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Boys & Girls Club Explore the Landmarks during Earth Day Field Trip

4/26/2018

 
PictureMembers of the Boys and Girls Club on a hike near Black Star Canyon
Learn about the field trip and kid-friendly activities the whole family can enjoy

From OC Parks’ geologic wonder, Limestone Canyon, to the City of Irvine’s expansive Bommer Canyon, the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks are home to diverse trail systems and natural habitat waiting to be explored by the community. The Landmarks provide outdoor enthusiasts of all ages a variety of opportunities to experience and connect with the lands.  Children as young as 8 have the chance to build a lifelong love and greater appreciation for nature through several different hiking, stewardship, and interpretive programs.
 
In honor of Earth Day, the Boys and Girls Club had the chance to explore nature in their backyard with a field trip to the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. Sponsored by the Irvine Company and the Donald Bren Foundation, Irvine Ranch Conservancy hosted the field trip to give local 4th and 5th graders the opportunity to learn about habitat, native plants, and wildlife. 


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Give Back to the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks in Honor of Earth Day

4/19/2018

 
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Connect with the lands by joining a stewardship program on the open spaces
 
Earth Day is quickly approaching and 2018 is a special year on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. This upcoming Earth Day marks the 10th anniversary of nearly 40,000 acres of open spaces being designated as the first-ever California Natural Landmark. Nature lovers can find several opportunities to connect with the land by registering for a stewardship program in honor of Earth Day and the 10th anniversary of the state landmark designation during the month of April and throughout the year.


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Tread Lightly on the Landmarks: Balancing Public Recreation with Preservation

4/13/2018

 
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The Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks are home to diverse natural communities and native species and welcome visitors to the lands daily. Recreational programs encourage outdoor activity and help the public build a relationship with the lands, and stewardship programs welcome volunteers to help restore the Landmarks for future generations to enjoy. Yet with human presence comes unavoidable impacts to the ​open spaces, whether recreating on the trails or restoring natural resources during stewardships.


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The 10th Anniversary of the Irvine Ranch California Natural Landmark Designation

4/13/2018

 
PictureLimestone Canyon
On Earth Day in 2008, nearly 40,000 acres of open space on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks were designated as the first California Natural Landmark.  The designation came on the heels of a new state program that recognized the best examples of natural heritage. We are proud to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the designation this year, and look forward to celebrating many anniversaries to come thanks to the support of all the land owners, partners, volunteers, and the community. 


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Discover the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks on Social Media

4/13/2018

 
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Nature buffs, outdoor enthusiasts, and wildlife lovers can keep up to date with the latest activities, programs, and news on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks both on the trails and online. Visitors can take the Landmarks with them by following Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks on Facebook, Instagram (@ocmountainstosea), and Twitter (@IRNLandmarks). Social media allows the community to learn about their natural surroundings with trail tips, trivia, takeovers, and contests. 


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Explore the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks from the Mountains to the Sea

4/5/2018

 
PictureBuck Gully
Collaborative efforts create opportunities for public programs in the City of Irvine, City of Newport Beach, OC Parks and beyond
 
The Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks span across nearly 40,000 acres of open spaces that stretch from expansive canyons to oak woodlands and picturesque shorelines. One of the world’s bio-diversity hot spots, the Landmarks are home to biological treasures and unique geological features where hundreds of species of plants and wildlife thrive. Protecting and preserving the lands is a unified effort that involves the dedicated work of many who help support, preserve and restore the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.
 
A diverse network of partners contribute to the preservation of the Landmarks, helping protect and restore tens of thousands of acres of natural habitat. The Landmarks span open spaces in the City of Irvine, City of Newport Beach, OC Parks, and beyond. The collaborative efforts of landowners and managers ensure visitors have an opportunity to connect with nature in meaningful ways.


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