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Zumba in the Morning, Zumba in the Evening, Zumba in Summertime

6/26/2015

Thursday afternoon and Sunday morning sessions offer cool summer times to get your Zumba on.

In the summer, sticking with a fitness routine usually means being stuck indoors. This summer you can still enjoy a workout in the fresh air with early morning and evening Zumba in the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. These free and convenient classes allow you to discover and enjoy an exciting dance-oriented workout with the backdrop of blue skies and scenic hillsides.

Zumba is a dance fitness program, originating in Colombia, which incorporates hip-hop, salsa, meringue and mambo dancing styles into a Latin-flavored fitness routine enhanced with squats, lunges and resistance training. Zumba dance moves are easy to follow, and people can put as much effort into the moves as they like, tailoring the workout to a variety of fitness levels. If you’re a dancer, a workout enthusiast, or just someone looking for a fun aerobic workout routine in the great outdoors, consider registering for an upcoming Zumba class.

Understanding Radical Reptiles and Awesome Amphibians

6/19/2015

Upcoming activity teaches pre-teens all about herpetology critters and careers.

Your kids’ interest in lizards, frogs and snakes today may turn into a career in the future. Encourage their outdoor inclinations with an activity that helps pre-teens answer the question “What do I want to be when I grow up?”

“J.O.Y. for Nature: Radical Reptiles” is an interactive outdoor class designed to help young participants consider a career as a herpetologist. From the Greek word “herpien,” meaning “to creep,” herpetology is the branch of zoology concerned with the study of reptiles and amphibians. This activity is part of an ongoing series targeted toward pre-teens, and those who participate will learn about what it takes to turn herpetology into a career.

Family Hike: Explore Bommer Together

6/12/2015

A docent-led hike during Wilderness Access Day teaches parents the fundamentals of family hiking.

Hiking with kids can sometimes be a challenge. Making decisions about where to take them, how far to hike, what to bring and how to keep them interested and engaged along the trail can be tricky. A docent-led activity during the upcoming Wilderness Access Day in Bommer Canyon is designed to engage young minds while teaching adults important tips for successful family hiking.

Families are invited to register for the Exploring Bommer: All About Kids Family Hike, which will take place during Wilderness Access Day in Bommer Canyon on Saturday, June 20. The short 1.5-mile interpretive hike in the City of Irvine Open Space Preserve will take about 2 hours (out-and-back, 1 hour each direction) and is specifically designed for families with kids ages 3-6, although all ages are welcome.

Hitting the Trails in Summer

6/5/2015

Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks locations offer a variety of outdoor activities for adventurous families.

Sunday, June 21, is the official start of summer. As schools begin to let out, and as kids look for ways to fill their days, you can help steer them away from the television remote or video game controller and toward some healthy outdoor adventures. While there are plenty of scheduled, docent-led activities for families, it may not always be easy to plan ahead. For busy families, there are also plenty of fun destinations open daily within the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks that can help create lasting family memories.

Zumba in the Morning, Zumba in the Evening, Zumba in Summertime

Understanding Radical Reptiles and Awesome Amphibians

Family Hike: Explore Bommer Together

Hitting the Trails in Summer

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