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Winter 2012 Almaden Community Center Activity Guide – UPDATED 2022

Winter 2012 Almaden Community Center Activity Guide[CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS TO MORE RECENT ALMADEN COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITY GUIDE.]

San Jose Parks Recreation & Neighborhood Services has released the Almaden Community Center Activity Guide for Winter 2012.

The Almaden Community Center Activity Guide includes all of the programs, classes, and activities planned for the Almaden Community Center in Winter 2012.

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Healthy Tails Dog Hike

Almaden Valley neighbors, leash up your dogs and join the Healthy “Tails” dog hike at Quicksilver Park on Saturday, November 5 from 9am to 11am. A guide from California K9 Solutions will be teaching participants how to enjoy outdoor activities as they and their dogs hike the 2.5 mile Wood Road Trail. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet long, and registration is required. Call (408) 355-2240 or register online at Santa Clara County Parks.

Healthy Trails Hike on Fortini, Mine, and Stile Ranch Trails

Join a Park Docent on a moderately challenging 2.5-mile hike on the Fortini, Mine, and Stile Ranch Trails (loop).

See beautiful views of the Santa Teresa hills, Calero Reservoir and the Almaden Valley. Bring sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, and water.

Meet at the Stile Ranch entrance. The hike is Saturday, September 24, 2011, 9am-11am. For more information, call (408) 355-2240.

3-Mile Fall Nature Hike in Calero’s Rancho San Vicente

Join a Park Docent on a 3-mile hike to enjoy the changing landscape of Fall at Rancho San Vicente.

Enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding foothills and discover how these rolling serpentine grasslands provide critical habitat for endangered species.

Meet at Calero Reservoir, then carpool to a trail nearby. Bring water, snacks and camera. Wear sun protection and sturdy hiking shoes. No dogs.

This is a guided hike in a “closed area” not yet open for public access, group travels together. Restrooms not available. except at reservoir meeting location.

The hike is Saturday, October 15, 2011, 9am-12pm. Reservations required. Register online or call (408) 355-224.

Healthy Trails Hike at Calero Park

Join a Park Docent on 3.0-mile easy hike along the Figueroa, Vallecito, Pena, and Los Cerritos Trails. Stop by the Los Cerritos Pond and view the majestic winter woodland landscape. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and sun protection.

Meet at the parking lot near the Calero Ranger Office. The hike is Saturday, January 21, 2012, 9am-11:30am. For more information, call (408) 355-2240.

Healthy Trails Hike in Almaden Quicksilver County Park

Join a Park Docent on a moderately challenging 4.5-mile hike along the Wood Road, Castillero, and Mine Hill Trails.

View remnants of the expansive mercury mining operation as you explore nature and history. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and sunscreen. Bring water, snacks and a camera.

Meet at the Wood Road parking lot on Hicks Road. The hike is Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9am-1pm. For more information, call (408) 355-2240.

Healthy Trails Hike Along the Fortini Trail

A Park Docent will lead you on a moderate 2.5-mile hike along the Fortini Trail to see beautiful views of the Santa Teresa hills, Calero Lake, and Almaden Valley. Bring sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, water and snacks.

Meet at the Fortini Trailhead parking lot on Saturday, March 24, 2012, 9am-11am. For more information, call (408) 355-2240.

Wildflower Hike in Calero’s Rancho San Vicente – UPDATED 2022

Join a Park Docent on a 3-mile hike to enjoy the spring wildflowers and learn how the rolling serpentine grasslands provide critical habitat for endangered species. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding foothills along the way.

Bring sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, snacks, and water. No dogs. This is a guided hike in a “closed area” not yet open for public access; group travels together.

Restrooms not available, except at reservoir meeting location. Reservations required. Register online or call (408) 355-2240.

Meet at Calero Reservoir in Calero’s Rancho San Vicente, then caravan to a gated site nearby. The hike is Saturday, March 31, 2012, 9am-1:30pm. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Fall Nature Hike in Calero’s Rancho San Vicente

Join a Park Docent on a 3-mile hike to enjoy the changing landscape of fall at Rancho San Vicente. Enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding foothills and discover how these rolling serpentine grasslands provide critical habitat for endangered species.

Bring water, snacks and camera. Wear sun protection and sturdy hiking shoes. No dogs. This is a guided hike in a “closed area” not yet open for public access, group travels together.

Restrooms are not available, except at reservoir meeting location. Reservations required. Register online or call (408) 355-224.

Meet at Calero Reservoir in Calero’s Rancho San Vicente, then carpool to a trail nearby. The hike is Saturday, October 15, 2011 from 9am-12pm.

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