summer 2010 outlook, santa clara county open space authority newsletter

8/3/2019 Summer 2010 Outlook, Santa Clara County Open Space Authority Newsletter

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Santa Clara County

Open Space Authority

6980 Santa Teresa Blvd., Ste 100

San Jose, CA 95119

OSA is working to protect sensitive lands, preserve natural communities,nd manage open space in ways that promote agriculture and compatible recreation.

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to get outside and enjoy

nature. It also means being

wise about intense sun and

high temperatures. When

you visit the preserves for

a hike or ride, be sure to

bring plenty of water, wear

loose clothing and cover up

with a hat and sun screen.

Both OSA preserves openaround sunrise, so the cool

of the morning is yours to

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Activitiesfor the

Whole Family

Toddler TrekExplore nature with your lile one at Rancho Cañada del

Oro in this docent-led acvity. A safe and gentle walk in a

world of owers, insects, birds and other wonders that wil

intrigue and delight children. The program is designed for

toddlers ages 1 to 3, but babies and older children are

welcome. Parents and caregivers should bring water,

snacks, sun protecon and dress your child in closed-

toe shoes. No pets please. A

restroom is available but plan

to pack out your trash. Meet at

the main parking lot.

Saturday, June 5

10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Thursday, June 1010:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Starry Nights

Join OSA sta and docents for an evening out under the

stars. See the constellaons through our telescopes or set

up your own. Stargazers of all stripes from experienced

astronomers to the simply curious are invited to take

advantage of Rancho Cañada del Oro’s dark skies. Bring

binoculars, beach chairs, warm clothes and ashlights

with red cellophane to protect your night vision. Pets and

alcohol are prohibited. Meet at the main parking lot.

Saturday, June 12

8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 10

8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 7

8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Albertson Parkway wins an award

A hearty cheer for hike volunteers

This year’s Coyote Spring docents led

23 hikes. They were a diverse, creave,

knowledgeable and above all friendly and

lively group. Together they blended their

speciales, oering the public a rich and

mul-faceted interpreve experience.

OSA is extremely grateful for the hard

work of these outstanding volunteers. Our

hats are o to Jay Aruta, Paul Billig, Kevin

Bryant, David Chapman, Bob Cicisly, Tom

Cochrane, Angie Costa, Craige Edgerton,

Judy Fenerty, Doug Greer, Rick Herder, Cait

Hutnik, Rick Mandel, VIcki Silvas-Young,

Carolyn Tucker and Michelle Valdez.

This urban trail, funded in part by OSA,

received Honorable Menon at the recent

California Trails & Greenways Conference.

The City of San Jose project turned a lile-

used ulity corridor into a pleasant walk

featuring nave plants, interpreve signs

and natural water retenon basins.



Visit the web for direcons

and late-breaking lisngs:

www.openspaceauthority.org

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Santa Clara County Open Space Authority

6980 Santa Teresa Blvd., Ste 100 • San Jose, CA 95119

tel 408.224.7476 • fax 408.224.7548

www.openspaceauthority.org

ummertime!Solsce Here and Now

A mindful experience of the

sun’s highest point as sum-

mer begins. Join OSA docents

on Sierra Vista’s Boccardo Trail to focus

your senses, get in touch with your environment and

learn about the signicance of the Solsce in dierent

cultures. This 5.6-mile hike is for adults and children

8 and older. The trail involves a 1,250-foot elevaon

gain. Wear sun protecon, bring water and a snack and

consider hiking poles. Meet at Alum Rock Park across

from YSI. $6 parking fee.

Sunday, June 20

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.The Californios

Step back into history with Wendell Dexter, a colorfulcharacter from the past who can tell you plenty about

the unique culture of California’s early selers. He’ll

meet the Hot Springs Stage at the Palassou water stop

(and so will you). From there it’s a great ramble through

arfacts and stories that bring to life the era begun by

Colonel Anza’s exploraon.

All ages are welcome on this

living-history interpreve walk.

Dress for warm weather and

meet at the Palassou House. Saturday, June 19

9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Spring’s Late Bloomers

This docent-led hike will focus on owers that bloom at

the end of spring, including 3 species of dudleya that

grow on Rancho Cañada del Oro. Part of the hike will

oer visitors a chance to see areas of the preserve that

are closed to general public use. The 6-mile hike is a

good workout that is suitable for teenagers and adults.

Bring water, a snack and sun protecon. Meet in the

Casa Loma Road parking lot.

Saturday, June 12

1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Big Flying Bugs!

A special opportunity to explore Blair Ranch on a

docent-led nature hike that will focus on dragonies,

bueries and other kinds of ying insects. The

3.5-mile hike covers some steep terrain and uneven

foong and is suitable for adults and children 12 years

and older. Bring water, a snack and sun protecon.

Hiking poles are recommended. Reservaons for this

hike are required. Call Teri at 408-224-7476 or email

[email protected].

Sunday, August 22

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.


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OSA Lands New Acquisitions

Santa

Cruz

County

Calero County Park

Rancho Cañada del Oro

Open Space Preserve

Uvas Canyon

County Park

Uvas

Mt. Chual

Santa Clara County

Other Protected Lands

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Coyote Valley Scenic Lands

In April the Open Space Authority purchased

348 acres on the western edge of Coyote Valley,

an acquision that preserves wooded foothills,

seasonal streams and grasslands.

Visible from the valley oor, the property also

protects an important viewshed and contributes tothe greenbelt between Morgan Hill and San Jose.

Both are preservaon goals the Authority has long

pursued.

A number of special-status species are known to

occur on the property, including bay checkerspot

bueries, Opler’s longhorn moth, golden eagles,

Santa Clara Valley dudleya, smooth lessingia, and

most beauful jewelower.

Purchase price for the acquision was $3,481,000.

The land has been used for cale grazing and hay

producon in recent years. The Authority must clearthe land of agricultural debris, conduct a compre-

hensive resource inventory, and plan and build

access improvements before the property can be

opened for general public use.

Addion to Rancho Cañada del Oro

Another purchase this spring added 32.5 acres

along the southern boundary of OSA’s largest

preserve. This acquision brings Rancho Cañada del

Oro Open Space Preserve to a total of 4,106 acres.

The oak woodlands, chaparral-covered hillsides and

grassy slopes that are so popular with visitors to the

preserve characterize this new property as well.

Edson and Twin Fall canyons cross the parcel, and

Twin Fall Creek ows through the southern poron,

providing valuable riparian habitat.

The purchase price for the parcel was $175,000.

Together, Rancho Cañada del Oro, Calero County

Park and Rancho San Vicente now protect more

than 8,500 conguous acres of vital plant and

animal habitat.

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