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Coastal Corridor Alliance – Coastal Discovery Tour
- Please Note:
If you need help with registration, please let me know by calling/texting 949-456-7865 or emailing me at Sergio@CoastalCorridor.org - WAIVER: Please sign our online liability waiver before the event. You’ll only need to sign this once, and it’s good for all CCA events for 2025! Sign here: (English and Spanish)
- If you are having any issues with registering for the event please call (949) 456-7865 for further assistance.
Coastal Discovery Tours: Reserve Your Nature Adventure Now!
The Coastal Corridor Alliance (CCA), formerly Banning Ranch Conservancy, is showcasing the beauty that Orange County has to offer to area residents through guided tours of two special parks. Join us!
Location Rotates, Every 2nd Saturday
You are invited to join the CCA from 9 am – 11:30 am, every 2nd Saturday. This event rotates between Fairview Park and Talbert Regional Park North, but we will always meet at Fairview Park to start the hike. Children seven and up are welcome to attend, but must be accompanied by an adult. We will be rotating between two different locations:
- Fairview Park: 2525 Placentia Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- Talbert Park North: (Meet at Fairview): 2525 Placentia Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Our events include:
- Saturday, January 11 – Fairview Park
- Saturday, February 8 – Southern: Native Polinators, Talbert Regional Park (North)
- Saturday, March 8 – Spring Awakening: Flower bloom,Fairview Park
- Saturday, April 12 – Habitats: Nesting Season, Talbert Regional Park (North)
- Saturday, May 10 – Ecological Biodiversity, Fairview Park
- Saturday, June 14- Birds of Prey, Talbert Regional Park (North)
- Saturday, July 12 – Commond Birds of Southern CA, Fairview Park
- Saturday, August 9 – Importance of not feedinfg wildlife, Talbert Regional Park (North)
- Saturday, September 13 – Coexisting with wildlife, Fairview Park
- Saturday, October 11 – Plants among us,Talbert Regional Park (North)
- Saturday, November 15 – Migratory Birds, Fairview Park
- Saturday, December 13 – Winter Adapted Species, Talbert Regional Park (North)
By participating in these events you’ll:
- Discover the hidden treasures of nature while relishing the health benefits of outdoor exercise,
- Elevate your curiosity,
- Learn to use binoculars and field guides, and
- Connect with the diverse species that call these parks home.
Don’t miss out on this enriching adventure – where every step brings you closer to the wonders of our coastal environment! These events include a Spanish language interpreter to encourage area residents to learn about nature!
Register today, and we’ll follow up with the details!
Why Join Us on these Discovery Tours?
The Coastal Corridor Alliance, formerly Banning Ranch Conservancy, invites you to discover the enchanting beauty, rich diversity, and breathtaking views of our local parks. Despite the ongoing oil remediation at the Randall Preserve (formerly Banning Ranch), our commitment to nature remains unwavering. Join us on guided tours of neighboring park properties, where the essence of fun, ease, and inclusivity converges in a celebration of the vibrant outdoors. Let’s embark on a journey that transcends boundaries and kindles the joy of shared experiences in nature.
CCA is Partnering
Each tour will be led by a volunteer naturalist from Sea and Sage Audubon Society. We are also grateful to the City of Costa Mesa, OC Parks, and Supervisor Katrina Foley (5th District) for partnering with us on these tours.
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