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Irvine Ranch Conservancy Volunteers Honored with Spirit of Volunteerism Awards

5/7/2020

 
​Every April, local nonprofit OneOC honors hundreds of volunteers and organizations with the Spirit of Volunteerism Awards. With physical distancing orders in place, OneOC hosted a virtual event on April 30 that recognized over 300 honorees, 100+ organizations and over 35 sponsors.
 
Irvine Ranch Conservancy was proud to have seven of its volunteers nominated for the awards this year! Each nominee was selected based on their exemplary efforts in support of the Conservancy and the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. These volunteers have contributed countless hours to the land by leading public activities, participating in habitat restoration work and supporting IRC staff on special projects.  

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Irvine Ranch Conservancy Volunteers Awarded for Service in Buck Gully

4/30/2020

 
PictureVolunteers in Buck Gully
Since forming in 2005, Irvine Ranch Conservancy has relied on the help of its volunteers to protect and preserve the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. From habitat restoration to leading public activities, IRC volunteers play a crucial role in caring for the land and connecting people to these natural resources.
 
Every year, the California Parks and Recreation Society awards local residents for their outstanding efforts in volunteerism. We are proud to have three Irvine Ranch Conservancy volunteers nominated this year for their incredible efforts at Buck Gully in the City of Newport Beach.


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Irvine Ranch Conservancy Staff Spotlight: Brian Hughes, Interpretive & Training Manager

1/9/2020

 
PictureBrian Hughes with a group of young adventurers
​Here at Irvine Ranch Conservancy, we are dedicated to not only protecting the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks, but connecting people to the land as well. Our IRC-Certified Volunteers play a crucial role in helping people make these connections and teaching local residents the importance of preserving the Landmarks.
 
When someone signs up to become a certified volunteer, they are taken under the guidance of Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s Interpretive & Training Manager, Brian Hughes. Brian has been a part of the Irvine Ranch Conservancy team from the beginning. In June 2005, Brian was the first Field Naturalist hired by the Conservancy and has experienced the growth of the organization, as well as the volunteer program.


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Orange County Fire Watch Recognized by Orange County Board of Supervisors

12/11/2019

 
PictureOC Fire Watch manager and volunteers honored by OC Board of Supervisors
On Tuesday, December 10, Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett of the Orange County Board of Supervisors presented certificates of recognition to OC Fire Watch and exemplary Fire Watch volunteers. The Orange County Board of Supervisors recognized volunteers Rick Gaskins, Rocky Bruno, Joan Steiner and Ed Steiner for their dedication to Fire Watch activities and protecting the Orange County community from wildfire. These four volunteers have individually served over 300 hours of volunteer service to support their community during Red Flag Warning deployments.
 
“While these volunteers are not trained as firefighters, they provide an important component to prevent destructive wildfires,” said Chairwoman Bartlett. “OC Fire Watch volunteers have over 12,000 hours of volunteer service in support of their communities. I want to congratulate all of them for a job well done and thank you for your service to our communities.”


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Irvine Ranch Conservancy Celebrates Its Volunteers and Partners

5/30/2019

 
PictureIRC's 12th Annual Volunteer & Partner Celebration
​On Friday, May 17, Irvine Ranch Conservancy honored its volunteers and community partners at the 12th Annual Volunteer and Partner Celebration in beautiful Limestone Canyon. The celebration is an opportunity for Conservancy volunteers and partners to come together to celebrate the land and their shared goal of stewardship on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.
 
Thanks to the stewardship efforts of Irvine Ranch Conservancy volunteers, nature lovers of all ages are able to continue to enjoy the natural beauty of the Landmarks. IRC volunteers made a significant impact by donating 41,500 hours of service in 2018. These hours come from a wide range of restoration projects, interpretive programs and volunteer-led activities. 


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