the seasonal migration of Monach butterflies. We may be using shovels and small handheld tools. No experience necessary.

CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Monarch Butterfly Stewardship in Bommer
Date:
Thu, 04/13/2023
Time:
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Bommer Canyon Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
2
Distance:
0.5 miles
Minimum Age:
15
Spaces Left:
Full
More Information  

Friday, April 14, 2023

Baker Meadow Oak Planting Stewardship

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Baker Meadow Oak Planting Stewardship

Spend your morning planting Coast Live Oak seedlings within a beautiful oak woodland in Baker Canyon. We will be using shovels and small handheld tools. No experience necessary.

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

Baker Meadow Oak Planting Stewardship
Date:
Fri, 04/14/2023
Time:
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
2 miles
Minimum Age:
15
Spaces Left:
Full
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Group Stewardship: Quail Hill Loop

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Group Stewardship: Quail Hill Loop

Please join IRC staff and volunteers from Xylem as we enhance the Quail Hill Loop trail by planting native shrubs in degraded portions of the trail. Your work will help restore habitat that will benefit wildlife and make the trail enjoyable to explore.

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

Group Stewardship: Quail Hill Loop
Date:
Wed, 04/19/2023
Time:
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Irvine Open Space Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
2 miles
Minimum Age:
14
More Information  

Thursday, April 20, 2023

Limestone Butterfly Islands Stewardship

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Limestone Butterfly Islands Stewardship

Spend your morning helping IRC staff to monitor and weed the new Butterfly Islands in Limestone. With your help we will be able to create “islands” of host and nectar plants for butterflies in decline in Limestone Canyon.

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

Limestone Butterfly Islands Stewardship
Date:
Thu, 04/20/2023
Time:
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where:
Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
2
Distance:
2 miles
Minimum Age:
18
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  

Sunday, April 23, 2023

Trail Stewardship – Old Emerald Falls

Trail Work
Trail Stewardship – Old Emerald Falls

Join Laguna Canyon Foundation in maintaining the Old Emerald Falls trail in Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. Trail work is a challenging yet FUN experience! Tools, training, and gloves are provided.
For more information and to sign up, CLICK HERE.

Trail Stewardship – Old Emerald Falls
Date:
Sun, 04/23/2023
Time:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
Difficulty Rating:
4
Minimum Age:
18
More Information  

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Stewardship Day at the West Sinks View Deck

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Stewardship Day at the West Sinks View Deck

Please join us as we enhance habitat adjacent to the west viewing deck at the Sinks in Limestone Canyon. This area is characterized by beautiful geological formations that resemble a mini Grand Canyon. Volunteers will travel for approximately 20 minutes in an open-air safari style truck to the project site. The morning will be spent watering native shrubs and will include a 30-minute hike.

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

Stewardship Day at the West Sinks View Deck
Date:
Tue, 04/25/2023
Time:
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Where:
Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
1 miles
Minimum Age:
15
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm

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IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm

IRC Volunteer 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 a top priority. Weeding, clearing, cutting, digging, watering,– whatever it takes!

Activities may include bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, long periods of standing, reaching, pulling, grabbing, and pushing.

IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm
Date:
Wed, 04/26/2023
Time:
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:
Native Seed Farm COI
Difficulty Rating:
3
Minimum Age:
18
More Information  

Friday, April 28, 2023

Fourth Friday Habitat Restoration in Buck Gully

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Fourth Friday Habitat Restoration in Buck Gully

Birds and other wildlife need healthy habitat to thrive. Simple things like planting native plants or removing non-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. Come help us with a variety of activities ranging from seed collection to weeding invasive plants.

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.

Fourth Friday Habitat Restoration in Buck Gully
Date:
Fri, 04/28/2023
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:
Buck Gully Reserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
18
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Tecate Cypress and Coast Live Oaks Stewardship Day

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Tecate Cypress and Coast Live Oaks Stewardship Day

Spend the morning watering and nurturing Tecate Cypress trees and Coast Live Oak seedlings at the Fremont Staging area.

Please be aware that you may be instructed to use tools for this activity such as; but not limited to, pliers, mallets, trowels and shovels.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-2 activity on the land. Please visit our FAQ page for answers to activity specific questions you may have prior to registering.

Tecate Cypress and Coast Live Oaks Stewardship Day
Date:
Tue, 05/02/2023
Time:
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Fremont Canyon Nature Preserve
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
2 miles
Minimum Age:
14
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm

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IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm

IRC Volunteer 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 a top priority. Weeding, clearing, cutting, digging, watering,– whatever it takes!

Activities may include bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, long periods of standing, reaching, pulling, grabbing, and pushing.

IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm
Date:
Wed, 05/03/2023
Time:
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:
Native Seed Farm COI
Difficulty Rating:
3
Minimum Age:
18
More Information  

Thursday, May 4, 2023

CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Pulling Together at Quail Hill

Stewardship
CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Pulling Together at Quail Hill

North African Knapweed, Centaurea diluta, is a recently introduced invasive plant and we need your help to get rid of it! Invading weeds degrade habitat for wildlife, exacerbate wildfire risks, and reduce overall biodiversity. Help us keep wildlife healthy by weeding North African Knapweed from Quail Hill in Irvine.

This activity takes place on some uneven terrain, and sturdy hiking boots are highly recommended. Training and tools will be provided to ensure your safety and comfort. Rattlesnakes are occasionally seen here and generally avoid people, but protective gear will be provided.

We will meet at the Quail Hill Trailhead parking lot, then walk 15-20 minutes on a bikeway adjacent to the 405 Freeway to the work site.

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

CANCELLED due to Trail Conditions: Pulling Together at Quail Hill
Date:
Thu, 05/04/2023
Time:
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
2
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
18
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm

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IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm

IRC Volunteer 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 a top priority. Weeding, clearing, cutting, digging, watering,– whatever it takes!

Activities may include bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, long periods of standing, reaching, pulling, grabbing, and pushing.

IRC Volunteer Steward Workday: Native Seed Farm
Date:
Wed, 05/10/2023
Time:
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:
Native Seed Farm OCP
Difficulty Rating:
3
Minimum Age:
18
More Information  

Thursday, May 11, 2023

Pulling Together at Quail Hill

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Pulling Together at Quail Hill

North African Knapweed, Centaurea diluta, is a recently introduced invasive plant and we need your help to get rid of it! Invading weeds degrade habitat for wildlife, exacerbate wildfire risks, and reduce overall biodiversity. Help us keep wildlife healthy by weeding North African Knapweed from Quail Hill in Irvine.

This activity takes place on some uneven terrain, and sturdy hiking boots are highly recommended. Training and tools will be provided to ensure your safety and comfort. Rattlesnakes are occasionally seen here and generally avoid people, but protective gear will be provided.

We will meet at the Quail Hill Trailhead parking lot, then walk 15-20 minutes on a bikeway adjacent to the 405 Freeway to the work site.

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

Pulling Together at Quail Hill
Date:
Thu, 05/11/2023
Time:
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where:
Quail Hill
Difficulty Rating:
2
Distance:
0 miles
Minimum Age:
18
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.
More Information  

Saturday, May 13, 2023

Group Stewardship at the Native Seed Farm

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Group Stewardship at the Native Seed Farm

“Looking for a way to give back to Nature this Winter? Come help us behind the scenes at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s one-of-a-kind Native Seed Farm in Irvine! Our tasks each day are to be determined, but we’ll be tackling whatever jobs are a top priority. This morning please help IRC staff and the Boy Scouts by harvesting, clearing, cutting, digging, watering,– whatever it takes! Absolutely no experience or special equipment required! Activities may include bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, long periods of standing, reaching, pulling, grabbing, and pushing.

The plants grown at the Native Seed Farm provide seed used for habitat restoration within the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. These plants were specially selected to support local wildlife and promote resilience in the ecosystem.

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

Group Stewardship at the Native Seed Farm
Date:
Sat, 05/13/2023
Time:
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:
Native Seed Farm COI
Difficulty Rating:
3
Minimum Age:
7
More Information