Once the sun sets, native species in Santa Clara Valley emerge from their burrows and shelters to hunt, explore and tend to their needs. Learn about the critters who are naturally more active in the evenings!

As the days grow longer and we're treated to more daylight before the summer solstice, explore the different ways you can get outside and connect with nature!

During a public meeting on May 28, the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority Board of Directors voted unanimously to oppose the proposed AES Jewelflower Battery Energy Storage System. If approved, the project would place hundreds of containerized lithium‑ion battery units across roughly 40 acres of prime farmland in North Coyote Valley.

Communities in Asia, Hawai'i and the Pacific Island honor the work of ranchers, farmers and farmworkers with harvest festivals and celebrations throughout the month of May. Learn more about these global celebrations in honor of those who grow important crops and sustain food systems.

On May 1, passionate volunteers, land stewards and elected officials gathered for a ceremonial groundbreaking of the Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve Expanded Public Access Project. Dive into the photos to relive this exciting moment in Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve’s history.

Community members celebrated Earth Day with the Open Space Authority and our partners at Santana Row. Learn more about this special event!

Whether you are an experienced cyclist, just getting started, looking for mountain biking, urban bike trails, or family-friendly biking areas - our Guide to Santa Clara Valley Biking will help you have the best experience on two wheels!

In celebration of the 2026 Earth Day theme, "Our Power, Our Planet," the Open Space Authority reflects on the local, community-powered conservation wins of the first three months of the year.