May Day! May Day! So, even though the past month has been cooler than usual, cloudier than usual, and really hasn’t felt any different than March, look around and you’ll notice how green and lush everything has suddenly become. We are clearly in the throes of Spring growth and, thankfully, the forecasters are saying that… Read more »
Charge Your Camera or Phone! Dust off your field guides! The countdown has begun! BACKYARD Only two weeks until the international City ^ Nature… Read more »
Today marks a bit of a milestone for me; I’ve officially survived my first quarter as Irvine’s new Director of Education. Who would’ve dreamed that so much would happen during Rob Mardiney’s first three months of retirement?!? Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s a whole new world, with all of us more or less house-bound,… Read more »
My how time flies… Do you know the feeling where a moment in time seems both so long ago, but also like it was just yesterday? Just a short three months ago, I trapped my falconry bird, but it feels like I’ve had her for years! Lady is a fast learner…and a great teacher! When… Read more »
The Art of Falconry *The following views expressed are my own personal views and experiences. Each falconer has their own views and opinions when it comes to the sport. Each non-falconer also has the right to their own views and opinions. This is where I stand.* Falconry, in its most basic definition, is hunting with… Read more »
Only three weeks remain until it’s “So Long to Summer!” This Summer has been a busy one for Irvine Nature Center! Besides day-to-day operations such as animal care, outreaches, and field trips, each week has been jam-packed with campers! So far Irvine has held 30 different camps this summer for a variety of age ranges!… Read more »
Many exciting things are occurring in the animal care world at Irvine this month! During the month of May, Irvine begins gearing up for yet another jammed pack summer of camps, camp-outs, school field trips, outreaches, and more! This is no exception for the animal care department! While we are only a week in, many… Read more »
Ever wonder what animals have been standing, hopping, crawling and eating in the exact location you are standing? What better way to find out than looking for animal clues? Animals leave many different signs to let us know they were there, including scat, tracks, shelters, fur, feathers and so much more. Wouldn’t it be neat… Read more »
While many people don’t look forward to the icy roads and shoveling snow that winter always brings, many are happy that all of the bugs have died for the year! Or have they really? During the chilly months of winter, not many creatures tend to stir. Reptiles and amphibians hibernate, birds migrate, and mammals hunker… Read more »
Join Irvine naturalists to explore the natural world of science. Two Sundays in each month, families can enjoy free activities focused on a new and exciting science theme. Most activities are self-guided and may include hands-on exhibits, outside hikes, crafts and more. All ages! No need to register – just drop in for the fun!
