| Events & Programs... |
| Sat1May | Campfire ProgramCaspers Wilderness ParkCome join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about Caspers Wilderness Park. Our Campfire program may include a slide presentation, wilderness safety, games and activities for children, ... read more » |
| Sat1May | Caspers Park Preservation Foundation MeetingCaspers Wilderness ParkPlease join the Caspers Park Preservation Foundation (CPPF) during the first Saturday of every month where we talk about different topics concerning nature and the park. This meeting is a pot luck ... read more » |
| Sat1May | Fitness Hike - Big BendLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkRaise your heart rate and your spirits on this difficult, strenuous and fast-paced, 5.0-mile hike (700-ft. elevation gain) over very steep, uneven terrain with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. ... read more » |
| Sat1May | Celebrate MayLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkCome celebrate spring and help us honor Laguna Canyon Foundation President and co-founder. Enjoy docent led nature tours staging every half hour. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Little Sycamore ... read more » |
| Sat1May | Wildflowers and Wild Foods HikeAliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkMay 1, Sat., 9 a.m.-noon, Wildflowers and Wild Foods Hike: Learn about edible and useful plants on this moderate, but steep, uneven and rocky, 2.4-mile hike (100-ft. elevation gain) with Laguna ... read more » |
| Sun2May | Rancho Days FiestaHeritage Hill Historical ParkVisit Heritage Hill Historical Park on Sunday, May 2nd, from 11 am to 3 pm, for Rancho Days Fiesta! Celebrate the richness of Orange County's past with exciting live entertainment, great food, ... read more » |
| Sun2May | Nature Hike: Plant AdaptationsCaspers Wilderness ParkJoin our Park Rangers Sunday mornings for an easy 1 mile hike on the Nature Trail. Our topic this week will be Plant Adaptations. We will discuss how many plants survive in this desert climate. ... read more » |
| Sun2May | Introduction to Mountain Biking Laguna Coast Wilderness ParkEnjoy canyon views and learn mountain biking basics on this 10-mile ride over steep and uneven terrain (over 1,500-ft. elevation gain) with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer mountain bike trail ... read more » |
| Sun2May | Rocks and FossilsLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkWhat can you learn from a rock? Kirk Kegel from South Orange County Gem and Mineral Society will share his rock collection at the Nix Nature Center. Enjoy our fossil hunt and “rocking” ... read more » |
| Thu6May | Fitnes Hike - Ridge ParkLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkRaise your heart rate and your spirits on this strenuous, fast-paced, 5.0-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain (700-ft. elevation gain) with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. Laguna Coast ... read more » |
| Thu6May | See the Redwoods Nature Hike with the RangerCarbon Canyon Regional ParkThursday mornings hike with the Ranger on the Nature Trail to the Redwood Grove. Bring binoculars. The Ranger will carry field guides for tracks and birds or you can bring your own. We will ... read more » |
| Thu6May | Junior Ranger Program #4- Caring for Park Plants/AnimalsLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkLearn what park plants and animals need to survive. Learn to use some of the tools rangers use to help take care of the park. (Second through fourth graders, ages 7-10, can earn a Junior Ranger ... read more » |
| Fri7May | Elder TrekLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkEnjoy the outdoors and learn about diverse plant life on this easy, level, 2-mile hike with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Little Sycamore Canyon ... read more » |
| Sat8May | Wildflower HikeLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkLearn to identify native spring bloomers with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this moderate, but steep and rocky, 3.5-mile hike. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, James Dilley ... read more » |
| Sat8May | Campfire ProgramCaspers Wilderness ParkCome join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about Caspers Wilderness Park. Our Campfire program may include a slide presentation, wilderness safety, games and activities for children, ... read more » |
| Sat8May | Exploring the Night SkiesCaspers Wilderness ParkJoin the Orange County Astronomers for a night of star gazing and excitement at Caspers Wilderness Park. Come look through telescopes to see the wonders of the night sky. Astronomers will be here ... read more » |
| Sat8May | Volunteer Training & OrientationLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkLearn about various volunteer opportunities with Laguna Canyon Foundation. No experience required. For information and reservations call 949-923-2235 or e-mail volunteer@lagunacanyon.org. Laguna ... read more » |
| Sat8May | Trailside EncountersAliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkThere are always new encounters along the trail! Hear the latest wildlife gossip on this easy 1-mile hike with OC Parks Ranger Portia Arutunian, Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Ranger ... read more » |
| Sun9May | Second SundaysPeter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterJoin Preserve staff and other volunteers in enhancing the Bay’s habitat for local wildlife. Activities may include non-native plant removal, planting natives, watering, trash cleanup and Butterfly ... read more » |
| Sun9May | Nature HikeCaspers Wilderness ParkJoin our Park Rangers Sunday mornings for an easy 1 mile hike on the Nature Trail. The trail takes the visitor through grassland, oak woodland, riparian and sandy cactus scrub communities. A wide ... read more » |
| Tue11May | Exploring Biodiversity for SeniorsLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkLearn about the diversity of animal and plant species as you explore our ever-changing wilderness on an easy, 1.5-mile hike over rocky and uneven terrain. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, James ... read more » |
| Wed12May | Yoga HikeAliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkYoga Hike: Stretch your mind and body on this 2.4-mile hke with a yoga twist over steep and uneven terrain (100-ft. elevation gain) led by Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. Aliso & Wood ... read more » |
| Thu13May | Yoga for KidsLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkChildren ages 6-10 will explore a fun- filled yoga experience in a wilderness setting with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. Please bring a yoga mat, towel and water. Laguna Coast Wilderness ... read more » |
| Thu13May | Tideland Tots - Bzzz...Bzzz...Bzzz... BeesPeter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterJoin Preserve staff for a fun-filled parent and child experience that may include arts and crafts, story telling, hands-on activities or outdoor nature walks.Come prepared for an exciting outdoor ... read more » |
| Thu13May | Bayside Buddies - Metamorphic MagicPeter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterAttention all junior naturalist! Discover our amazing natural world at the bay through hands-on activities, crafts and nature walks. Come prepared for an exciting outdoor experience! Space is ... read more » |
| Thu13May | Astronomy NightO'Neill Regional ParkJoin the Orange County Astronomers for a night of star gazing and excitement at O’Neill Regional Park. Come look through telescopes to see the wonders of the night sky. Astronomers will be here ... read more » |
| Thu13May | Fitness Hike - WillowLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkRaise your heart rate and your spirits on this strenuous, fast-paced, 3.5-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain (700-ft. elevation gain) with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. Laguna Coast ... read more » |
| Thu13May | Animal Art I - Toddler ProgramOrange County ZooJoin us for an hour of creativity and fun with an animal theme! Come ready to get a little messy! Class includes hands-on learning and fun crafts. Please see special instructions. read more » |
| Thu13May | See the Redwoods Nature Hike with the RangerCarbon Canyon Regional ParkThursday mornings hike with the Ranger on the Nature Trail to the Redwood Grove. Bring binoculars. The Ranger will carry field guides for tracks and birds or you can bring your own. We will ... read more » |
| Fri14May | Wild Tales - "Fidget's Freedom"Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterVisit with Preserve staff for story-telling fun! After a story, learn more about the natural history of the Bay through crafts, hands-on activities and nature walks. Come prepared for an exciting ... read more » |
| Sat15May | Discovery HikeAliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkExplore beautiful Wood Canyon as you discover its wildlife with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this moderate, but steep, uneven and rocky, 5-mile hike (200-ft. elevation gain). ... read more » |
| Sat15May | Campfire ProgramCaspers Wilderness ParkCome join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about Caspers Wilderness Park. Our Campfire program may include a slide presentation, wilderness safety, games and activities for children, ... read more » |
| Sat15May | Keep It Wild Volunteer DayLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkVolunteers help Laguna Canyon Foundation and OC Parks staff with restoration projects. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna ... read more » |
| Sun16May | Fitness Hike - Big BendLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkRaise your heart rate and your spirits on this difficult, strenuous and fast-paced, 5.0-mile hike (700-ft. elevation gain) over very steep, uneven terrain with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. ... read more » |
| Sun16May | Nature HikeCaspers Wilderness ParkJoin our Park Rangers Sunday mornings for an easy 1 mile hike on the Nature Trail. The trail takes the visitor through grassland, oak woodland, riparian and sandy cactus scrub communities. A wide ... read more » |
| Sun16May | Recreational Mountain Bike RideAliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkCatch beautiful coastal canyon views on this 10-mile ride over steep and uneven terrain (1,000-ft. elevation gain) with Park Ranger Bridges and Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer mountain bike ... read more » |
| Mon17May | Baby and MeLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkExplore Mother Nature on your way to fitness. This fitness-oriented 2-mile hike (400 ft elevation gain) is for expecting moms and mothers with babies on board. Trails not accessible for strollers. ... read more » |
| Tue18May | Yoga for SeniorsLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkEnjoy a peaceful, 1.5-mile walk in our canyon as you learn yoga stretches, breathing and relaxation exercises with Laguna Canyon Foundation senior volunteers. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, James ... read more » |
| Thu20May | See the Redwoods Nature Hike with the RangerCarbon Canyon Regional ParkThursday mornings hike with the Ranger on the Nature Trail to the Redwood Grove. Bring binoculars. The Ranger will carry field guides for tracks and birds or you can bring your own. We will ... read more » |
| Thu20May | Tideland Tots - High in the Sky HawksPeter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterJoin Preserve staff for a fun-filled parent and child experience that may include arts and crafts, story telling, hands-on activities or outdoor nature walks.Come prepared for an exciting outdoor ... read more » |
| Thu20May | Junior Ranger Program #5- Hiking in the Park Laguna Coast Wilderness ParkTake a hike and learn about the plants and animals that live at the park and how you can leave no trace while "Hiking in the Park." (Second through fourth graders, ages 7-10, can earn a Junior ... read more » |
| Fri21May | Wild Tales - "On One Flower"Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterVisit with Preserve staff for story-telling fun! After a story, learn more about the natural history of the Bay through crafts, hands-on activities and nature walks. Come prepared for an exciting ... read more » |
| Fri21May | Tot WalkLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkBring your wee ones to explore our wild backyard on this easy walk with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Willow Canyon Staging Area (20101 Laguna Canyon Road, ... read more » |
| Fri21May | Elder TrekLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkEnjoy the outdoors and learn about diverse plant life on this easy, level, 2-mile hike with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Little Sycamore Canyon ... read more » |
| Sat22May | Campfire ProgramCaspers Wilderness ParkCome join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about Caspers Wilderness Park. Our Campfire program may include a slide presentation, wilderness safety, games and activities for children, ... read more » |
| Sat22May | Taking a Liking to Hiking Beginner's HikeSantiago Oaks Regional ParkInterested in hiking, but just starting out? Strap on your boots for the Taking a Liking to Hiking beginner-level hike. A Park Ranger will lead the way for an hour-long, medium paced jaunt along ... read more » |
| Sat22May | Family Bike RideAliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkCatch beautiful canyon views on this easy, family- friendly, 6-mile bike ride with OC Parks Ranger Portia Arutunian. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Meet at Ranger Headquarters, Gate 1, ... read more » |
| Sat22May | Family Arthropod HuntLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkAs the days get longer and warmer, you can find more insects and other arthropods. Join Resource Specialist Laura Cohen on an easy 1.5-mile nature walk searching for insect life. Laguna Coast ... read more » |
| Sun23May | Family Discovery Hike (In Spanish)Aliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkExplore beautiful Wood Canyon as you discover its wildlife with Spanish-speaking Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this easy 2-mile hike. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. ... read more » |
| Sun23May | (FULL) Exploring San Juan Hotsprings & Cold Spring Canyon HikeCaspers Wilderness ParkPlease join Caspers Park Naturalist Karin Klein on a moderately strenous 3 mile journey through history and nature as we explore the San Juan Hot Springs and Cold Spring Canyon. This hike will ... read more » |
| Sun23May | Nature HikeCaspers Wilderness ParkJoin our Park Rangers Sunday mornings for an easy 1 mile hike on the Nature Trail. The trail takes the visitor through grassland, oak woodland, riparian and sandy cactus scrub communities. A wide ... read more » |
| Sun23May | Cultural Resource HikeLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkLearn how Native Americans used various plants on this rigorous, 2-mile hike (400-ft. elevation gain) with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Little Sycamore Canyon ... read more » |
| Tue25May | Tai Chi for SeniorsLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkLearn tai chi as you balance your mind and body on a 1.5-mile hike with Laguna Canyon Foundation senior volunteers. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature ... read more » |
| Thu27May | Fitness Hike - James DilleyLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkRaise your heart rate and your spirits on this strenuous, fast-paced, 4.8-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain (400-ft. elevation gain) with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. Laguna Coast ... read more » |
| Thu27May | Tideland Tots - Mud GrubPeter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterJoin Preserve staff for a fun-filled parent and child experience that may include arts and crafts, story telling, hands-on activities or outdoor nature walks.Come prepared for an exciting outdoor ... read more » |
| Thu27May | Yoga for KidsLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkChildren ages 6-10 will explore a fun- filled yoga experience in a wilderness setting with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers. Please bring a yoga mat, towel and water. Laguna Coast Wilderness ... read more » |
| Thu27May | See the Redwoods Nature Hike with the RangerCarbon Canyon Regional ParkThursday mornings hike with the Ranger on the Nature Trail to the Redwood Grove. Bring binoculars. The Ranger will carry field guides for tracks and birds or you can bring your own. We will ... read more » |
| Fri28May | Down On The Farm - Toddler ProgramOrange County ZooCome learn all about goats, sheep, cows, pigs, chickens and more! Class includes hands-on learning and fun crafts. Please see special instructions. read more » |
| Fri28May | Wild Tales - "Animal Babies"Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterVisit with Preserve staff for story-telling fun! After a story, learn more about the natural history of the Bay through crafts, hands-on activities and nature walks. Come prepared for an exciting ... read more » |
| Fri28May | Sunset StrollPeter & Mary Muth Interpretive CenterJoin us for a twilight nature walk and discover the wonders of our “not so spooky” night-time wilderness friends. Discover how nature’s night shift is essential to our habitats and create your own ... read more » |
| Sat29May | Nature through the Camera's Eye Laguna Coast Wilderness ParkCalling all photographers! Hike 3 miles (25-ft. elevation gain) with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers to some wonderful photography sites to capture on film. Meet at Laguna Coast Wilderness ... read more » |
| Sat29May | Weed WarriorsCaspers Wilderness ParkPlease join us on the last Saturday of every month in the fight against non-native plants! Help Park Rangers and volunteers destroy non-native, invasive plants and learn why we must battle to keep ... read more » |
| Sat29May | Campfire ProgramCaspers Wilderness ParkCome join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about Caspers Wilderness Park. Our Campfire program may include a slide presentation, wilderness safety, games and activities for children, ... read more » |
| Sun30May | Birding HikeLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkSpot resident and spring migratory birds with Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this 2-mile hike over uneven terrain through one of the most diverse plant communities in the United ... read more » |
| Sun30May | Docent Led Equestrian Ride at CaspersCaspers Wilderness ParkJoin Volunteer Naturalist Julia Chrenow for a ride in a Mediterranean Climate. Discover some of the beauty of Caspers 8,000 acres of protected wilderness on this 3.8 mile out and back ride down ... read more » |
| Sun30May | Recreational Mountain Bike RideAliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkCatch beautiful coastal canyon views on this 10-mile ride over steep and uneven terrain (1,000-ft elevation gain) with Park Ranger Bridges and Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer mountain bike ... read more » |
