Behind every successful hike or stewardship event is a trained volunteer. 🤝 IRC provides specialized training for roles like 'Trail Guides' and 'Lead Volunteers' to help lead public programs and protect the land we all enjoy. Learn more at bit.ly/3YYss9J

🌿 Volunteers make all the difference! Join us for: • Native Seed Farm weeding • Restoration projects • Guided hikes and Wilderness Access Days Learn how to get involved at the link in our bio!

Join the Farm Stewardship Crew! 🌿🌻 Want to get your hands dirty for a good cause? Help us care for the land with planting, weeding and sustainable farming practices that keep our wild spaces healthy. Volunteer with us and make a real impact. Learn more: bit.ly/3Gd3H3B

Education is key to protecting local wildlands from invasive plants like Stinknet, Fountain Grass, Artichoke Thistle and North African Knapweed. When people learn how these invaders harm native plants and wildlife, they can help stop their spread and support restoration efforts.

Ever spotted a plant or animal on the trail and wondered what it was? 🌿🐾 The iNaturalist app is a tool that helps you identify species just by snapping a photo. Upload your observation and get insight from image recognition technology and fellow nature enthusiasts and experts.

What does land management really mean? At IRC, it’s eight interconnected programs: restoring habitats, preventing wildfires, controlling invasives, growing native seeds, monitoring with science, building sustainable trails, engaging the community and supporting volunteers.

Irvine Ranch Conservancy will be at the Earthrise Climate Action Festival on Saturday, October 11 at Harbor Christian Church! 🌎 📍 Harbor Christian Church | 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Learn more at bit.ly/3KZyv9Q

Join the Orange County Bird of Prey Center, OC Birds of Prey, for an evening dedicated to protecting some of Orange County’s most incredible wildlife. 🦅 For more information and tickets, visit bit.ly/46RkcNd

Conservation in Orange County is powered by people. ✨ Trained volunteers lead stewardship activities, restore habitats, support local parks and even help protect against wildfire risks. bit.ly/4nSBCPz

Protecting wildlands takes ongoing care. 🌿 Support for Irvine Ranch Conservancy helps fund wildfire prevention, invasive species management, habitat restoration, community education and more. Together, these efforts keep open spaces healthy and thriving. bit.ly/3WiP4QI

Our Plant Materials Program ensures we always have the right species on hand for restoration. By collecting small, genetically diverse seed samples and cultivating them into plants, IRC builds a robust inventory that supports restoration projects. 🌱🌼

Why does stewardship matter? 🌾 Removing invasive weeds = more room for native species 🐝 Supporting native plants = stronger pollinator habitats 🌎 Healthy habitats = resilient ecosystems for the future

At the Bommer Canyon Fuel Modification restoration site, IRC is adding to the native vegetation planted last year with supplemental seeding and the installation of more container plants. Restoration efforts will take place throughout 2026.

Nature offers gifts that can’t be wrapped: open space to breathe and time away from the pace of daily life. For those interested in supporting ongoing stewardship, contributions to IRC help ensure these experiences remain accessible to all. bit.ly/4amoi21

As we look back on 2025, we’re reflecting on a year shaped by dedicated volunteers, ongoing stewardship and meaningful progress across the Landmarks. From habitat restoration to community programs, every effort made this year has strengthened the landscapes we care for.

A new year is a great time to give back to the places that give us so much. Volunteering with IRC supports habitat restoration, trail stewardship and the protection of open spaces across our region. Start 2026 by making a meaningful impact. bit.ly/4swwIua

One year later, we pause to reflect on the January 2025 wildfires and the many people and places impacted. We hold space for that time and remain grateful for the resilience and rebuilding that followed.

IRC’s work to protect and restore the Landmarks is grounded in long-term planning, research and collaboration. Community support helps sustain ongoing restoration and stewardship efforts that benefit both the environment and the people who rely on these landscapes.

Every step makes a difference. 👣 Volunteers support IRC by restoring habitats, reducing wildfire risk, supporting research and helping connect people to the land. Step into stewardship today. Learn more at bit.ly/4quL9gk

Conservation behind the scenes. 📹 🐾 Camera traps and field research help us monitor wildlife, measure change and guide science-based stewardship across the Landmarks. Learn more about our monitoring and research efforts at bit.ly/3OlA57S