Join us for a day of activities highlighting wildlife connected with Coyote Creek. Learn about the people and animals who have made their homes along this watershed both long ago and today.   

• Discover history and science through hands-on family activity stations

• Connect with the Coyote Creek habitat by taking a guided walk or ride

• Participate in a community science exploration along the creek 

The event will take place at Coyote Creek Visitor Center at Anderson Lake County Park (19245 Malaguerra Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037). Admission is free.
Please consider walking, biking, or carpooling as parking is limited.

Questions? Email [email protected] for more information. 

Event partners include: 

Keep Coyote Creek Beautiful  (For KCCB events and volunteer opportunities, visit kccb.eventbrite.com)

Grassroots Ecology 

Valley Water 

Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center

CA State Parks - Henry Coe

Tamien Nation

Santa Clara County Libraries - Morgan Hill 

Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society 

Felidae Conservation Fund

Learn the oldest and most powerful type of Tai Chi – Lao Jia. Develop greater physical strength, balance and coordination. These slow gentle movements are perfect for all ages and physical abilities. Meet in between the two barns with comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen and layers. Reservations online or contact Carrie Grisenti (408) 355-2240

Join Santa Clara County Parks staff and/or a partner organization for an evening program featuring our animal neighbors, especially those that go "bump" in the night. Programs may include hands-on activities, storytelling, and live animals. 

Questions? Email [email protected]

Join Santa Teresa Land Steward Volunteers on the second Saturday of every month to care for and improve Santa Teresa County Park.

Projects are focused on improving native habitat for plants and animals as well as keeping the park safe and enjoyable for visitors. Work may include weeding, pruning, watering, planting and litter pickup.

Bring a water bottle, hat, sunscreen, and work gloves if you have them. Wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, and closed-toe shoes for protection. Tools will be provided.

Minimum age: 14

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This FREE special event at beautiful Stevens Creek Reservoir will include community resources focused on protecting our water systems, fun water-related activities, and boater and water safety. All ages and leashed pets welcome. Event is at the Lakeshore Picnic Area.

• Sign-up for a mini fishing clinic at the shoreline (ages 5-15 only, all equipment provided)
• 50% off kayaking and standup paddle boarding at the boat dock
• Food for purchase
• Free parking along Stevens Creek Road

Come tour the Joseph D Grant Ranch House and learn about the history of this pioneer family. Joseph D. Grant played an important role in shaping California in politics, industry and land preservation.

Meet at the Grant Ranch House. Questions? Call (408) 274-6121

Join Santa Clara County Parks staff and/or a partner organization for an evening program featuring our animal neighbors, especially those that go "bump" in the night. Programs may include hands-on activities, storytelling, and live animals. 
This program will take place at the Azalea Knoll near Valley View 2.

Questions? Email [email protected]

We invite you to join Santa Clara County Parks Natural Resource Management team, in partnership with San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory, in their efforts to restore the coastal habitat of Alviso Marina County Park.

Volunteers will assist in the removal of invasive plants and the spreading of mulch in preparation for the planting of native plants.

Please bring sturdy gloves, closed toe shoes (boots if possible), proof of vaccination, and your can-do attitudes!

Minimum age: 12

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Celebrate National Pollinator Week by joining Martial Cottle Park at our 3rd Annual Native Plant and Pollinator Day event. Learn about the importance of pollinators and how native plants help them.

Native Plant and Pollinator Guided Walk

The 30-minute guided walk will be about .5 a mile round trip on paved paths. Families are encouraged to attend.  Meet at the Martial Cottle Park Partner Lot at 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM to join.

Space is limited on the guided walk. Registration Recommended. Sign Up Here

Registration recommended for walk only

Pollinator Related Activities

Additional pollinator activities will take place from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Park Partner Lot as well as our park partner’s parcels.

Admission is free. $6 parking fee

Interested in Volunteering?

Sign up here!

Join us at the Coyote Creek Visitor Center as we explore, learn and respect nature found at various parks. Our nature pop-ups will discover different wildlife connections and provide family-friendly themed crafts and more at our visitor centers!

No registration required. All ages welcome!

Email [email protected] for more information.