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, April 23, 2023
Cardio Hike: Hangman’s Monument from Augustine
Join us for a strenuous, extremely challenging, cardio hike starting in Limestone Canyon. Along the way we’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of Orange County and possible wildlife sightings. This is a 7.5 mile cardio hike, completed in 3 hours and includes a 1500 ft elevation change. This hike is for experienced, physically fit hikers who enjoy the challenge of multiple steep climbs and descents. There are no rest stops scheduled along the way, and the average 3.5 mile per hour pace can be difficult over steep terrain in the wilderness setting.
Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-4 activity on the land. Please visit our FAQ page for answers to activity specific questions you may have prior to registering.
- Date:
- Sun, 04/23/2023
- Time:
- 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Where:
- Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 4
- Distance:
- 7.5 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
- Spaces Left:
- Registration for this event opens at 8:00am on 04/15/2023
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Cardio Hike: Hangman’s Monument from Augustine
Join us for a strenuous, extremely challenging, cardio hike starting in Limestone Canyon. Along the way we’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of Orange County and possible wildlife sightings. This is a 7.5 mile cardio hike, completed in 3 hours and includes a 1500 ft elevation change. This hike is for experienced, physically fit hikers who enjoy the challenge of multiple steep climbs and descents. There are no rest stops scheduled along the way, and the average 3.5 mile per hour pace can be difficult over steep terrain in the wilderness setting.
Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-4 activity on the land. Please visit our FAQ page for answers to activity specific questions you may have prior to registering.
- Date:
- Wed, 05/03/2023
- Time:
- 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Where:
- Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 4
- Distance:
- 7.5 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
- Spaces Left:
- Registration for this event opens at 8:00am on 04/25/2023
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Fitness Hike: Hangman’s Monument from Augustine
Join us for a strenuous, challenging, fast-paced, afternoon fitness hike starting in Limestone Canyon. Along the way we’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of Orange County and possible wildlife sightings.
This is a 7.5 mile fitness hike, completed in 2.5 hours and includes a 1500 ft elevation change. This hike is for experienced, physically fit hikers who enjoy the challenge of multiple steep climbs and descents.
There are no rest stops scheduled on this 7.5 mile fitness hike, and the average 3.5 mile per hour pace can be difficult over steep terrain in the wilderness setting.
Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-5 activity on the land.
- Date:
- Wed, 05/10/2023
- Time:
- 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Where:
- Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
- Difficulty Rating:
- 4
- Distance:
- 7.5 miles
- Minimum Age:
- 18
- Spaces Left:
- Registration for this event opens at 8:00am on 05/02/2023
