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Don’t Miss the Orange County Fire Watch Symposium June 27!

6/23/2017

Fire Watch volunteers keep a vigilant eye on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.

Learn about the upcoming wildfire season with presentations from the National Weather Service, Orange County Fire Authority, OC Parks and Irvine Ranch Conservancy.

The Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks are home to thousands of acres of wildlands across Orange County. The recent rains caused great growth throughout the open spaces, but as temperatures rise and grasslands and Chaparral areas dry out, the risk of ignition greatly increases. Join Orange County Fire Watch at the 2017 Fire Watch Symposium to learn more about the impending fire season, how to prevent wildfires, and for more information on volunteering for the Fire Watch program. The symposium kicks off at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27 and will include a variety of guest speakers and refreshments at the Quail Hill Community Center in the City of Irvine.

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Love the Great Outdoors? Take This OC Parks Survey!

6/15/2017

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Mountain bikers enjoy the trails in Santiago Oaks Regional Park.

Take a quick survey to let the County of Orange know your thoughts on local parks and programs, restoration, and volunteer opportunities.

Irvine Ranch Conservancy partners with local landowners including OC Parks to help care for Orange County’s precious natural resources. As part of the OC Parks Strategic Plan update, the public is invited to take a brief survey that will help OC Parks identify the public’s interests and priorities for 60,000 acres of regional, wilderness, historical, and coastal areas. Public programs and open space accessibility are vital components of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks, and the OC Parks survey is a fantastic opportunity to have a voice in the future of the local lands!

To take the OC Parks Strategic Planning Survey click here. Please note the survey closes on Sunday, June 25.

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Discover the History of Bommer Canyon and Explore the lands on Wilderness Access Day June 17

6/9/2017

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Bommer Canyon is rich with history, and nature lovers can explore the historic open space during Wilderness Access Day and beyond.

Bommer Canyon is part of more than 4,000 acres located on the southern portion of the Irvine Open Space Preserve, stretching across sycamore groves and rough rock outcrops. The majestic lands have a history steeped in ranching and agriculture, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the trails during the upcoming Wilderness Access Day on Saturday, June 17. Hikers age 8 and older can also register for Exploring Bommer: Life on the Ranch, a guided interpretive program on the same day. Discover the history of Bommer Canyon and explore the land for a day of fresh air and adventure on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks!

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Explore Irvine Regional Park and Connect with the Land for Trail Restorations

6/2/2017

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Enjoy the great outdoors and lend a hand by registering for the Irvine Regional Park Trail Restoration stewardship program.

Irvine Regional Park is nestled among groves of Oak and Sycamore trees, and offers visitors a wide variety of shaded areas, serene leisure activities, and is home to the OC Zoo. Rolling foothills surround the park and are home to a variety of wildlife, which greatly enhances the park’s beauty. To keep the park thriving and flourishing, monthly stewardship activities are held at Irvine Regional Park to keeps the trails and habitat healthy.

“As the weather gets warmer we encourage visitors to not only get outside and enjoy the Landmarks, but to consider registering for a stewardship program to connect with the land,” Irvine Ranch Conservancy Deputy Director, Dave Raetz said. “Irvine Regional Park is a highly attended park with a great amount of visitorship, and it’s really wonderful that this program offers nature lovers a chance to give back to the land.”

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Join the Stewards of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks

5/26/2017

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Give back to the land by volunteering for a stewardship opportunity!

Experience rewarding volunteer opportunities by registering for a stewardship program on the open spaces.

The Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks stretch across more than 40,000 acres from Weir Canyon to south Irvine, and are filled with native plants and wildlife. Preserving the natural habitat on the Landmarks is a big job, and the community is invited to help care for the open spaces by joining a stewardship program. Volunteer independently or coordinate a group for a variety of stewardship activities during daily and long-term programs, and give back to nature by becoming an ambassador of the lands!

“Volunteering as a steward is a rewarding opportunity to spend time outdoors and build a relationship with the lands,” Matilde De Santiago-Barrows, Community Stewardship Coordinator, said. “The time people spend here makes an impact and helps preserve the open spaces.”

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Don’t Miss the Orange County Fire Watch Symposium June 27!

Love the Great Outdoors? Take This OC Parks Survey!

Discover the History of Bommer Canyon and Explore the lands on Wilderness Access Day June 17

Explore Irvine Regional Park and Connect with the Land for Trail Restorations

Join the Stewards of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks

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