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San Juan Loop Trail (Cleveland National Forest)

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Recently, Ashley together with I had the adventure to hike the San Juan Loop Trail inwards the Cleveland National Forest. We were looking for a quick hike together with this is a fun brusque hike that is non to far from most people inwards Orange County. It had been a long fourth dimension since nosotros hiked the San Juan Loop Trail together with nosotros were glad to last dorsum hiking on this trail again. On this hike, nosotros could actually come across how dry out this twelvemonth has been. This hiking trail commonly has H2O fifty-fifty into the summertime months/late autumn together with this twelvemonth at that topographic point was non a driblet of water. As many of you lot volition know, during the wintertime fourth dimension this trail goes yesteryear a twain of waterfalls together with a squeamish flowing stream. However given the tape drought this twelvemonth every bit seen yesteryear the moving-picture demo below, at that topographic point is no H2O inwards this area. Despite the visibility of the drought, the views together with scenery on this hike were really spectacular every bit always. The ane squeamish matter almost this hike is at that topographic point are sections amongst lots of shade. Ashley together with I are hoping that nosotros larn a actually practiced rainy flavour this twelvemonth to brand upward for the tape drought that Southern California is experiencing. Here are or then pictures from our hike together with if you lot would similar to hike the San Juan Loop Trail inwards the Cleveland National Forest, brand certain to cheque out our details trail write-up yesteryear clicking Here.

Oc Parks January 2014 Calendar Of Events

Here are some highlights from the OC Parks Jan Calendar of events, if you lot are looking for hiking ideas or other outdoor events inwards the calendar month of January, brand certain to banking concern jibe our some of these swell events!

OC Parks JANUARY 2014 calendar of events

January 1 – Bimonthly Bird Walks
8 – eleven a.m.
Join Naturalist Mike Clayton on a aeroplane walk at Riley Wilderness Park. All levels of birders welcome. As a wild animals sanctuary, Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park is a abode to an abundant let out of native plants together with former groves of Western Sycamores together with Coast Live Oaks which edge the park’s ii seasonally flowing creeks. The remaining nation features rolling hills together with canyons of Coastal Sage Scrub together with grasslands. Come prepared for a morn of exploring this delightful common together with its abundant aeroplane life.
Location: Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park. 30952 Oso Parkway, Coto de Caza, CA 92679
Website: http://www.ocparks.com/rileypark/
Cost: Free Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923–2265
Special Instructions: Bring your binoculars together with have on shoes amongst adept traction, some of the trails are steep. 

January 2, 9, 16, 23, thirty – Tideland Tykes
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Join our save staff for a fun-filled raise together with kid sense that may include arts together with crafts, story telling, hands-on activities or outdoor nature walks. Come prepared for an exciting outdoor experience!
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: $5 per pupil Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: Ages 2 to 8 years recommended. Space is express together with registration is required. Please telephone band (949) 923-2275, or electronic mail unbic@ocparks.com to register.

January three – Explore the Plants on the Trail to Barbara’s Lake
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Join us on a wonderful morn walk to Orange County’s alone natural lake spell learning nigh our native California flora life. This 2-mile leisurely hike volition hold upward led past times Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Online reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Ages 8 together with up. Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Road/SR-133, unopen to 3.5-miles S of I-5/405). For questions, telephone band (949) 497-8324.

January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – Wild Tales
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Visit amongst Preserve staff for story-telling fun! After a story, larn to a greater extent than nigh the natural history of the Bay through crafts, hands-on activities together with nature walks. Come prepared for an exciting outdoor experience!
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: $5 per pupil Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: Ages 2 to 8 years. Space is express together with pre-registration is required. Please telephone band (949) 923-2275, or electronic mail unbic@ocparks.com to register.  

January 4, 11, 18, 25 – Nature Walk
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Join our naturalists on a nature walk together with larn nigh Trabuco Canyon animals together with nature. Light to moderate walk on by together with large paved roads. Meet at the Nature Center but within the primary entrance of the park.
Location: O’Neill Regional Park. 30982 Trabuco Canyon Road, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92678
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2260
Special Instructions: All ages welcome. Meet at the Nature Center but within the primary entrance. Event is conditional on weather.

January 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 – Redwood Grove Hike
9:30 – eleven a.m.
Join OC Parks' trained staff on an slow 1.1-mile hike to the park's Coastal Redwood grove. You will use your five senses to engage amongst nature equally you lot stroll to the Redwoods. You volition also cause got an chance to learn nigh our native plants along the way. The hike begins each Sabbatum together with Dominicus morn at 9:30 a.m. from the park's Nature Center. Don't forget to see our Nature Center when you lot are there, too!
Location: Carbon Canyon Regional Park. 4442 Carbon Canyon Road, Brea, CA 92823
Website: http://www.ocparks.com/carboncanyon/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (714) 973-3160
Special Instructions: All ages. Participants should recall water, sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes. Meet at Nature Center located at due east destination of the park. Reservations preferred, delight telephone band (714) 973-3160 or electronic mail carboncanyon@ocparks.com.

January 4 – Caspers Park Foundation Meeting
9:30 – eleven a.m.
Interested inwards volunteering at Caspers Wilderness Park? Join our monthly coming together held inwards the Caspers Wilderness Park Nature Center. This is a swell chance to larn but what volunteer’s do, equally good equally regard others who dearest nature, the outdoors, together with preserving the common for all. Meeting starts at 9:30 a.m., followed past times an informative lecture presented past times invitee speakers at 10 a.m. Jan speaker: Ilse Byres - History of the Hot Springs. 
Location: Caspers Wilderness Park.  33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Website: www.ocparks.com/caspers/
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2210
Special Instructions:   For to a greater extent than information, telephone band the common part at (949) 923-2210.

January 4 – Family Hike
3 – five p.m.
Join us on this really enjoyable, slow 2-mile hike over moderate but uneven terrain (100-ft. elevation gain). Families welcome.  You volition hike inwards i of the most various areas inwards the park, through a canopy of oaks past times Barbara’s Lake together with back.  Led past times Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.   
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, James Dilley Preserve (east side of Laguna Canyon Rd/Sr-133, but N of 73 Toll Road). For questions, telephone band (949) 497-8324.


January 4 – Caspers Park Astronomy Night
5 – 8 p.m.
Come for a grand tour of the universe! Join Allan together with other amateur astronomers to cause got a await inwards the telescopes to regard Venus together with Jupiter including 4 of its largest moons. Take a guided tour of the constellations together with larn the myths together with facts nigh the cosmos. Observe the wonders of the nighttime heaven including nebulas, galaxies, star clusters together with double stars.
Location: Caspers Wilderness Park.  33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Website: www.ocparks.com/caspers/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2210
Special Instructions:  Rain or cloudy skies cancels the event. For to a greater extent than data telephone band the common at (949) 923-2210.  

January five – Edible & Useful Plant Hike
8 – eleven a.m.
Native Americans together with early on pioneers constitute their uses for local together with introduced plants, together with directly scientific discipline is finding out nigh potentially valuable medicines inwards our wild backyard. Learn nigh these edible together with useful plants during a moderate, but steep, uneven 3.5 mile hike (600-ft. elevation gain) amongst Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalist, Karin Klein (author of fifty Hikes inwards Orange County).
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Willow Canyon Staging Area (20101 Laguna Canyon Road, but S of El Toro Road intersection). For questions telephone band (949) 497-8324.

January five – 1st Dominicus Restoration Program at Talbert Nature Preserve 
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Come bring together us for some R&R at Talbert Regional Park inwards Costa Mesa equally nosotros boot off the first community based Talbert Restoration & Revitalization Project. Learn nigh the native plants together with wild animals of our Coastal zone. We volition regard the 1st Dominicus of each calendar month nine a.m. to 12 p.m. at the corner of 19th St. together with Balboa Blvd. inwards Costa Mesa.
Location: Talbert Nature Preserve. 1298 Victoria Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627.
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (714) 376-7414
Special Instructions: This computer program volition hold upward cancelled if rainy/muddy conditions are nowadays 24 hours prior or enrollment minimums are non met.

January 5, 12, 19, 26 – Nature Hike
9 – 10 a.m.
Join our Park Rangers Dominicus mornings for an slow 1-mile hike on the Nature Trail. The trail takes visitors through grassland, oak woodland, riparian together with sandy cactus scrub communities. Meet at Old Corral Day Use area. Rain volition cancel hike. 
Location: Caspers Wilderness Park.  33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Website: www.ocparks.com/caspers/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2210
Special Instructions: Wear comfortable clothing, hiking shoes. Sunscreen, H2O together with insect repellent are recommended. For additional information, delight telephone band the common at (949) 923-2210.

January five – Nature Center Open 
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Nature Center is opened upward the 1st Dominicus of each month. Join a Park Ranger for a tour of the nature middle together with larn nigh local history, flora together with fauna.
Location: Santiago Oaks Regional Park. 2145 N. Windes Drive, Orange, CA 92869
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (714) 973-6620

January 7, 11, 21, 25 – Modjeska House Tour 
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Docent-led tour of the historic solid together with grounds.
Mailing Address Online: 25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630-2534
Website: http://www.ocparks.com/modjeskahouse/
Contact: (949) 923–2230
Cost: $5 per person
Special Instructions: Advance reservations required, telephone band (949) 923-2230. Directions provided amongst reservations. 

January 8, 22 – Ride amongst a Ranger  
8 – eleven a.m.
Join us for a scenic cycle ride on the San Diego Creek Bike Path together with Back Bay Loop Trail every other Wed from 8 to eleven a.m. This 14.3 mile intermediate, casual cycle ride begins at William R. Mason Regional Park together with travels through the Back Bay Loop Trail back to Mason. 
Location: Mason Regional Park. 18712 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2220
Special Instructions: For to a greater extent than information, delight contact Park Ranger Candi Hubert at (949) 923-2222. Recommended for ages xvi together with up. Rides are every other Wednesday. Please choose water, sunscreen together with helmet. Rides volition hold upward cancelled without notice if inclement weather condition conditions are present.

January nine – Fitness Hike at Dilley
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Raise your pump charge per unit of measurement together with your spirits on this strenuous, fast-paced, 5.5-mile hike over steep together with uneven terrain (900-ft. elevation gain) amongst Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Online reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Ages fifteen together with up. Not for beginners. James Dilley Preserve (east side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133, but N of 73 Toll Road). For questions, telephone band (949) 497-8324.

January 10 – H5N1 Long Winter’s Night Hike  
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
The Long Winter’s Night Hike volition characteristic many fun activities:
A alive beast presentation, hot cocoa together with cookies, anda hike through the wilderness area.
Location: Peters Canyon Regional Park. 8548 E. Canyon View Ave., Orange, CA 92869
Website: http://ocparks.com/peterscanyon/
Cost: Free Parking: Free for volunteers
Contact: (714) 973-6611
Special Instructions: Space is limited, delight telephone band to register: (714) 973-6611. Meet inwards the parking lot close the common office.

January eleven – 2nd Sabbatum Trail Work Day
8:30 – eleven a.m.
Come bring together common staff together with our trail leaders past times volunteering to assistance amongst habitat restoration, non-native flora removal together with trail operate throughout Irvine Regional Park. Please have on jeans together with durable shoes or boots. Park provides tools together with gloves. Bring sunscreen, hat, snacks, together with water.
Location: Irvine Regional Park. 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92869 Website: www.ocparks.com/irvinepark/
Cost: Free Parking: Free for volunteers 
Contact: (714) 973–6835
Special Instructions: Ideal for ages 12 together with up. Minors must hold upward accompanied past times an adult. Large schoolhouse groups/companies welcome, telephone band (714) 973-6836 for grouping registration.

January eleven – California Native Plant & Wildflower Hike
9 a.m.  – 12 p.m.
Learn to position native plants amongst Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this moderate but fast-paced, steep together with rocky, 4.8-mile hike (700-ft. elevation gain).
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Ages 12 together with up. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133, unopen to 3.5 miles S of I-5/405). For questions, telephone band (949) 497-8324.

January 11, 18, 25 – Campfire Program
7 – 8 p.m.
Every Sabbatum night, join us for a campfire computer program that may include a slide presentation, wilderness safety, games together with activities for children, beast adaptations, skins together with skulls, a alive beast demonstration together with a run a endangerment to see the Nature Center. Topics may vary weekly.
Location: Caspers Wilderness Park. 33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Website: www.ocparks.com/caspers/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2210
Special Instructions: All ages welcome!

January 12 – Second Dominicus Restoration Program
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join Preserve staff together with other volunteers inwards enhancing the Bay’s habitat for local wildlife. Activities may include non-native flora removal, planting natives, watering, trash cleanup together with Butterfly Garden maintenance. No sense is necessary; water, snacks together with tools are provided. 
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: Minors aged xvi together with younger must cause got legal guardian nowadays at all times. Space is express together with pre-registration is required. Please telephone band (949) 923-2275, or electronic mail unbic@ocparks.com to register. Program volition hold upward cancelled if inclement weather condition is present.

January xiv – Dilley Loop Nature Hike
9 a.m. – eleven a.m.
Get unopen to nature on this leisurely 2-mile hike (370-ft. elevation gain) over steep together with uneven terrain equally you lot location plants together with animals or perchance their tracks together with signs along the way.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Ages 12 together with up. James Dilley Preserve (405 South to 133 S to stoplight at 73 turn-off; brand a U-turn, become 1 block. Dilley is on the right). For questions, telephone band (949) 497-8324.


January xvi – Fitness Hike at Little Sycamore
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Raise your pump charge per unit of measurement together with your spirits on this difficult, strenuous together with fast-paced, 4.8-mile hike (400-ft. elevation gain) over really steep, uneven terrain amongst Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Online reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Ages fifteen together with up. Not for beginners. Hiking poles suggested. Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Road/SR-133, unopen to 3.5-miles S of I-5/405). For questions, telephone band (949) 497-8324.

January 17 – H5N1 Morning Stroll to Barbara’s Lake
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Enjoy an outdoor stroll to Barbara’s Lake (Orange County’s alone natural lake) on this leisurely paced, level, 2-mile hike amongst Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. All ages welcome! Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133, unopen to 3.5 miles S of I-5/405). For questions, telephone band (949) 497-8324.

January xix – Birding Basics amongst Ranger Portia
8:30 – eleven a.m.
Explore the various aeroplane populations of Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve amongst Ranger Portia on the 3rd Dominicus of the month. From seasonal migratory species to year-round residents, birders of all ages volition savour a morn outdoors on these informative, withal fun-filled walks. The computer program volition regard at the "Constellation Street" common entrance at 8:30 a.m. Come prepared for your birding adventure amongst binoculars, hat, sunscreen together with appropriate footwear.   
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: All ages. This computer program volition hold upward cancelled if rainy/muddy conditions are nowadays 24 hours prior or enrollment minimums are non met. This computer program is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Please telephone (949) 923-2275, or e-mail unbic@ocparks.com to salve your location together with have directions to the Constellation Street entrance.

January xix – Afternoon Geology Hike
1 – 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy unspoiled canyon views together with larn nigh the geology of this area. The rocks together with fossils reveal fascinating stories nigh the park’s ancient environments. This volition hold upward a 3.5-mile hike over steep together with uneven terrain (650-ft. elevation gain).
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per soul Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235

Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Willow Canyon Staging Area (20101 Laguna Canyon Rd, but S of El Toro Rd intersection). For questions, telephone band (949) 497-8324.

Oc Parks February 2014 Calendar Of Events

Here are some highlights from the OC Parks Feb Calendar of events, if yous are looking for hiking ideas or other outdoor events inward the calendar month of February, brand certain to banking concern check our some of these bang-up events!

OC Parks Feb 2014 calendar of events

February 1 – Wilderness Access Day – Limestone Canyon
8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Enjoy self-guided access inward magnificent Limestone Canyon. Designated trails volition hold upward opened upward for self-guided hiking, biking in addition to equestrian purpose from 8am to 2pm. Parking is limited, however, in addition to later on attendees may hold upward turned away from the event. Do non halt or commons anywhere along Santiago Canyon Road. The entrance gate volition non opened upward until 8am. All participants MUST banking concern check inward in addition to consummate their registration at the Augustine Staging Area prior to accessing the trail system. Trail routes vary inward distance in addition to grade of difficulty. Please conception accordingly. Choices make from slow one-hour walks to strenuous 15-mile cardio hikes. Visiting “The Sinks” is a 9-mile circular trip hike over moderate terrain.
Location: Irvine Ranch Open Space, Limestone Canyon
Contact: (714) 973-6609
Special Instructions: Click the link for registration in addition to information, including location - http://letsgooutside.org/activities/2014/02/01/wilderness-access-day-limestone-canyon-4/. 

February 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 – Redwood Grove Hike
9:30 – xi a.m.
Join OC Parks' trained staff on an slow 1.1-mile hike to the park's Coastal Redwood grove. You will use your five senses to engage alongside nature equally yous stroll to the Redwoods. You volition also create got an chance to learn close our native plants along the way. The hike begins each Sat in addition to Lord's Day morn at 9:30 a.m. from the park's Nature Center. Don't forget to see our Nature Center when yous are there, too!
Location: Carbon Canyon Regional Park. 4442 Carbon Canyon Road, Brea, CA 92823
Website: http://www.ocparks.com/carboncanyon/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (714) 973-3160
Special Instructions: All ages. Participants should hollo back water, sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes. Meet at Nature Center located at eastward destination of the park. Reservations preferred, delight telephone telephone (714) 973-3160 or e-mail carboncanyon@ocparks.com.

February 1 – Caspers Park Foundation Meeting
9:30 – xi a.m.
Interested inward volunteering at Caspers Wilderness Park? Join our monthly coming together held inward the Caspers Wilderness Park Nature Center. This is a bang-up chance to larn simply what volunteer’s do, equally good equally run into others who dearest nature, the outdoors, in addition to preserving the commons for all. Meeting starts at 9:30 a.m., followed yesteryear an informative lecture presented yesteryear invitee speakers at 10 a.m. Feb speaker: Celia Kutcher- Native Plants.
Location: Caspers Wilderness Park.  33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Website: www.ocparks.com/caspers/
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2210
Special Instructions:   For to a greater extent than information, telephone telephone the commons component subdivision at (949) 923-2210.

February 1 – Fifth Annual Monarch Butterfly Day
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
OC Parks invites children in addition to families to larn all close Monarch Butterflies in addition to their natural habitat alongside an upward closed hold off at the magnificent creatures at the Fifth Annual Monarch Butterfly Day! 
Location: Mile Square Regional Park. 16801 Euclid, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (714) 973-6600
Special Instructions: Recommended for children ages 4-12.

February 1 – Family Hike
3 – five p.m.
Join us on this real enjoyable, slow 2-mile hike over moderate but uneven terrain (100-ft. superlative gain). Starting at Nix Nature Center nosotros volition hike 1 of the most various areas of the commons nether a canopy of Oaks to Barbara’s Lake in addition to back. Hike is led yesteryear Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.   
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, James Dilley Preserve (east side of Laguna Canyon Rd/Sr-133, simply northward of 73 Toll Road). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 1 – Astronomy Program
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Come for a grand tour of the universe! Join Allan in addition to other amateur astronomers to create got a hold off inward the telescopes to reckon Jupiter including iv of its largest moons. Take a guided tour of the constellations in addition to larn the myths in addition to facts close the cosmos. Observe the wonders of the nighttime heaven including nebulas, galaxies, star clusters in addition to double stars.
Location: Caspers Wilderness Park.  33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Website: www.ocparks.com/caspers/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2210
Special Instructions: Held exclusively on evenings alongside clear skies (good weather). Call commons at (949) 923-2210 for weather-sky updates or additional information.

February 2 – Edible & Useful Plant Hike
8 – xi a.m.
Native Americans in addition to early on pioneers institute their uses for local in addition to introduced plants, in addition to at 1 time scientific discipline is finding out close potentially valuable medicines inward our wild backyard. Learn close these edible in addition to useful plants during a moderate, but steep, uneven 3.5-mile hike (600-ft. superlative gain) alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalist, Karin Klein (author of fifty Hikes inward Orange County).
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Willow Canyon Staging Area (20101 Laguna Canyon Road, simply S of El Toro Road intersection). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 2 – Morning Birding at Laguna Niguel Regional Park 
8 – xi a.m.
Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer Naturalists on this birding adventure. Spot native in addition to wintertime resident birds on this irksome in addition to slow 2-mile walk through a landscaped suburban-parkland setting at Laguna Niguel Regional Park. Wear waterproof hiking or walking shoes (landscape is real wet); select binoculars! 
Location: Laguna Niguel Regional Park. 28241 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $5 per vehicle  
Contact: (949) 923-2240
Special Instructions: Ages 12 in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities.  Meet at the staging expanse parking lot at Shelter 3. For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.


February 2 – Influenza A virus subtype H5N1 Walk inward the Park
8:30 – 10 a.m.
Bring the household unit of measurement to sentiment the landmark Aliso Creek restoration projection in addition to search for OC’s native wild fauna on the Aliso Creek Trail East. This is a 2.5-mile grade terrain, leisurely hike (50-ft. superlative gain) through riparian in addition to grassland habitats. Led yesteryear OC Parks Resource Specialist Rick Schaffer.
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: Free Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Ages seven in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Ranger Headquarters, 28373 Alicia Pkwy (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Alicia, foremost correct on Awma, left into parking lot). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 2 – 1st Lord's Day Restoration Program at Talbert Nature Preserve 
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Come bring together us for some R&R at Talbert Regional Park inward Costa Mesa equally nosotros boot off the first community based Talbert Restoration & Revitalization Project. Learn close the native plants in addition to wild fauna of our Coastal zone. We volition run into the 1st Lord's Day of each calendar month ix a.m. to 12 p.m. at the corner of 19th St. in addition to Balboa Blvd. inward Costa Mesa.
Location: Talbert Nature Preserve. 1298 Victoria Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (714) 376-7414
Special Instructions: This computer programme volition hold upward cancelled if rainy/muddy conditions are nowadays 24 hours prior or enrollment minimums are non met.

February 2, 9, 16, 23 – Nature Hike
9 – 10 a.m.
Join our Park Rangers Lord's Day mornings for an slow 1-mile hike on the Nature Trail. The trail takes visitors through grassland, oak woodland, riparian in addition to sandy cactus scrub communities. Meet at Old Corral Day Use area. Rain volition cancel hike. 
Location: Caspers Wilderness Park.  33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Website: www.ocparks.com/caspers/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2210
Special Instructions: Wear comfortable clothing, hiking shoes. Sunscreen, H2O in addition to insect repellent are recommended. For additional information, delight telephone telephone the commons at (949) 923-2210.

February 2 – Nature Center Open 
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Nature Center is opened upward the foremost Lord's Day of each month. Join a Park Ranger for a tour of the nature catch in addition to larn close local history, flora in addition to fauna.
Location: Santiago Oaks Regional Park. 2145 N. Windes Drive, Orange, CA 92869
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (714) 973-6620

February three – Knitting inward Nature 
1 – three p.m.
Come out in addition to knit or crochet inward nature at beautiful Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. Whether yous desire to larn how to knit or create got been knitting for years, come upward bring together inward the stitching equally nosotros sit down nether the sycamores.  Help available to all knitters.  Bring your ain projection or endeavour your manus at the projection of the calendar month that is bang-up for beginners (Please e-mail leader for materials needed for the projection of the month, amy@lagunacanyon.org).
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Ranger Headquarters, 28373 Alicia Pkwy (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Alicia, foremost correct on Awma, left into parking lot). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 4, 8, 18, 22 – Modjeska House Tour 
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Docent-led tour of the historic solid in addition to grounds.
Mailing Address Online: 25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630-2534
Website: http://www.ocparks.com/modjeskahouse/
Contact: (949) 923–2230
Cost: $5 per person
Special Instructions: Advance reservations required, telephone telephone (949) 923-2230. Directions provided alongside reservations. 

February 5, xix – Ride alongside a Ranger  
8 – xi a.m.
Join us for a scenic bike ride on the San Diego Creek Bike Path in addition to Back Bay Loop Trail every other Midweek from 8 to xi a.m. This 14.3 mile intermediate, casual bike ride begins at William R. Mason Regional Park in addition to travels through the Back Bay Loop Trail back to Mason. 
Location: Mason Regional Park. 18712 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2220
Special Instructions: For to a greater extent than information, delight contact Park Ranger Candi Hubert at (949) 923-2222. Recommended for ages sixteen in addition to up. Rides are every other Wednesday. Please select water, sunscreen in addition to helmet. Rides volition hold upward cancelled without notice if inclement atmospheric condition conditions are present.

February half dozen – Fitness Hike at Canyon View 
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Raise your catch charge per unit of measurement in addition to your spirits on this strenuous, fast-paced, 5.5-mile hike over steep in addition to uneven terrain (400-ft. superlative gain) alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Ages xv in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Canyon View Staging Area (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Glenwood [turns into Pacific Park] in addition to correct on Canyon Vistas. Meet at the entrance to Canyon View Park). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 6, 13, 20, 27 – Tideland Tykes
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Join our save staff for a fun-filled bring upward in addition to kid sense that may include arts in addition to crafts, story telling, hands-on activities or outdoor nature walks. Come prepared for an exciting outdoor experience!
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: $5 per pupil Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: Ages 2 to 8 years recommended. Space is express in addition to registration is required. Please telephone telephone (949) 923-2275, or e-mail unbic@ocparks.com to register.

February seven – Explore the Plants on the Trail to Barbara’s Lake
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Join us on a wonderful morn walk to Orange County’s exclusively natural lake piece learning close our native California flora life. This 2-mile leisurely hike volition hold upward led yesteryear Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Ages 8 in addition to up. Online reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Ages 8 in addition to up. Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Road/SR-133, some 3.5-miles S of I-5/405). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 7, 14, 21, 28 – Wild Tales
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Visit alongside Preserve staff for story-telling fun! After a story, larn to a greater extent than close the natural history of the Bay through crafts, hands-on activities in addition to nature walks. Come prepared for an exciting outdoor experience!
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: $5 per pupil Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: Ages 2 to 8 years. Space is express in addition to pre-registration is required. Please telephone telephone (949) 923-2275, or e-mail unbic@ocparks.com to register.  

February 8 – 2nd Sat Trail Work Day
8:30 – xi a.m.
Come bring together commons staff in addition to our trail leaders yesteryear volunteering to assist alongside habitat restoration, non-native flora removal in addition to trail operate throughout Irvine Regional Park. Please have on jeans in addition to durable shoes or boots. Park provides tools in addition to gloves. Bring sunscreen, hat, snacks, in addition to water.
Location: Irvine Regional Park. 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92869 Website: www.ocparks.com/irvinepark/
Cost: Free Parking: Free for volunteers 
Contact: (714) 973–6835
Special Instructions: Ideal for ages 12 in addition to up. Minors must hold upward accompanied yesteryear an adult. Large schoolhouse groups/companies welcome, telephone telephone (714) 973-6836 for grouping registration.

February 8 – Sat Fitness Hike 
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy a fresh, coastal breeze equally yous acquire your workout inward the commons on this strenuous fast-paced, 6.5-mile hike over steep in addition to uneven terrain (1,100-ft superlative gain). Hike through lush Wood Canyon in addition to upward to surrounding ridges alongside OC Parks Resource Specialist Rick Schaffer.
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Ages xv in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Canyon View Staging Area (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Glenwood [turns into Pacific Park] in addition to correct on Canyon Vistas. Meet at the entrance to Canyon View Park). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 8 – California Native Plant & Wildflower Hike
9 a.m.  – 12 p.m.
Learn to seat native plants alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this moderate but fast-paced, steep in addition to rocky, 3.5-mile hike (600-ft. superlative gain).
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Ages 12 in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Willow Canyon Staging Area (20101 Laguna Canyon Road, simply S of El Toro Road intersection). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 8 – I Heart Hike
6 – 8 p.m.
Come reckon Carbon Canyon Regional Park inward a completely dissimilar setting -- inward the dark! Park rangers volition Pb a starlit hike showcasing the natural wonders that tin exclusively hold upward seen at night. The I Heart Hike volition characteristic many fun activities, including a visit to the Nature Center, live fauna presentation, hot cocoa in addition to cookies, in addition to a hike through the wilderness area.
Location: Carbon Canyon Regional Park. 4442 Carbon Canyon Road, Brea, CA 92823
Website: http://www.ocparks.com/carboncanyon/
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (714) 973-3160
Special Instructions: This is an outdoor event. Please wearing apparel warmly, have on skillful walking shoes in addition to select a flashlight. Space is limited. Please telephone telephone (714) 973-3160 to register.

February 8 – World of Wolves – Learn All About Wolves!
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Get The Facts - non what folklore in addition to movies desire yous to believe!  Did yous know wild wolves are afraid of people?
World of Wolves is a fun in addition to informative hold off at wolf behavior, biology, in addition to social pack structure.  What produce wolves consume in addition to how often?  Why are wolves of import to the ecosystem?  In this novel updated computer programme we’ll written report close-up footage of Wolf Haven’s wolves howling, odor rolling in addition to interacting alongside 1 another.  Plus - specifically for the youngsters - we’ll examine wolf, coyote, cougar, bobcat, grizzly acquit in addition to deer skulls in addition to compare the divergence betwixt carnivores, omnivores in addition to herbivores! The presentation also includes hands on portions with, tracks in addition to antlers.
Speaker: Skie Bender, Education Outreach for Wolf Haven International, a nonprofit sanctuary for captive born wolves located inward Washington State www.wolfhaven.org 
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Website: http://www.ocparks.com/uppernewportbay/  
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: All ages are invited; however, to a greater extent than appropriate for historic catamenia 8 years in addition to older. Space is express in addition to pre-registration is required. Please telephone telephone (949) 923-2275, or e-mail unbic@ocparks.com to register.

February 8, 15, 22 – Campfire Program
7 – 8 p.m.
Every Sat night, join us for a campfire computer programme that may include a slide presentation, wilderness safety, games in addition to activities for children, fauna adaptations, skins in addition to skulls, a alive fauna demonstration in addition to a remove chances to see the Nature Center. Topics may vary weekly.
Location: Caspers Wilderness Park. 33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Website: www.ocparks.com/caspers/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2210
Special Instructions: All ages welcome!

February ix – Second Lord's Day Restoration Program
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join Preserve staff in addition to other volunteers inward enhancing the Bay’s habitat for local wildlife. Activities may include non-native flora removal, planting natives, watering, trash cleanup in addition to Butterfly Garden maintenance. No sense is necessary; water, snacks in addition to tools are provided. 
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: Minors aged sixteen in addition to younger must create got legal guardian nowadays at all times. Space is express in addition to pre-registration is required. Please telephone telephone (949) 923-2275, or e-mail unbic@ocparks.com to register. Program volition hold upward cancelled if inclement atmospheric condition is present.

February xi – Dilley Loop Nature Hike
9 – xi a.m.
Get closed to nature on this leisurely 2-mile hike (370-ft. superlative gain) over steep in addition to uneven terrain equally yous location plants in addition to animals or peradventure their tracks in addition to signs along the way.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Ages 12 in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. James Dilley Preserve (405 South to 133 S to stoplight at 73 turn-off; brand a U-turn, become 1 block. Dilley is on the right). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 12 – Yoga Hike   
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Stretch your heed in addition to trunk on this 2.4-mile hike alongside a yoga twist over steep in addition to uneven terrain (100-ft. superlative gain) led yesteryear Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Ages 12 in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Canyon View Staging Area (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Glenwood [turns into Pacific Park] in addition to correct on Canyon Vistas. Meet at the entrance to Canyon View Park). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 12 – Orange County Wildflowers Talk in addition to Book Signing
6 – 8:30 p.m.
Marvel at the multifariousness in addition to demeanor of our local wildflowers, equally yous bask the enthusiasm of renowned botanists Bob Allen in addition to Fred Roberts, authors of the novel book, Wildflowers of Orange County in addition to the Santa Ana Mountains.  Take this chance to create got your mass signed – in addition to back upward the Laguna Canyon Foundation yesteryear purchasing books for flower-loving friends.  This mass has everything yous e'er wanted to know close our flowers!  Snacks provided!  
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Online reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Road/SR-133, some 3.5 miles S of I-5/405). For questions call: (949) 497-8324.

February xiii – Fitness Hike at Dilley
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Raise your catch charge per unit of measurement in addition to your spirits on this strenuous, fast-paced, 5.5-mile hike over steep in addition to uneven terrain (900-ft. superlative gain) alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Ages xv in addition to up. Online reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Not for beginners. James Dilley Preserve (east side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133, simply northward of 73 Toll Road). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February xiv – Wood Canyon Discovery Hike  
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Explore beautiful Wood Canyon in addition to discovery its wild fauna alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this moderate but steep, uneven in addition to rocky, 5-mile hike (200-ft. superlative gain). 
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Canyon View Staging Area (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Glenwood [turns into Pacific Park] in addition to correct on Canyon Vistas. Meet at the entrance to Canyon View Park). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February xv – Paws Fur Pink 
7 – xi a.m.
Irvine Regional Park volition hold upward hosting the Paws Fur Pink 5K Dog Run/Walk for Breast Cancer.  Come bring together us for the Hearty Hound 5K, the Dawdling Doodle walk or the Lassie Loop Lil’ Kids Dash.  There also volition hold upward a costume challenger followed yesteryear an respect ceremony for the day’s events.
Location: Irvine Regional Park. 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92869 Website: www.ocparks.com/irvinepark/
Cost: Visit http://bookthatevent.com/pawsfurpink/ for to a greater extent than information. Parking: $5 per vehicle   
Contact: (714) 973–6835
Special Instructions: Dogs must hold upward leashed at all times alongside fixed leashes no longer than half dozen feet long. One domestic dog per participant. Meet at Group Area #4.

February xv – Keep It Wild Volunteer Day
8 – xi a.m.
Come on out in addition to assist restore the wild lands nosotros so enjoy! There’s no ameliorate agency to start a Sat morn than yesteryear joining Laguna Canyon Foundation in addition to OC Parks staff inward an invigorating projection of non-native flora removal and/or planting native plants. Help us brand a healthier environs for the native wild fauna in addition to for ourselves.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: Free Parking: Free for Keep It Wild Volunteers
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Little Sycamore Staging Are/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133, some 3.5 miles S of I 5/405). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324. 

February xv – Keep It Wild Volunteer Day 
8 – xi a.m.
Come on out in addition to assist restore the wild lands nosotros so enjoy! There’s no ameliorate agency to start a Sat morn than yesteryear joining Laguna Canyon Foundation in addition to OC Parks staff inward an invigorating projection of non-native flora removal and/or planting native plants. Help us brand a healthier environs for the native wild fauna in addition to for ourselves.
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: Free Parking: Free for Keep It Wild Volunteers!  
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Ranger Headquarters, 28373 Alicia Pkwy (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Alicia, foremost correct on Awma, left into parking lot). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.




February xv – Moulton Peak Geology Hike  
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Join Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this 4-mile Geology hike (600-ft. superlative gain) over steep in addition to uneven terrain. Hike through the oak-filled woodland of Wood Canyon in addition to perish along to the park’s highest peak. We volition exceed yesteryear stone formations that state of ancient floods, landslides in addition to the edifice of a bang-up shell-filled limestone reef. This hike is non for beginners! Bring water, hiking shoes (hiking poles suggested), snacks, in addition to plain guides of your pick in addition to a sense of adventure!
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Ages xv in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Canyon View Staging Area (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Glenwood [turns into Pacific Park] in addition to correct on Canyon Vistas. Meet at the entrance to Canyon View Park). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 15, 22 – Ranger Led Campfire Program
8 – ix p.m.
Join us Sat nighttime at the amphitheater for this Ranger led verbalize on local fauna life, laid to the glow of burn light. This number is exclusively opened upward to those camping ground at O’Neill Regional Park. No access for twenty-four hours purpose after sunset.
Location: O’Neill Regional Park. 30982 Trabuco Canyon Road, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92678
Cost: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2260 or (949) 923-2256
Special Instructions: All ages welcome. Event is outdoors in addition to theme on atmospheric condition conditions. 

February sixteen – Birding Basics alongside Ranger Portia
8:30 – xi a.m.
Explore the various plane populations of Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve alongside Ranger Portia on the tertiary Lord's Day of the month. From seasonal migratory species to year-round residents, birders of all ages volition bask a morn outdoors on these informative, yet fun-filled walks. The computer programme volition run into at the Constellation Street commons entrance at 8:30 a.m. Come prepared for your birding adventure alongside binoculars, hat, sunscreen in addition to appropriate footwear.   
Location: Upper Newport Bay. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2290
Special Instructions: All ages. This computer programme volition hold upward cancelled if rainy/muddy conditions are nowadays 24 hours prior or enrollment minimums are non met. This computer programme is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Please telephone (949) 923-2275, or e-mail unbic@ocparks.com to salve your location in addition to have directions to the Constellation Street entrance.

February sixteen – Introduction to Mountain Bike Riding   
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Learn mount biking basics in addition to trail etiquette on this 6.8-mile ride over steep in addition to uneven terrain (800-ft. superlative gain) piece enjoying canyon views. Led yesteryear Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer mount bike trail assistants.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Please come upward prepared alongside a bike suitable for off-pavement riding, sturdy shoes, helmet, gloves, H2O in addition to a snack. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Ridge Park Staging Area (Newport Coast Drive to Ridge Park Rd. eastward to end; run into at the gate). For questions telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February sixteen – Intermediate Mountain Bike Ride  
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Catch beautiful canyon views on this 10-mile ride over steep in addition to uneven terrain (1,000-ft. superlative gain) alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer mount bike trail assistants.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. This is for INTERMEDIATE riders alongside mount biking experience. Appropriate mount biking equipment required. Must create got helmet, gloves, hydration, a snack is strongly suggested. Also, hold upward prepared for varied atmospheric condition out inward the canyons. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Ridge Park Staging Area (Newport Coast Drive to Ridge Park Rd. eastward to end; run into at the gate). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February sixteen – Morning Walk Around the Lake
9 – xi a.m.
Come bask a wonderful morn walk about the lake in addition to larn close the native plants in addition to critters inward the park. This is an slow 2.5-mile walk (both paved in addition to dirt trail) alongside no superlative gain. Led yesteryear Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer Naturalists.
Location: Laguna Niguel Regional Park. 28241 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $5 per vehicle 
Contact: (949) 923-2240
Special Instructions: Ages 8 in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Meet at the parking lot inward front end of Shelter 3. For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 17 – Family Hike on the Lake Trail
9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
We are working on a novel trail guide for The Lake Trail in addition to Barbara’s Lake. Come endeavour it out alongside Resource Specialist Laura Cohen in addition to larn close survival inward Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. This is an slow 2-mile hike over moderate but uneven terrain to Barbara’s Lake in addition to dorsum (100-ft. superlative gain).
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: Free Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Ages ix in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, James Dilley Preserve (east side of Laguna Canyon Rd/Sr-133, simply northward of 73 Toll Road). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February xviii – Book Hike 
9 – xi a.m.
Engage your encephalon along alongside your trunk on a 4-mile hike inward beautiful Aliso & Wood Canyon piece nosotros portion our favorite books. Come prepared to contribute a championship or 2 in addition to acquire out alongside the anticipation of some bang-up novel reads equally good equally a relaxed in addition to exercised body. Led yesteryear a LCF volunteer naturalist & reader. Elevation gain 300 ft. on terrain that tin hold upward uneven in addition to rocky. Influenza A virus subtype H5N1 hat, sunscreen, hiking shoes, H2O in addition to snack are recommended.
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Ages xv in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Canyon View Staging Area (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Glenwood [turns into Pacific Park] in addition to correct on Canyon Vistas. Meet at the entrance to Canyon View Park). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 20 – Fitness Hike at Little Sycamore
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Raise your catch charge per unit of measurement in addition to your spirits on this difficult, strenuous in addition to fast-paced, 4.8-mile hike (400-ft. superlative gain) over real steep, uneven terrain alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Ages xv in addition to up. Online reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Not for beginners. Hiking poles suggested. Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Road/SR-133, some 3.5-miles S of I-5/405). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 21 – Influenza A virus subtype H5N1 Morning Stroll to Barbara’s Lake
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Enjoy an outdoor stroll to Barbara’s Lake (Orange County’s exclusively natural lake) on this leisurely paced, level, 2-mile hike alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: All ages welcome! Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133, some 3.5 miles S of I-5/405). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 21 – Tot Walk
9 – xi a.m.
Join Ranger Zak in addition to Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers in addition to select your immature ones (babies to three yrs old) to explore Aliso's wild backyard. We volition reckon bugs, fauna tracks, plants, birds and have all kinds of outdoor fun!
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: Free Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: For babies to three years old. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Ranger Headquarters, 28373 Alicia Pkwy (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Alicia, foremost correct on Awma, left into parking lot). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 22 – OC Chili Winter Trail Run Series
7 a.m. – 12 p.m.
This is a 5-mile trail run on beautiful O'Neill Park trails.  For to a greater extent than data in addition to to register for this number see http://bookthatevent.com/trailrun/.
Location: O’Neill Regional Park. 30982 Trabuco Canyon Road, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92678
Cost: Visit http://bookthatevent.com/trailrun/ for to a greater extent than information.
Contact: (949) 923-2260

February 22 – Long Distance Hike inward the Back Country
8 – 11:30 a.m.
Explore the beauty in addition to multifariousness of 2 canyons, Little Sycamore in addition to Laurel Canyon, inward the backcountry of the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. This volition hold upward a strenuous, 7-mile hike (770-ft. superlative gain) over rocky in addition to uneven terrain. We volition hike through sycamore in addition to oak woodlands, riparian habitats, coastal sage scrub, in addition to opened upward grassland. Participants should hold upward tally in addition to able to hike long distances. For your security in addition to comfort select a suggested 2-3 liters of water, a hat, a hearty snack in addition to proper hiking shoes.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Ages xv in addition to up. Online reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Ages 8 in addition to up. Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area/Nix Nature Center (west side of Laguna Canyon Road/SR-133, some 3.5-miles S of I-5/405). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 22 – Wilderness Walking Club 
2 – 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy a wonderful, moderate 3-mile walk (535-ft. superlative gain) through various coastal sage-scrub in addition to riparian environments. Catch views of the canyons in addition to mount ranges from the ridge top in addition to so walk downwards to Barbara’s Lake, a hidden precious stone in addition to the exclusively natural lake inward Orange County.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Ages 10 in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. James Dilley Preserve (405 South to 133 S to stoplight at 73 turn-off; brand a U-turn, become 1 block. Dilley is on the right). Hat, H2O in addition to a snack recommended for your comfort. For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 23 – Birding Walk 
8 – xi a.m.
Spot native year-round wintertime resident birds alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteer naturalists on this 2-mile hike over uneven terrain (up to 400-ft superlative gain) through 1 of the most various flora communities inward the United States.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  For ages 12 in addition to up. Wear hiking or walking shoes in addition to select binoculars. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. James Dilley Preserve (405 South to 133 S to stoplight at 73 turn-off; brand a U-turn, become 1 block. Dilley is on the right). For questions telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 23 – Family Hike inward the Canyon
8:30 – 10 a.m.
Enjoy a hike alongside your household unit of measurement inward beautiful Wood Canyon, piece exploring its wild fauna alongside OC Parks Resource Specialist Rick Schaffer. This is an slow 2-mile hike (300-ft superlative gain) over uneven in addition to rocky terrain.
Location: Aliso in addition to Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: Free Parking: Free
Contact: (949) 497-8324
Special Instructions: Ages seven in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Canyon View Staging Area (from southbound Aliso Creek Rd, plough correct on Glenwood [turns into Pacific Park] in addition to correct on Canyon Vistas. Meet at the entrance to Canyon View Park). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 23 – There’s More Than Meets The Eye At Clark Park  
1 – 3:30 p.m.    
Have yous e'er wondered “Where are all the animals inward the park?” but haven’t a clue?  See the commons through the eyes of a Ranger in addition to discovery the hidden clues.  Find out what animals ruled the reason inward Clark Park 10,000 years agone in addition to what animals dominion today.  Visit alongside Rangers at a Share in addition to Show Exhibit located at Clark Park’s Fossil Museum front end patio from 1 to three p.m. in addition to discovery the secrets of Clark Park. A moderate xxx infinitesimal ¾ of a mile Ranger-led nature walk volition follow.  The walk volition get at the Share in addition to Show Exhibit, perish along yesteryear Elephant in addition to Camel Hill in addition to upward Camel Hill, the highest indicate of Clark Park earlier looping dorsum to the starting point. Fun activities volition hold upward available for both children in addition to adults
Location: Clark Regional Park. 8800 Rosecrans Ave., Buena Park, CA 90621
Website: http://ocparks.com/parks/ralph/
Cost: Free Parking: $5 per vehicle
Contact: (714) 973–3170 

February 25 – Beginners Fitness Hike
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Now is a bang-up fourth dimension to start a novel fitness routine start alongside an slow 2-mile hike over moderate but uneven terrain to Barbara’s Lake in addition to dorsum (100-ft. superlative gain). Laguna Canyon Foundation naturalists volition indicate out local flora in addition to fauna along the way.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: $3 per vehicle
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions:  Ages 12 in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Wear walking or hiking shoes, hat, sunscreen, in addition to select water. James Dilley Preserve (405 South to 133 S to stoplight at 73 turn-off; brand a U-turn, become 1 block. Dilley is on the right). For questions, telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.

February 27 – Fitness Hike at Ridge Park 
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Raise your catch charge per unit of measurement in addition to your spirits on this difficult, strenuous in addition to fast-paced, 6.5-mile hike (510-ft. superlative gain) over real steep, uneven terrain alongside Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers.
Location: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. 18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: $2 donation per somebody Parking: Free  
Contact: (949) 923-2235
Special Instructions: Ages xv in addition to up. Reservations required, sign-up online: www.lagunacanyon.org/activities. Not for beginners. Hiking poles suggested. Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Ridge Park Staging Area (Newport Coast Drive to Ridge Park Rd. eastward to end; run into at the gate). For questions telephone telephone (949) 497-8324.
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