Immerse yourself in the vibrant beauty of Laguna Coast’s wildflowers as we hike along Stagecoach South. Along the way, we’ll explore how to identify various species and uncover the vital role biodiversity plays in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. This program involves hiking…
Discover the fascinating world of butterfly wings! In this interactive program, we’ll explore how butterfly wings get their stunning colors, how wing shapes affect butterflies’ survival and flight, and will go on a hike to see if we can find and ID…
Insects are the most diverse group of animals on Planet Earth and make up 80% of all known species. There are more kinds of bugs than all the other types of animals combined! Join OC Parks naturalists on a family-friendly trek around…
Join OC Park and LCF Volunteers on this moderate 3-mile program with 300-foot elevation gain over uneven, steep and rocky terrain. Step back 25 million years in Orange County’s history to a time when the seas receded, and the San Andreas Fault…
Join us for a sensory journey into the world of native plant teas! We’ll explore the ecological roles of our Coastal Sage Scrub plants, their cultural significance, and their unique flavors. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own unique tea…
Do you want to unplug and relax in nature? Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers on a guided walk to experience the outdoors in a new way and allow your natural sense of wonder to take you to a mindful space outside. We…
Join OC Park naturalists for story time and short hike with your little ones (ages 3-6) as we explore the William Mason Regional Park’s butterfly garden! We will be searching for caterpillars and butterflies! Age: 3-6 year-olds. Participants under 18 must be…
Earn yourself a William Mason Regional Park Jr. Ranger Badge by completing this Jr. Ranger adventure! We will be learning about what makes an animal invasive and watching the behavior of Mason's turtles.  Age: Designed for 8 to 12 years of age,…
As the day starts to settle into night at Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, bats awaken, stir and streak into the evening sky. Come hear fascinating tales of our flying mammals. We will spend time near the picnic tables hearing stories…
Nature can inspire the creativity within us! Join us on a scenic two-mile hike through Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, where we’ll explore the vibrant wildflowers of spring and the incredible biodiversity they support. Along the way, we’ll discover the unique adaptations of…
Enter a world of creativity by making nature themed crafts and artwork with your little ones. We’ll exclusively use Earth friendly materials that have either been found in nature, reused from regular daily products, or have been responsibly sourced. Sycamore trees will provide shade…
Do you want to unplug and relax in nature? Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers on a guided walk to experience the outdoors in a new way and allow your natural sense of wonder to take you to a mindful space outside. We…
Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer naturalists in partnership with OC Parks to enjoy an easy, 2.5-mile Family Hike over moderate but uneven terrain (45-ft. elevation gain). Starting at the James Dilley Preserve, we will hike one of the most diverse areas of Laguna…
Join OC Park and Laguna Canyon Foundation naturalists as we hike with your little ones to Barbara’s Lake. We will stop a look at tracks, birds, and more as we search for what plants and animals call Laguna Coast Wilderness Park home! …
