Congrats to Jay Matchett for being honored as an outstanding community volunteer!
Name: Jay Matchett
Nominating Organization: Irvine Ranch Conservancy
Honoree Category: Animals & Environment
Why Nominated: Jay is a consistent force supporting the weekly fitness hikes on the ever popular Hicks Haul Road. Starting as a public participant, he was recruited in 2013 by fellow volunteers to help share the land with others. Now, Jay can be found assisting or even leading the Slow-Paced Fitness Hike, which serves as a gateway to introduce new participants to the beauty of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. When not building up a sweat along the “HHR,” Jay can be spotted under the full moon’s glow on night walks in Orchard Hills, sharing tales on family strolls through Round Canyon, and pointing out wildlife in Fremont Canyon. His local plant knowledge and native bird expertise lends his volunteer services to a plethora of programs. His calm demeanor and eagerness to share the land with others helps people connect more readily to the land. Jay’s green thumb is greatly appreciated during steward events such as trail planting along the highly sensitive Dripping Springs trail. His assistance with planting natives and watering seedlings has helped to restore trails for future generations to enjoy. Irvine Ranch Conservancy greatly appreciates all of Jay’s dedication, hard work, and passion for helping people connect to the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks!
Please write a note of congratulations below!
2015 Spirit of Volunteerism Awards 
Thank you Jay for being such a terrific volunteer!
Hey Jay! Thanks for all of your fantastic service in Public Programs. The birds and the plants greatly appreciate your support!
Thank you for everything that you do!
Congratulations Jay! Thank you for all of your help at the Dripping Springs restoration!
Thank you for all your volunteer work!!
Congratulations and thank you for all the time and energy you give to supporting the land that we all love! Especially for your consistency and dedication to the after-work fitness hikes.
Congratulations, Jay! We appreciate all that you do. Thank you!
Thank you Jay for your continued dedication and commitment!
Jay,
Your dedication and support to all the programs at IRC is a force of hundreds. Thank you for all your coverage and contributions to our work.
Jay –
Congratulations on your award from OneOC! Thanks for the many different ways you help take care of the land and help people enjoy it.
Mike
Congratulations Jay !!
Congratulations!
Congratulations, Jay. It’s always a pleasure to see you on the trails!
Jay, Congratulations and Thank you!
Way to go! Very deserved. See you on HHR…
It’s been a pleasure working with you the past couple of years on HHR and other programs – I’m so glad others recognize what a great contribution you’ve made to our programs! I feel lucky to know you and hope to know you for many more years to come!
Thank you Jay for all your help on Hicks Haul. You’re awesome.