Join a public group to kayak through the Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve and learn about what makes this place unique! Tours are guided by certified volunteer naturalists. As you gently paddle along, you will have the opportunity to see wetland wildlife while your naturalist guide stops occasionally to talk about the ecology/natural history of the Bay. Only 20 spots...
This FREE, family-friendly event features environmental-themed exhibits from community partners and local artists. Booths will feature activities that include arts and crafts, science discovery, and environmental education. There will be live music throughout the day, as well as a scavenger hunt complete with prizes. Be sure to enter the opportunity drawing as well! No need to register online and donations...
Visit Quail Hill Community Center to enjoy guided hikes, a composting demonstration, interactive activities, and presentations offered in collaboration with partner agencies. Guided hikes, led by Irvine Ranch Conservancy, will be offered at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Registration is required on-site, with limited space available. The composting demonstration will begin at noon.
Celebrate Earth Day by doing your part at Main Beach with Laguna Ocean Foundation! Grab a bucket help keep the local community free of trash. Participation requires a waiver to be signed by each individual.
Honor our local animals, plants, and waterways at City of Mission Viejo's annual Earth Day and Arbor Day Celebration. Volunteers can help plant trees and shrubs and partake in earth-friendly activities/exhibits with tips on pollution prevention, recycling and more. Lunch and ice cream will be provided for volunteers while supplies last and a complimentary golf cart shuttle service will be...
Participate in Spring cleaning by keeping E-waste out of our waterways. The City of Buena Park and EDCO are hosting a great opportunity to safely dispose of old electronics and paper documents. Residents can also pick up free mulch and compost while supplies last. This is a self-serve, self-loading service, so bring your own cans/bags and shovel. For more information...
Rid trash from the tall grass and weeds at this month's Santa Ana River Cleanup. The Santa Ana River has many tributaries that feed into it before it meets the ocean, you can do your part to prevent pollution on a local level. Must wear closed toed shoes and pants. Sign up online for the exact address.
Join the mission to protect our underwater pals, keep the wildlife safe, and stop trash in its tracks before it hits the waves with Coastal Corridor Alliance. Every fourth Saturday meet at Newport Lifeguard Tower 74 to pick up trash and help keep our waterways and community clean. Register on Eventbrite and sign the online liability waiver to participate.
Join a public group to kayak through the Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve and learn about what makes this place unique! Tours are guided by certified volunteer naturalists. As you gently paddle along, you will have the opportunity to see wetland wildlife while your naturalist guide stops occasionally to talk about the ecology/natural history of the Bay. Only 20 spots...