Join Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve staff and volunteers in enhancing the bay’s habitat for local wildlife. Activities may include non-native plant removal, planting natives, watering, removing trash and Butterfly Garden maintenance.

No experience necessary. Please bring a hat, sunscreen, snacks and a refillable water bottle. Water and tools will be provided.

Minors 16 and younger must be accompanied by a guardian. 

The program and parking are free. 

Advance registration is recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Learn more and register for Upper Newport Bay Habitat Stewards. 

Inclement weather will cancel the program. 

For questions or large group reservations (groups of 10 or more), please contact Resource Specialist Emma Boulter at emma.boulter@parks.oc.gov or call (657) 692-5401.