Thursday, September 13 Stroller Hike and Toddler Trek, Santa Teresa, 4:30pm-6:00pm A Strollerhikes.com docent will lead you and your little ones on a 2.5-mile moderately strenuous hike past historical sites along the trail. Meet at the Fortini Trailhead with comfortable walking shoes and sturdy strollers or carriers. (408) 355-2240 Saturday, September 22 Fall Nature Hike, Calero/Rancho San Vicente, 9:00am-1:30pmJoin a Park Docent on a 5-mile moderately strenuous hike to enjoy panoramic views and discover how these rolling serpentine grasslands provide critical habitat for endangered species. Meet at Calero Reservoir, then carpool to a trail nearby. Bring sun protection, water, camera, sturdy hiking shoes and layered clothing. Note: This is a guided hike in a “closed area” not yet open for public access, group travels together, some steep sections. Restrooms not available except at reservoir. Register online or call (408) 355-2240. Saturday, September 29 History Tour by Van/Hike, Almaden Quicksilver, 9:00am-1:30pm Step back in time and experience what life was like back in the mining heyday. Ride by van to various historic sites and bring a brown-bag lunch to enjoy in the park. Tour includes an easy hike of approximately 3 miles. Children must be over 6 years and 60 lbs. Meet at the Casa Grande/New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum. Bring water, lunch and sun protection. Reservations required. Cost is $5 per person. (408) 918-7773 Sunday, September 30 Healthy Trails Evening Hike, Almaden Quicksilver, 4:00pm-8:30pm Join a Park Interpreter on this strenuous 5.2-mile hike from Deep Gulch to Bull Run. Explore the rich history and diversity in the hills of New Almaden. Bring water, snacks, sturdy hiking shoes, and a flashlight/headlamp. Due to steep grades and low evening lighting, trekking poles are recommended. Meet at the Hacienda park entrance. Reservations required. (408) 918-7774 Saturday, October 6 Introduction to Photography, Santa Teresa’s Historic Bernal Ranch, 10:00am-1:00pm Join Docent Ron Horii for a FREE outdoor photography workshop. Learn how to choose and use a camera, how to take better outdoor pictures, photo composition, plus more! Workshop begins with an indoor slideshow, followed by demonstrations and a walk around the historic area to take pictures. Meet at the Bernal Ranch barn on Manila Drive at Camino Verde in San Jose. Reservations required. Register online or call (408) 355-2240. Tools of a Miner, New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum, 10:00am-4:00pm Come on out for a 1-day special exhibit with demonstrations about tools used by miners to do their dangerous underground work. Many collectors from California will be here to share their expertise on mining in the 1880’s. Educational and fun for all ages. (408) 918-7773 Saturday, October 13 Creature Feature Movie Night (Spiders), Santa Teresa’s Historic Bernal Ranch, 7:30pm-10:00pm Reserve your space for this annual crowd-pleaser and learn everything you need to know about arachnids, including our local California brown tarantula. View cages and cages of creepy crawlers and handle some if you dare. Hear spider poems and folklore followed by popcorn, lemonade and the classic big-bug movie “Tarantula.” Reservations required. (408) 226-5453 Sunday, October 14 Fall Nature Hike, Calero/Rancho San Vicente, 9:00am-1:30pm Join a Park Docent on a 5-mile moderately strenuous hike to enjoy panoramic views and discover how these rolling serpentine grasslands provide critical habitat for endangered species. Meet at Calero Reservoir, then carpool to a trail nearby. Bring sun protection, water, camera, sturdy hiking shoes and layered clothing. Note: This is a guided hike in a “closed area” not yet open for public access, group travels together, some steep sections. Restrooms not available except at reservoir. Register online or call (408) 355-2240. Day on the Bay: A Multicultural Festival, Alviso Marina, 10:00am-3:00pm Celebrate our multicultural community with many non-profit, government, and community-based organizations. Free food, arts and crafts, and live entertainment on two stages. Free activities from face painting to kayaking in the Alviso Slough. (408) 299-5030 Saturday, October 20 Introduction to Geocaching, Almaden Quicksilver, 8:45am-12:00pm Join a Docent on a beginner’s geocaching adventure to find 6-7 hidden caches in the park. GPS units provided. Meet at the Wood Rd. parking lot. Bring sun protection, water, snacks and sturdy hiking shoes. Reservations required. Register online or call (408) 355-2240 Amah Mutsun Heritage Day, Chitactac-Adams, 11:00am-3:00pm The Amah Mutsun invite members of the public and their families to meet descendants of the people who occupied these lands for thousands of years. Participate in activities for families with children, hear creation stories, and learn about the rich history of this native culture. (408) 918-7772 Saturday, October 27 History Tour by Van, Almaden Quicksilver, 9:00am-1:30pm Step back in time and experience what life was like back in the mining heyday. Ride by van to various historic sites and bring a brown-bag lunch to enjoy in the park. Children must be over 6 years and 60 lbs. Meet at the Casa Grande/New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum. Bring water, lunch and sun protection. Reservations required. Cost is $5 per person. (408) 918-7773 Sunday, October 28 Living History Day, Casa Grande/New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum, 11:00am-3:00pm Come visit Casa Grande, once the magnificent home of New Almaden Mine Managers. Costumed Docents & Staff will be on hand to guide you through Victorian period rooms and museum exhibits. Children will be able to participate in a Dia De Los Muertos craft activity to take home. (408) 918-7774 Thursday, November 1 Stroller Hike & Toddler Trek, Santa Teresa, 4:30pm-6:00pmA Strollerhikes.com Docent will lead you and your little ones on a 2.5-mile hike past historical sites along the trail. Meet at the Fortini Trailhead with comfortable walking shoes and sturdy strollers or carriers. (408) 355-2240 Sunday, November 4 Healthy Trails Hike, Almaden Quicksilver, 10:00am-1:30pm Join park staff on a challenging 5.2-mile hike on the Deep Gulch/English Camp/Mine Hill/Castillero Trails to see lots of wildlife and mine operation relics. Meet at the Hacienda park entrance parking lot with sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, snacks and water. (408) 355-2240 Saturday, November 17 Living History Day, Casa Grande/New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum, 11:00am-3:00pm Come visit Casa Grande, once the magnificent home of New Almaden Mine Managers. Costumed Docents & Staff will be on hand to guide you through Victorian period rooms and museum exhibits. Children will be able to participate in a turkey craft activity to take home. (408) 918-7774 Saturday, December 1 Yuletide Bazaar, New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum, 10:00am-4:00pm Come visit Casa Grande in New Almaden to check out the local crafts & holiday goodies on display. You will be sure to walk away with some great gifts for family and friends! Casa Grande will also be decorated and costumed docents & staff will further enhance the holiday spirits. (408) 323-1107 Sunday, December 2 Healthy Trails Hike, Santa Teresa, 10:00am-1:00pm Join park staff on this tough but fun 3.0-mile hike on multiple ridge trails in the park. Explore serpentine habitats and enjoy sweeping views of Almaden Valley and the Bay Area form Coyote Peak (1155ft). Meet at the Hidden Springs trailhead with sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, snacks and water. $6 vehicle entry fee. (408) 355-2240 Saturday, December 15 Migrating Newts Find A Way, Almaden Quicksilver, 9:00am-12:00pm From mid-November to March, thousands of California newts migrate to hereditary breeding ponds. Learn how these fascinating creatures triumph over distance and danger on an Easy 2.6-mile hike. Meet at the Wood Rd. park entrance (junction of Hicks and Umunhum Rds.). Wear sturdy hiking shoes, sunscreen, hat ,and carry water. (408) 918-7771 Saturday, January 19 Introduction to Geocaching, Almaden Quicksilver, 8:45am-12:00pm Join a Docent on a beginner’s geocaching adventure to find 6-7 hidden caches in the park. GPS units provided. Meet at the Wood Rd. parking lot. Bring sun protection, water, snacks and sturdy hiking shoes. Reservations required. Register online or call (408) 355-2240. Saturday, February 9 Living History Day, Casa Grande/New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum, 11:00am-3:00pm Come visit Casa Grande, once the magnificent home of New Almaden Mine Managers. Costumed Docents & Staff will be on hand to guide you through Victorian period rooms and museum exhibits. Children will be able to participate in a valentine craft activity to take home. (408) 918-7774 Saturday, February 23 Healthy Trails Hike, Montalvo, 10:00am-12:00pm Join a Park Interpreter for a 2.0-mile hike in the scenic redwoods of Villa Montalvo. We will hike to Lookout Point, where on a clear day you can see out to the San Francisco Bay. Please bring hiking shoes, water, snacks, and sun/rain protection. (408) 918-7774 Saturday, March 16 Living History Day, Casa Grande/New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum, 11:00am-3:00pm Come visit Casa Grande, once the magnificent home of New Almaden Mine Managers. Costumed Docents & Staff will be on hand to guide you through Victorian period rooms and museum exhibits. Children will be able to participate in a St. Patrick’s Day craft activity to take home. (408) 918-7774 Saturday, March 23 Nature Journaling Hike, Santa Teresa, 1:00pm-4:00pm Come enjoy the spring wildflowers while learning the basics of keeping a nature journal. Journaling is a great way to study and remember the things you see and experience during your outdoor adventures. This is a parent-child participation class geared for families with small children. Meet at the Fortini Trailhead. Bring snacks, sketch book or paper, clipboard and a few pencils. Reservations required. Register online or call (408) 355-2240. Sunday, March 31 History Through a Changed Landscape, Almaden Quicksilver, 10:00am-2:00pm Take a 4-mile moderately challenging hike and travel through time with a Park Interpreter. Learn about the mining history as well as more current events that have helped shape the landscape of this historic park. Meet at the Wood R. entrance off Hicks Rd. Please bring a bag lunch, water, sun/rain protection, and sturdy hiking shoes. Not recommended for children under 5. (408) 918-7774