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 to learn about Upper Newport Bay.Wild Tales…

In recognition of Endangered Species Day, join us for a guided painting program to learn more about the threatened and endangered species that call Orange County home.This fun and engaging program…

Join OC Parks staff and volunteers to observe the sights, sounds and smells of nature in a new way. During this unique program we will combine nature journaling with an intimate nature walk led by a…

Join OC Parks staff and volunteers for a nature scavenger hunt that's fun for all ages!Participants will find a series of interpretive tables and posts that are "hidden" along the trails near the…

Join OC Parks for an interpretive bike ride around Upper Newport Bay! Participants will have the opportunity to get their heart rate up and pedal around the bay, all while learning about local…

Come enjoy an easy, 2.5-mile hike over easy but uneven terrain with approximately 50 feet of elevation gain. The hike will include interpretive stops along the way to learn about the bay, as well as…

Join OC Parks and learn more about turkey vultures and how they act as nature’s clean-up crew!This program includes a story time, 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…

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 begins at the Hollyleaf cul-de-sac near Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park (where West Ridge Trail meets Hollyleaf, near 65 Hollyleaf, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656).*Get up close with the…