Orange County Almanac
For now, Orange County Ranger Ginny McVickar has the panoramic vistas and oak-filled canyons of Gen. Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park largely to herself--if you don’t count the resident population of mule deer, coyotes, hawks and other wild creatures.
All that will change Dec. 10, when the 475-acre park opens its trail system to hikers, equestrians and mountain bikers.
As part of an opening day celebration, the park will offer free hay rides and guided tours.
The park, named after the retiring county supervisor, is at the east end of Oso Parkway, across from the Coto de Caza residential development near Mission Viejo.
Today
The annual Holiday Craft Fair at Golden West College will begin in the student cafeteria. Hours of the boutique are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The fund-raising event will feature holiday ornaments, jewelry, clothing, gift baskets and other handmade items. Some proceeds from the event will go to buy food and toys for needy families during the holidays.
Golden West College is at 15744 Golden West St., Huntington Beach.
Information: (714) 895-8261.
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