From garlands worn by young Aztec girls to honor the rain god Tlaloc to its status as a beloved movie-time treat around the world, popcorn has a fascinating story. Learn who first popped corn,…

 Meet new friends & make social connections while getting creative! All materials provided, while supplies last. No registration required, early arrival recommended.Date/Time: April14, 2026…

OC Parks and Newport Bay Conservancy invite you to attend our annual Earth Day at the Bay celebration!This free, family-friendly event features environmental-themed exhibits from community partners…

On Friday, February 27, 2026, an inmate housed at the James A. Musick Facility died while in custody. The decedent, Tracey Ann Robinson, was in custody for H&S 11377 (Possession of a Controlled…

Join OC Parks at Heritage Hill Historical Park for the annual Rancho Days Fiesta! Learn about the rich history of Orange County's rancho era through hands-on activities, crafts, music, dance and…

Thank you to everyone who attended the Frank R. Bowerman Resident Meeting on March 26. If you missed it, the Zoom recording is now available to view. 

Advance registration is required for this program.*Due to raptor nesting, some trails will be closed during the Limestone Canyon Wilderness Access Day on Saturday, April 4, including access to The…

Advance registration is required for this program.*Due to raptor nesting, some trails will be closed during the Limestone Canyon Wilderness Access Day on Saturday, April 4, including access to The…

Join us for a strenuous, extremely challenging, fast-paced, early morning cardio hike in Limestone Canyon, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. Along the way we’ll be rewarded with panoramic…

Join us for a slow-paced hike through Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve. Slowing our pace will encourage us to experience the land with all of our senses. If you enjoy recording your sightings of…