Join an Almaden Quicksilver Park Interpreter for a hike in the Almaden Hills to discover how our changing values have impacted the landscape, and a once bustling mining enterprise became a County Park. This moderate 3-4 mile hike leaves from the Wood Road parking lot of Almaden Quicksilver County Park. This hike will cover history content that is geared towards an adult audience. Best for ages 10+

Although dogs are allowed within the park, for the comfort and safety of the group, they are discouraged from accompanying you on the hike (with the exception of service animals). 

Further questions? Call 408-818-7770 or email [email protected]

History hikes are offered monthly, usually on the 4th Saturday or Sunday of the month. Registration for hike opens on the 1st of the month.  Reservations are not required but they are strongly recommended as parking is limited at the trailhead.  

 

Register for the hike. 

 

 

Hispanic Heritage Month Crafternoons at the Museum
Friday-Sunday 12pm-4pm in August  | Almaden Quicksilver at Casa Grande

Join us for September crafternoons at Almaden Quicksilver County Park's Mining Museum at Casa Grande! (21350 Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95120)

Make a fun papel picado craft and learn about how Hispanic communities of the 1800's contributed to the historic mining operations of New Almaden and the greater California.

 

This is a free drop-In event, no reservations required.

Questions? Email [email protected]

Officially observed September 15th to October 15th Hispanic Heritage month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries.

Free drop in event, great for all ages.  Questions? Email [email protected]

Bernal Ranch is a historic site located in Santa Clara County Parks. The Muwekma Ohlone were the first inhabitants of the land and recognized the value of the natural fresh water spring of Santa Teresa Spring. The spring was also used during the Juan Bautista De Anza expedition in 1776. Jose Joaquin Bernal was thirteen years old when he first visited Santa Teresa Spring during the expedition. He eventually settled at Santa Teresa and 120 of his descendants lived on the same ranch land. Currently, the Santa Teresa community is home to a diverse population of families each with a unique history to the land.

Join us to volunteer and be part of the Santa Teresa community. Volunteer opportunities available include gardening, weed abatement, barn maintanence, and historical house upkeep.

Please be prepared to work with tools in varying weather conditions. Best attire includes layered clothing, study closed-toe shoes, long pants and sleeves, hat and gloves. Some additional gloves and tools will be available for volunteer use.

For families with children under 14, please be prepared to sign a release form for your child on the day of the event. Minimum age: 8

Hope to see you at the next First Friday community volunteer day!

Please contact the volunteer office with questions: [email protected]

SIGN UP HERE

 

Come celebrate our valley's rich agricultural history! The 8th Annual Fall Festival will have local arts, crafts and food, kids activities, agricultural workshops, historical autos, antique farm equipment, live music, food trucks, exhibitors, entertainment, pumpkin patch - and more.

Join us on October 5, 2024 from 9 am to 2 pm

Free Admission- $6 Parking Fee

 

 

2024 Vendor Applications are closed 

 

Volunteers

Interested in volunteering? Sign up here

 

Parking

$6 Parking Fee - Parking is limited

 

 

 

 

For more information on Master Gardener programming visit

Fall Garden Fair - UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County (ucanr.edu)

 

For more information about Martial Cottle Park visit Martial Cottle Park - Parks and Recreation - County of Santa Clara (sccgov.org)

 

 

Questions? email [email protected]

 

Take a look back at Fall Festival 2023 

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

SIGN UP

 

Celebrating Wellness of Communities and Wetlands

Sunday, October 13, 2024

10am-3 pm

Alviso Marina County Park - 1195 Hope Street, Alviso

FREE EVENT - 免费活动 - EVENTO GRATIS - CHƯƠNG TRÌNH MIỄN PH

Santa Clara County Parks and the Supervisor Otto Lee's D3 office proudly present this fun-filled festival along the beautiful South Bay shores of Alviso. Our 2024 event will include community and wetland wellness resources, along with fun multicultural entertainment, kids activities, and food trucks. You will still enjoy  free pumpkins for kids, free kayak rides, and Covid & Flu shots. *While Supplies Last/Limited Availability.

If you are interested in being an exhibitor at this event, or would like to provide entertainment on our stage, fill out this form. For questions contact [email protected] 

Thanks to the support of the County of Santa Clara, the Office of Supervisor Otto Lee, and our sponsors will be able to provide this event to the community for FREE. *While Supplies Last/Limited Availability

 

 

 

Join a Park Interpreter to explore the diverse bird life of Casa Grande’s beautiful backyard. Learn the basics of observing and identifying local birds. Binoculars available to borrow. Family friendly and best for ages 6+.

Meet in the Casa Grande backyard at 10am.

21350 Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95120

Questions? Email [email protected]

Come along for a guided hike among the oak woodland and grassland habitats at Ed Levin County Park. Discover birds, mammals, and more and learn what makes these special habitats home to so many diverse animals. This moderately challenging 1.2 mile hike requires some uphill hiking on portions of uneven terrain and is best suited for ages 8+.

 

Space is limited so sign up below. A $6 parking fee is required. For questions email [email protected].

 

Sign Up

Make habitat. Make friends. Make a difference.

Join Santa Teresa Land Steward Volunteers on the fourth 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 enhancing the beauty of the park. Work will involve watering trees and shrubs in the Pueblo Day Use Area. Please note that this work can be physically challenging and can involve moving 100 to 200 feet of garden hose through tall grass and over uneven terrain.

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.

SIGN UP

Join an Almaden Quicksilver Park Interpreter for a hike in the Almaden Hills to discover how our changing values have impacted the landscape, and a once bustling mining enterprise became a County Park. This moderate 3-4 mile hike leaves from the Wood Road parking lot of Almaden Quicksilver County Park. This hike will cover history content that is geared towards an adult audience. Best for ages 10+

Although dogs are allowed within the park, for the comfort and safety of the group, they are discouraged from accompanying you on the hike (with the exception of service animals). 

Further questions? Call 408-818-7770 or email [email protected]

History hikes are offered monthly, usually on the 4th Saturday or Sunday of the month. Registration for hike opens on the 1st of the month.  Reservations are not required but they are strongly recommended as parking is limited at the trailhead.  

Register for the history hike