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. |
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Saturday, October 12, 2024
Restoration Day
*This program will begin outside the Peters Canyon Regional Park Park Office and will proceed to the restoration site.*
Lend a helping hand to help improve native habitat at Peters Canyon Regional Park. Dedicate the morning to caring for our current and future restoration sites and help our native plants and shrubs thrive. Be prepared for weeding, watering, or planting as needed.
Strong gardening gloves, trail snacks, water, sun protection and wearing clothes you don’t mind getting dirty are highly recommended.
Program and parking are free. Parking passes will be made available to volunteers at check-in. Be prepared to hike a moderate distance to the restoration site with tools.
Advance registration required.
For questions, please contact resource specialist Shelly Marshall at (714) 973-6625 or shelly.marshall@ocparks.com.
- Date:
- Sat, 10/12/2024
- Time:
- 7:30 am - 9:30 am
- Where:
- Peters Canyon Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- 10
- Spaces Left:
- 17 of 25
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Autumn Bird Watching
Join an experienced OC Parks Volunteer as you stroll through Peters Canyon searching high in the trees for our flittering friends and low in the scrubs for bouncing birds.
Bring your binoculars, sun protection, comfortable shoes and an eye for spotting our feathered friends!
This walk begins next to the Peters Canyon Ranger Station.
Walk-ins welcome, but registration is recommended.
Inclement weather will cancel the program.
The program is free and parking is $3 per vehicle.
For questions, please contact Resource Specialist Shelly Marshall at (714) 973-6625 or shelly.marshall@ocparks.com.
- Date:
- Wed, 10/16/2024
- Time:
- 7:30 am - 9:30 am
- Where:
- Peters Canyon Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- All Ages
- Family Friendly:
- Yes
- Spaces Left:
- 21 of 25
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Restoration Day
*This program will begin outside the Peters Canyon Regional Park Park Office and will proceed to the restoration site.*
Lend a helping hand to help improve native habitat at Peters Canyon Regional Park. Dedicate the morning to caring for our current and future restoration sites and help our native plants and shrubs thrive. Be prepared for weeding, watering, or planting as needed.
Strong gardening gloves, trail snacks, water, sun protection and wearing clothes you don’t mind getting dirty are highly recommended.
Program and parking are free. Parking passes will be made available to volunteers at check-in. Be prepared to hike a moderate distance to the restoration site with tools.
Advance registration required.
For questions, please contact resource specialist Shelly Marshall at (714) 973-6625 or shelly.marshall@ocparks.com.
- Date:
- Sat, 11/09/2024
- Time:
- 7:30 am - 9:30 am
- Where:
- Peters Canyon Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- 10
- Spaces Left:
- Registration for this event opens at 12:00am on 10/26/2024
Friday, November 15, 2024
Full Moon Hike
We love the nightlife! Explore the landscape of Peters Canyon Regional Park as we set out to search for the nighttime critters that call this park home. From humble toads to graceful owls, you never know what you’ll see!
The program will begin outside the Peters Canyon Park Office. Dressing in layers, wearing sturdy footwear, and bringing water are recommended. Red-tinted flashlights are highly encouraged. This hike is not recommended for very small children or strollers. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian during the program.
The program is free and parking is $3 per vehicle.
Advance registration is required.
For questions, please contact resource specialist Shelly Marshall at shelly.marshall@ocparks.com.
- Date:
- Fri, 11/15/2024
- Time:
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Where:
- Peters Canyon Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 2
- Minimum Age:
- 8
- Spaces Left:
- Registration for this event opens at 12:00am on 11/01/2024
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Restoration Day
*This program will begin outside the Peters Canyon Regional Park Park Office and will proceed to the restoration site.*
Lend a helping hand to help improve native habitat at Peters Canyon Regional Park. Dedicate the morning to caring for our current and future restoration sites and help our native plants and shrubs thrive. Be prepared for weeding, watering, or planting as needed.
Strong gardening gloves, trail snacks, water, sun protection and wearing clothes you don’t mind getting dirty are highly recommended.
Program and parking are free. Parking passes will be made available to volunteers at check-in. Be prepared to hike a moderate distance to the restoration site with tools.
Advance registration required.
For questions, please contact resource specialist Shelly Marshall at (714) 973-6625 or shelly.marshall@ocparks.com.
- Date:
- Sat, 12/14/2024
- Time:
- 7:30 am - 9:30 am
- Where:
- Peters Canyon Regional Park
- Difficulty Rating:
- 1
- Minimum Age:
- 10
- Spaces Left:
- Registration for this event opens at 12:00am on 11/30/2024
