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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

A green maple leaf against a blue sky

Join us for a guided family friendly hike along the waterside habitat of Coyote Creek. Discover various plants and trees that have special adaptations that make them unique. Explore how the diverse creek habitat is a special home for a variety of wildlife. Less than one mile hike, best for ages 7+. 

Click here to sign up or email [email protected] for more details.

Event Type:
Public Programs
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

19245 Malaguerra Ave
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
United States

hellyer velodrome bike racers

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

Event Type:
Public Programs
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

985 Hellyer Ave
San Jose, CA 95111
United States

Friday, July 8, 2022

Children looking at blades of grass

Discover the natural world with your senses to reveal the beauty around you! Join park interpreter Luke to explore the park’s sights, sounds, and textures. Parents and their young children participate together in activities designed to deepen your connection to the natural world.

Appropriate for children ages 3 to 7 and their guardians.

Space is limited; registrations are required.

Sign up here.

Event Type:
Public Programs
Friday, July 8, 2022
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

3100 Calaveras Rd
Milpitas, CA 95035
United States

An Evening with a King | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
California kingsnake on rock

We learn about all kinds of monarchs in history class, but have your ever wanted to hang out with a king… snake? This program offers you and your friends and family the chance to meet Morticia, Santa Clara County Parks’ California king snake, and learn why she is so well adapted to the habitats that surround the Santa Clara Valley and beyond!

Designed for all ages. Families strongly encouraged to attend.

Space is limited. Registration Required.

Sign up here.

Event Type:
Public Programs
Friday, July 8, 2022
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

5283 Snell Ave
San Jose, CA 95136
United States

Saturday, July 9, 2022

Junior Shoot | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The San Jose Zouaves Juniors Program is held on the second Saturday of every month, and all shooters must be signed in by 8:30 AM. Depending on group size, you can expect the day to complete anywhere from 11:30 AM - 1PM. The program is open to children from 10-20 years of age and is free to all. However if you wish to donate to the Program we will gladly accept a contribution of $5 per shooter to help cover ammunition and target costs.

Click on their website to learn more: San Jose Zouaves Rifle Club

Registration is desired, click below to sign up.

Sign Up Here

Jr Shoot Event-Rifles
Event Type:
Public Programs
Saturday, July 9, 2022
8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

9580 Malech Rd
San Jose, CA 95138
United States

Hellyer Weeding Parties | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 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

Father and son at Hellyer County Park weeding party
Event Type:
Volunteer Opportunity
Saturday, July 9, 2022
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

985 Hellyer Ave
San Jose, CA 95111
United States

Saturday, July 9th | 6:00p-7:00p

Location: Coyote Lake Amphitheater (near campsite #8) at Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch County Park. Enter through "Coyote Lake Entrance". 

Coyote Lake Campfire Center

Come meet a wild nocturnal neighbor that goes bump in the night! Featuring a guest speaker from WERC-Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center. 

Questions? Email [email protected]

Park Map and Campground Map

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

Saturday, July 9, 2022
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Calaveras Trail
Gilroy, CA 95020
United States

Tuesday, July 12, 2022

A green maple leaf against a blue sky

Join us for a guided family friendly hike along the waterside habitat of Coyote Creek. Discover various plants and trees that have special adaptations that make them unique. Explore how the diverse creek habitat is a special home for a variety of wildlife.

Click here to sign up or email [email protected] for more details. Less than one mile hike, best for ages 7+ 

Event Type:
Public Programs
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

19245 Malaguerra Ave
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
United States

Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Join us as we wander underneath the coat redwood canopy to explore the community that lives in the penthouse of the forest. Best for ages 7+ for a moderate 1 mile hike on uneven terrain. 

Questions? Email [email protected]

Advance registration required. Space is limited. 

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/6fDoPYQW74jvibwy5 

 

Image looking upwards towards the sky with large redwood trees in view

 

Event Type:
Public Programs
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

7850 Pole Line Rd
Watsonville, CA 95076
United States

hellyer velodrome bike racers

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

Event Type:
Public Programs
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

985 Hellyer Ave
San Jose, CA 95111
United States

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