Activity Cards

Hey kids, bring your parents out to this fun hike in the wilderness south of Irvine. We’ll search for animal clues left along the trail and discover what it’s like to be a wild animal kid. This is a short, easy hike suitable for the younger members of the family. Parent(s) must be in attendance.

For Families with Children over the age of 12 who would like to join Conservancy Volunteers on a longer slow paced family oriented ride through Sycamores, Oaks, and habitat native to California. The route takes us to The Sinks, OC’s own “Grand Canyon.” Along the way, we will stop and talk about the local habitat and hope to see some of our local native animals and raptors.  The trail includes natural hazards like sand, tree roots, ruts, rocks, dry creek crossings and small hills.

Six months of trail experience is required in which riders have ridden in areas such as Peter’s Canyon, Chino Hills Telegraph Canyon, El Moro Canyon, and Aliso Woods. Riders must be able to ride/walk 8 miles on gradual uphill and downhill terrain. Riders must have your own mountain bike, helmet, 100 oz of water, and snacks.

Parents your child must be able to ride their own bike. Children’s bikes must have front shocks and 20 inch or larger knobby wheels. Please consider that this ride may be difficult for your Child.  Bring spare tubes for your Child’s bikes as well as enough water and snacks for your family. Appropriate mountain bikes have knobby tires, multiple low gears and a front shock. Please do not bring road bikes, beach cruisers, BMX bikes, or attachments to your bike. Elevation gain is approximately 400 ft over 4 miles. Allow 2 – 2.5 hours of riding time.

If you’ve ever wondered what happens in the open space when the sun goes down, then sign up for the popular full moon hike. Experience the serenity of a moonlit night in Bommer Canyon. This hike is just over 3 miles and experiences 700 feet of total climbing elevation including several very steep inclines. The steepest section ascends 300 feet in a quarter mile. Participants must be in good physical condition.