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Celebrate the Fourth of July Holiday Safely

6/27/2019

Happy 4th of July from IRC

The warm summer sunshine brings the perfect weather for Orange County residents to celebrate and enjoy the Fourth of July. For many locals, the holiday’s festivities would not be complete without an outdoor celebration and spectacular display of fireworks. Celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends using the proper safety precautions to prevent potential wildfire danger.

Irvine Ranch Conservancy aims to protect and maintain the health and safety of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks all year round. Fourth of July fireworks are a popular activity during holiday celebrations, but can also create dangerous fire hazards, not only among the Landmarks and surrounding habitats, but to homes, people, pets and more.

Irvine Ranch Conservancy Staff Spotlight: Ashley Tirona, Program Specialist

6/20/2019

Ashley Tirona leading a youth program

Irvine Ranch Conservancy thrives on the contributions and collaboration of its staff, partners, and local community, who support programs that maintain the beauty of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. An amazing team of individuals works tirelessly behind the scenes to create interactive programs that are designed to engage the community and protect the Landmarks for many years to come.

As a member of IRC’s programs team, Ashley Tirona develops opportunities for the community to connect with the natural resources in their own backyard. Before joining the Conservancy, Ashley graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology, then taught marine science in various informal settings including public aquariums and residential camps. After serving as an AmeriCorps member in Wyoming, she gained a deep passion for teaching others about marine and terrestrial environments.

Celebrate Father's Day on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks

6/13/2019

Father and daughter on the trails

Celebrate Father’s Day outdoors and enjoy the priceless gift of nature with your dad! The picturesque Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks offer spectacular outdoor experiences from the expansive mountainous trails overlooking Orange County, to the bright natural wildland along the coast. With the help of Irvine Ranch Conservancy and LetsGoOutside.org, you’re sure to find the perfect outdoor adventure this Father’s Day!

Families looking to create their own adventure over Father’s Day weekend can enjoy self-guided access on several of Orange County’s vast open spaces and preserves. Discover a variety of different trails in the City of Irvine’s Bommer Canyon and Quail Hill, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Irvine Regional Park or the City of Newport Beach’s Buck Gully Reserve.

Prepare for Outdoor Adventures with Irvine Ranch Conservancy's Summer Safety Tips

6/5/2019

Hikers heading to Hangman's Monument

Enjoy the fresh summer sun throughout the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks! With the summer months upon us, it’s important to be prepared while out on the trails to ensure you have the best experience possible. Prepare yourself for sun-filled activities with these safety tips to avoid any problems like dehydration, accidents and other injuries.

With the rising summer temperatures rolling in, it is extremely important that participants stay hydrated. If you are unsure of how much water you should pack, the general rule of thumb is each person should have 1 liter or 32 ounces of water per hour. Be sure to drink water throughout your outdoor adventure and not just when you’re thirsty. Many staging areas and trails generally do not have water available, so always be prepared with enough water before hitting the trails.

Celebrate the Fourth of July Holiday Safely

Irvine Ranch Conservancy Staff Spotlight: Ashley Tirona, Program Specialist

Celebrate Father's Day on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks

Prepare for Outdoor Adventures with Irvine Ranch Conservancy's Summer Safety Tips

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