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  • Birding Events

    Bird Walk

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    Nix Nature Center

    Spot local native and seasonal resident birds with Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer naturalists on this slow and easy 2-mile hike over moderate but uneven terrain with up to 50 feet in elevation gain. We will go to Barbara’s Lake and back through one of the most diverse plant communities in the United States. No experience necessary!  Age: 12 or older. […]

    Art Programs

    EarthCraft

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    Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

    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 and ambiance over the picnic tables on beautiful weather days and […]

    Living with Wildfire in Orange County – Talk at the Susi Q Center

    Wildfires are a fact of life in Orange County. In areas like Laguna Beach, where homes and communities border wilderness areas, we need to be informed and prepared for them! Come learn with Conservation Director Alan Kaufmann from Laguna Canyon Foundation about how fires in wilderness areas behave, and how we can all take steps […]

    Explorers Hike: Barbara’s Lake

    Registration Full

    Nix Nature Center

    New to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park? Whether you’re a volunteer, a new hiker, or simply curious about this wild and beautiful landscape, join us for a welcoming orientation hike that will help you get your bearings—both on the trails and in the ecosystem.  This guided hike is designed to introduce you to key landmarks, trail connections, scenic viewpoints, and the […]

    Art Programs

    Nature Creativity: Nature Magnets

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    Nix Nature Center

    Small moments of connection with nature are sometimes the most powerful. Join OC Park naturalists are we learn how to be present with nature and celebrate the small moments and wonders. We will end the program by making little nature picture magnets. Age: 12 years and older. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or […]

    Nature Meditation Walk

    Registration Full

    Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

    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 will walk less than 1 mile on relatively flat terrain and take stops along the way to engage in playful […]

    Family Hike

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    James Dilley Preserve

    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 Coast Wilderness Park to Barbara’s Lake and back.   Age: 6 or older. […]

  • Art Programs

    Kids Cold Native Plant Tea!

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    Nix Nature Center

    Join OC Park Naturalists as we explore the native plants of the Coastal Sage Scrub ecosystem! We will learn about how the native plants are connected to other parts of the ecosystem, historical uses of the plants, and we will end by making our own native plant tea to drink.  Note: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park […]

    Hike Laguna Coast

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    Nix Nature Center

    Come join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer naturalists in partnership with OC Parks Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Naturalists to explore the beauty and diversity of Little Sycamore Canyon Trail, Serrano Ridge, Camarillo Canyon, and Stagecoach South Trail in Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. This will be a moderately paced, 4.8-mile hike over some steep and uneven terrain with approximately 1,150 feet of […]

    Walk & Wonder / Camina y Maravilla

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    Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

    Join OC Park and Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers for a bilingual nature hike through the scenic trails of Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. This guided, 3-mile hike on Aliso Creek Trail East with 150 ft. of elevation gain invites participants to explore the natural world in both English and Spanish, fostering connection, curiosity, and community. Together we […]

    Explorers Hike: West Canyon Loop

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    Nix Nature Center

    New to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park? Whether you’re a volunteer, a new hiker, or simply curious about this wild and beautiful landscape, join us for a welcoming orientation hike that will help you get your bearings—both on the trails and in the ecosystem.   This guided hike is designed to introduce you to key landmarks, trail connections, scenic viewpoints, and the […]

    Little Explorers Program

    Little Explorers: Honeybees!

    Registration Full

    James Dilley Preserve

    Join OC Park naturalists for story time and short hike with your little ones (ages 3-6) as we explore honeybees! We will even get to try some honey! Age: 3-6 year olds. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.   Location: James Dilley Preserve, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park (I-5 or 405 south to 133 south to […]

    Art Programs

    Nature Creativity: Plant Dye Bandanas

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    Nix Nature Center

    Come learn about and enjoy the wonderful colors here at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park before making your own plant dyed bandanas using hammers. Age: 12 years and older. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.   Location: Nix Nature Center, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park (18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach 92651, West side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133).  Parking: […]

    Jr. Ranger Adventures

    Jr. Ranger Adventure: Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

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    Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

    The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages park guests to explore the outdoor world within OC Parks by developing a sense of belonging, becoming a part of nature and feeling empowered to be stewards of Orange County’s natural and cultural resources.  Earn yourself an Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park Jr. Ranger Badge by completing […]

    Backyard Bugs

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    Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

    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 Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park to learn all about these amazing animals […]

    Nature Meditation Walk

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    Nix Nature Center

    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 will walk less than 1 mile on relatively flat terrain and take stops along the way to engage in playful […]

    Birding Events

    Birds of a Feather: Beginners Birding

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    Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

    Join Laguna Canyon Foundation and OC Parks Volunteer Naturalists for a relaxed birding walk along Aliso Creek. This program is designed to introduce the basics of birding in a friendly and accessible way while hiking along a 3-mile path with 50-foot elevation gain on uneven terrain. While the focus is on beginners, birders of all […]

    Explorers Hike: Serrano Ridge

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    Nix Nature Center

    New to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park? Whether you’re a volunteer, a new hiker, or simply curious about this wild and beautiful landscape, join us for a welcoming orientation hike that will help you get your bearings—both on the trails and in the ecosystem.   This guided hike is designed to introduce you to key landmarks, trail connections, scenic viewpoints, and the […]

    Jr. Ranger Adventures

    Jr. Ranger Adventure: William Mason Regional Park

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    Mason Regional

    The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages park guests to explore the outdoor world within OC Parks by developing a sense of belonging, becoming a part of nature and feeling empowered to be stewards of Orange County’s natural and cultural resources.  Earn yourself a William Mason Regional Park Jr. Ranger Badge by completing this Jr. […]

    Birding Events

    Bird Walk

    RSVP

    James Dilley Preserve

    Spot local native and seasonal resident birds with Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer naturalists on this slow and easy 2-mile hike over moderate but uneven terrain with up to 100 feet in elevation gain. We will go through one of the most […]

    Art Programs

    EarthCraft

    RSVP

    Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

    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 […]

    Nature Meditation Walk

    RSVP

    Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

    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 will walk less than 1 mile on relatively flat terrain and take stops along the way to engage in playful […]

    Family Hike

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    James Dilley Preserve

    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 Coast Wilderness Park to Barbara’s Lake and back.   Age: 6 or older. […]

  • Nature Meditation Walk

    RSVP

    Nix Nature Center

    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 will walk less than 1 mile on relatively flat terrain and take stops along the way to engage in playful […]

    Explorers Hike: Barbara’s Lake

    RSVP

    Nix Nature Center

    New to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park? Whether you’re a volunteer, a new hiker, or simply curious about this wild and beautiful landscape, join us for a welcoming orientation hike that will help you get your bearings—both on the trails and in the ecosystem.  This guided hike is designed to introduce you to key landmarks, trail connections, scenic viewpoints, and the […]