Upcoming Programs & Events

Watch the exciting track bike racing season at Hellyer County Park Velodrome. Races are held every Wednesday night through Sept 21. Come out and watch up to two hours of non-stop racing action under the lights!

The track opens around 6pm and racing starts promptly at 6:45pm. The racers consist of various groups: women and men, beginners through experts. See different types of track events, each about 15 minutes in length. For the full Hellyer County Park Velodrome event calendar, visit hellyervelodrome.com/calendar

We will make much needed improvements to the existing Sanborn Trail.  The work will involve building steps and small retaining walls using rocks sourced on site, making minor reroutes to the trail alignment, widening the tread where needed, and obliterating a well-established social trail.  Center Camp will be located at the end of the walk-in campground about 1/2 mile up a paved road from the parking lot.  There won't be a gear shuttle, so pack accordingly if you're planning to camp overnight.

How to sign up

Volunteers must be age 14 or older. Volunteers under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Please sign up for every option that applies to you, HERE. Options are presented by days: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is important to sign up for each day you plan to volunteer.  

COVID Precautions:   V-O-Cal puts safety first.  Please register only if you are vaccinated. Protocols will be used in connection with food preparation and service (kitchen crew will mask in confined areas and during food service), and social distancing in outdoor areas will be requested. 

What comes next?

After you register, updates will be communicated to you largely through this Web site.  Before the project we will publish a Fact Sheet that should tell you everything you need to know about the project weekend.

You will be required to complete a waiver form (included with the Fact Sheet) in order to participate. To speed up check-in on the project weekend, we recommend you print out and complete the waiver form at home and bring it with you.

SIGN UP HERE

 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.

Minimum age: 12

SIGN UP HERE

Saturday, June 18 | 10 am - 11am

Location: Mount Madonna County Park (7850 Pole Line Road, Watsonville, CA 95076) - meet at the Ranger Station/Visitor Center (next to amphitheater). 

Join us as we wander underneath the Coast Redwood Canopy to explore the community that lives in the penthouse of the forest. Click here to sign up or email [email protected] for more details. Best for ages 7+. There is a $6 parking fee. 

You’re cordially invited to the Grand Reopening of the Grant House at Joseph D Grant County Park on June 18, 10am-12pm. Join us for tours of the historic home and gardens. Light refreshments will be served. We hope you’ll join us to celebrate the reopening!

RSVP to Tamara Clark

Directions: Travel to the park by taking 101 or 680 to Alum Rock Ave eastbound in San Jose. Turn right onto Mt Hamilton Road and travel eight miles to reach the park entrance. Note: Quimby Road is very narrow and not suitable for RVs and large trailers.

* there will be no actual campfire at this program. 

Saturday, June 18th | 7:00p-8:00p

Location: Sanborn County Park Campground Amphitheater (near campsite #19)

Join a Park Interpreter to explore Sanborn! On this guided hike we will engage our 5 senses and discover some unique adaptations of local wildlife that helps them survive. It will be a leisurely 1-2 mile hike on an unpaved trail. Recommended for ages 5+. Meet at the small amphitheater near campsite #19. Only open to campers staying the night of Sat June 18th at Sanborn County Park. No pre-registration required. 

Questions? Email [email protected]. 

Make a weekend of it! For County Parks camping information and reservations, click here.

We will make much needed improvements to the existing Sanborn Trail.  The work will involve building steps and small retaining walls using rocks sourced on site, making minor reroutes to the trail alignment, widening the tread where needed, and obliterating a well-established social trail.  Center Camp will be located at the end of the walk-in campground about 1/2 mile up a paved road from the parking lot.  There won't be a gear shuttle, so pack accordingly if you're planning to camp overnight.

How to sign up

Volunteers must be age 14 or older. Volunteers under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Please sign up for every option that applies to you, HERE. Options are presented by days: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is important to sign up for each day you plan to volunteer.  

COVID Precautions:   V-O-Cal puts safety first.  Please register only if you are vaccinated. Protocols will be used in connection with food preparation and service (kitchen crew will mask in confined areas and during food service), and social distancing in outdoor areas will be requested. 

What comes next?

After you register, updates will be communicated to you largely through this Web site.  Before the project we will publish a Fact Sheet that should tell you everything you need to know about the project weekend.

You will be required to complete a waiver form (included with the Fact Sheet) in order to participate. To speed up check-in on the project weekend, we recommend you print out and complete the waiver form at home and bring it with you.

SIGN UP HERE

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

Watch the exciting track bike racing season at Hellyer County Park Velodrome. Races are held every Wednesday night through Sept 21. Come out and watch up to two hours of non-stop racing action under the lights!

The track opens around 6pm and racing starts promptly at 6:45pm. The racers consist of various groups: women and men, beginners through experts. See different types of track events, each about 15 minutes in length. For the full Hellyer County Park Velodrome event calendar, visit hellyervelodrome.com/calendar

 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.

Minimum age: 12

SIGN UP HERE