Events

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.