Parallel Persistence of People and Plants

Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park 10001 Watsonville Rd, Gilroy, CA, United States

Join Santa Clara County Parks for a guided walk at Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park to discover how people and plants resiliently adapt for times of challenge. Explore the utility of cellphone apps for plant identification and discuss drought resistant plant adaptations along the way. This event is best for ages 8+.

Campfire Program

Coyote Lake 10840 Coyote Reservoir Rd, Gilroy, CA, United States

Summer is a great time to camp at Coyote Lake. it's even more fun when you can attend an evening campfire program. This month's lineup includes special guest animals from Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center on 6/11. This event is family-friendly and free to campers in the park.

Coast Redwood Canopy Walk

Mt. Madonna County Park 7850 Pole Line Rd, Watsonville, CA, United States

See the penthouse of the forest on a coast redwood canopy walk at Mt. Madonna County Park. We will wander underneath the coast redwood canopy to explore the community that lives above the "penthouse" of the forest. Best for ages 7+ for a one-mile moderate hike on uneven terrain.

Keep Coyote Creek Beautiful

Coyote Lake 10840 Coyote Reservoir Rd, Gilroy, CA, United States

Join Keep Coyote Creek Beautiful on June 19. They are a community organization that connects people to Coyote Creek through creek cleanups, educational activities, and recreational outings. The event is family-friendly and accessible event at the Coyote Creek Visitor Center. Participants learn about the unique wildlife that lives in the area, and how they can […]

Mount Madonna Campfire Programs: Nighttime Neighbors

Mt. Madonna County Park 7850 Pole Line Rd, Watsonville, CA, United States

Come out to the amphitheater at Mount Madonna County Park (near Ranger Station/Visitor Center) to meet a wild nocturnal neighbor that goes bump in the night! Featuring a guest speaker from WERC-Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center. Please note that there will be no actual campfire at this program.

Coyote Lake Campfire Program: Nighttime Neighbors

Coyote Lake 10840 Coyote Reservoir Rd, Gilroy, CA, United States

Come out to Coyote Lake Amphitheater (near campsite #8) to meet a wild nocturnal neighbor that goes bump in the night! Featuring a guest speaker from WERC-Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center. Please note that there will be no actual campfire at this program.

Mount Madonna Campfire Programs: Nighttime Neighbors

Mt. Madonna County Park 7850 Pole Line Rd, Watsonville, CA, United States

Come out to the amphitheater at Mount Madonna County Park (near Ranger Station/Visitor Center) to meet a wild nocturnal neighbor that goes bump in the night! Featuring a guest speaker from WERC-Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center. Please note that there will be no actual campfire at this program.

Coyote Creek Habitat Day

Coyote Creek Visitor Center Anderson Lake County Park 19245 Malaguerra Ave, Morgan Hill, CA, United States

Join Santa Clara County Parks for a family day of activities and to view wildlife connected with Coyote Creek. Discover the people and animals who have made their homes along […]

Junior Rangers Program at Coyote Lake

Coyote Lake 10840 Coyote Reservoir Rd, Gilroy, CA, United States

Discover a new Santa Clara County Park each month while learning about the plants, animals, people, and places that make our parks special. These 1-hour Junior Ranger programs are best for ages 7-12 and include opportunities for nature hikes and hands-on activities. After completion of 3 park explorations, Junior Rangers can submit their completed logbooks […]

Mountain Lions on the Prowl

Coyote Lake 10840 Coyote Reservoir Rd, Gilroy, CA, United States

Discover the unique characteristics and habits of the county's largest native cat, the Mountain Lion. Meet at the Campground Amphitheater. Event Type: School / Education Saturday, June 10, 2023 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Calaveras Trail Gilroy, CA 95020 United States

Parallel Persistence

Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park 10001 Watsonville Rd, Gilroy, CA, United States

Join Santa Clara County Parks for a guided walk to discover how people and plants have resiliently adapted to challenging times. Explore the utility of cellphone apps for plant identification and discuss drought-resistant plant adaptations along the way. This event is best for ages 7+. Event Type: Public Programs Saturday, June 10, 2023 10:00 AM […]

Chitactac Family Day

Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park 10001 Watsonville Rd, Gilroy, CA, United States

Join us for a family-friendly day of activities celebrating Chitactac-Adams’ 25th Anniversary! Come play traditional games, view the ancient petroglyphs, create unique crafts, and discover what has made this place so special to native people for thousands of years.