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.
Click here to learn more about IRC-Certified Volunteers. • Click here to learn more about the Difficulty Ratings.
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Planting Day at Augustine Staging Area
Please join us at the Augustine native plant nursery to plant native shrubs, and enhance native habitat at the staging area. We will be working in close proximity to the parking area at the Augustine staging area 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.
- Date:
- Tue, 01/25/2022
- Time:
- 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Where:
- Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 12
- Spaces Left:
- Full
Friday, February 4, 2022
Keep It Wild – Laguna Coast
Join Laguna Canyon Foundation and OC Parks at one of our habitat restoration stewardship events in Laguna Coast Wilderness Park as we work together to create a healthier habitat for the native plants and wildlife that call the canyon their home. Depending on the time of year, volunteers will assist with various stewardship activities, including removal of non-native plants, seed collection, and/or planting of native plants. No experience is necessary and all tools will be provided. Please wear long pants, closed-toed shoes and sun protection, and bring water. Come out and join the team to help restore the wild lands we all enjoy!
Online reservations are required prior to the event. Register at https://lagunacanyon.org/event/keep-it-wild-stewardship-event-laguna-coast-wilderness-park-2/.
(When registering online, please review the safety precautions and protocols posted there. Directions are online.) For Questions, call 949-497-8324 Mon.-Fri. or 949-923-2235 Sat./Sun. Parking: $3.00/vehicle.
- Date:
- Fri, 02/04/2022
- Time:
- 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Where:
- Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- 16
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Tecate Cypress Stewardship Day
The Tecate Cypress is a rare species found only in southern California and northern Baja California. 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 will be planted in Fremont Canyon, in close proximity to the 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.
- Date:
- Tue, 02/08/2022
- Time:
- 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Where:
- Fremont Canyon Nature Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Distance:
- 2 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 14
- Spaces Left:
- Registration has closed.
Sunday, February 13, 2022
Keep It Wild – Native Plant Nursery
Join Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers in beautiful Laguna Coast Wilderness Park at our native plant nursery as we care for native plants from their seed stage to their mature, ready-to-be planted stage. Volunteers may collect seeds, sow seeds in flats, bump plants up, plant at restoration sites, sterilize plant containers, and help maintain the nursery. Gain hands-on experience with habitat restoration while working alongside other zany and interesting plant lovers! Wear closed-toed shoes, layered clothing and sun protection. Bring water.
Online reservations are required prior to the event. Register at: https://lagunacanyon.org/event/keep-it-wild-stewardship-event-native-plant-nursery-2/ .
(When registering online, please review the safety precautions and protocols posted there. Directions are online.) For Questions, call 949-497-8324 Mon.-Fri. or 949-923-2235 Sat./Sun. Parking: Free.
- Date:
- Sun, 02/13/2022
- Time:
- 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Where:
- Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- 16
