On April 30th, we co-hosted a fun bike ride through Coyote Valley. It was a beautiful day with lots of sunshine and wildflowers. Committee for Greenfoothills Executive Director Megan Medeiros led us off from Spina Farms, giving an overview of why this area is worth preserving. Photo by Larry Ames…
Over the weekend of April 7th, a hardy group of seven backpackers entered the wilderness of Henry Coe State Park, one of the largest state parks in the region. We went there to enjoy a group outing to the headwaters of Coyote Creek. Boy, was it an adventure. The weather…
On Sunday, June 5th, we hosted a Jane’s Walk to share the plants, birds, and animals around Coyote Creek at Hellyer County Park. This event featured our very own Alie and Bruce Victorine, who are active creek cleanup group leaders, and happen to be avid birdwatchers. They shared their passion…
Spring is here and it couldn’t have been a better time of year to come see the beautiful rolling hills and blooming wildflowers at Henry Coe State Park. It started late Friday afternoon down to Poverty Flat and proceeded through the weekend until late Sunday up Blue Ridge Trail and…
Ever Wondered What an Artist Could Do with Plastics? By Deb Kramer On February 2, the Art department at SJSU hosted a lecture about the “Gyre: Plastic Ocean Exhibit” and featured Julie Decker, curator, and three artists who shared their stories, artwork, and process about ocean plastic. Fascinating presentation. You…
Guadalupe River Park Conservancy – 20 Years and Going Strong By Deb Kramer What a resource! The Guadalupe River Park Conservancy has been around for 20 years and provides the San Jose community with many educational and volunteer events, beautiful open space, and a nature-themed playground for children. Recently, I…
Open Space Authority Grand Opening of the Coyote Valley Preserve By Deb Kramer Beautiful rolling hills dotted with valley oaks On a beautiful Saturday day, I attended the grand opening of the Coyote Valley Preserve. The event featured some speakers, a ribbon cutting, and a few local groups. Many…
As I’ve been out on the Coyote Creek Trail, I’ve seen many people using the trails in different ways. Some people are out walking the trail for exercise. Some students from Andrew P Hill High School use the trail to train for their cross-country team. Yet others ride their bikes…
