The Almaden Quicksilver Park will be hosting an informational hike on December 15, 2012 from 9am to 12pm. Come and learn about one of the most interesting natural phenomena to occur in the area on an easy 2.6 mile hike through the park.
Guides will explain how thousands of California newts will migrate to their hereditary breeding ponds, facing distance and danger. This migration takes place annually from November to March.
Get yourself in shape and join the staff at Almaden Quicksilver Park for a challenging Healthy Trails Hike on Sunday, November 4, 2012 from 10am to 1:30pm.
This hike will be rigorous. It will cover 5.2 miles and wind through the Deep Gulch, English Camp, Mine Hill, and Castillero Trails.
Join Almaden Valley Athletic Club’s General Manager and professionally trained Wilderness Guide, Jeff Griffith-Jones, and AVAC’s Activities Director, Becky Smothermon, on a walk through the past in Quicksilver Park in beautiful New Almaden.
Do you like to hike? Are you curious about Nature? Become a Junior Ranger!
Join us to explore a Santa Clara County Park’s wildlife, habitats, Ohlone cultural history, and resource protection. The program is for children ages 9-11.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
