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Technology Hits the Trails A new way to experience nature…first of its kind in OC outdoors! Let your cell phone be your guide. That's right: Your phone provides a fun, and convenient, way to learn more about Quail Hill in the City of Irvine's Open Space Preserve, which is also part of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. During this new self-guided audio tour, you can use your phone to listen as naturalists and researchers provide narrations on all aspects of the land, including its biology and history as well as trail etiquette. On your next trip to Quail Hill, just look for the "Cell Phone Tour" signs, call 949-743-5943, and enter the phonestop number and pound key to hear the recorded message. Since this is a cell phone tour, you can be anywhere along the trail where there is cell coverage to listen to the messages. Feel free to stroll along as you listen, then stop and enjoy the view to reflect on what you have learned. Or, if you would like to call in and listen to the narration after your hike you can dial the number and learn about the area you just explored… you can listen to the tour from any phone, anywhere at any time. What better way to explore nature than to take a leisurely stroll and learn about the open spaces that surround you along the way? The Quail Hill tour is free, but you will be using your own cell service and minutes. There is no additional charge to listen to these messages. To learn more about Quail Hill, the City of Irvine's Open Space Preserve, and other areas of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks, visit www.irvineranchwildlands.org. 
IRC Naturalist, Brian Hughes, tests out the cell phone tour at one of nine phonestops at Quail Hill Loop Trail.
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