Celebrate the Autumn Equinox with a special storytime! 🌿🍂 On September 22, join Early Childhood Education Specialist Kass for a magical reading of Leaf Man. 🍁✨ Don't miss out—register now at encenter.org!

Join our new program for families with neurodiverse children! 🌿 Each session mirrors our early childhood classes with a story, guided nature hike, and hands-on activities. Register now! #InclusiveNature #FamilyTime

Due to the high wind speeds and Red Flag fire weather warning, ENC Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary will be closed today.

🌿✨ Still a few spots left in our Neurodivergent Naturalists class! 🦋 Join us for an hour of outdoor exploration, sensory play, and connection with nature. It’s a safe, welcoming space where we can learn, play, and grow together! 💚🌱 Register at encenter.campbrainregistration.com

🏆 Honored to receive the California Green Building Award for Waste & Circular Solutions! Our commitment to sustainable practices and environmental education continues to grow. Thank you USGBC for this recognition! #Sustainability #GreenBuilding

🌳 Tonight at 6 PM on CBS2, ENC President Bo Glover will share our fight to protect the land we’ve stewarded for 50+ years. Mature trees and native habitat have been destroyed, threatening our mission of conservation and education. Tune in to learn more. #SaveOurTrees #ENC

Sad news for ENC: 20 trees, including redwood, oak & toyon, were cut down recently. Our team is working to protect what remains, including a beloved oak tree. 🌳💔 Watch the full story: cbsnews.com/losangeles/new… #SaveOurTrees #ENC #NewportBeach #NatureLoss

🌿 Exciting news! The ENC’s Mini Naturalist Class is coming to Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary this February! 🌸 Designed for kids aged 1-3 + their guardians. 🗓️ Registration opens Jan 27: encenter.campbrainregistration.com Don’t miss out – spots fill quickly! 🐦✨ #MiniNaturalist

🌟 Ready for adventure? Sign your kids up for ENC President's Week Nature Camp! 🐾 🎒 Explore nature 🌿 Hands-on learning 🌞 Outdoor fun 📅 Limited spots available – register today! 🌐 encenter.org #ENCNatureCamp #GetOutside

🌟 Looking for something exciting for Presidents' Week? 🎒 Join ENC Presidents' Week Nature Camp! 🌿 Outdoor adventures 🦉 Hands-on learning 🎨 Nature crafts 📅 Spots are limited – sign up now! 🌐 encenter.org #ENCNatureCamp #PresidentsWeek

🌊 Join us for our annual stream & pond mucking at the ENC! Get muddy, help nature, and skip the gym on Jan 22 or 24 (8AM-2:30PM). Email [email protected] to sign up. Your muscles will thank you! 💪🌿 #NewportBeach #Volunteer #Conservation

🍃 Join us at the Environmental Nature Center on Jan 22 or 24 to help our pond and stream! No experience needed; just bring enthusiasm! Any time between 8 AM and 2:30 PM helps. Email [email protected] to volunteer. 🌱 #CommunityService #ENCNewport #Volunteering

🏕️ Celebrate International Day of Education with outdoor learning! ✨ ENC Presidents' Week Nature Camp: 🍃 Explore trails 🌞 Discover wildlife 🎨 Create nature-inspired art 📅 register today! 🌐 encenter.org #PresidentsWeek #NatureCamp #InternationalDayOfEducation

Had a wonderful Mini Naturalist class at Tucker this morning! 🌿 8 little explorers joined us, most familiar with Newport but new to Tucker. Positive feedback—excited to keep it going! 💚 #NatureEducation #MiniNaturalists

🌄 Start your weekend with this stunning view! Captured by our manager Wendy Green from the Chaparral Trail at ENC Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary. 🌿🐦 We’re open Sat & Sun, 10 AM–3 PM. Come explore the trails and soak in the beauty! 🌞 #ENCTucker #NatureViews #Explore

💘 Sweets for the Sweet, Honey for Your Honey! 🐝💝 Find the perfect eco-friendly Valentine’s gift at Nature’s Gifts! From local honey 🍯 to semi-precious stone hearts 💜 📍 Shop ENC or Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary (Sat & Sun 10-3)! Members get 10% off! #ShopLocal #EcoGifts

🌿 Restoring ENC’s Natural Spaces! Many of you may have heard about the unexpected vegetation loss along our property line. Thanks to the Massen Greene Foundation, we restored privacy, enhanced trails & improved habitats! Grateful for our community’s support! 💚

🌸 Western Redbuds are blooming NOW at ENC! 💜✨ Come see their vibrant purple flowers before they fade! 🐝🌿 📍 Visit this weekend (10 AM - 3 PM) – FREE admission! #WesternRedbud #SpringBlooms #CaliforniaNative #EnvironmentalNatureCenter

Rainy days are nature’s way of inviting us to play! ☔💦 Jumping in puddles, dancing in the drizzle, and soaking up the joy at the Environmental Nature Center! 🌧️✨

A small gesture from a teen in our LIT program grew into something extraordinary. Read Ryan’s story: ow.ly/iIt450XFXv2 Photo of Ryan by @marianoalvarezphoto