Activity Cards

Birds and other wildlife need healthy habitat to thrive. Simple things like planting can greatly improve habitat for wildlife. You can be part of that positive impact while enjoying the beauty of Newport Bay and Big Canyon. All training, tools, and gloves will be provided to ensure your safety and comfort. Note that this activity is held on the 2nd Thursday of each month.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-3 activity on the land.

Discussing, planning and preparing for special community events at Santiago Oaks Park such as interpretive hikes and programs for the public and or volunteers. This may include creating outlines and power point presentations. Planning and preparing for interpretive hikes may include time in the field with the Park Ranger learning about the natural resources of the park and connecting to your audience through personal interpretation.

Trail lovers, this one is for you! Enjoy self-guided access in magnificent Limestone Canyon. Designated trails will be open for self-guided hiking, biking and equestrian use.

PLEASE NOTE THE EVENT HOURS: 8am – 2pm

Registration will not be open before 8am.  Please do not plan to arrive early.  If you arrive to find the gate closed, you may not wait at the gate.

 Do not stop or park anywhere along Santiago Canyon Road.  Anyone stopped or parked along Santiago Canyon Road prior to 8am will be subject to citation. Thank you for your cooperation with regards to the safety of everyone on the road. The continued offering of this program depends upon your strict adherence to this request.

Carpooling is strongly encouraged as parking is limited.  If parking were to fill, attendees may be turned away from the event. However, we have not yet been made to close the entrance early.