Hikes and walks for kids of all ages help ease summertime boredom.
Summer is officially here – begin the countdown until your kids utter the dreaded phrase: “I’m bored.”
Be prepared with a list of family-friendly outdoor summer activities in the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. From the mountains to the sea, opportunities abound for both daily-access trails and docent-led programs. The variety of activity will help avoid another summer of video games, and better still, offers outdoor experiences that create lasting family memories.
Summer is officially here – begin the countdown until your kids utter the dreaded phrase: “I’m bored.”
Be prepared with a list of family-friendly outdoor summer activities in the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. From the mountains to the sea, opportunities abound for both daily-access trails and docent-led programs. The variety of activity will help avoid another summer of video games, and better still, offers outdoor experiences that create lasting family memories.
A full listing of activities is available at www.LetsGoOutside.org/activities, and tech-savvy kids can even go online to choose their own outdoor adventures. Age limits vary for each activity – simply click on the activity title to see age requirements as well as other details. Docent-led family programs coming up next week include “Afternoon Animal Tracking” June 28 in Round Canyon, “Animal Art” June 28 at the OC Zoo, a family hike June 30 in Black Star Canyon, the weekly campfire program June 30 at O’Neill Regional Park, a nature walk July 1 at Caspers Wilderness Park, and a family beginner mountain bike ride July 1 in spectacular Limestone Canyon.
For busy families who find it hard to fit one more activity on the schedule, many wilderness and open space parks are open daily for self-guided access. Crystal Cove State Park has many diverse trails leading to a beach with an “underwater park.” In Irvine, Quail Hill offers an easy loop trail, and Bommer Canyon features a variety of trails with spectacular views. OC Parks offers many wilderness parks with trails open daily, and the newly-renovated Buck Gully Trail in Newport Beach is a perfect balance to a day at the beach.
Information on all locations mentioned can be found at www.LetsGoOutside.org – click on the interactive map for details. Some programs are in areas with parking or usage fees, and have varying minimum age requirements. Also, docent-led programs require pre-registration. For full details on all of the programs mentioned, please visit www.LetsGoOutside.org/activities.
For busy families who find it hard to fit one more activity on the schedule, many wilderness and open space parks are open daily for self-guided access. Crystal Cove State Park has many diverse trails leading to a beach with an “underwater park.” In Irvine, Quail Hill offers an easy loop trail, and Bommer Canyon features a variety of trails with spectacular views. OC Parks offers many wilderness parks with trails open daily, and the newly-renovated Buck Gully Trail in Newport Beach is a perfect balance to a day at the beach.
Information on all locations mentioned can be found at www.LetsGoOutside.org – click on the interactive map for details. Some programs are in areas with parking or usage fees, and have varying minimum age requirements. Also, docent-led programs require pre-registration. For full details on all of the programs mentioned, please visit www.LetsGoOutside.org/activities.
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