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Introduction to Geocaching in Almaden Quicksilver County Park – UPDATED 2022

August 24, 2012/in Recreation/by Therese Swan

[EVENT IS CLOSED. FIND MORE EVENTS AT ALMADEN QUICKSILVER PARK HERE.]

Join Docent Sam Drake on a beginner’s geocaching adventure in Almaden Quicksilver County Park. You will find 6-7 hidden caches in the park.

Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunting game where you use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called “geocaches” or “caches,” with other participants in the activity. GPS units provided.

A typical cache is a small waterproof container containing a logbook where the geocacher enters the date they found it and signs it.

Meet at the Wood Road Park Entrance with sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, water, and snacks. The event is Saturday, October 20, 2012 from 8:45am to 12:00pm. You can register online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Almaden Quicksilver County Park Habitat Restoration Volunteer Project

October 24, 2011/in Community/by Therese Swan

Throughout Santa Clara Valley non-native plant species are forcing out our native plants, in some cases drastically altering local ecosystems. Volunteers help us restore local habitat by removing these invasive species.

Healthy Tails Dog Hike

October 20, 2011/in Recreation/by Therese Swan

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 in Almaden Quicksilver County Park

September 11, 2011/1 Comment/in Recreation/by Therese Swan

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.

Guided History Hike Tour in Almaden Quicksilver County Park

September 11, 2011/in Recreation/by Therese Swan

Step back in time and experience what life was like back in the mining heyday. Ride by van up into the park, hike approximately 5 miles to various historic sites, and enjoy a brown-bag lunch in the park. Bring water, lunch, sturdy hiking shoes, and sun protection.

Meet at the Quicksilver Museum on Saturday, September 17, 2011, 9am-1:30pm. The tour costs $5. Reservations required. Call 408-323-1107.

Fall & Winter 2011 Outdoor Activities at Santa Clara County Parks in Almaden Valley

September 11, 2011/in Recreation/by Therese Swan

Following are the Fall & Winter 2011 Outdoor Activities at Santa Clara County Parks located here in beautiful Almaden Valley, including Almaden Quicksilver County Park and Calero County Park.

You can also visit the Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation website.

Healthy Tails Dog Hike in Almaden Quicksilver County Park – UPDATED 2022

August 29, 2011/in Recreation/by Therese Swan

logo: California K9 Solutions Get fit and in shape with your dog! A docent from California K9 Solutions will teach you how to get outside and get healthy with “man’s best friend.”

Troy’s California Trail Runs – 2011 Annual Almaden Hills Run

August 28, 2011/in Sports/by Therese Swan

logo: Troy's California Trail Runs Troy’s California Trail Runs is holding its 2011 Annual Almaden Hills Run in the beautiful hills of Almaden Quicksilver Park.

There are five runs to choose from. These runs feature 60% dirt roads, 40% single track, great views, awesome country, challenging hills, and lots of fun.

Evening Mountain Bike Ride in Almaden Quicksilver County Park – UPDATED 2022

August 28, 2011/in Recreation/by Therese Swan

logo: Almaden Quicksilver County Park Take a moderate 5.5-mile evening mountain bike ride with a Park Ranger in Almaden Quicksilver County Park.

Start from the Wood Road staging area and go to the rotary furnace, up Bull Run, down through English Camp, and back out to Wood Road.

2011 Pioneer Day in New Almaden Quicksilver County Park

July 25, 2011/in Entertainment, Family/by Therese Swan

New Almaden Quicksilver County Park - Pioneer Day Pioneer Day offers fun for the whole family. Learn how the Pioneers lived back in the quicksilver mining heyday of the mid nineteenth century.

Festivities include entertainment, history, activities, children’s games, food, and speeches. This year’s Pioneer Day will also celebrate the opening of the new Outdoor Museum at New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum.