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Mountain Bikers stop to enjoy Red Rock Wilderness.
Mountain Bikers stop to enjoy Red Rock Wilderness.
Trained Volunteers
Irvine Ranch Conservancy volunteers gather for a special volunteer only event at Bommer Canyon.

About The Program

World-class nature experiences abound in and around Orange County. Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, moonlit nature walks, wildlife viewing, habitat restoration and many more activities are conducted regularly under the leadership of trained Volunteers.

If you love nature and enjoy helping others discover its beauty, Irvine Ranch Conservancy, OC Parks and other agencies offer the ultimate outdoor volunteer opportunity. Become an ambassador of the land and play an important role in introducing visitors of all ages and backgrounds to the beauty and special nature of Southern California.

Volunteer Programs

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Irvine Ranch Conservancy

IRC provides volunteer opportunities for a wide range of activities, including recreational, interpretive, and stewardship activities.

IRC Volunteers
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OC Parks

OC Parks provides a variety of volunteer services across a very diverse system of regional parks, wilderness parks, historical parks, trails, beaches and open space.

OC Parks Volunteers
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Fire Watch

Orange County Fire Watch Network volunteers are a dedicated group specially trained to deter arson activity, ensure early fire detection and provide public education about fire danger.

Fire Watch Volunteers
Other Volunteer Opportunities
The community volunteers during a clean up day activity.

Other Volunteer Opportunities

Are you interested in single-day activities or group volunteer activities?

Volunteer Spotlight

It Feels Great to Give Back

I really enjoy the variety of programs…yoga, Native Seed Farm, everything that they offer, I take advantage of. There’s just so much to choose from.

Fire Watch
Rocky Bruno

The thing that I love about LGO and OC Parks is that there are SO MANY activities to choose from. You can do something new or go to a new location every day! There is literally something for everyone in OC Parks.

OC Parks Volunteer
Michael Jiang

I enjoy seeing how excited people are to get away from the traffic, houses, and noises… I enjoy socializing with people. It’s important to have people enjoy the outdoors and see what they’d like to see.

IRC Trail Guide
Fran Howard