David Mauk, a Natural Resource Technician at the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority, shares the history of the wild boar population in California and how it now negatively impacts the natural environment.

Will Rand, a Seattle-based composer who was inspired by his visit to Coyote Valley in the Spring of 2025, composed five chamber movements that represent the unique landscape. Listen to them now!

New placemaking and educational signs installed in Coyote Valley act as symbolic and physical reminders of the conservation work of the past and the work that still lies ahead.

Learn how the Open Space Authority leverages public funding to deliver results that build long-term resilience across the Santa Clara Valley.

Check out these tarantulovable fun facts and brace yourself for some spider pictures.

Learn how to be prepared for and keep yourself safe from a wildfire while enjoying nature.

The Open Space Authority is restoring three former cattle ponds that now serve as critical habitat for threatened and endangered species including California red-legged frogs, California newts and western pond turtles.

Learn five interesting facts about American badgers which can be found in many places along the western side of North America!