“Panhe” means “place by the water” in the Acjachemen language. More than 9,000 years ago, the ancient village of Panhe was established along the banks of San Mateo Creek in the area that is now San Mateo Campground. In present times, the Acjachemen continue to hold Panhe as a sacred, ceremonial, cultural, and burial site. The South OC Watershed Management...
Identify the steps to design a watershed-wise landscape. In this free workshop, discover topics about covering sizing and siting a rainwater collection area, developing a palette of climate-appropriate plants, applying key design principles, and laying out a successful planting plan. Advanced registration is required.
This Academy will breakdown all parts of OC San so that you can walk away with a better understanding of what they do, how, and why. In this class you will discover the daily process of treating wastewater from millions of people. Follow the flow from pipelines to treatment and see how recycled water is produced through the Groundwater Replenishment...
Join Surfrider's beach cleanup at San Clemente Pier and help prevent litter from harming our local water resources. Bring your reusable water bottle, sunscreen and work or garden gloves. Participants will have everything provided to do a beach clean and data collection. Advanced sign up is required. Sign up online for the exact address.
Come to Irby Park to dig, pull, and plant with Surfrider. Activities include removing invasive weeds, planting native vegetation, and working on other important projects. This is a free event and advanced registration is required. Sign up online for the exact address.
Volunteer at Calafia Beach to protect our beautiful ocean. To ensure safety and comfort please bring closed toe shoes, a reusable water bottle, trash picker, sun protection (sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses), and comfortable clothing. Advanced registration is required. Sign up online for the exact address.
How can the plants in your garden help prevent pollution in your community? Learn more in Part 1 of a series on watershed wise landscaping which will discuss building a healthy living soil sponge, collecting rainwater on your property, selecting local native plants that minimize water use and maximize biodiversity, and controlling your irrigation. The class is free, but advanced...
Do your part in keeping your community clean with Orange County Coastkeeper and prevent pollution at Huntington Beach! Make sure to bring closed-toed shoes, comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing, sun protection, and your own cleanup equipment. This is a free event and advanced registration online is required. Sign up for the exact address.
This event is a free journey guided by the NatureScape Garden team that highlights some of South Orange County’s most sensational and sustainable landscapes. You can look forward to water-wise friendly garden elements, beautiful California native plants, educational stations, and more! Guided tours depart every 15 minutes and last about 30 minutes. Space is limited so please register online.
Enjoy the sun and surf by doing your part to prevent pollution at the San Gabriel River Jetty cleanup. This event is free but advanced registration is required. Sign up online for the exact address.
The Surfrider Newport Beach Chapter invites you to participate in their 1st Saturday of the month beach cleanup. They provide gloves and bags. Volunteers are encouraged to bring sunblock, sunglasses, sun and wind protection/layers, hydration in a reusable bottle, and shoes/sandals. Each participant or his/her parent/guardian (if under 18) must sign a waiver.
In this webinar you will learn about soil moisture balance, key components of a properly installed drip system, typical problems with drip irrigation and how to avoid them, and developing a successful maintenance practice. This class is free, but advanced registration is required.
Join your local water districts in person for a free CA friendly and native plant landscaping class! Learn more in Part 1 of a series on watershed wise landscaping which will discuss building a healthy living soil sponge, collecting rainwater on your property, selecting local native plants that minimize water use and maximize biodiversity, and controlling your irrigation. Advanced registration...
Join the foundation for a free interpretive nature walk! Learn about the local shorebirds and the watershed the beach is located in. Bring a hat, sunscreen, water, snacks, and close-toed shoes if you have them. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by a guardian, In the event of rain, this walk could be canceled. Parking fees apply.
This Academy will breakdown all parts of OC San so that you can walk away with a better understanding of what they do, how, and why. This presentation will include a brief overview of our Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The session will conclude with a presentation on career opportunities at OC San and the next steps for those interested. Register...
Gardens should be for all members of the family to enjoy! Learn how to create a welcoming space that's safe for your family and our waterways during this webinar. Topics include what makes a garden kid friendly, managing animal waste, constructing fun and stimulating gardens beyond turf, and more! This class is free but advanced registration is required.
Provide support to the critical habitat of River's End Park during this free event. At this event you will get the opportunity to remove invasive weeds while enjoying the beauty of this outdoor resource! Gloves and limited tools will be supplied. Please bring your own if you have them! Sign up for the exact address. Sign up online for the...
Visit Quail Hill Community Center to enjoy guided hikes, a composting demo, and interactive activities and presentations offered by the City of Irvine and partner agencies. For more details, visit the website.
Protect OC's watersheds while being active! Join the Surfrider Foundation of North Orange County's river clean up starting at Huntington Beach! This event is free and suitable for watershed protectors of all ages. Closed toe shoes and pants are required.
Take home free items for your pollinator home garden and find out information about native plants and water quality education! Please RSVP to: lzawaski@danapoint.org by Wednesday, April 16th
This free workshop includes topics covering sizing and siting a rainwater collection area, developing a palette of climate-appropriate plants, applying key design principles, and laying out a successful planting plan. Advanced registration is required.
This Academy will breakdown all parts of OC San so that you can walk away with a better understanding of what they do, how, and why. At this session, participants who attend all four workshops will be honored with a Certificate of Completion at the graduation ceremony during the April Board Meeting. Register online, workshop dates are subject to change.
Are you looking to remove turf from your yard but don't know where to start? In this webinar you will learn about removing turf without the use of chemicals, replacing turf with climate-appropriate plants, and how to successfully apply for a turf replacement rebate. This class is free, but advanced registration is required.
The City of Mission Viejo is hosting its annual Earth Day and Arbor Day Celebration with a planting and Green Expo. Participants should wear a hat, gloves, boots and sunscreen. Lunch and ice cream will be available for volunteers while supplies last. See website and flyer 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.
Become a part of the solution to pollution and help keep Huntington City Beach healthy and clean. Volunteer efforts contribute to Beach nourishment and aid environmental restoration by providing a safe habitat for various species such as birds, shellfish, and sea turtles. Visit website for Volunteer Release and Liability Waiver before attending.
This free Earth Day event is a three-site extravaganza starting at Bolsa Chica State Beach Tower 28 for environmental actvities and a beach cleanup. At site 2 across the street you can take a tour at the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve to learn about our local wildlife. Finally, end the day at the Huntington Harbour Yacht Club to hear from...
You can use rainwater as a free resource in your yard. This webinar will discuss selecting a rainwater collection method, swale and berm tips, information about cisterns, and integrating hardscapes. Advanced registration is required.
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