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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Sunday, December 17, 2023
Living Historian at Civil War Cannon
Come chat with a Civil War living historian at the cannon in Irvine Regional Park! The volunteer will share the history of the 1853 Howitzer cannon and how it came to be at its current location. Hear recounts of other historical elements found in and around Irvine Regional Park’s long history as well as the Civil War.
The volunteer may take periodic breaks. Check with the Nature Center on future Civil War reenactor visits! Inclement weather may cancel.
You can find the Civil War living historian located at the cannon and Spanish-American War Veterans monument at the lake, near the snack stand and boat house, between Parking Lots U and T.
For further questions, please contact Resource Specialist Kelley Brugmann at Kelley.Brugmann@ocparks.com and 714-973-6625
- Date:
- Sun, 12/17/2023
- Time:
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Irvine Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- All Ages
- Family Friendly:
- Yes
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Toddler Treks: Winter Solstice
Winter is here and that means the long dark nights are behind us as we slowly move towards the light of spring. Discover which animals enjoy the chilly winter season and which animals can’t wait for warm spring to arrive. After a short story, let’s go on a winter walk.
This fun program is geared for ages 2 – 6 years. Space is limited; parents/guardians must register themselves and each child. Program is free though there is a Park Entrance Fee per entry vehicle. For questions, please contact Resource Specialist, Kelley.Brugmann@ocparks.com at 714-973-6625.
Please note the program takes place at Lot G in the Children’s Nature Garden near the front of the park. Inclement weather may move the program indoors or will cancel.
- Date:
- Tue, 12/19/2023
- Time:
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Where:
- Irvine Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- 2
- Family Friendly:
- Yes
- Spaces Left:
- Full
Sunday, January 21, 2024
Living Historian at Civil War Cannon
Come chat with a Civil War living historian at the cannon in Irvine Regional Park! The volunteer will share the history of the 1853 Howitzer cannon and how it came to be at its current location. Hear recounts of other historical elements found in and around Irvine Regional Park’s long history as well as the Civil War.
The volunteer may take periodic breaks. Check with the Nature Center on future Civil War reenactor visits! Inclement weather may cancel.
You can find the Civil War living historian located at the cannon and Spanish-American War Veterans monument at the lake, near the snack stand and boat house, between Parking Lots U and T.
- Date:
- Sun, 01/21/2024
- Time:
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Irvine Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- All Ages
- Family Friendly:
- Yes
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Living Historian at Civil War Cannon
Come chat with a Civil War living historian at the cannon in Irvine Regional Park! The volunteer will share the history of the 1853 Howitzer cannon and how it came to be at its current location. Hear recounts of other historical elements found in and around Irvine Regional Park’s long history as well as the Civil War.
The volunteer may take periodic breaks. Check with the Nature Center on future Civil War reenactor visits! Inclement weather may cancel.
You can find the Civil War living historian located at the cannon and Spanish-American War Veterans monument at the lake, near the snack stand and boat house, between Parking Lots U and T.
- Date:
- Sun, 02/18/2024
- Time:
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Irvine Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- All Ages
- Family Friendly:
- Yes
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Living Historian at Civil War Cannon
Come chat with a Civil War living historian at the cannon in Irvine Regional Park! The volunteer will share the history of the 1853 Howitzer cannon and how it came to be at its current location. Hear recounts of other historical elements found in and around Irvine Regional Park’s long history as well as the Civil War.
The volunteer may take periodic breaks. Check with the Nature Center on future Civil War reenactor visits! Inclement weather may cancel.
You can find the Civil War living historian located at the cannon and Spanish-American War Veterans monument at the lake, near the snack stand and boat house, between Parking Lots U and T.
- Date:
- Sun, 03/17/2024
- Time:
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Where:
- Irvine Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- All Ages
- Family Friendly:
- Yes
