Activity Cards

This is a slow paced hike in Black Star Canyon, a two-mile flat trail with a fascinating history, noteworthy geological formations, and a wonderful variety of plants and wildlife. The changes over time in the terrain, occupancy, and flora will be discussed including habitation by Native Americans as well as the wonderful Red Rocks formation. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water and enjoy an early morning hike in this intriguing region.

Cancelled due to forecasted weather. Join us in the backcountry wilderness packed with great sightseeing, photographic and artist sketching opportunities. Our Journey begins in the afternoon, at the foot of Santiago Dam and Irvine Lake, where you will board 4-wheel drive vehicles for an 11 to 17 mile tour of the hills surrounding Fremont Canyon.
We will stop frequently for 15-30 minutes or so to admire the views, take photos, sketch landscapes and answer questions. From various vantage points (2,400 ft. elevation) you will view Lake Irvine, Orange County, Catalina Island (on a clear day), Los Angeles, Chino Hills and the San Bernardino Mountains.
When not admiring the vistas, enjoy interesting rock formations, wilderness location and rare Tecate Cypress. Depending on the season, fields of wildflowers will also present themselves. At some of the stops, there will be opportunities for short walks and an option to hike (2 miles R/T, 300 ft. elevation gain) to the rock summit with views of four counties, to enhance your experience.
Bring your camera equipment, sketchbook, or just enjoy the ride. Be prepared, as an observer, to accompany the IRC docents on narrow, winding, bumpy (dusty) dirt roads with steep hills and slick rock surfaces. 
The number of spaces is strictly limited to 12. Thus, do not register unless you will attend.

Join us in the backcountry wilderness packed with great sightseeing, photographic and artist sketching opportunities. Our Journey begins in the afternoon, at the foot of Santiago Dam and Irvine Lake, where you will board 4-wheel drive vehicles for an 11 to 17 mile tour of the hills surrounding Fremont Canyon.
We will stop frequently for 15-30 minutes or so to admire the views, take photos, sketch landscapes and answer questions. From various vantage points (2,400 ft. elevation) you will view Lake Irvine, Orange County, Catalina Island (on a clear day), Los Angeles, Chino Hills and the San Bernardino Mountains.
When not admiring the vistas, enjoy interesting rock formations, wilderness location and rare Tecate Cypress. Depending on the season, fields of wildflowers will also present themselves. At some of the stops, there will be opportunities for short walks and an option to hike (2 miles R/T, 300 ft. elevation gain) to the rock summit with views of four counties, to enhance your experience.
Bring your camera equipment, sketchbook, or just enjoy the ride. Be prepared, as an observer, to accompany the IRC docents on narrow, winding, bumpy (dusty) dirt roads with steep hills and slick rock surfaces. 
The number of spaces is strictly limited to 12. Thus, do not register unless you will attend.