day, family friendly, morning, self-guided, weekend
Other Protected Land
San José
In honor of Transit Month, the Open Space Authority invites you to utilize public transportation to access an exclusive hiking destination! Take the Route 68 bus line followed by a self-paced hike at Spreckels Hill where docents will share fun facts about the preserve and local wildlife.
Join the Open Space Authority for a moonlit, four-mile guided hike at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve. Participants will ascend the Arrowhead Loop Trail at golden hour, watch the sunset with a 360-degree view of Coyote Valley and descend once the moon is shining bright.
Volunteer Land Stewards: Stinkwort Weeding at Laguna Seca
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morning, weekend
Other Protected Land
San José
Assist the Open Space Authority with the removal of stinkwort from the Laguna Seca dam! By removing this invasive species, you'll help restore native grasslands around this historic wetland and reduce hazards for wildlife. No experience required!
Join Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) and the Open Space Authority for a special bicycle tour in Coyote Valley! This ride will cover approximately 17 miles on mostly flat terrain and visit several important features that make up the Coyote Valley Conservation Area, including Laguna Seca, Fisher Creek, Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve and Coyote Creek.
accessible, docent-led, evening, family friendly, weekend
Rancho Cañada del Oro
Morgan Hill
The Open Space Authority and the San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) invite you to a community star party at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve.
day, docent-led, family friendly, morning, weekend
Other Protected Land
San José
Explore Laguna Seca and look for birds with the Open Space Authority and Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance! Attendees will be assisted by bird experts to help identify various birds in their native habitat and share interesting facts. All birder levels are welcome!
accessible, day, docent-led, evening, family friendly, weekend
Rancho Cañada del Oro
Morgan Hill
Search for the elusive California ebony tarantula with the Open Space Authority during a flat, two-mile guided walk along Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve's Longwall Canyon Trail.