Adventures can be completed in any order unless they are tied to a program date. Teams can choose which adventures they want to do or don't want to do. Most adventures can be done only once. Adventures that can be done more than once are so noted. Some adventures are worth more points.
Remember to take a photo or video that includes a team member and your team flag as proof that your team completed an adventure!
Read how to provide Proof, here.
Scroll down the page to see complete list of adventures, or select adventures based on location and topic by using the tabs below:
Legend:
█ - Adventure which can be repeated a certain number of times
█ - Adventure which can be repeated unlimited times
| Adv. #1 10 points
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Spread the Word! New Team BONUS! Recruit a new Team to play Parks for Life Challenge! Submit the link of the new Team's first adventure and receive credit. {1 Bonus per new team. Please see the rules page for more details on this adventure.} Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Bonus , Game , Park , People |
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| Adv. #2 5 points
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Let's get fit with nature! Take your workout to the Parks! Show us how you use nature to get your fitness on. How can you use a bench or tree to workout? One workout per day. Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Bike , Climb , Explore , Extreme , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Mountains , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Scenic , Skills , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #3 5 points
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Hey! Is that another team!? When you see another team out in the parks, capture them by snapping a photo with them and your flags! You may only capture each team one time. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Humor , Park , People , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #4 5 points
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Hysterical Landmarks Many of our parks have historical landmarks. Capture your team acting super silly and goofy at one of the landmarks. No repeat landmarks. Casa Grande and Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch are great places to start! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , History , Humor , Kids , Park , Places , Play , Scenic |
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| Adv. #5 5 points
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Take a hike, will ya!? Get out on the trails and take a hike! A hike of any length will do! Just get off the sidewalks and into wilderness! Different park locations are strongly encouraged. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , Park , Places , Play , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #6 5 points
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Hey, they work here! Please get his/her permission before you take a picture with a Staff member! You can do this many times, as long as it's park staff from different Santa Clara County Parks. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Kids , Park , People , Play |
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| Adv. #7 5 points
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Put the pedal to the trail! Ride your bikes off the sidewalks and onto the trails! Snap a photo of your team cruising down the County Parks trails, and don't forget your helmet! Different park locations are strongly encouraged. Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Bike , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Nature , People , Places , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #8 5 points
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Doggies like Parks, too! Take your dog out for a walk! Snap a photo of your team walking your leashed dogs in one of the County Parks. Snapping a photo next to a strangers dog will not count. Please keep dogs leashed and follow park rules. (If you do not own a dog, you can foster one for the day through Santa Clara County Animal Shelter’s Foster Field Trips and Shelter Dog Sleepovers program. For more information refer to Adventure #279) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Dogs , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Nature , Park , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #9 10 points
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COBR - 1. Play in a Safe Place Capture (photograph) a child playing outdoors in any Santa Clara County Park. Don't have a child? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Fitness , Kids , Park , Play |
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| Adv. #10 10 points
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COBR - 2. Explore Nature's Elements Capture a child discovering an element of nature in a Santa Clara County Park. Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Kids , Nature , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #11 10 points
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COBR - 3. Learn to Swim Santa Clara County Parks does not have a lake, reservoir or swimming pool in which to teach children how to swim. However, it's still a good thing to do. To qualify for these points you may submit a picture of a child swimming in any backyard swimming pool or authorized swimming facility. Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Boat , Fitness , Kids , Learn , Skills , Water |
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| Adv. #12 10 points
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COBR - 4. Go Fishing Capture a child fishing in any Santa Clara County Park. Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Fish , Kids , Nature , Water |
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| Adv. #13 10 points
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COBR - 5. Take to the trail! Capture a child hiking or biking on a trail in any Santa Clara County Park. Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Bike , Kids , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #14 10 points
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COBR - 6. Let's camp under the stars! Take a child camping at a Santa Clara County Park. Mt. Madonna, Sanborn, Joseph D. Grant, Coyote Lake Harvey Bear and Uvas Canyon County Parks all have camping available! Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! This adventure is subject to reservation confirmation. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Camp , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , Relax , Scenic , Sky |
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| Adv. #15 10 points
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COBR - 7. Use those wheels! Capture a child riding a bike, roller skating, or roller blading on a designated path or trail in any Santa Clara County Park. Coyote Creek trail or Los Gatos Creek Trail are both great paved trails to do this!! Be safe and wear a helmet! Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Bike , Kids , Wheels |
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| Adv. #16 10 points
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COBR - 8. Go Boating Take a child boating in any Santa Clara County Park that has a lake or reservoir. (kayaking, sailing, rowing, paddle boarding, motorboating). Check the Park's boating web page for current conditions and information. To count for points, the child must be photographed while using the watercraft. Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Boat , Kids , Water |
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| Adv. #17 10 points
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COBR - 9. Learn from your past! Capture a child at an historic site/landmark in a Santa Clara County Park. You may also take your child to one of our Living History Days (see our program schedule). Hint: Casa Grande, Bernal Ranch, Chitactac-Adams or Joseph D. Grant are outstanding places to experience this adventure. Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Culture , History , Kids , Park , Places |
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| Adv. #18 10 points
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COBR - 10. Plant a Seed Capture a child tending a garden. Again, you won't find community gardens in the Santa Clara County Parks, but many are in cities throughout Santa Clara County, or your own backyard. Dig in for healthy, nutritious fun. Don't have children? Invite your friends and relatives who have them! They would have a blast! (Note: Look for a community garden at Martial Cottle Park in the next couple years!) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Kids , Nature , Nutrition , Park , Skills |
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| Adv. #19 20 points
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COBR BONUS Complete All 10 California Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights (COBR) Activities in a Santa Clara County park. Submit one of the pictures from the COBR Adventures after completing all 10 to receive this bonus! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Bonus , Camp , Explore , Fish , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , History , Kids , Learn , Nature , Night , Nutrition , Park , People , Places , Play , Relax , Scenic , Skills , Walk/Hike , Water , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #20 5 points
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Don't just walk, frolic! Have a great time and frolic in any Santa Clara County Park. Great creative and skip, run, twirl, and jump! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Park , People , Places , Play |
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| Adv. #21 10 points
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Be Ansel Capture yourselves taking a scenic photograph. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Kids , Nature , Scenic |
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| Adv. #22 20 points
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Yurt!? What's a Yurt!? A Yurt is a semi-permanent tent with origins tracing back to Central Asia. And, they're round. Find one at Mt. Madonna! For this adventure to count, your team must be photographed camping inside of the yurt. This adventure is subject to reservation confirmation. Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: ADA , All Topics , Camp , Game , Kids , Nature , Park , Relax , Scenic |
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| Adv. #23 5 points
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Take a Dam Picture Take a picture of Vasona dam. Region: Vasona Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Places , Scenic , Tour |
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| Adv. #24 5 points
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Oh tree, you're the best! It gives you oxygen, how cool is that!? Say thanks by giving one a nice big hug! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Kids , Nature |
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| Adv. #25 10 points
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Orient Yourself Go orienteering, using a map and compass. Go to Vasona Park, and look at the information board next to the playground for an orienteering challenge! Region: Vasona Topic: ADA , All Topics , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #26 5 points
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Don't blink, or you'll miss the lizards! They're quick little guys. A teammate with flag and the lizard need to be in the shot. Treat him kindly! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Kids , Nature , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #27 5 points
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Birds are beautiful! Take a photo with your Team and a bird at any County Park. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Birds , Kids , Nature , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #28 5 points
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Yodel at a Yurt Dr. Seuss would encourage you. Be sure it is at a Mt. Madonna Yurt! Please be aware there may be campers inside, so please ask first. Be creative and do a video! Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: ADA , All Topics , Camp , Kids |
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| Adv. #29 5 points
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You've got the skills! Demonstrate an outdoor first aid skill. You can demonstrate the skill on a team mate! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Safety , Skills |
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| Adv. #30 5 points
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Visit Anderson Visitor Center A great way to begin any County Parks experience. Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Culture , History , Kids , Learn , Nature , Places , Tour |
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| Adv. #31 5 points
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Fly a Disc Play a game of frisbee on a park lawn or play a round of disc golf at Hellyer County Park's Disc Golf Course Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Learn , Park , People , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #32 5 points
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Tag, you're it! You're never too old for this game. Find some friends and see who gets tagged "it" the most! This is such a fun way to take ten years off your life! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Kids , Park , People , Play |
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| Adv. #33 5 points
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Music and nature, what a wonderful pairing! Bring an instrument to the park and serenade your team! The fellow park goers will appreciate it too! Snap a photo of at least one team member playing an instrument, and don't forget that team flag! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Culture , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Relax , Romance , Skills |
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| Adv. #34 25 points
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Volunteer with Santa Clara County Parks Take a look here to find more information on volunteering opportunities. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Service , Volunteer |
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| Adv. #35 10 points
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Visit the New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum This is a great way to learn about Santa Clara County history and our connection to the California Gold Rush!! Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: ADA , All Topics , Casa Grande , Culture , Explore , History , Kids , Learn , Places , Tour |
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| Adv. #36 10 points
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Check out Chitactac!! Visit Chitactac-Adams County Park and learn about the history of Native Americans in Santa Clara County. Region: Chitactac-Adams Topic: ADA , All Topics , Culture , History , Kids , Park , People |
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| Adv. #37 50 points
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Hike the Magnificent Seven! Complete the #PixInParks 2018 Challenge by hiking all seven magnificent trails and receive an awesome shirt (pssst...if you already completed this challenge before you started the Parks for Life Challenge, yes, you do have to do it again, with your shirt, to earn your fifty points!) Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , August , Bike , Bonus , Explore , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , July , June , Kids , Mountains , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #38 5 points
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Go Fly a Kite at a Park "Let's go fly a kite, up to the highest heights... Up through the atmosphere, up where the air is clear! Oh let's go fly a kite!" Vasona, Ed Levin and Hellyer County Parks have great areas to fly kites! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Kids , Nature , Park , Play , Relax , Sky |
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| Adv. #39 10 points
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Deer caught in the lights Snap a photo of a deer! Must be live, not stuffed or a depiction of one. Any member of the deer family counts... Hint: Many deer come down to the lawn area at Sanborn County park before sunset, but almost all Santa Clara County Parks have deer living in them! (Don't forget to get the team flags in this photo!) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Explore , Learn , Nature , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #40 10 points
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Look up in the sky! Capture your Team with a hang glider flying through the air. You don't have to be on the hang glider, but your flag needs to be in the shot (hold it up to the sky!). Ed R. Levin County Park is the place to find them. Region: Ed R. Levin Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Nature , Park , Play , Scenic , Sky |
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| Adv. #41 5 points
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Let's take a walk! Any walk at a County Park will do. Just strut your stuff and stretch those legs! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Fitness , Game , Kids , Nature , Park , Play , Relax , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #42 5 points
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Whip out those mountain bikes! Mountain bike on a trail at a County Park. Go to the park website's Park Finder and select the filter for biking trails Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Bike , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Kids , Mountains , Places , Skills , Wheels |
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| Adv. #43 10 points
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Capture a Banana Slug Luckily they don't move very quickly. Position your Team and flag in the photo without picking up the slug. Your best bet to find one would be at Sanborn, Uvas Canyon or Mt. Madonna. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Library , Mountains , Nature , Park , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #44 20 points
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Hey kids, lets play! Bring a kid to any one of the kid-focused Play Here programs and take a photo with park staff. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Kids , Learn , Nature , People , Play , PlayHere |
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| Adv. #45 5 points
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Squirrel! Snap a photo of a squirrel. It's got to be free ranging, so shoot quick! And make sure it is in a Santa Clara County Park!! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Nature , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #46 10 points
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Go Camping at Sanborn There are GREAT walk-in campgrounds here and so close to home! Take a photo of you and your Team overnight camping. This adventure is subject to reservation confirmation. Region: Sanborn Topic: ADA , All Topics , Camp , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , Scenic , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #47 20 points
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Support Your Local Shelter Receive 20 points if your Team stops by the Santa Clara County Animal Shelter with a toy for a Cat or Dog in need. Snap a photo with your team, flag, and your gift for an animal in need at the shelter. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Health & Wellness , Mountains , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #48 5 points
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Grass is like a nature-made mattress! Lay on a lawn at a county park. How easy is that!? Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Kids , Nature , Park , Relax |
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| Adv. #49 5 points
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Coast live oak or valley oak leaves? Do you know the difference? Look at page 8 of the Jr. Ranger Discovery Guide to know the difference and take a picture of you and your Team in front of a California live oak tree. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Fish , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Play , Scenic |
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| Adv. #50 5 points
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Take a dam Hike! Hike to the top of Anderson Lake dam by taking the Serpentine Trail from the base. It's a steep one but you will be at the top before you know it. Pace yourself! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Explore , Places , Play , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #51 10 points
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You're a great shot! Shoot an arrow at an archery range using a traditional, recurve or compound bow. Must be at archery ranges at Santa Teresa, Stevens Creek, or Mount Madonna County Park. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , Learn , Nature , Places , Play , Safety , Skills |
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| Adv. #52 5 points
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Cross a stream Snap a photo of your team and flag crossing a stream! But please use caution and don't cross streams that look unsafe to do so! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Explore , Nature , Park , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Water |
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| Adv. #53 5 points
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Take a Dam Picture Take a picture of the Lexington Dam Region: Lexington Reservoir Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Scenic , Water |
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| Adv. #54 10 points
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REI Outdoor School Participate in any REI Outdoor School program. They've got classes in outdoor fitness, paddling, cycling, climbing, hiking, photography, navigation, wilderness and snowsport. Watch for announcements on our Facebook page. No duplication classes will be accepted and you must capture your team at the class with your flag. Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Learn , REI , Skills |
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| Adv. #55 5 points
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Catch a Fish! Capture your team attempting to catch a fish at any county reservoir. *Ages 16 and older must have a fishing license. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Fish , Kids , Nature , Park , Water , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #56 5 points
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Story time with a Ranger Coyote Creek Parkway/Anderson Lake; Saturday, June 9, July 14 & August 11. 10am-11:30pm. (Choose 1 day). Explore nature through short stories, adventures, and activities with a Park Ranger. Meet at the Visitor Center at the end of Malaguerra Ave. Questions? (408) 918-7980 Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , July , June , Kids , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #57 5 points
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The Redwoods are Waiting Get a picture of your Team and a Redwood tree located inside a Santa Clara County Park. Sanborn, Mt. Madonna, Vasona, and Upper Stevens Creek County Parks all have Redwood trees in the park. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Nature , Park |
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| Adv. #58 10 points
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Providencia Pond Take a hike on the Enriquita Trail at Almaden Quicksilver County Park and visit the Providencia Pond! Snap a photo of your team and flag with the pond in the background. Use the park map to navigate yourself to the pond. Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Explore , Park , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #59 5 points
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McCreery Lake Hike Hike through Joseph D. Grant County Park and enjoy McCreery Lake! Snap a picture with your Team and flag with McCreery Lake in the background. Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , Explore , Mountains , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #60 5 points
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Have an adventure on the Coyote Creek Trail Take a walk, run, or ride on the Coyote Creek Trail with your Team! This trail connects Hellyer County Park in South San Jose with Anderson Lake County Park in Morgan Hill. The trail is 15 Miles in length and paved. Take a picture with your Team and flag at any location along the trail. Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Bike , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Kids , Park , Places , Play , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #61 5 points
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Visit the Washburn Barn on a Hike! Take a hike on the Washburn Trail at Joseph D. Grant County Park and stop at the Washburn Barn to take a picture with your flag and Team! Caution: There are posted "No Parking" signs near the barn. Park at your own risk. The trailhead and trail for this site is a mile up the road. Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , Park , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #62 5 points
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The Senador Mine Hike in Almaden Quicksilver County Park on the Senador Mine Trail to visit the Senador Mine! Make sure to get a picture of your Team and flag with the Senador Mine. Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Explore , History , Park , Places , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #63 10 points
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English Camp Explore a small part of New Almaden history at Almaden Quicksilver County Park by taking a hike on the Castillero Trail to visit English Camp. Take a picture with your Team and flag before or after learning something on the information board! Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Explore , History , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #64 5 points
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Indian Rock Take an easy hike along Skyline Trail at Sanborn County Park and see Indian Rock. Take a picture at Indian Rock with your Team and flag! Region: Sanborn Topic: All Topics , Explore , Park , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #65 5 points
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And they're off! Take a video of your team racing each other! It can be just a short sprint down a paved path, but make sure we can see your team flag! Hold it up high or pin it to your shirt! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Park , Play , Run , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #66 15 points
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The Pala Seca Cabin Take a hike to the Pala Seca Cabin site at Joseph D. Grant Park. This is a 5 Mile hike each way (10 miles total) so take water and snacks! Don't forget to take a picture when you arrive at the Cabin site! You will use the Canada de Pala Trail to get to the Cabin. (Unfortunately this cabin was burned down recently due to arson. Fundraising efforts are underway to rebuild!) Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , Explore , Nature , Park , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #67 10 points
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Rotary Furnace Hike the Woods Road Trail and visit the Rotary Furnace at Almaden Quicksilver County Park! Take a picture of the Furnace with your Team and flag. Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Explore , History , Learn , Park , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #68 5 points
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Go see the Giant Twins! Visit Mt. Madonna County Park and see the Giant Twins Redwood Trees. Snap a picture of the trees with your Team and flag! Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: All Topics , Nature , Park , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #69 10 points
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Enjoy a Scenic Overview at Joseph D. Grant Hike on the Dutch Flat Trail and visit the Scenic View stop. Use the park map to visit the location and take a picture with your Team and flag with the view in the background! Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , Explore , Nature , Park , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #70 10 points
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Fish Camp Visit Calero County Park and take a hike on the Serpentine Loop Trail to visit Fish Camp. Take a picture with the pond, Team, and flag to get points! Region: Calero Topic: All Topics , Dogs , Equine , Nature , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Water |
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| Adv. #71 5 points
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Los Gatos Creek Trail Take a walk, run, or ride on the Los Gatos Creek Trail. This is a paved multi-use trail that goes from Lexington Reservoir all the way to Campbell. Take a picture along the trail with your Team and flag to receive points! Region: Lexington Reservoir Topic: ADA , All Topics , Bike , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Kids , Nature , Park , Play , Run , Walk/Hike , Wheels |
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| Adv. #72 10 points
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April Tunnel Visit the April Tunnel at Almaden Quicksilver County Park while hiking on the April Trail. Make sure to get a picture with your Team, flag, and the tunnel during your hike! It's kind of hard to locate, so if you take a photo with the trestle or the interpretive panel nearby, this will work, too! Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Dogs , History , Nature , Park , Places , Run , Scenic |
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| Adv. #73 5 points
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Catherine Tunnel Visit the Catherine Tunnel at Almaden Quicksilver County Park off the Mine Hill Trail. Take a picture with your Team and flag at the Catherine Tunnel to receive points! Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , History , Learn , Nature , Run , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #74 5 points
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Visit the two Tunnels for a bonus!! Visit both Catherine Tunnel and April Tunnel at Almaden Quicksilver County Park and get a bonus! Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Bonus , History , Park , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #75 15 points
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Antler Point Trail Hike on the Antler Point Trail at Joseph D. Grant County Park. This Trail will take some time to hike so plan accordingly and take water! Use the park map to find the best route and enjoy the hike! Take a picture with your Team and flag on the trail to receive points! Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , Explore , Park , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #76 5 points
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That's a big branch! Find a branch that is as tall as you or even taller! Snap a photo of your team and flag with the branch to receive points. But please do not break branches off trees. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Healthy Trails , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #77 5 points
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Lookout Point Enjoy Villa Montalvo's trails by hiking up Lookout Trail to the scenic overview of the Santa Clara Valley. Take a picture of your Team and flag with the view in the background! Region: Villa Montalvo Topic: All Topics , Health & Wellness , Nature , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #78 15 points
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Eagle Lake Visit Eagle Lake in the vast Joseph D. Grant County Park on the Hotel Trail. Be sure to use the Park map to navigate to the lake and enjoy the hike with your Team. Submit a picture of the lake, Team, and your flag for points! Make sure to bring water and possibly a snack during your hike! Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , Nature , Park , Places , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #79 10 points
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Find a Bird's Nest! Find a bird's nest in any County park and hold your flag up so it is in your picture. Please do not disturb the nests, those are the bird's homes! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Birds , Explore , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #80 10 points
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Circle Corral Use the Lower Hotel Trail to visit the Circle Corral at Joseph D. Grant County Park. Use the Trail map to navigate and bring water for your hike! Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , Park , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #81 10 points
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Powder house Visit the historic powder house at Almaden Quicksilver County Park. Hike on the Mine Hill Trail to get to this historical spot and take a picture there with your Team and flag! Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , History , Park , Places , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #82 15 points
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Pig Lake Take a hike on the Hotel Trail to Pig Lake at Joseph D. Grant County Park. Use the trail map to navigate to the lake and bring water for the hike! Take a picture with your Team, flag, and the lake to get points! (Note: There is a closed gate shortly before the lake. You may open the gate and enter, but PLEASE close the gate behind you.) Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , Nature , Park , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #83 15 points
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Cherry Cove to the Calero Dam Use the Cottle Trail and take a picture of Calero Dam in the background with your Team and flag on this adventure for points! Bring water and enjoy the view of the Calero Lake from another perspective! Region: Calero Topic: All Topics , Nature , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #84 10 points
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San Cristobal Mine If you are visiting Almaden Quicksilver County Park, hike the Mine Hill Trail and stop by the San Cristobal Mine. Take a picture of the mine with your Team and flag to receive points! Take water and a small snack on your hike, and use the park trail map to navigate your way to this location! Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Explore , History , Learn , Nature , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #85 10 points
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An Equestian Adventure Enjoy Santa Clara County Parks' equestrian friendly trails!! Use the activity search tools on the park finder web page to find parks with equestrian trails. Don't have a horse? HORSE RENTALS available through neighboring private concessionaires at Mt. Madonna and Ed Levin Parks. Links provided on those park web pages. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Equine , Explore , Kids , Nature , Park , Play , Relax , Scenic , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #86 5 points
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Dog Park Social Take your four-legged friend (or invite a friend with a dog!) to any one of our Off-Leash Dog Parks. You are more than welcome to visit the park without a dog, but in order to receive points you must take a photo of your team, flag, and a doggy you brought to the park. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Dogs , Park , Places , Play , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #87 10 points
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Coyote Peak Hike in Santa Teresa County Park up to Coyote Peak on the Coyote Peak Trail! Take a picture with your Team and flag at the peak for points. Be sure to bring water on your hike, or ride!! Region: Santa Teresa Topic: All Topics , Bike , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #88 5 points
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I Spy... Take a photo of your Team using binoculars to take in a scenic view! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Mountains , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #89 5 points
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Tracks! Spot a wildlife footprint on a trail in one of our County Parks. Take care in locating one. Doggy paws don't qualify! Check out pages 18-19 in our Jr. Ranger Discovery Guide for visuals of animal tracks. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Nature , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #90 5 points
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Hug your dog on a log! Show your pooch some love! You don't need to find a big log, even a large branch will do! And maybe Fido can play with it after! But please don't disturb trees; please find a branch that has already fallen. Please keep your dog leashed with the exception of our off-leash dog facilities. (Note: if you don't have a dog of your own, foster one for the day through Santa Clara County Animal Shelter's Foster Field Trips and Shelter Dog Sleepovers program! Refer to Adventure 279. Or, invite a friend with a dog that likes adventures and human bonding for a nice walk in the park! Please do not ask to hug a strangers dog.) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Dogs , Explore , Game , Health & Wellness , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #91 10 points
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Go Camping at Mt. Madonna Just minutes away from Gilroy! While you are camping there, gain more points by finding more adventures in the Parks for Life Challenge. This adventure is subject to reservation confirmation. Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: ADA , All Topics , Camp , Kids , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Scenic , Sky , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #92 5 points
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The Mountains are Calling! Calling you to get outside and get healthy! Take the Joice/Norred Trail at Santa Teresa. It's an easy 1.8 mile (out & back) trail. Once you reach the top you will see outstanding views of south San Jose all the way north to San Francisco. Region: Santa Teresa Topic: All Topics , Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch Ranch , Bike , Dogs , Health & Wellness , Healthy Trails , Kids , Mountains , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #93 5 points
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Picture a Petroglyph Petroglyphs are rock carvings left by Native Americans. These can be found by visting Chitactac-Adams Park and going on a self-guided interpretive walk. Take a photo of your Team next to one of them. Region: Chitactac-Adams Topic: ADA , All Topics , Kids , Learn , People |
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| Adv. #94 5 points
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Thank the Rain Gods in a dance! Thank goodness, we got some great rain this year! The lakes are filled, the grass is green, and the animals are nourished! Take a picture or video of you doing a thankful rain dance in any one of our County Parks! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Humor , Kids , Play |
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| Adv. #95 5 points
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The QR Fitness Challenge The new QR F.I.T. Trail system is on the Martin Murphy Trail at Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Park. Download this free app and get your fitness on while walking on this 2-mile loop trail. Take a photo of your Team exercising on this trail. Region: Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Topic: ADA , All Topics , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #96 15 points
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Play a Round We have golf courses at Ed Levin and Santa Teresa County Parks. Take a photo of your Team trying a round of golf at one or both of our golf courses. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #97 5 points
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Practice your swing! Visit the Santa Teresa Golf Course driving range and practice your golf swing. Take a picture or video of your Team and flag practicing their swing at the range to earn points!! Region: Santa Teresa Topic: ADA , All Topics , Learn , Skills |
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| Adv. #98 10 points
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Knibbs Knob Take the Knibbs Knob Trail to Knibbs Knob at Uvas Canyon County Park!! Please take your time, this is a steep trail. Bring water on your hike, and use a park map to reach the destination! (PLEASE NOTE: Reservations are required for weekend day use and holidays due to heavy traffic. Reservation made at http://gooutsideandplay.org/reservations/product.asp) Region: Uvas Canyon Topic: All Topics , Explore , Nature , Park , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #99 5 points
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Hey! Where did you go!? Take a video of your team playing hide and go seek! Decide beforehand what the parameters are, and make sure we can see that team flag! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Kids , Nature , Park , Play |
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| Adv. #100 5 points
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Have a Heart Find something in nature that resembles a heart! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Explore , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #101 10 points
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Why Do you Love SCC Parks? Take a video your Team with your Team flag on why you love Santa Clara County Parks! The video Challenge must contain 3 points: (1)Why you love Santa Clara County Parks, (2)Which park is your favorite and (3)What is your favorite thing to do there. Video must be recorded at your favorite County Park. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Park , Places |
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| Adv. #102 10 points
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Why do you love the Parks for Life Challenge? Record a video of your team telling us why you love playing the Parks for Life Challenge! Make sure you are holding your flag! Video must be recorded in one of our County parks. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Kids , Nature , Park |
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| Adv. #103 5 points
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Fall in Love Visit the Love Temple at Villa Montalvo and take a photo of your Team and Team flag with one of the figures on the sculpture. See if you can match his expression! Region: Villa Montalvo Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo |
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| Adv. #104 5 points
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It's in the Air You can smell it, but can you find it? Take a photo with a California Bay Laurel Tree. Sniff a leaf to make sure you have the right tree! See the Jr. Ranger Discovery Guide on page 8 to see what these leaves look like. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Nature |
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| Adv. #105 5 points
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Picnic in a Park Lay a blanket down in any one of our Santa Clara County Parks and have a healthy picnic with your friends/family. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Health & Wellness , Relax |
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| Adv. #106 5 points
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What does that cloud look like? Use your imagination! Find a cloud that looks like a bird, or heart, or whatever else! Snap a photo of the cloud and tell us what you see. (This adventure only requires the Team flag in the photo) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Nature , Scenic , Sky |
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| Adv. #107 5 points
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Sunny Day Haiku Write a Haiku about the outdoors. Hold it up to the camera with your flag. Better yet, say it in a video! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Game , Kids , Learn , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #108 10 points
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Hide and Seek Go geocaching. It's a fun way to explore the outdoors. Find out how by visiting REI Expert Advice. Show us the goodies you find with your flag for points! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Extreme , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Learn , Places , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #109 5 points
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Camp In Your Own Backyard Just head out the backdoor, pitch a tent or roll out your bag on the lawn and spend the night outdoors. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Camp |
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| Adv. #110 5 points
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Day Hiking Tool Kit So what do YOU bring a on a day hike? Check out REI's list of day hiking essentials and then show us a photo of your packed backpack ready to go on one of our many adventures in Santa Clara County Parks. Don't forget, have your Team and flag in your photo! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , Nature , Park , Places , Play , REI , Safety , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #111 5 points
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Picture all the Wildlife! Take the best photo of wildlife in our parks. Be creative! No need to include a Team member or flag. (ATTN: Do not disturb any wildlife. This includes, but not limited to, feeding wildlife, handling, or any touching of an animal. Any animals on nests or dens, shall be avoided. Abide by all signs and rules in SCC Parks. If the Game Coordinator deems wildlife has been disturbed, the picture and your Team will be disqualified from the PFLC.) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Explore , Fish , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Play , Scenic , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #112 5 points
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Strike a Pose! Close your eyes, relax, feel the nature and find your Zen while doing a yoga pose in any one of our County Parks. One pose per day. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Nature , Relax , Skills |
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| Adv. #113 5 points
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Soaring Paper Planes Make a paper plane, hike to the highest point of the park and take a video of your Team soaring it through the air! Make sure you send it in the direction of an open field so that you can safely retrieve it afterwards. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Kids , Learn , Park , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #114 5 points
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Can you say "Ribbit"!? Show us a video of your best frog impression! Crouch down with your hands to the ground and leap! Don't forget that team flag! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Kids , Park , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #115 5 points
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Two to Tango Capture two Team members (someone else can take the photo or video on two-person Teams) dancing the tango, outdoor at any County Park. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Culture , People |
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| Adv. #116 5 points
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Three-legged Race Compete in a three-legged or a sack race in any County Park. Vasona, Los Gatos Creek, Ed Levin, Hellyer or Penentencia Creek park all have great lawns for these games. Your team needs to have their flag when they compete! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , Park , People , Play |
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| Adv. #117 5 points
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Where did you go?! Capture anyone wearing camouflage in our County Parks! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Park , People , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #118 5 points
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This is way more fun than video games! Show us what kinds of games you play at the park! Bring along a jump rope, wiffle ball, Velcro ball and catching disk, badminton set, disk toss, bocce ball, or whatever else you can think of! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #119 5 points
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Show us your Picasso! Go out into one of our County Parks and create an art piece with nature. Use leaves, branches, rocks, or any pieces of nature to create anything you want! Be creative and enjoy your time outdoors! Maybe a Team member can be a part of your art piece! Be sure to follow the rules and get a picture with your art piece, a Team member, and your flag to get points. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #120 5 points
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Amp Your Theatre Show us your theatrical skills on any one of our County Park Amphitheatres. You can find them at Mount Madonna, Uvas Canyon, Coyote Lake, Joseph D. Grant and Sanborn. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Game , Humor , Kids , Park , People , Places , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #121 5 points
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Kiss Under the What? This parasitic plant grows on Oak trees and can be found in a lot of our Santa Clara County Parks. Can you name this plant? Take a photo of your Team and flag under this popular plant AND tree (smooching a loved one). Must be in a County Park and please do not remove any plant life from any tree. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Humor , People , Play , Romance , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #122 10 points
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Sketch an animal Show us your best drawing of your favorite wild animal! This adventure does not need to be completed at a Park, but please hold up your team flag with your drawing in your photo. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Explore , Game , Humor , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Places , Scenic , Skills , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #123 5 points
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Admire the View Take a photo of a beautiful or interesting view. Include where/which park it is taken from. You don't need a Team member or flag in this one. Different parks strongly encouraged. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Mountains , Nature , Scenic |
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| Adv. #124 5 points
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Bridging the Gaps There are a number of foot bridges in Santa Clara County Parks. For example, the Tony Look Trail at Stevens Creek and the Waterfall Loop Trail at Uvas Canyon. Take a photo or video of your Team member and flag crossing them. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Nature , Park , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #125 5 points
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Martial Cottle Perimeter Trail Half of the perimeter trail at Martial Cottle County Park is OPEN! Enjoy a leisure walk on a paved trail. This new park is open from sunrise to sunset. Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Health & Wellness , Healthy Trails , History , Nature , Park , Places , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wheels |
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| Adv. #126 10 points
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Balls, Balls, Balls What is your favorite ball sport? Go to a Santa Clara County Park and play around on any field with your Team members. Golf? Baseball? Soccer? Football? You choose. Points only count if it is a video and only ONE PER DAY! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness |
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| Adv. #127 5 points
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Leaves of Three, Let it Be Poison oak is out there in our parks, lurking along the trails. It's good to be able to identify it. Take a picture of this plant with your team and flag, but be careful not to touch it! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Health & Wellness , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Safety |
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| Adv. #128 5 points
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Nurture the Children with Poetry Outdoors Show children the importance of poetry and nature by reading a poem out loud to them in our beautiful Santa Clara County Parks. Or better yet, have them read to you! Venture out and take a video of a child reciting a poem or of a team member reciting to a child. While you are there, contemplate the stillness, or just hold hands with your beloved ones at your favorite park spot. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Birds , Culture , Explore , Game , Health & Wellness , Humor , Kids , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Relax , Romance , Scenic , Sky , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #129 5 points
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Nurture the Nature with Poetry Poetry and nature are true companions and have been since the beginning of time. Find a nice shady spot near a stream, or a sunny perch on a mountain top, wander deep into the forest to contemplate the stillness, or just hold hands with your beloved (team member) at your favorite park spot. Take a video of your Team reading a poem out loud to the trees, the sky, the squirrels or birds. Have fun! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Birds , Culture , Explore , Health & Wellness , Healthy Trails , Humor , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Relax , Romance , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #130 5 points
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Locate the Pier!!! Find the fishing pier at Vasona Lake and take a picture with your Team and flag. Region: Vasona Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike , Water , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #131 5 points
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Walk With your Elders Whether they are your grandparents, friends or neighbors invite an elder out to a leisure walk in the beautiful outdoors. There are many easy and ADA accessible trails if needed. Please take this opportunity to share the parks with your elderly friends and family, and do not snap a photo of someone you do not know. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Culture , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #132 10 points
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Keep it Clean! As the saying goes, "Leave the place cleaner than when you found it." Lead by example by picking up trash on a trail or near a waterway. Bring a bag with you on your next adventure and be sure to take a photo of your Team and flag beautifying our Santa Clara County Park System. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Birds , Explore , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , Healthy Trails , Kids , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #133 5 points
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Do a Somersault Don't get too dizzy! Snap a photo of someone on your team doing a somersault! Your team flag can be on the ground in front of them. Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Game , Kids , Park , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #134 5 points
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Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake, baker's man! Snap a photo of someone in your group playing this classic clapping game with a fellow team member, a ranger, anyone! Your flag must be visible somewhere in the photo, so be creative! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Kids , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills |
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| Adv. #135 5 points
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King of the hill Snap a photo of a team member with their flag at the top of a playground climbing structure. (Note: Currently, the playground at Vasona Park is under maintenance, and the playground at Hellyer Park is being renovated. There is another playground located at Ed Levin Park.) Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Climb , Explore , Fitness , Game , Kids , Park , Play |
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| Adv. #136 5 points
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Swing along Capture someone on your team swinging on a swing with your team flag. Our two playgrounds can be found at Vasona and Hellyer County Park Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Park , Play |
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| Adv. #137 5 points
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Stump Us! Snap a photo of a team mate on a tree stump. Mt. Madonna has a bunch of stumps! Be careful to stay on trails! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Humor , Kids , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #138 5 points
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Fancy Footwork Snap a photo of your teams hiking footwear. Only your flag needs to be present. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , People |
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| Adv. #139 10 points
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Go Camping at Grant! Check out this beautiful 9,540 acre park! Better yet, go camping here! This adventure is subject to reservation confirmation. Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: ADA , All Topics , Camp , Explore , Game , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #140 10 points
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Go Camping at Coyote Lake- Harvey Bear Ranch This is a great campground overlooking Coyote Lake in the beautiful mountains of Gilroy. This adventure is subject to reservation confirmation. Region: Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Topic: ADA , All Topics , Camp , Explore , Mountains , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , Scenic , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #141 15 points
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Geocaching Challenge #1 - Coyote Creek Parkway Find three (3) geocaches hidden in beautiful Coyote Creek Parkway using a GPS or mobile device. Lots of Geocaches can be found at Geocaching.com. Region: Coyote Creek Parkway Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Scenic , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #142 15 points
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Geocaching Challenge #2 - Steven's Creek Park Find three (3) geocaches hidden at Steven's Creek Park using a GPS or mobile device. Lots of Geocaches can be found at Geocaching.com. Region: Stevens Creek Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Scenic , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #143 10 points
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Geocaching Challenge #3 - Ed Levin Find Two (2) geocaches hidden at Ed Levin Park using a GPS or mobile device. Lots of Geocaches can be found at Geocaching.com. Region: Ed R. Levin Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Scenic , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #144 15 points
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Geocaching Challenge #4 - Mt. Madonna Find three (3) geocaches hidden around the beautiful Mt. Madonna Park using a GPS or mobile device. Lots of geocaches can be found at Geocaching.com. Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Kids , Learn , Places , Play , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #145 5 points
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Who am I? #1 I am a marine mammal that can grow to be over 12 feet long! We refer to our males as a Bull, or females as a Cow, and our babies as a Calf. Who am I? (Note: you do not need to attend a park to answer this question, but please include your team flag and members within your picture.) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #146 5 points
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Who am I? # 2 I am a beautiful animal that can grow a 5 foot tail! In fact, my tail makes up 60 percent of my body width! Although I am beautiful, you don't want to mess with me! I have spurs on my feet that I can use to fight if I have to! (Note: You do not need to attend a park to answer this question, but please include your team flag and members within your picture.) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #147 5 points
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Who am I? # 3 I am big! I can grow to over 2,200 pounds! And, I am an herbivore! You can find a 'crash' of us hanging out together, which is good, because our vision isn't too great! (Note: you do not need to attend a park to answer this question, but please include your team flag and members within your picture.) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #148 5 points
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Who am I? # 4 We hang out in groups called 'towers'. We can grow to weight over 1,800 pounds, and we can run up to 35 MPH! It is hard for us to reach the ground for water; we have to spread our legs awkwardly so our mouths can reach! Thankfully, we don't drink water often because we get most of our water from plants! (Note: you do not need to attend a park to answer this question, but please include your team flag and members within your picture.) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #149 5 points
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Who Am I? #5 We are flying Mammals that are nocturnal, see in the dark using a skill called echolocation, and 3 of our over 1000 species feed solely on blood! No wonder why you can find pictures of us everywhere during Halloween! (Note: you do not need to attend a park to answer this question, but please include your team flag and members within your picture.) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #150 5 points
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Find a phone booth! Snap a photo of your team in a park phone booth. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Park , Places , Play |
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| Adv. #151 5 points
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Scavenger Hunt #1 Find something that is naturally green in our Parks. (The grass does not count!) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #152 5 points
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Scavenger Hunt #2 Find something that begins with the letter 'P' in our parks. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #153 5 points
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Scavenger Hunt #3 Find two (or more) animals hanging out together in our parks. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #154 5 points
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Scavenger Hunt #4 Find something that is naturally fragrant in our parks. (Hint: Alviso Marina is a great place to look!) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #155 5 points
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Scavenger Hunt #5 Find a tree in any one of our parks and Identify it! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #156 10 points
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*Bonus!* Scavenger hunt bonus Complete all 5 scavenger hunt adventures and win an additional 10 points! Simply re-post one of your scavenger hunt photos for the bonus points. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #157 10 points
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Capture a "Parks for Life" wrapped vehicle They are out there...Begging to be captured! Be safe though! Wait until you see one at a full and complete stop (Hint: you can find one near a reservoir) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Humor , Kids , Park , People , Places , Play |
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| Adv. #158 10 points
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#OptOutside Let's spend less time at the mall and more time at the park! REI has challenged us all to #OptOutside and enjoy what Mother Nature has given us! So dust off those hiking boots and cameras and get out to a County Park with your team and flag! Trust us, the mall will still be there when you're done. Take a photo of you on any adventure and #OptOutside on your social media site. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Kids , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , REI , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #159 5 points
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Pictures With Them All - Almaden Quicksilver Snap a photo of your team and flag at the old Reduction Works Yard. This yard contains a collection of equipment from the New Almaden Mine and the Guadalupe Mine. Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Explore , Game , History , Kids , Park , People , Places , Play , Tour |
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| Adv. #160 5 points
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Pictures With Them All - Alviso Marina Snap a photo of your team and flag at the observation deck. Region: Alviso Marina Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Nature , Park , People , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Water , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #161 5 points
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Pictures With Them All - Anderson Lake Snap a photo of your team and flag at Anderson Dam. Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Nature , Park , People , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Water |
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| Adv. #162 5 points
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Pictures With Them All - Calero Snap a photo of your team and flag at the Calero Bat Box by taking the Serpentine Loop Trail. Use the Calero County Park map to navigate to the Bat Box. Bring water and maybe a snack for the hike or ride (Equestrians are always welcome at Calero!) Region: Calero Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Equine , Explore , People , Places , Play , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #163 5 points
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Pictures With Them All - Chesbro Reservoir Snap a photo with your team and flag with the reservoir in the background. Region: Chesbro Reservoir Topic: ADA , All Topics , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike , Water |
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| Adv. #164 5 points
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Pictures With Them All - Chitactac Adams Snap a photo of your team and flag at the interpretive shelter. Region: Chitactac-Adams Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Culture , Explore , History , Nature , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Coyote Creek Parkway Snap a photo of your team and flag in front of the Parkway Lakes. Region: Coyote Creek Parkway Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Nature , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike , Water |
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Pictures With Them All - Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Snap a photo of your team and flag at the Coyote Dam. Region: Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Nature , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike , Water |
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Pictures With Them All - Ed R. Levin Snap a photo with your team and flag at the Laguna Cemetery gates. The cemetery can be found at the Spring Valley area. Region: Ed R. Levin Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Culture , Explore , History , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Field Sports Snap a photo with your team and flag at the entrance to the Field Sports Range. Region: Field Sports Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play |
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Pictures With Them All - Hellyer Snap a photo with your team and flag at Cottonwood Lake. Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Nature , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike , Water |
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Pictures With Them All - Joseph D. Grant Snap a photo with your team and flag at the historic rose garden near the Ranch House Complex. Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Culture , Explore , Park , People , Places , Romance , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Lexington Reservoir Snap a photo with your team and flag at Miller Point. Region: Lexington Reservoir Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Los Gatos Creek Los Gatos Creek has 6 ponds, and ponds 3-6 are wildlife preserves. Snap a photo of your team and flag at one of the wildlife preserve ponds. Region: Los Gatos Creek County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Culture , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Healthy Trails , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Run , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Water , Wildlife |
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Pictures With Them All - Martial Cottle Snap a photo of your team and flag on the Cattle Run Trail Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , History , Park , People , Places , Play , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Motorcycle Park Snap a photo of your team and flag with someone riding on one of the tracks behind you. Please remember that the park is closed every Tuesday and Wednesday. Region: Motorcycle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Play |
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Pictures With Them All - Mt. Madonna Visit the Sprig Recreation Area at Mount Madonna County Park! Take a picture with your Team and flag at a trailhead sign to receive points for this adventure! Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Penitencia Creek Snap a photo of your team and flag at the Penitencia Creek Gardens Region: Penitencia Creek Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Culture , Explore , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Rancho San Antonio Snap a photo of your team and flag at Deer Hollow Farm. Region: Rancho San Antonio Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Learn , Park , People , Places |
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Pictures With Them All - Sanborn Snap a photo of your team and flag at the beginning of the Lake Ranch Trail. Region: Sanborn Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Healthy Trails , Park , People , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Santa Teresa Snap a photo of your team and flag at the Santa Teresa Spring. Region: Santa Teresa Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Stevens Creek Snap a photo of your team and flag with the Steven’s Creek Reservoir behind you. Region: Stevens Creek Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Water |
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Pictures With Them All - Sunnyvale Baylands Snap a photo of your team and flag at the playground. Region: Sunnyvale Baylands Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Play |
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Pictures With Them All - Upper Stevens Creek Snap a photo of your team and flag at any of the signs for the Grizzly Flat Trail. Region: Upper Stevens Creek Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Health & Wellness , Healthy Trails , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Uvas Canyon Snap a photo of your team and flag at Manzanita Point. ((PLEASE NOTE: Reservations are required for weekend day use and holidays, due to heavy traffic. Reservation made at http://gooutsideandplay.org/reservations/product.asp) Region: Uvas Canyon Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Healthy Trails , Park , People , Places , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Uvas Reservoir Snap a photo of your team and flag with Uvas Dam behind you. Region: Uvas Reservoir Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike , Water |
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| Adv. #185 5 points
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Pictures With Them All - Vasona Snap a photo with the island in the middle of the lake behind you. If you can't take a paddle boat to get up close, no problem! There are many spots on the trail along the lake where you can stand. Region: Vasona Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Scenic , Walk/Hike |
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Pictures With Them All - Villa Montalvo Snap a photo of your team and flag along the Poet’s Walk. Region: Villa Montalvo Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Park , People , Places , Relax , Romance , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #187 100 points
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Pictures With Them All - BONUS Complete all 28 PICTURES WITH THEM ALL adventures to receive an additional 100 points! You may take a new photo or re-submit a duplicate photo from one of the previous pictures with them all photos. Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Bonus |
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| Adv. #188 5 points
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Legends and Myths of the Coyote Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch; Sunday; June 17; 10am-11am; One of the most adaptable mammals in the world, the coyote is widespread in range, mythology, and folk lore, coyote is one of the most adaptable mammals in the work. Learn why this successful survivor is the topic of so many stories. Meet at the amphitheater by RV campground. Questions? (408) 842-7800 Region: Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Topic: All Topics , Explore , June , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Wildlife |
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Join the Pack Dog Hike Mt. Madonna; Saturday, July 7; 8pm-9:30pm; Fireworks set your dog on edge? Escape to the mountain for an evening hike in a quiet redwood forest. Meet at the Redwood Grove group area with flashlight, layered clothes and sturdy shoes. Questions? (408) 842-2341 Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: All Topics , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , July , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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It's Fur Real Dog Hike Mt. Madonna; Saturday, June 3; 5pm-7pm. Enjoy and explore the trails amongst the redwoods with your canine companion on a group hike. Meet at the Azalea Knoll group site with insect repellent, layered clothing and sturdy footwear. Questions? (408) 842-2341 Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: All Topics , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , June , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #191 5 points
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night and Martial Cot Martial Cottle; Saturday, August 11; 8:45pm-10:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about the park’s past and present before watching, Coco. Meet on the lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. No dogs please. Questions? (408) 535-4060 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #192 5 points
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night and Martial Cot Martial Cottle; Saturday, June 9; 8:45pm-10:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about the park’s past and present before watching, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. Meet on the lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. No dogs please. Questions? (408) 535-4060 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , June , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #193 5 points
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night and Martial Cot Martial Cottle; Saturday, July 14; 8:45pm-10:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about the park’s past and present before watching, Sing. Meet on the lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. No dogs please. Questions? (408) 535-4060 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , July , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #194 5 points
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Santa Teresa Santa Teresa; Saturday, August 25; 8pm-11pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Meet at the Pueblo Group Area with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Santa Teresa Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Santa Teresa Santa Teresa; Saturday, August 18; 8pm-11pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Star Wars: The Force Awaken. Meet at the Pueblo Group Area with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Santa Teresa Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Hellyer Hellyer; Friday, August 17; 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Cars 3. Meet at the Cottonwood Lake lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Hellyer Hellyer; Friday, August 10; 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Cars 2. Meet at the Cottonwood Lake lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Hellyer Hellyer; Saturday, July 21; 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Coco. Meet at the Cottonwood Lake lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , July , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Hellyer Hellyer; Saturday, July 7; 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Moana. Meet at the Cottonwood Lake lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , July , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #200 5 points
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Hellyer Hellyer; Saturday, June 30; 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Despicable Me 2. Meet at the Cottonwood Lake lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , June , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Vasona Vasona; Thursday, August 2; 8:30pm-10:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Black Panther. Meet at Vasona Vibrations lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 356-2729 Region: Vasona Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #202 5 points
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Hellyer Hellyer; Friday, August 3, 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Cars. Meet at the Cottonwood Lake lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Hellyer Hellyer; Friday, June 29; 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Despicable Me. Meet at the Cottonwood Lake lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , June , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Santa Teresa Santa Teresa; Saturday, June 23; 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, The Beauty and the Beast. Meet at the Pueblo Group Area with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Santa Teresa Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , June , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Alviso Marina Alviso Marina; Friday, August 31; 8:30pm-10:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Learn about parks and watch, Coco. Meet in parking lot with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 262-6980 Region: Alviso Marina Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Metcalf Motorc Metcalf Motorcycle Park; Saturday, August 4; 8pm-10:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Learn about parks and watch, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2. Come with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 226-5223 Region: Motorcycle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Events , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Hellyer Hellyer; Friday, July 13; 8:30pm-11:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about parks and wildlife before watching, Despicable Me 3. Meet at the Cottonwood Lake lawn with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , July , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Metcalf Motorc Metcalf Motorcycle Park; Friday, July 6; 8:30pm-11:00pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Learn about parks and watch, Transformers: The Last Knight. Come with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 226-5223 Region: Motorcycle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , June , Kids , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Ed R. Levin Ed R. Levin; Friday, June 22; 8:30pm-10:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Learn about parks and watch, The Lego Batman Movie. Meet on the lawn by Sandy Wool Lake with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 262-6980 Region: Ed R. Levin Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , Explore , June , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Metcalf Motorc Metcalf Motorcycle Park; Friday, June 8; 8:30pm-11:00pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Learn about parks and watch, Thor Ragnarok. Come with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 226-5223 Region: Motorcycle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , Explore , June , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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In the Park After Dark Movie Night; Alviso Marina Alviso Marina; Friday, June 1; 8:30pm-10:30pm. Enjoy a night under the stars with family and friends. Learn about parks and watch, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2. Meet in parking lot with a blanket or low-back chair and a flashlight. Questions? (408) 262-6980 Region: Alviso Marina Topic: All Topics , Events , Explore , Humor , June , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #212 10 points
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In the Park After Dark Campout Santa Teresa; Saturday, June 16; 7pm-8am. Begin with a feature-length movie under the night sky, followed by a campfire and s’mores, then a second feature-length movie. Bring camping supplies for an overnight trip: tent, bedding, food, warm clothes, flashlight. Cost is $15/camping family and $6/vehicle. Restrooms available. No electricity or showers provided. Space is limited. Reservations (408) 535-4060 Region: Santa Teresa Topic: All Topics , Camp , Events , Explore , June , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Wildlife |
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Adventure Removed The Magnificent 7 hike at Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch has been removed due to a duplicate posting. Please refer to Adventure #219. New Adventure coming soon! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #214 10 points
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Hike the Magnificent Seven! Almaden Quicksilver; Saturday, June 23; 10:00pm-1:30pm. Work towards completing the #PixInParks challenge with a guided hike on one of our magnificent trails. Meet at the Wood Road parking lot with water and snacks. Find your destination, take a photo, and enjoy spectacular views. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , June , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Wildlife |
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Hike the Magnificent Seven! Alviso Marina; Saturday, July 14; 10:00am-11:30am. Work towards completing the #PixInParks challenge with a guided hike on one of our magnificent trails. Meet in the parking lot with water and snacks. Find your destination, take a photo, and enjoy spectacular views. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Alviso Marina Topic: All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , July , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #216 10 points
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Riparian Trees?! Do you know about the native trees? Recorded a video of your team member(s) identifying 1 out of the 5 Riparian (water environment) Habitat trees listed in page 8 of the Junior Ranger Discovery Guide. The tree, team member(s) and flag all must be in the video. You must also give us some information on the tree like its scientific name (pronounce as best as possible), common name, where it can be found, etc. Be creative! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Explore , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #217 10 points
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Hike the Magnificent Seven! Ed. R Levin; Saturday, June 30; 10:00pm-1:00pm. Work towards completing the #PixInParks challenge with a guided hike on one of our magnificent trails. Meet near the equestrian parking lot with water and snacks. Find your destination, take a photo, and enjoy spectacular views. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Ed R. Levin Topic: All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , June , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #218 10 points
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Hike the Magnificent Seven! Calero; Saturday, July 7; 10:00pm-1:00pm. Work towards completing the #PixInParks challenge with a guided hike on one of our magnificent trails. Meet near the equestrian parking lot with water and snacks. Find your destination, take a photo, and enjoy spectacular views. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Calero Topic: All Topics , Events , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , July , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #219 10 points
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Hike the Magnificent Seven! Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch; Saturday, June 9, July 7 and August 4; 6pm-8:30pm (Choose 1 day). Work towards completing the #PixInParks challenge with a guided hike on one of our magnificent trails. Meet near the equestrian parking lot with water and snacks. Find your destination, take a photo, and enjoy spectacular views. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Topic: All Topics , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , June , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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Hellyer Amazing Race (FULL) (This event is now FULL. Teams still have an option of volunteering (Adventure #249) for the same amount of points.) Hellyer; Saturday, June 16; 10am-1pm. Anyone can participate in this fun outdoor challenge! Register with your team to compete for great prizes by completing fun challenges, games, and learning outdoor skills along the way! Pre-registration required, space is limited. More info at parkhere.org or (408) 355-2255 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , Explore , Game , Health & Wellness , June , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Run , Skills , Time-Sensitive |
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End of Summer Bash Vasona; Sunday, August 12; 11am-2pm. Join us for the 2nd Annual End of Summer Bash at the Vasona Boat Center. This year’s theme is “Summer Luau”, so dress for the festivities that include music, food, $10.00 boat rentals, activities, and more. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Vasona Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Boat , Events , Explore , Game , Kids , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive , Water |
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Howling at the Moon Anderson Lake; July 21, July 22 & August 26. Refer to website for times. (Choose 1 day). Adventure out on a short moonlight hike above the lake to a nearby pond and check out the night sounds and sights. Meet at the boat parking lot with layered clothes and a flashlight with red lens. Questions? (408) 918-7980 Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: All Topics , August , Explore , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , July , June , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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History of Stevens Creek County Park Stevens Creek; Wednesday, June 20; 9:30am-11:30am. Take a history hike to learn about the first people to live on this land and how they were impacted by European settlers. Explore how the park's namesake played a pivotal role in the American settlement of California. Meet at the Visitor Center. Questions? (408) 867-3654 Region: Stevens Creek Topic: All Topics , Culture , Fitness , History , June , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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Healthy Parks, Healthy People Walk Martial Cottle; Saturday, June 16, July 21; 10am-12pm. (Choose 1 day). Join park staff for a walking tour to learn about the park's history and organic farming. Spend time afterward playing at the Discovery Farm or visiting the park partners and Farm Stand. Meet at the Visitor Center. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Culture , Health & Wellness , History , July , June , Learn , Nutrition , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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Hawk Walk Sanborn; Saturday, June 23; 10am-1pm. Search for glimpses of hawks, falcons, and other birds of prey that soar the skies above. Find out why they fly like they do and what helps them thrive. Meet at Sunnyvale Mountain with binoculars, sun protection, snacks and water. Reservations (408) 867-9959 Region: Sanborn Topic: All Topics , Birds , Explore , Fitness , June , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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Gone Fishing 101-Beginner Tips From a Ranger Stevens Creek; Saturday, August 18; 10am-12pm. Discover some beginning fishing tips that will help make you more successful. This indoor session is for beginner anglers ages 10 and up. Meet at the Visitor Center to learn about basic equipment, rules and regulations, and local "hot spots". No equipment needed. Reservations (408) 867-3654 Region: Stevens Creek Topic: All Topics , August , Fish , Game , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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Get to Know your Handgun Field Sport; Thursday, June 7, July 5, & August 2; 4pm-7pm. (Choose 1 day). Come learn about handgun basics and safety from a Rangemaster. $15 per person, cash or check only. Meet at the Rifle/Pistol Range with your registered handgun, two boxes of ammo, and a cleaning kit. Reservations (408) 463-0652 Region: Field Sports Topic: All Topics , August , July , June , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Safety , Skills , Time-Sensitive |
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Full Moon Hike Martial Cottle; Saturday, August 4; 8:30pm-10:30pm. Join a Park Ranger to seek out nighttime animals living in this urban agricultural habitat. You will be surprised how many native animals live in your backyard. Meet at the Visitor Center with layered clothing. Questions? (408) 535-4060 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: All Topics , August , Explore , Health & Wellness , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #229 5 points
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Geocaching in the Park Anderson Lake; Friday, July 20; 10am-12pm. Come explore hidden treasures in the park. Hike on trails above the lake to locate Geocaches using GPS technology. Bring a hand-held GPS or download the app to your cellphone. Optional to bring/leave/exchange anything in the caches. Meet in the parking lot at top of the dam. Questions? (408) 918-7985 Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: All Topics , Explore , Game , July , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Service , Skills , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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Follow The Leader Dog Hike Mt. Madonna; Saturday, August 25; 7pm-9pm. Be the leader your dog wants you to be as you venture out and enjoy the outdoors together. Meet a Ranger and their canine companion at the Redwood Grove group area. Questions? (408) 842-2341 Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: All Topics , August , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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Fishing Program for Kids in Hellyer County Park Hellyer; Saturday August 4, 11, 18 & 25; 9am-11:30am. (Choose 1 day). Join a Park Ranger to learn about local watersheds, fisheries, and secrets to catching bass. Open to ages 10-13. Fishing gear provided. Meet at the Visitor Center with sun protection. Reservations (408) 225-0225 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: All Topics , August , Fish , Game , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills , Time-Sensitive , Water , Wildlife |
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Explore A Ranger's Truck Almaden Quicksilver; Sunday, August 12; 3pm-4pm. Discover critical resources that Park Ranger's provide while you explore and use equipment they carry in patrol trucks. Drop in at the Mockingbird Hill parking lot. Questions? (408) 268-3883 Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Explore , Kids , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Safety , Service , Time-Sensitive , Wheels |
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Dog Nights of Summer Anderson Lake; June 27 & July 27; 7pm-9pm. (Choose 1 day). Take a sunset/full moon hike to explore park history, basic first aid, and trail etiquette with dogs. Meet at the overflow lot at the top of the dam. Reservations (408) 918-7980 (Please do not bring any dogs from Adventure #279, Santa Clara County Animal Shelter's Foster Field Trips and Shelter Dog Sleepovers program.) Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: All Topics , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , July , Kids , Learn , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Safety , Skills , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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Discover The Park Through Nature Journaling Martial Cottle; Saturday, June 30 & August 25; 9am-11am (Choose 1 day). Learn how to nature journal while enjoying the beauty of your surroundings. Meet at the Visitor Center. No dogs please. Reservations (408) 535-4052 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: All Topics , Art/Photo , August , Explore , June , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Sky , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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Connect with Nature Alviso Marina; Saturday August 11 & 18. Refer to website for details. (Choose 1 day). Nature has an incredible way of maintaining balance and harmony. Come experience a connection with nature and leave with a better understanding of yourself. $15 per person. Meet at the marina parking lot with comfortable clothes and shoes. Reservations required. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Alviso Marina Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Birds , Explore , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Water , Wildlife |
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Chitactac Family Day Chitactac Adams; Saturday, June 23 1pm-4pm. Celebrate the Amah Mutsun culture and discover the heritage of people who once lived at this ancient village site. Participate in hands-on activities, play traditional games, and make unique crafts while learning about native plants and wildlife. This event is free and appropriate for families and all ages. Questions? (408) 918-7770 Region: Chitactac-Adams Topic: ADA , All Topics , Culture , Explore , Game , History , June , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills , Time-Sensitive , Wildlife |
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Boating Safety 101 Calero; Friday, July 20; 11:30am-1pm. Learn about required boating equipment and how to stay safe on waterways. A Park Ranger will be on hand to answer questions and help you have a fun and safe day on the water. This is a drop-in event at the Launch Ramp parking lot. Questions? (408) 268-3883 Region: Calero Topic: All Topics , Boat , July , Learn , Park , People , Play , PlayHere , Safety , Skills , Time-Sensitive , Water |
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Birding Basics Casa Grande/QuickSilver Mining Museum; 9am-9:45am; June 24, July 28, & August 25. (Chose 1 day). Come out and learn the basics of observing and identifying local birds with an experienced bird watcher and naturalist! Meet in front of the Casa Grande with binoculars if you have them. Questions? (408) 918-7775 Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , August , Birds , Casa Grande , Explore , July , June , Learn , Nature , Park , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills , Sky , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #239 15 points
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Let's Get Together! The warmer months are a great time to get the family together for a BBQ, and the County Parks are a beautiful and low-cost place to do it! Come grab a first-come first-serve table, and snap a photo of everyone having a great time! (Please note: Vehicles entrance fees apply. For groups larger than 20 people/ 2 tables, a site reservation is needed. Go to parkhere.org or call 408-355-2201 for more details on reservations.) Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Relax , Scenic |
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Stay away from those legs! Show us your best kick! It can be a karate kick, a dancing kick, whatever kick you like best! Take a video of your kick or snap a photo of your leg held high! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Fitness , Game , Kids , Park , Play , Skills |
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Reach, reach, reach for the sky! Take a video of your team jumping as high as they can for 10 seconds! Even if it is just little jumps, we want to see you reach up, up, up! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Fitness , Game , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Play , Skills |
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| Adv. #242 15 points
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Create a Triathlon! Nope, you don't need to swim or cycle, just show us how you do your own triathlon! A triathlon is a multi-step competition with 3 steps that flow into each other with no pause. For example, you can make a triathlon that consists of: sprinting 20 feet, jumping rope 15 times, and bouncing a ball 15 times. Whatever you decide to incorporate into your triathlon, we want to see a video of your team completing it! Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Fitness , Game , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Play , Run , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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You've been benched! Find a park bench or fallen log and snap a photo of your team being “benched.” Stand, sit, lay down, have fun on the bench! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Game , Humor , Kids , Nature , Park , Places , Play , Skills , Walk/Hike |
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Bike Safety for Young Riders Joseph D. Grant; Various Sundays in June-August from 9:30-10:30. Refer to website for detail. (Chose 1 day). Young bike riders (ages 8-12) lean about basic bike safety on trails and roads. Helmets provided for free. Parents welcome and encouraged to attend. Meet at east end of Stockman's parking lot by the Hotel Trail (look for Ranger truck). Bring a bike. Reservations (408) 274-6121 Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , August , Bike , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , July , June , Kids , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Safety , Skills , Time-Sensitive , Wheels |
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| Adv. #245 10 points
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Let's Celebrate Those Stars and Stripes! Show us how you celebrate the Fourth of July! Do you have a BBQ with family? Do you wear patriotic clothes? Show us how you celebrate at one of our County Parks, and please also EXPLAIN in your photo description. Happy Independence Day! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Art/Photo , Bike , Boat , Bonus , Culture , Explore , Game , History , Holiday , July , Kids , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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Let's get wet! Show us how you play with water in our Santa Clara County Parks! You may use water squirters on the lawns, go boating, go fishing...use your imagination! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Boat , Game , Humor , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , Water |
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| Adv. #247 10 points
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A Taste of Achery Santa Teresa; Saturday, July 28; 8am-10am & 10:30am-12:30pm. (Choose and register for 1 time). Join the Black Mountain Bowmen to learn how to shoot a compound or recurve bow, fletch arrows, and make a bow string. Ages 6 and up with parent. $5 fee. A mandatory safety class and equipment are provided by Predator's Archery. Bring water, snacks, and sun protection. Reservations online or (408) 355-2201. Region: Santa Teresa Topic: ADA , All Topics , Culture , Fitness , Game , July , Kids , Learn , Park , People , Play , PlayHere , Safety , Skills , Time-Sensitive |
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A Taste of Water Skiing Coyote Creek Parkway (North); July 11 & August 8; 12pm-4pm. (Choose 1 day). Learn how to water ski with the Santa Clara County Water Ski Club. Cost is $10 per person. All equipment and lessons provided. It's a great time for ages 8-17! Bring your bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, water, and snacks. Reservations required. Questions? (408) 355-2201 Region: Coyote Creek Parkway Topic: All Topics , August , Boat , Fitness , Game , July , Kids , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Water |
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| Adv. #249 20 points
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Volunteer at Hellyer's Amazing Race Hellyer; Saturday, June 16; 8:30am - 1:30pm. Volunteer to help with the second annual Hellyer's Amazing Race. This adventure is also the adventure for Benchmark Challenge #1. The deadline to register to volunteer is 6/15/18. Please visit website for details and to register. https://scc.samaritan.com/custom/502/#/opp_details/3931?keyword=amazing&sortPredicate=publishDateUtc&sortByAttribute=date&sortRecordType=opp&view=list Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Events , Explore , Fitness , Game , Health & Wellness , Humor , June , Kids , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Run , Time-Sensitive , Volunteer |
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| Adv. #250 5 points
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Dad's Day This time senstive adventure must be completed and submitted on Father's Day (Sunday, June 17). Take your Dad, or any Dad you know, on an adventure in a Santa Clara County Park. Or, if you are a Dad yourself, take your family on an adventure at one of our Parks! Region: Countywide Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , June , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #251 5 points
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Master Gardener and 4-H Open House Martial Cottle; Saturday, August 18; 9am-12pm. Explore the gardens, attend a workshop, or tour the Master Gardener parcel. Workshops and class information at http://mgsantaclara.ucanr.edu/. Stop by the 4-H parcel to learn from youth members about the livestock animals they raise here. Partner parcels are located near Chynoweth Ave. Questions? (408) 535-4060 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Explore , Health & Wellness , Kids , Learn , Nature , Nutrition , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills , Time-Sensitive |
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Meteor Shower: The Best HD Viewing is Free Martial Cottle; Saturday, August 11; 10pm-12am. Join us for Perseids meteor shower. Begin the evening with a discussion of best ways to view objects in the night sky. Meet on the big lawn with warm clothes, flashlights, and a telescope or binoculars. Questions? (408) 535-4060 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Explore , Learn , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Sky , Time-Sensitive |
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Mountain Lions & Bobcats Almaden Quicksilver; Sunday, June 10 & August 19; 9am-11am. (Choose 1 day). Stop by a parks booth for information about these local wild cats who share the environment with us. Meet at the Hacienda parking lot off Almaden Rd. Questions? (408) 918-7772 Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , August , Explore , June , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Wildlife |
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Movie Night at the Lake Anderson Lake; Friday, June 15; 8:30pm-11pm. meet at the boat parking lot for night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about the wildlife and watch Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. Bring a flashlight and low lawn chair or blanket. Questions? (408) 918-7980 Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Boat , Explore , Humor , June , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #255 5 points
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Movie Night at the Lake Anderson Lake; Friday, July 20; 8:30pm-11pm. Meet at the boat parking lot for night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about the wildlife and watch Star Wars: The Last Jedi . Bring a flashlight and low lawn chair or blanket. Questions? (408) 918-7980 Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , Boat , Explore , July , Kids , Nature , Night , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #256 5 points
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Movie Night at the Lake Anderson Lake; Friday, August 24; 8:30pm-11pm. Meet at the boat parking lot for night under the stars with family and friends. Come early to learn about the wildlife and Thor Ragnarok. Bring a flashlight and low lawn chair or blanket. Questions? (408) 918-7980 Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: ADA , All Topics , August , Boat , Explore , Kids , Nature , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #257 5 points
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Nature Walk by the Bay Alviso Marina; Saturday June 2, July 7 & August 4; 10am-12pm. (Choose 1 day). Take a gentle walk around the Marina's flat dirt trails to enjoy the local weather and bayside wildlife. We'll keep the pace slow for all ages and abilities. Meet at the picnic tables near the restroom. Questions? (408) 355-2240 Region: Alviso Marina Topic: All Topics , August , Birds , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , July , June , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #258 5 points
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Outdoor Photography Coyote Creek Parkway/Anderson Lake; Sunday, June 3; 1pm-3pm. Learn how to capture beautiful outdoor moments with your camera. Meet at the Visitor Center at the end of Malaguerra Ave. with a digital (not phone) camera. Questions? (408) 918-7980 Region: Coyote Creek Parkway Topic: ADA , Events , June , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #259 5 points
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Park Partners Open House Martial Cottle; Saturday, June 16 & July 21; 9am-12pm. (Choose 1 day). Explore the gardens, attend a workshop, or tour the Master Gardener Parcel. Learn from youth 4-H members about their livestock animals. Purchase and learn to plant native and drought-tolerant trees and shrubs, or take a Lawn Conversion Workshop from Our City Forest. Partner parcels are located near Chynoweth Ave. Questions? (408) 535-4060. Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: All Topics , Events , Health & Wellness , July , June , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills , Time-Sensitive |
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Pawsitive Dog Hike Mt. Madonna; Saturday, June 30; 8pm-9:30pm. Early fireworks setting your dog on edge? Escape to the redwood forest for a quiet stroll. Meet at Hilltop group area with flashlight, layered clothing, and sturdy footwear. Questions? (408) 842-2341 Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: All Topics , Dogs , Health & Wellness , June , Mountains , Nature , Park , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #261 5 points
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Play Like A Miner Casa Grande/Quicksilver Mining Museum; Saturday, July 21; 11am-3pm. Join in on a fun day of learning what it was like to be a miner long ago. Activities, games, demonstrations, and crafts promise an enjoyable event for the whole family. Questions? (408) 918-7772 Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Casa Grande , Culture , Game , History , July , Kids , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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Quicksilver History Hike Almaden Quicksilver; Saturday, June 16 & August 18; 9am-12pm. (Choose 1 day). Explore what remains of the once-bustling mining operations in the hills above New Almaden on this 4-mile hike leaving from the Wood Road parking lot off of Hicks Rd. Questions? (408) 918-7770 Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , August , Explore , Health & Wellness , June , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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Ranch House Tour Joseph D. Grant; Saturday June 16, July 14 & August 11; 1:30pm-2:30pm. (Choose 1 day). Explore park history and past inhabitants on a tour of the Grant Ranch House. Reservations (408) 274-6121 Region: Joseph D. Grant Topic: All Topics , August , Explore , Health & Wellness , History , June , Kids , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #264 5 points
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Raptor Walk Rancho San Antonio; Saturday, August 25; 12pm-2pm. Take a short walk with a Park Ranger into the world of hawks and other raptors who soar the skies. Meet in the Equestrian parking lot. Questions? (408) (408) 867-3654 Region: Rancho San Antonio Topic: All Topics , August , Birds , Explore , Learn , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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Redwood Nature Hike Sanborn; Saturday, June 2; 12pm-2pm. Come explore what's inside the redwood forest with a Park Ranger. Meet at the Peterson Grove. Questions? (408) 867-9959 Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Birds , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , June , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #266 5 points
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Redwoods Wonders Hike Mt. Madonna; Saturday, June 2 & July 28; 10am-11am. (Choose 1 day). Come explore the wonders of the redwoods on a hike with a Park Ranger. June 2-Meet at park office, July 28-Meet at the Miller Trail parking lot. Questions? (408) 842-2341 Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: All Topics , Explore , July , June , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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Stop and Sniff Around Anderson Lake; Thursday, June 7; 10am-12pm. Bring your canine friends along to sniff out evidence of other animals. Get some exercise while exploring animal tracks and scat along the trail. Meet in the boat parking lot. Questions? (408) 918-7985 Region: Anderson Lake County Park Topic: All Topics , Dogs , Explore , Fitness , June , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #268 5 points
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Survive in a Knapsack Mt. Madonna; Saturday, August 18; 1pm-3pm. Ever wondered what to do if you got lost in the woods? Take an easy walk to learn how to prepare and what to bring along to help find your way. Meet at the Hilltop group area with comfortable hiking gear, water, and snacks. Questions? (408) 842-2341 Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: All Topics , August , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , Places , Play , PlayHere , Safety , Skills , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #269 5 points
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Take a Hike on the Wild Side Calero; Sunday, August 5; 9am-12pm. Hike in the habitat of two wild felines - mountain lions and bobcats. Discover these cats' unique characteristics while gaining awareness and appreciation for wildlife that call parks home. Meet in parking lot by the park office with water, good hiking shoes, and sun protection. Questions? (408) 918-7772 Region: Calero Topic: All Topics , August , Explore , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Wildlife |
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| Adv. #270 5 points
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The Martial Cottle Park Experience Martial Cottle; Various Saturdays & Sundays throughout June, July & August. Refer to website for dates & time. (Choose 1 day). Meet at the Visitor Center to explore our agricultural history, see Cottle family items, then take a short walk to learn about the current farming practices and partners. Questions? (408) 535-4060 Region: Martial Cottle Park Topic: All Topics , August , Game , History , July , June , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Skills , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #271 5 points
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The Natural History of Coyote Creek Coyote Creek Parkway/Anderson Lake; Saturday, June 16, July 14 & August 18; 9am-10am. (Choose 1 Day). Enjoy a quiet walk along the creek. Discover abundant life under the shady canopy of water-loving trees. Topics range from the Native American presence to early cultivation of vineyards and orchards. Meet at the visitor center with binoculars. Questions? (408) 918-7980 Region: Coyote Creek Parkway Topic: All Topics , August , Culture , Explore , History , July , June , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #272 5 points
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The Trails and You: Shared Use and Safety Calero; Monday, June 4; 10am-12pm. Be safe and enjoy shared park trails. Learn about regulations and tips to protect you and park resources. This is a drop-in event at the parking lot by the Calero Park office. Questions? (408) 268-3883 Region: Calero Topic: ADA , All Topics , June , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #273 10 points
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Tour the Mansion and Hike the Hills Villa Montalvo; Tuesday, June 12, July 10 & August 14; 10am-1pm. (Choose 1 day). Take a guided tour of the historic villa and a hike on park trails to a breathtaking view as you learn about Senator Phelan and local history. Villa tour $20 per person. Reservations (408) 961-5858 or online at montalvoarts.org Region: Villa Montalvo Topic: All Topics , August , Explore , July , June , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Tour , Walk/Hike |
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| Adv. #274 5 points
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Waggin' Trails Dog Hike Mt. Madonna; Saturday, June 16; 7pm-9pm. Hit the trails after sunset to explore the redwoods with fellow dog owners and their canine companions. Meet at the Redwood Grove group area with flashlights, layered clothes, and sturdy shoes. Questions? (408) 842-2341 Region: Mt. Madonna Topic: All Topics , Dogs , Events , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , June , Mountains , Night , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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What's "Shaking" in Parks? Santa Teresa; Saturday, July 28, August 4 & August 18; 9am-12pm. Trek to the highest peak in the park to view fantastic vistas and explore local geology formations. Meet in the 2nd parking lot with hiking shoes, layered clothing, and water. Questions? (408) 225-0225 Region: Santa Teresa Topic: All Topics , August , Explore , Fitness , Health & Wellness , July , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Scenic , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike |
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When Nature Bites Back Hellyer & Vasona; Saturday, July 21 & August 11. Refer to the Website for details. (Choose 1 day). The wild world of parks has numerous wonders to explore, but in the event of an accident are you prepared? Discover nature and recreation while being trained in hands-only CPR and basic first aid. All practice equipment is provided. Reservations (408) 355-2201 Region: Hellyer County Park Topic: All Topics , August , Events , July , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive |
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Wildlife Detective Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch; July 2 & August 5; 10am-11am. (Choose 1 day). Come learn about clues that animals leave behind. Explore the natural wonders on a short hike to use your new found wildlife detective skills. Meet at the amphitheater by the RV campground. Reservations (408) 842-7800 Region: Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Topic: All Topics , August , July , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Time-Sensitive , Walk/Hike , Wildlife |
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Yoga Hike Meditate Almaden Quicksilver & Alviso Marina; Refer to website for dates and time. (Choose 1 day). Refresh your mind, body, and spirit with Mother Nature. Learn simple and effective methods for self-healing and energy enhancement by practicing gentle postures, breathing, and mind intentions. $15 per person. Reservations online or (408) 355-2201 Region: Almaden Quicksilver Topic: All Topics , Fitness , Health & Wellness , July , June , Learn , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Relax , Time-Sensitive |
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| Adv. #279 20 points
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Doggie Field Trip! Foster an adoptable dog from the Santa Clara County Animal Shelter for the day/weekend and take it on a hike in our County Parks! To receive points for this challenge you must take a photo of your team member(s) and flag with the dog wearing the ADOPT ME vest or bandana provided by Santa Clara County Animal Shelter in one of our County Parks. Please follow all park rules, and Santa Clara County Animal Shelter rules while fostering for the day/weekend. Follow link for more information. Region: Countywide Topic: All Topics , Dogs , Explore , Mountains , Nature , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Wildlife |
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Agents of Discovery! Transform your team into agents of discovery! Download the Agents of Discovery app and complete the Vasona Lake County Park Mission. For this challenge create a picture collage of at least one photo of your team and flag playing the game and another photo of a screen shot of the app showing all challenges completed on the top right. Don’t forget to create an account to save your completed challenges! Region: Vasona Topic: ADA , All Topics , Explore , Game , Kids , Learn , Park , People , Places , Play , PlayHere , Walk/Hike |
