Coyote Valley Regional Connections Survey

Share your thoughts on the future of Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve and protected properties within the Coyote Valley Conservation Program Area!

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*MEDIA ADVISORY* Calling All Hikers, Bikers, Nature Lovers: Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority Wants to Hear From You

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Media Contacts: 

Beatrice Kilat, Landis Communications Inc. 415.745.9109 beatrice@landispr.com

Charlotte Graham, Open Space Authority Public Information Officer 408.439.6541 cgraham@openspaceauthority.org

                                 ***MEDIA ADVISORY***

Calling All Hikers, Bikers, Nature Lovers: Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority Wants to Hear From You!

Online survey to understand users' priorities for the Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve project is open until September 30.

WHAT: 
A survey recently released by the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority (The Authority) asking for public input on future trail connections and amenities, as well as regional access between the existing Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve and protected properties within the Coyote Valley Conservation Program Area.

 

WHEN:  
Survey is open until September 30, 2025. 

 

WHERE: 
The survey can be accessed at the following link. It is available in four languages: English, Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese.

 

WHY:                   
The Authority will use the survey data to develop a plan for potential trail connections between Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve and over 1,500 acres of recently protected valley floor lands to the north and east through the Coyote Valley Conservation Areas Master Plan (CVCAMP). 

 

ABOUT THE PRESERVE: 
Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve is located at the western edge of the Coyote Valley, which provides a greenbelt between San José and Morgan Hill. While only 20 miles from downtown San José, this preserve offers true rural and breathtaking nature experiences for all. Recreation amenities include a multi-use trail for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. The preserve features four miles of trails and is a favorite location for birdwatching. Coyote Valley is home to red-tailed hawks, golden eagles, yellow-billed magpies and many other species. The area’s many conservation values include resilience to climate change, a rich cultural history, valuable water resources, exceptional recreational opportunities, farm and ranchland and critical wildlife linkages that allow animals to cross between the Santa Cruz Mountains and the Diablo Range.

  

ADDITIONAL INFO:                         
The Coyote Valley Conservation Areas Master Plan (CVCAMP) is a comprehensive planning project that will create a roadmap for the future use and restoration of Coyote Valley’s recently protected valley-floor lands.                          

 

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About the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority  
The Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority conserves the natural environment, supports agriculture, and connects people to nature, by protecting open spaces, natural areas, and working farms and ranchesfor future generations. Since 1993, the Authority has protected almost 30,000 acres of open space, natural areas and working lands, watersheds, and wildlife habitat – providing ecologically friendly outdoor recreation and preserving the natural beauty and environmental health of the Santa Clara Valley. For more information, please visit openspaceauthority.org

 

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