Past Events

Join the Open Space Authority for a 3-mile guided hike at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve! Throughout weekends in the spring, the public will only be able to access trails within the preserve's Habitat Protection Area by signing up for a guided hike. This helps to protect the sensitive and delicate plants that grow and butterflies that live within this area. At each of these hikes, visitors will learn about the native wildflower blooms and the rare Bay checkerspot butterfly population found within the preserve.

Join Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) for an unforgettable evening at the 2025 Wild & Scenic Film Festival, where inspiring environmental films, live music and a lively Community Fair come together for a night of fun and connection!

Join the Open Space Authority and the San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) for a star party at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve! Docent astronomers will set up their telescopes to help you get the most knowledge and enjoyment out of the dark starry night sky.

Join the Open Space Authority for a 5-mile guided hike at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve! Throughout weekends in the spring, the public will only be able to access trails within the preserve's Habitat Protection Area by signing up for a guided hike. This helps to protect the sensitive and delicate plants that grow and butterflies that live within this area. At each of these hikes, visitors will learn about the native wildflower blooms and the rare Bay checkerspot butterfly population found within the preserve.

Join the Open Space Authority for a 3-mile guided hike at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve! Throughout weekends in the spring, the public will only be able to access trails within the preserve's Habitat Protection Area by signing up for a guided hike. This helps to protect the sensitive and delicate plants that grow and butterflies that live within this area. At each of these hikes, visitors will learn about the native wildflower blooms and the rare Bay checkerspot butterfly population found within the preserve.

Celebrate Older Adults Month at this series of four mini-fairs throughout May at the City of Santa Clara Senior Center, featuring organizations who can be helpful to older adult life in all sorts of ways, from transportation, to home care, to keeping active on the hiking trails.

Join the Open Space Authority for an engaging evening hike to explore a Coyote Valley property not yet open to the public. The walk will be a gentle 0.5-mile climb up a lovely spiral trail, ending in a beautiful 360 view of Coyote Valley.

Bring your young children and their wheels (bikes, trikes and scooters) to explore a beautiful half-mile paved trail Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve as you enjoy nature with your family!