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Friends of Santa Teresa Park Events Archive
2019-2020
The
following are archived calendar events from our
homepage,
from 2019-2020. After 3/16/20, most in-person events were canceled
due to COVID-19. They started to resume in 2022.
2019-2020 Santa
Teresa Park
Events:
- Friday,
January 18, 2019, Lunar New Year Night Hike • Santa Teresa • 6pm-8pm.
The moon brings people from all over the planet together for
celebrations. Join us for a reflective night hike celebrating the moon
in each of our lives.Recommended 9+ years. Meet at the chicken coop
with a large mouth cup and water or tea. Reservations (408) 226-5453.
- Saturday and Sunday March 2-3, 2019,
9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Cleanup event at the Curie Drive property (see
above in News). In case of
rain, alternate dates are March 23-24. Meeting location is the
Bear Tree Lot at Santa Teresa County Park
located across from the address 279 Curie Dr., San Jose, CA
95119. Here
is the flyer for the event. Sign up here on Samaritan.
- Thursday,
April 4, 2019, 7:00 pm at the Santa Teresa Golf Course Upper Clubhouse:
A Taste of Santa Teresa History 2019 Speaker Series. Ranger Lisa
Pappanastos will talk about the Grant Ranch and the Bernal Connection.
See above in News.
- Saturday, April 27, 2019, Intro
to Outdoor Photography, 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM, Santa
Teresa's Bernal
Ranch. Learn how to
choose and use a camera, how to take better outdoor pictures and about
photo composition and lighting. The workshop begins with an indoor
slideshow, followed by a moderate wildflower photo hike up in the
hills. Meet inside the west barn. Bring a sunscreen, water, and sturdy
shoes. For ages 14+. Bring a camera, any kind will do, including
smartphones. Reservations
online or call 408-355-2201.
- Saturday, May 4, 2019, Untold Stories:
Asian Pacific Islander Environmentalists, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Santa
Teresa's Bernal Ranch. Celebrate
the tenacity of Asian Pacific Islander Environmentalists during API
Heritage month. We'll redefine the stereotypical environmentalist and
inspire one another to be truth seekers. Ages 13+ years welcome. Meet
at the Bernal Ranch. Reservations (408) 226-5453.
- Saturday,
May 11, 2019, Pre-Mother’s Day Wildflower & History Hike, 10:00
AM
- 01:00 PM, Santa Teresa Park Stile Ranch/Fortini Trail
Trailhead. Join
the Friends of Santa Teresa Park for a moderate 2.5-mile hike on the
Stile Ranch, Mine and Fortini Trails. View spectacular wildflower
displays, take in the gorgeous views, and learn about the rich history
of the area. Meet at the Stile Ranch Trailhead with sturdy
shoes,
snacks and water. Questions? (408) 355-2240.
- Saturday, May 18, 2019, Origami for
Kids, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM, Santa Teresa's
Bernal Ranch. Celebrate
API Heritage month through origami. Learn to fold recycled paper into
toys. This family event includes story telling and origami instruction.
3 + years recommended. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Meet
at the Bernal Ranch. Questions? (408) 226-5453.
- Saturday,
June 15, 2019, Santa Teresa: In The Park After Dark Movie Night, 8:45
PM - 10:30 PM, Santa Teresa's Pueblo Group Area. Enjoy
a FREE feature-length movie ("Madagascar 3") under the stars with
family and friends.
Come early to learn about the park and talk to a Ranger. Meet in the
Pueblo Group Area parking lot with a chair or blanket, flashlight and
snacks. No dogs please. Questions? (408) 225-0225
- Thursdays,
June 20, 27, & July 18, Youth Volunteer days, 9:00 AM - 12:00
PM,
Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch, 372 Manila Drive. Middle school student
community service days this summer! Projects include gardening, yard
maintenance, and barn upkeep. Closed toed shoes and outdoor clothing
are required. Snacks and all work tools are provided. Parent or
guardian permission required to participate. For more info, contact
Park Interpreter Kelsi Ju. Call (408) 226-5453 or email
kelsi.ju@prk.sccgov.org.
- Saturday
June 29, Sunday July 21, Sunday August 4, Sunday August 18,
2019, What's "Shaking" in Parks? 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM,
Santa
Teresa's Pueblo Day Use Area.Trek
to the highest peak in the park to view fantastic vistas and explore
local geology formations. Meet in 2nd parking lot (on left by yellow
call box) with hiking shoes, layered clothing and water. Questions?
(408) 225-0225.
- Friday July 12, 2019, Movie Night
Campout, 7:00 PM - 08:00 AM, Santa Teresa's Pueblo Day Use
Area. Join
us for a family-friendly movie and overnight campout in the park. The
evening begins with a feature-length movie under the stars, followed by
a campfire and 2nd movie. Bring your own tents, chairs, bedding and
food. $15 fee for each tent or RV and $6 per vehicle. Fee collected
upon arrival. No dogs please. Reservations (408) 535-4060.
- Friday, July 12, 2019, In
The Park After Dark Movie Night, 8:45 PM - 10:30 PM, Santa
Teresa's Pueblo Group Area. Enjoy
a FREE feature-length movie ("Ralph Breaks the Internet") under the
stars with family and friends.
Come early to learn about the park and talk to a Ranger. Meet in the
Pueblo Group Area parking lot with a chair or blanket, flashlight and
snacks. No dogs please. Questions? (408) 225-0225.
- Saturday, July 27, 2019, A Taste of
Archery, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Santa Teresa Park
Archery Range. Join
the Black Mountain Bowmen to learn how to shoot a compound or recurve
bow, fletch arrows and make a bow string. Ages 6 and up with parent. A
mandatory safety class and equipment are provided by Predator's
Archery. Reservations online or (408) 355-2240.
- Saturdays
July 27, August 24, September 21, 2019, The Impact of
Fire, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Santa Teresa's Bernal Ranch.Take
a 2-mile walk with park staff through the site of 2018’s Curie Fire
while exploring our community’s relationship with wildfire in the
21st-century. Young adults encouraged to attend. Minimum age 12. Bring
water and sun protection. Meet at the Bernal Ranch on Manila Drive.
Questions? (408) 918-7779.
- Saturday, August 3, 2019, Light
Life Night Hike, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Santa Teresa Park, Bernal Road.
This
moderate 2-mile night hike will investigate the role of light in the
life cycles of animals and humans. Bring a flashlight. Meet at the top
of Bernal Rd, parking lot on left before IBM gate (GPS coordinates:
37.214513, -121.796560). Reservations (408) 226-5453.
- Tuesday, August 6, 2019, National Night
Out, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Santa
Teresa's Bernal Ranch. The
second Tuesday in August is National Night Out (NNO) Day. Neighbors and
neighborhood organizations all over the country hold meet-and-greet
events where members of the community can meet each other and with
public service agencies. The purpose is to promote public safety and
reduce crime. The Friends of Santa Teresa Park will be organizing this
event at the Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch. It
will be similar to last year's event. See here
for pictures.
- Saturday, August 10,
2019, Movie Night Campout, 7:00 PM - 08:00 AM, Santa
Teresa's Pueblo Day Use Area. Join
us for a family-friendly movie and overnight campout in the park. The
evening begins with a feature-length movie under the stars, followed by
a campfire and 2nd movie. Bring your own tents, chairs, bedding and
food. $15 fee for each tent or RV, and $6 per vehicle. Fee collected
onsite. No dogs please. Reservations (408) 225-0225.
- Saturday, August 10, 2019, In The Park
After Dark Movie Night, 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM, Santa
Teresa's Pueblo Group Area. Enjoy
a FREE feature-length movie ("How to Train Your Dragon") under the
stars with family and friends.
Come early to learn about the park and talk to a Ranger. Meet in the
Pueblo Group Area parking lot with a chair or blanket, flashlight and
snacks. No dogs please. Questions? (408) 225-0225.
- Satuday, August 31, 2019, A Taste of
Archery, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Santa
Teresa Archery Range at Avenida Espana and Bayliss Drive. Join
the Black Mountain Bowmen to learn how to shoot a compound or recurve
bow, fletch arrows and make a bow string. Ages 6 and up with parent. A
mandatory safety class and equipment are provided by Predator's
Archery. Reservations online or (408) 355-2240.
- Saturday,
September 7, Saturday, October 12, Saturday, November 2, 2019, Raptor
101 • Santa Teresa • 9:00am-11:00am. Learn how to identify birds of
prey just in time for raptor migration season! Meet at the Bernal
Ranch. Reservations (408) 226-5453
- Saturday, September 14, 2019, Full Moon
Hike, 7:00 PM - 09:00 PM, Santa Teresa's Pueblo Day Use Area.
Join
a Park Ranger on a moderate hike to see the moon rise. Learn about
local park wildlife and how to use your senses in the dark. Meet in the
Pueblo Day Use parking lot with layered clothing and sturdy hiking
shoes. Questions?
(408) 225-0225.
- Saturday, October 19, 2019, La Fuente,
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Santa
Teresa's Bernal Ranch. La fuente means "the source" or "the origin" in
Spanish. Celebrate la fuente of the rich community histories from the
past, present, and future at the Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch. This
afternoon event will feature cultural presentations, local community
organizations, family activities, and children's games. Free and fun
for all ages. Question? Call (408) 226-5453 or email
interp@prk.sccgov.org.
- Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 10:00 am
to 1:00 pm. Join Docent
Ron Horii for a free outdoor photography workshop for all experience
levels. You will learn about the types of cameras and how to choose and
use them, how to take outdoor pictures, photo composition, lighting,
photo editing, advanced techniques, and Internet publishing!
Meet at
the ranch house for a demonstration and slideshow. Afterwards will be a
short photo shoot tour of the historic ranch. Bring your own camera -
any kind will do, including phones! For ages 14+. Registrations
required. To register or for more information, call: (408) 355-2240 or
visit www.parkhere.org for online reservations.
- Friday,
January 10, 2020, Lunar New Year Night Hike • Santa Teresa •
6:00pm-7:30pm. Celebrate the opening of the Lunar New Year with good
wishes and a short 1/4-mile moon light night hike to reflect on the
closing of the year. Recommended for ages 16 and up. Meet at the Bernal
Ranch. Reservations (408) 226-5453.
- Saturday,
January 11, 2020, Family Lunar New Year Night Hike • Santa Teresa •
5:00pm-6:00pm. Children and their families are invited to celebrate the
Lunar New Year with paper lantern making and a short 1/4-mile moon
light night hike. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Meet at Bernal Ranch.
Reservations (408) 226-5453.
2022 Santa
Teresa Park
Events:
- Sun,
Jan 16, 2022, 5:30 - 6:30pm: Full Moon Explorers. Join Park Interpreter
Katrina to explore the moon and the night sky on a dusk-to-dark walk at
historic Bernal Ranch. Share your traditions that involve the moon, get
to know the lunar phases, and navigate through the ranch using only the
light from the night sky. Families are welcome. Best for ages 8+.
- Fri,
March 4, 9:30am - 12pm: Bernal Ranch
Chicken Coop Cleaning. Chicken-loving
volunteers are needed to help revamp the chicken display coop at the
Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch of Santa Teresa County Park. Join park staff
to help prepare the coop for a future flock of resident hens. Sign up
to help scoop out old shavings, rake out and pack down the run, and
assist with general repairs.
- Sun,
March 13, 6 - 7pm. Family Twilight Oaks Stroll. Take a walk in the
early-evening light and explore
the wonderful oak woodlands along the new trail at historic Bernal
Ranch. Learn about the value of this protected habitat and look for
signs of native wildlife as the daylight fades toward darkness. Be sure
to dress in layers and bring a flashlight for this family-friendly
activity. For more information, email katrina.semene@prk.sccgov.org.
Space is limited.
- Fri.
April 22, 5-6 pm. Walk In The Woods Field Notes In Nature. Have you
ever wondered how new discoveries are made? We can often learn about
the world around us through careful observation and note taking. Join
Park Interpreter Rob in the Santa Teresa County Park grasslands and oak
woodlands for an Earth Day late afternoon nature walk where you can
learn some techniques for field notes, drawing, and nature journaling.
The trail will be unpaved and have slight grades. Be prepared with
comfortable walking shoes. Email rob.mcdonnell@prk.sccgov.org for more
information. Registrations required. Sign
up here.
- Sat.
April 23, 6 - 7pm. Family Twilight Oaks
Stroll. See March 13. Registrations required. Sign
up here.
- Sun.
April 24 9am-12pm. Earth Day Cleanup Event at the Bernal Ranch. Help do
weeding and cleanup around the ranch house and nearby paths. Address:
Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch 372 Manila Dr San Jose, CA 95119. Contact
Info: Volunteer Program Office (408) 918-4930.Park in the
Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch Parking Lot. There will also be street
parking available. Sign
up here.
- Sat.
June 19, 9-10 am. Mindful Walking in Nature. Santa Teresa Park. Relish
the joy of being in the moment and fully aware of your body and mind.
Learn how to be mindful and minimize your wandering thoughts while
walking through nature. Meet at the picnic benches near the
Bernal Ranch House with water, comfortable shoes and layers.
Recommended for ages 18 and up.(408) 335-9208. Register
here.
- Sat.
July 23, 5-6 pm. Walk In The Woods
Field Notes In Nature. See 4/22/22 above.
- Sat.
July 30, La Fuente, 5-8 pm. Bernal-Gulnac-Joice
Ranch. Celebrate the families of the past, present, and future at the
Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch and their relationship to the Santa Teresa
Spring. Evening festivities include music, stories, crafts, and games
for all ages. No registration required, just come on by between 5pm and
8pm!Questions? Email rob.mcdonnell@prk.sccgov.org.
- Sun.
August 21, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm. Family Twilight Stroll.
Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch, 372 Manila Dr, San Jose. Free Guided Nature
Walk. Take your family out on a free guided nature walk in the
late-afternoon light and explore an Oak Woodland ecosystem along the
historic trails around Bernal Ranch. Learn about the value of this
protected land for both animals and the people of the Santa Clara
Valley. Recommended for groups of all ages. Space is limited! Reserve a spot. Questions? Email Katrina.Semene@prk.sccgov.org.
- Saturdays, December 3, 10, and 17 | 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Neighborhood Naturalists. Location: Bernal Historic Ranch Area, Santa Teresa County Park. A
beginner's natural history course for adults. New to the area or
curious about the natural world in your own backyard? This
three-session educational program for adults will introduce
participants to the natural history of the Santa Clara Valley, with a
focus on the South San Jose region's geology, geography, flora, and
fauna. Morning sessions will include nature journaling, brief
presentations, outside activities, and group discussions. Space is
limited. Advance registration required.Questions? Contact Luke.Bailey@prk.sccgov.org or Interp@prk.sccgov.org
2019-2020
Events in
Other Nearby Parks:
- For
events at Almaden Quicksilver, see www.newalmaden.org.
- County
Parks Summer Virtual Programs
- See here for Santa
Clara Valley Open Space Authority activities.
- Thursday,
January 3, 2019, Mysteries of the Cosmos • Calero • 5:30pm-7pm. Explore
the mysteries of the cosmos from a County Park at night! Discover night
phenomena with your family and friends in group activities designed to
ignite your curiosity. Ages 9-14+. Reservations required, rain cancels.
Reservations (408) 918-7779.
- Saturday, April 13, 2019, Spring
Celebration, 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM, Martial
Cottle Park. Celebrate
the spring planting season and our shared connection to Santa Clara
Valley's agricultural past, present anMalech Fire, Coyote Ridge,
6/9/19Malech Fire, Coyote Ridge, 6/9/19Malech Fire, Coyote Ridge,
6/9/19d future. Enjoy kids' farm
activities, shop for plants, take a gardening workshop or go on a farm
tour. Event volunteers needed! Questions? (408) 535-4060.
- Saturdays, May 11 @ 1:00
PM - 02:00
PM, July 13 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM,
August 10 @ 1:00 PM -
02:00 PM, Oak Trees! What are they good for?
Martial
Cottle Park. Enjoy
a leisurely stroll to see and celebrate the park's majestic heritage
oak trees. Meet at the Visitor Center. Questions? (408) 535-4062
- Saturdays May 11, August 10, 2019,
Life on the Farm, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Martial Cottle Park. Come
have some fun on the farm. Discover what ranch children experienced in
their daily lives performing chores while learning life lessons along
the way. Meet at the Visitor Center. Questions? (408) 535-4052.
- Saturday, May
11, 2019, When Nature Bites Back, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Hellyer County
Park. The
wild world of parks has numerous wonders to explore, but in the event
of an accident are you prepared? Come discover nature and recreation
while being trained in hands-only CPR and basic first aid by Park
Rangers. All practice equipment is provided. Meet at the Visitor
Center. Reservations online? or (408) 355-2240.
When Nature Bites Back (9/14/2019 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM) - Saturday, May 18, July 20, August 17,
Park Partners Open House, 10:00
AM - 12:00 PM, Martial Cottle Park. Explore
the gardens, attend a workshop or tour the Master Gardeners Parcel.
Learn from youth 4-H members about their livestock animals. Purchase
and learn to plant native drought-tolerant trees at the Our City Forest
Parcel. Questions? (408) 535-4060.
- Saturday, June 18, Hellyer Amazing
Race, 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM. Hellyer County
Park. Anyone
can participate in this fun outdoor challenge! Register with your team
to compete for great prizes by completing challenges and games. Learn
some cool skills along the way! Space is limited and pre-registration
is required. More info and registration online or (408) 355-2255.
- Friday, June 21, 2019, In The
Park After Dark Movie Night, 8:45 PM - 10:30 PM, Martial
Cottle Park. Enjoy
a FREE feature-length movie under the stars with family and friends.
Come early to learn about the park and talk to a Ranger. Meet on the
lawn with a chair or blanket, flashlight and snacks. No dogs please.
Questions? (408) 535-4060.
- Saturday, June 22, 2019, Intro
to Fishing for Kids, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM, Hellyer
County Park Visitor Center. Learn
to fish from a Park Ranger! Explore the Coyote Creek waterway and
discover how you can be a steward for our watersheds. Meet at the
Visitor Center. Fishing equipment provided or bring your own.
Reservations (408) 225-0225.
- Saturday, June 29, 2019, Chitactac
Family Day,11:00 AM - 02:00 PM, Chitactac-Adams County Park. Celebrate
the culture and heritage of the Amah Mutsun people who once lived at
this ancient village site. Participate in hands-on activities, play
traditional games and make unique crafts. This event is free and
appropriate for families and all ages. Questions? (408) 918-7770.
- Friday, June 7, 2019, Boating Safety
101, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Calero Reservoir. Learn
about required equipment and how to stay safe while boating on Santa
Clara County waterways. A Park Ranger will be on hand to answer any
questions and to help you have a fun and safe day on the water. This is
a drop-in event. Questions? (408) 268-388.
- Saturday, June 15, 2019, Owl
Hike, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Martial Cottle Park. Come
enjoy an easy hike around the park at night. Learn about flying
nocturnal predators within the city limits. See where owls live and how
the park encourages these interesting birds of the night. Meet at the
Visitor Center with sturdy shoes, snacks and water. Flashlights not
needed. Questions? (408) 535-4060.
- Friday
July 19 @ 8:45 PM - 10:30 PM, Friday August 30
@ 8:00 PM -
10:00 PM, Saturday September 7, 2019 @ 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, In
The Park After Dark Movie Night, Hellyer County Park. Enjoy
a FREE feature-length movie under the stars with family and friends.
Come early to learn about the park and talk to a Ranger. Meet on the
lawn by Cottonwood Lake with a chair or blanket, flashlight and snacks.
No dogs please. Questions? (408) 225-0225.
- Saturday, July 27, 2019, The
Revolving Door, 8:00 PM - 09:00 PM, Martial Cottle Park. Enjoy
an evening sunset walk as we explore how vital wildlife corridors are
to the health and survival of wildlife. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Questions? (408) 535-4052.
- Wednesday, August 7, 2019, A Taste of
Water Skiing, 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM, Coyote Creek Parkway. Learn
how to water ski with the Santa Clara County Water Ski Club. All
equipment, lessons and other resources will be provided. It's a great
time for ages 8-17! Bring your bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, water
and snacks. Reservations online or (408) 355-2240?. Coyote Creek
Parkway entrance, enter the parkway at Metcalf Rd.
- Saturdays, August 17, August 24, 2019, Tule
Elk, The Story of Their Comeback, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM,
Anderson Lake Visitor Center. Learn
about tule elk and their epic journey back from the brink of
extinction. Look and listen for a local herd in its native habitat on a
guided tour with a Ranger. Meet at Anderson Lake Visitor
Center.
Bring binoculars and wear hiking shoes. Reservations (408) 918-7981.
- Saturday, August
31, 2019, Night Hike on the Farm, 7:30 PM - 09:30 PM, Martial
Cottle Park. Join
a Ranger to explore the farm after dark! Discover the history of
farming from the past to the present in this urban agricultural park.
Bring snacks, water and sturdy shoes. No flashlights needed. Meet at
the Visitor Center. Questions? (408) 535-4060.
- Saturday, September 7, 2019, Saturday,
October 5, 2019, Friday, February 7, 2020, Friday, March 6, 2020,
Cattle
in Calero • Calero • 2:00pm-3:00pm. Learn about cattle and how
they are benefiting our County Park system. Discuss tips on how to
share the trails and stay safe on your trail adventures. Meet at the
Rancho San Vicente parking lot. Questions? (408) 535-4070.
- Sunday,
September 8, 2019, A Dog’s Life on the Farm • Martial Cottle •
6:30pm-8:00pm. Bring your fur baby to the farm for a leisurely walk
around the Cottle Ranch. We will tell tales of dogs from the past and
learn about their jobs on the farm. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Questions? (408) 535-4060.
- Friday, September 13,
2019, Moonlight Paddle at Calero • Calero • 6:45pm-9:15pm. Discover the
natural and cultural history of the area on a paddle tour of the
reservoir. Experienced paddlers only. No instruction or equipment is
provided. Meet at the boat launch parking lot. Reservations online or
(408) 355-2240.
- Saturday, September 14, 2019,
When Nature Bites Back • Hellyer • 10:00am-12:00pm. The wild world of
parks has numerous wonders to explore, but in the event of an accident
are you prepared? Come discover nature and recreation while being
trained in hands-only CPR and basic first aid by Park Rangers. All
practice equipment is provided. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Reservations online or (408) 355-2240.
- Saturday,
September 14, 2019, Saturday, March 7, 2020, The Revolving Door •
Martial Cottle • 6:00pm-7:00pm. Enjoy an evening sunset walk at Martial
Cottle Park as we explore how vital wildlife corridors are to the
health and survival of wildlife. Meet at the Visitor Center. Questions?
(408) 535-4062.
- Saturdays, September 21,
2019, October 19, 2019, Sunday, November 16, 2019, Saturdays,
December 21, 2019, January 18, 2020, February 15,
2020, March 21, 2020, Park Partners Open House • Martial
Cottle •
10:00am-12:00pm. Explore the gardens, attend a workshop or tour the
Master Gardeners Parcel. Learn from youth 4-H members about their
livestock animals. Purchase and learn to plant native drought-tolerant
trees at the Our City Forest Parcel. Questions? (408) 535-4060.
- Sunday,
September 22, 2019, Bats - Superheroes of the Night • Calero •
6:00pm-7:30pm. Join a park interpreter for this family friendly program
that investigates the mysteries and myths of bats. Activities will
include a short walk in search of these magnificent creatures in their
natural habitat. Reservations (408) 918-7738.
- Wednesday,
September 25, 2019, Take a Ride With a Ranger • Calero •
9:00am-11:00am. Learn bike handling skills, bike safety, and trail
etiquette, all while you learn about the wildlife at Calero Park. Meet
at the Rancho San Vicente parking lot with your mountain bike and
helmet. Questions? (408) 268-3883.
- Sunday,
September 29, 2019, Take a Ride With a Ranger • Calero •
9:00am-11:00am. Learn bike handling skills, bike safety, and trail
etiquette, all while you learn about the wildlife at Calero Park. Meet
at the Rancho San Vicente parking lot with your mountain bike and
helmet. Questions? (408) 268-3883.
- Saturday,
October 5, 2019, Martial Cottle Fall Festival • Martial Cottle •
10:00am-3:00pm. Come celebrate the legacy and significance of your
valley’s rich agricultural heritage at this fun day on the farm! Family
friendly activities, food and organic produce for sale, music and much
more. Volunteers needed, check parkhere.org for details. Questions?
(408) 535-4060.
- Monday, October 7, 2019, Ron Horii will
be leading a hike for the
Morgan Hill Senior Center's El Toro Social Club on 10/7/19 at Rancho
Canada del Oro Open Space Preserve. Meet at the Centennial Recreation
Center at 171 W. Edmundson Avenue in Morgan Hill at 9:00 am to carpool
to the preserve. Call 408-782-1284 to sign up or register in person at
the CRC. Here are details: https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/75d2fe_9826c2543cd842ed87f5594332a1be29.pdf
- Sunday,
October 13, 2019, Day on the Bay • Alviso Marina • 10:00am-3:00pm.
Supervisor Dave Cortese and the Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation
Department are teaming up once again for the 10th annual Day on the Bay
Multicultural Festival. This fun-filled festival along the South Bay
shores of Alviso features a health resource fair and festive
celebration of our diverse cultures. FREE activities include pumpkins
for kids, music, entertainment, kayak rides, food, and the Cortese
Zucchini Car Derby. Also, for the 3rd year in a row, we will host ‘Bike
to the Bay,’ an 8.5-mile community bike ride along the Guadalupe River
Trail from downtown to Day on the Bay! For information on the 2019 Day
on the Bay festival or for vendor, sponsor, entertainment, volunteer
opportunities, or to sign up for the bike ride, please call (408)
299-5030 or go to sccgov.org/dayonthebay.
- Sunday,
October 13, 2019, Bats - Superheroes of the Night • Calero •
6:00pm-7:30pm. Join a park interpreter for this family-friendly program
that investigates the mysteries and myths of bats. Activities will
include a short walk in search of these magnificent creatures in their
natural habitat. Reservations (408) 918-7738.
- Saturday,
October 26, 2019,Saturday, March 14, 2020, Wildlife Detective • Calero
• 10:00am-11:00am. Have you ever wanted to be a Wildlife Detective?
Come join a Park Ranger at Calero County Park and learn about clues
that animals leave behind. Meet at the Calero Park Office parking lot.
Questions? (408) 535-4070.
- Saturday, November 2,
2019, Paint in the Park – A Watercolor Plein Air Experience, Martial
Cottle • 12:30pm-2:30pm. Have you ever wanted to learn how to paint
outdoor scenes in watercolor? Please join us in this pastoral setting
at Martial Cottle. We will provide all the painting supplies-bring a
chair! Registration is limited. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Reservations online or (408) 355-2240.
- Saturday,
November 9, 2020, Raptor Fest • Calero • 12:00pm-4:00pm. Join Santa
Clara County Parks and Peninsula Open Space Trust for a family-friendly
celebration of raptors and the unique habitat for birds of prey at
Rancho San Vicente. The event will feature live raptors, guided bird
walks, arts and crafts, and educational activities for all ages. Space
is limited, and reservations are required. Learn more at ParkHere.org
or openspacetrust.org.
- Saturday, January 18,
2020, Mysteries of the Cosmos • Calero • 6:00pm-7:30pm. Explore the
mysteries of the cosmos from a County Park at night! Discover night
phenomena with your family and friends in group activities designed to
ignite your curiosity. Ages 9-14 and up. Rain cancels. Reservations
required (408) 918-7779.
2022
Events in
Other Nearby Parks:
- Sat,
Jan 15, 2 - 3pm: Hatch A Dream. January is the best time for seeing
nests! We will explore nest specimens, attempt our own nest weaving,
and take a mindful stroll of discovery. Meet at Anderson Lake Visitor
Center, 19245 Malaguerra Ave., Morgan Hill. Email
janet.shriner@prk.sccgov.org for more information.
- Wed,
1/26, 2/2, & 2/9, 6 - 7:15pm: Neighborhood Naturalists. Curious
about the natural world in your own neighborhood? This educational
program for adults introduces participants to the natural history of
Santa Clara County. Each week will bring expert guest speakers who
cover local geology, native plants, and common wildlife, as well as
"homework" activities including neighborhood walks, stargazing, and
nature journaling. Email luke.bailey@prk.sccgov.org for more
information.
- Jan
15 - 16: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Weekend of Service. "Everybody can
be great, because everybody can serve" Martin Luther King, Jr. In honor
of the holiday, we celebrate the civil rights leader's life and legacy
as a national day of service, encouraging all Americans to volunteer to
improve their communities. Santa Clara County Parks will be hosting
beautification events throughout the weekend at different county park
locations where volunteers can join park staff to plant, weed and pick
up litter. VOLUNTEER
SITES
- Beginning
Sat, Jan 15: Alivso Weeding Parties. Santa Clara County Parks is
partnering with San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory for multiple habitat
restoration events at Alviso Marina County Park, beginning Saturday,
January 15. We need volunteers to help pull weeds, plant new native
plants, and spread mulch to help restore this coastal habitat. SIGN
UP
- Fri,
Jan 21, 10am - 1pm: Almaden Quicksilver Beautification Day. Do you wish
to give back to your County Parks? Here's an opportunity to volunteer
at Almaden Quicksilver County Park and get in your weekend workout.
Join a Park Ranger in brushing the sides of the Yellow Kid trail to
keep the trail wide and accessible. Tools will be provided, but be sure
to bring sturdy hiking boots, as you will be hiking to the work area.
Bring a refillable water bottle, work gloves, and dress in layers for
working in the cold. SIGN
UP
- Sat,
Jan 22, 9am-12pm: Quicksilver History Hike. Explore what remains of the
once-bustling mining operations in the hills above New Almaden. This
moderate, 4-mile hike in Almaden Quicksilver County Park leaves from
the Wood Road parking lot off Hicks Road in San Jose. Dress in layers
with sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, and bring plenty of drinking
water. No pre-registration is necessary.
- Sat,
Feb 5, 9am - 12pm: Trail Watch Volunteer Training. Do you love hiking,
biking, or horseback riding in Santa Clara County Parks? As a Trail
Watch volunteer, you could serve to keep our parks friendly, welcoming,
and safe. Attend the virtual Trail Watch Academy training via Zoom to
join our team of volunteers. Questions? Email
volunteer@park.sccgov.org. SIGN
UP
- Sat, Feb
26, 9am-12pm: Quicksilver History Hike. See Jan 22.
- Saturday, March 26th, 9:00 am - 12:00pm. Quicksilver History Hike. Join an Almaden Quicksilver Park Interpreter to
explore what remains of the once-bustling mining operations in the
hills above New Almaden. This moderate 3-4 mile hike leaves from the
Wood Road parking lot of Almaden Quicksilver County Park and is offered
once a month. Registration for the hike opens on the 1st of the month
that the hike is offered. Space is limited. For more information call
408-918-7700. Advanced
registration required.
- Wednesday, March 30, 6:00 pm-7:00 pm .The Stupendous Women of the Santa Clara Valley.
Throughout its history, many incredible women have lived in the Santa
Clara Valley. A look back at the valley in the 19th and early 20th
centuries offers the chance to examine the lives of a few of the women
who stood out from everyone else. Questions? Email
Rob.McDonnell@prk.sccgov.org. Sign
up here.
- Sun. April 24, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm,
Earth Day Event. Help beautify the grounds of the historic Casa Grande.
Contact Info: Volunteer Program Office (408) 918-4930. Address: 21350
Almaden Rd. San Jose 95120. Meet in the main parking lot of Casa Grande
(home of the Quicksilver Mining Museum). See
here for more Earth Day events and to sign up.
- Sun. April 24, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Quicksilver History Hike. See March 26. Advanced
registration required.
- Sat.
April 30, 9:30 am - 10:30 am. Nature Exploration at Vasona! Join a Park
Interpreter to explore Vasona Lake County Park and discover how
movement shapes this park. Guided walk will be 1 mile long on a flat,
paved walkway and will meet at the fishing pier. All ages welcome.
Space is limited. Advanced
registration required. Questions? Email
jaclyn.caldwell@prk.sccgov.org.
- Sat,
May 21, 9am - 12 pm. National River Cleanup Day, multiple locations.
National River Cleanup is a national day of action to protect our
rivers, watersheds, and wildlife from trash and debris. Since its
inception in 1991, American Rivers have engaged more than 1.3 million
volunteers who have participated in thousands of cleanups across the
country, covering more than 261,000 miles of waterways and removing
more than 32.5 million pounds of litter and debris. More
information and sign ups.
- Sat. May 21, 7-9 pm. Preservation Awards Night.
History San Jose
Park. $15 General Admission, Under 18 Free. In recognition of this
year’s National Preservation Month, the newly formed Santa Clara County
Preservation Alliance will host a Preservation Awards Night to bring
the public and local preservation groups together for a celebratory
event. FOSTP President and NAQCPA President Kitty Monahan will be
honored at this event. See here for
more information and to purchase tickets.
- Sat. July 9, 9 am - 3 pm. Play Like a Miner. Casa
Grande. Imagine a
day in the life of a mercury miner and other 19th
century residents of New Almaden at this fun family event, featuring
games, crafts, rocks, and mining-era activities for all ages.
Questions? Email jaclyn.caldwell@prk.sccgov.org.
- Sun. July 24, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Quicksilver History Hike. See March 26. Advanced
registration required.
- Sat.
August 20. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Coyote Creek Habitat Day. Anderson Lake
County Park. Join us for a family friendly day of activities, games,
and wildlife connected with Coyote Creek. Learn about the people and
animals who have made their homes along this waterway - both a long
time ago and today. Event will be held at the Anderson Visitor Center
located at 19245 Malaguerra Ave, Morgan Hill, CA 95037. No registration
required, just come on by between 10am and 1pm!Questions? Email michelle.armijo@prk.sccgov.org.
- Fri. September 2, 8:30 pm - 10:30 p. Summer Movie
Night. Hellyer County Park. Enjoy the last movie night of the summer.
We'll have a Movie Night (TBA) here at Hellyer County Park. Bring a
blanket or low-back lawn chairs and enjoy an evening under the stars.
Note: Dogs are not allowed on movie nights. Parking is $6 per vehicle
and the show starts after sundown.
- Sat.
September 3, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Calero Reservoir Weeding Party.
Looking to volunteer? Help us maintain Calero County Park and
Reservoir! Volunteers will use non-powered tools to pull weeds/ cut and
pile Coyote Brush between the Calero Reservoir Parking Lot and
shoreline. It can be hard work, but very rewarding to help keep the
Park we all use safe and clear. Bring sturdy gloves, closed toe shoes
(boots if possible), and your can-do attitudes! Prepare for the
weather by wearing sunscreen, light moisture wicking
clothing and a hat.
- Sat.
September 3, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Hellyer Weeding Parties. If you are
looking to get outside and connect with new people right in your
backyard, this is the opportunity for you! California native plants
play an important role in the health of our parks. To help them thrive,
we have to work together to remove non-native and invasive plants.
This event is in partnership with Keep Coyote Creek Beautiful. Sign
up here. - Sat.
September 3, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Monthly Trail Days. Villa Montalvo.
Help our Trail Crew staff maintain the more than 350 miles of trails in
our Santa Clara County Parks trail system. Work will include some
brushing and pruning, but will mostly focus on tread work to help
reduce erosion. Tools and gloves will be provided. Bring a water
bottle, snacks, and gloves if you have them. Wear long sleeves and long
pants, and bring a hat. 2022 Locations: August & September:
Villa Montalvo. Please also note that trail work can be physically
challenging and so you should come prepared to work up a sweat! Minimum
age: 14. Sign
up here.
- Sat.
September 3, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Grant House Tour. Joseph D. Grant
County Park. Take
a guided tour of the historic Grant Ranch House.
- Sat. Sept. 10, 11 am. New Almaden Day Jump-In
Parade and celebration at the New Almaden Community Center.
- Sun.
Sept. 11, 9 am - 12 pm. Weeding Party at Almaden Quicksilver, Hacienda
Entrance, 21785 Almaden Road, San Jose. Join park rangers in managing
the forest health of Almaden Quicksilver Park. Work will involve
directed vegetation treatments including removal of excessive brush and
targeted invasive species. Bring layered clothing, work gloves (if you
have them), sun protection, and a water bottle. Additional work gloves,
water, and snacks will be provided. Best for adults and youth age 14
and up. Volunteers may need to hike up the trail to the treatment
area(s). Contact info: Brian Christensen (408) 438-1458. See here to sign up.
- Sat.
September 17, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. California Coastal Cleanup Day.
Various Santa Clara County Parks. Join millions of Americans on Coastal
Cleanup Day to remove litter in our waterways. Litter found around the
County Parks and streets eventually ends up in our local creeks and
rivers which flows out to the San Francisco Bay. You can make a
difference not only in your community but for the whole Bay Area. No
special skills are required for this event, but we ask you bring a
water bottle, sunscreen, and a mask (for when social distancing is not
possible), and wear close-toed shoes. Work gloves and pick up sticks
are provided but you are welcome to bring your own.
- Thu.
September 22, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Visitor Center Host Training.
Address: Anderson Lake Visitor Center 19245 Malaguerra Ave Morgan Hill,
CA 95037. This training is for new and returning Visitor Center Host
volunteers looking to learn skills in formal and informal
interpretation. Visitor Center Hosts are required to complete this
training in addition to specialized on-site training and orientation at
their assigned park. Visitor Center Hosts provide visitor assistance in
the park Visitor Center or Museum; answer questions; provide park
information; interpret the natural and cultural history of the park;
and help with the care and upkeep of the visitor center/museum
facility. Great for those who like interacting with people, sharing
their knowledge, learning, and being indoors!After attending the
training, park staff will work with you to find placement at a specific
park. Contact Info: Volunteer Program (408) 918-4930. Please bring
a mask, water bottle, and dress in layers. See here for more information.
- Sat.
October 1, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Fall Festival. Martial Cottle Park. Come
celebrate our valley's rich agricultural history! The Fall Festival
will have local arts, crafts and foods, kids activities, agricultural
workshops, animal presentations, historical autos, antique farm
equipment, live music, food trucks, exhibitors, entertainment, pumpkin
patch - and More! Join us on October 1, 2022 from 9 am to 2 pm. Free
Admission! $6 Parking Fee - Parking is limited.
- Sat.
October 8, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. Day on the Bay. Alviso Marina County
Park. This year's event will include a resource fair and showcase the
beautiful Alviso Marina, along with several family-friendly and
recreation activities. This special event is a wonderful opportunity to
share information, services, and resources with the local community. We
are excited to bring this event back last year after a hiatus due to
the COVID-19 pandemic. Historically, Day on the Bay has drawn more than
10,000 people to enjoy activities, and celebrate the rich diversity and
abundance of our community's cultural expression. The Mercury News
reports that it is the most attended event in the historic waterfront
town of Alviso. Many thanks to the support of the County of Santa
Clara, the Office of Supervisor Otto Lee, and our sponsors who will
provide this event to the community for FREE.
- Sat.
October 8. Pioneer Day. Casa Grande. 10/8/22 11 am. Here
is a poster for the event.
- Sun.
October 9, 9 am - 12 pm. Weeding Party at Almaden Quicksilver, Hacienda
Entrance, 21785 Almaden Road, San Jose. See Sept. 11.
Created 5/6/23,
by Ronald
Horii, secretary of the Friends of Santa Teresa Park
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