*Please note advance registration is REQUIRED for Wild Tales.*Spending time outside is one of the best ways to nurture curiosity and instill a love of the natural world. Bring your young ones and…

Join OC Parks staff and volunteers for our monthly program where art meets ecology! Come explore the natural world through the lens of creativity by making your own mosaic coaster.This program will…

Nature journaling is a wonderful tool for making observations, creating lasting memories and developing deeper connections with the world around us. This session will cover the basics of art theory…

Bring your little ones and learn more about mountain lions with OC Parks. This fun and engaging program includes story time, an age-appropriate hike and themed craft.The program begins at the Peter…

Join Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve staff and volunteers in enhancing the bay’s habitat for local wildlife. Activities may include non-native plant removal, planting natives, watering, removing…

Welcome to Orange County Environmental Health’s page for Cottage Food Operations (CFO). We’ve dedicated a page to help you with the requirements and steps to take to become a Cottage Food Operator in…

Orange County, CA (June 29, 2026) – OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is proud to announce that the Prima Deshecha Landfill in San Juan Capistrano has been officially certified as a Cal/VPP…

Connect with OC Public Libraries on the go - MyOCPL!Browse our collection and use our digital resources.Search our catalog of materials including books, movies, music, eBooks, and eAudiobooks.…

Bring your furry friend and join OC Parks staff and volunteers for a dog walk at Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve. Come enjoy an easy, 3-mile hike over uneven and unpaved terrain with…

*This program takes place at Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve, 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660*The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages park guests to explore the outdoor world…