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What's Happening in your County Parks!
January 2014
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 Saturday, February 1, 2014
10 am, rain or shine
Join Mike Wasserman, Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors President, for a walk around the perimeter trail at Martial Cottle Park.
The County's first agricultural park features centuries-old oak trees and will include a continuous multi-use trail system, visitor center, picnic areas, restrooms, large open grassy areas, office and maintenance facilities and interpretive areas. The perimeter trail will open February 1st and the rest of the park will open later this year.
This event is co-hosted by the Office of Supervisor Mike Wasserman, Santa Clara County Parks and the VEP Neighborhood Association. More information is available at [email protected], 408-355-2215 and parkhere.org.
Parking is available along Chynoweth. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
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Try our first QR Fit Trail
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Hit the Martin Murphy Trail at Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch County Park with your smartphone and get in shape while enjoying the great outdoors! Use the QR Fit Trail to help achieve your health and fitness goals! Download a free QR code scanner on your smartphone to access a fitness instructor at 6 stations along the trail. Each station links to targeted exercise options for Core Body, Upper Body, Lower Body, and Flexibility. Scan the code for the fitness exercise you want and an instructional video appears on your phone. Videos are updated every month and people of all fitness levels can take part - no equipment is needed other than a smartphone.
 The Martin Murphy Trail is a 2-mile paved, flat, loop trail. QR Fit stations are located approximately � mile apart at rest areas with benches. Parking is free. This trail is also part of the Santa Clara County Parks "Healthy Trails" program. For more information about Healthy Trails, how to register and how to receive rewards for participating, click here.
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More Winter Fun in the Parks
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 Winter Wildlife Watch
Saturday, 1/11/2014
Coyote Lake, 9am - 12pm
Take an invigorating hike though oak-studded hills and down to the tranquil waters of Coyote Lake in search of winter wildlife. Discover which animals are migratory, wintering and resident. Bring a backpack with water, snacks, binoculars, and sun/rain protection. Meet at the Mendoza parking lot on Roop. Rd. (408) 842-7800. |
 Forest Secrets
Saturday, 1/11/2014
Mt. Madonna, 9 am - 12 pm
Join a park docent for a 3-mile nature walk along the Miller Nature Trail and Tanoak Trail. Discover the plants and animals that thrive in the winter forest. Meet at the Miller Ruins near the park office. Dress for changeable weather with sturdy hiking shoes, a hat, and drinking water. (408) 918-7771. |
 Family Moonlight Hike
Saturday, 1/11/2014
Bear Ranch, 5:30 pm - 7 pm
Enjoy a beautiful outing under the moon and stars on the paved Martin Murphy Trail (2-mile loop). Watch for wildlife, identify overhead constellations, and discover some secrets of this historic and ecological area. Meet at the Bear Ranch entrance at the end of San Martin Ave. with layered clothing, comfy shoes, and a flashlight. Registration required online or by calling (408) 355-2240. |
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Thank you for your continued support of Santa Clara County Parks. For additional information please visit parkhere.org.
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