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 all about Upper Newport Bay.Wild…

Nature journaling is a wonderful tool to make observations, create lasting memories and foster a deeper connection with nature. Each session will cover the basics of nature journaling, including…

Join OC Parks staff and volunteers for this free, family-friendly event about protecting our park spaces by following the Leave No Trace Seven Principles. © Leave No Trace: www.LNT.org The Leave…

*This program has been canceled.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…

*This program has been canceled due to wet and muddy conditions.Are your kids interested in learning more about the natural world? Come and explore the plants, animals and landscapes of Riley…

OC Parks invites you to learn about one of our common nocturnal animals: the barn owl. Participants will have an opportunity to learn more about these amazing creatures and how barn owls care for…

Please review the Photography Rules below prior to submitting an application.For more information on how to apply, please contact OC Parks Permits at 866-627-2757 or permits@ocparks.com. Business…

*This program begins at Canyon View Park, 22144 Canyon Vistas, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656*Explore Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park where you might see deer, bobcats and hawks. Learn about acorn…

Come enjoy a moderate 2.5-mile hike over easy but uneven terrain with approximately 150 feet of elevation gain. We will have interpretive stops along the way to learn about the unique environment of…

Visitors to IRC’s Native Seed Farm are first greeted by our Demonstration Garden, providing inspiration for regionally suitable plant gardens. Our garden hosts a variety of native plant species which…