--- title: Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority News | Events (3) description: Events | (3) image: //www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/openspace_thumb.jpg --- [![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/icons/main-logo.svg?v3)](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/) [![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_logo-sm.png)](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/) - [Events](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/events.html) - [News](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/) - [Grants](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/programs/urban-grant-programs.html) - [Current Agendas](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/public-information/public-meetings.html) - [Preserves](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves.html) - [Coyote Valley](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/coyotevalley.html) - [Coyote Ridge](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/coyoteridge.html) - [Rancho Cañada del Oro](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/rancho.html) - 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[Coyote Valley Wildlife Research](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/planning-coyote-valley/coyote-valley-wildlife-research.html) - [Our Projects](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/conservation-projects.html) - [Agriculture](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/agriculture.html) - [Land Protection](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-protection.html) - [Land Stewardship ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_chevron-right.png)](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship.html) - [Wildlife](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship/wildlife.html) - [Grazing](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship/grazing.html) - [Wildfire Prevention](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship/wildfire-prevention.html) - [Stewardship](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship/stewardship.html) - [Programs](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/programs.html) - 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[FAQ](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/faq.html) - [History ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_chevron-right.png)](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/history.html) - [25th Anniversary Year](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/history/25th-anniversary-year.html) - [Awards & Distinctions](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/awards-distinctions.html) - [Staff](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/staff.html) - [Careers](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/careers.html) - [Contact Us](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/contact-us.html) Menu [![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_logo-sm.png)](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_close.png) [Sierra Vista](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/sierra.html) [Rancho Cañada del Oro](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/rancho.html) [Coyote Valley](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/coyotevalley.html) [Coyote Ridge](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/coyoteridge.html) - 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[Wildlife](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship/wildlife.html) - [Grazing](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship/grazing.html) - [Wildfire Prevention](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship/wildfire-prevention.html) - [Stewardship](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/our-work/land-stewardship/stewardship.html) - [Programs](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/programs.html) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_chevron-down.png) - [Investing in Nature](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/programs/investing-in-nature.html) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_chevron-down.png) - [Five-year Report to the Community](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/programs/investing-in-nature/five-year-report-to-the-community.html) - [Understanding Our Community](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/programs/understanding-our-community.html) - 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[Acknowledgements](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/volunteers/acknowledgements.html) - [Volunteer Login](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/volunteers/volunteer-portal.html) - [Public Information](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/public-information.html) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_chevron-down.png) - [Board of Directors](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/public-information/board-of-directors.html) - [Committees](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/public-information/committees.html) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_chevron-down.png) - [Citizens’ Advisory Committee](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/public-information/committees/citizens’-advisory-committee.html) - [Measure Q Expenditure Oversight Committee](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/public-information/committees/measure-q-expenditure-oversight-committee.html) - [Board Committees](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/public-information/committees/board-committees.html) - 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[FAQ](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/faq.html) - [History](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/history.html) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_chevron-down.png) - [25th Anniversary Year](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/history/25th-anniversary-year.html) - [Awards & Distinctions](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/awards-distinctions.html) - [Staff](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/staff.html) - [Careers](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/careers.html) - [Contact Us](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/about-us/contact-us.html) [Events](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/preserves/events.html) [News](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/) [Grants](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/programs/urban-grant-programs.html) [Current Agendas](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/public-information/public-meetings.html) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_close.png) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_search.png) ![](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/themes/theme_openspace/assets/images/hubspot/hs_close.png) E. G.: [Coyote Valley](https://www.openspaceauthority.org/search-results.html?q=Coyote+Valley) # News! Sign up for the e-newsletter [![181010_MAC_0198](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/181010_MAC_0198.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/2nd-annual-freshman-volunteer-day-with-the-harker-school) ## [2nd Annual Freshman Volunteer Day with The Harker School](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/2nd-annual-freshman-volunteer-day-with-the-harker-school) For the second year in a row, the freshman class at The Harker School participated in the Authority’s largest Land Steward service day at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve. Over 200 students and staff spent the day helping with trail maintenance and joining in several environmental educational lessons. [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/2nd-annual-freshman-volunteer-day-with-the-harker-school) November 07, 2018 [![RCAN - People - D.Mauk - May-9-2018 - 4](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/RCAN%20-%20People%20-%20D.Mauk%20-%20May-9-2018%20-%204.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/optoutside-its-good-for-your-health) ## [#OptOutside - It's Good for Your Health!](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/optoutside-its-good-for-your-health) A growing body of research finds that being outdoors, in open space, can have significant benefits to your physical and mental health. In the 1970’s, noted biologist E.O. Wilson shared the hypothesis that humans have an instinctual love of nature, an idea he called “biophilia.” In more recent decades, neuroscientists have started to find support for these theories in studies of the brain. [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/optoutside-its-good-for-your-health) November 06, 2018 [![OSA HQ - 25th Anniversary Gala - D.Mauk - 15-Sep-2018 - 357](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/OSA%20HQ%20-%2025th%20Anniversary%20Gala%20-%20D.Mauk%20-%2015-Sep-2018%20-%20357.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/progress-partnerships-and-the-path-forward) ## [Progress, Partnerships, and the Path Forward: 25 Years of Protecting Open Spaces](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/progress-partnerships-and-the-path-forward) Last month, the Open Space Authority celebrated the agency’s 25th Anniversary Year with local elected officials and close community partners. General Manager Andrea Mackenzie shared her thoughts on a quarter of a century spent protecting open space in the Santa Clara Valley and what lies ahead. [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/progress-partnerships-and-the-path-forward) October 03, 2018 [![bats-960x540](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/bats-960x540.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/in-search-of-bats) ## [In Search of Bats!](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/in-search-of-bats) Bats are fascinating animals that have long carried a negative reputation. These mysterious flying mammals are often the symbol of spooky season, but are often the subject of superstitions, folklore, and fear. They have also been touted as pests or unclean. In reality, there is little to fear about these animals. They are shy, intelligent creatures that play a vital and underappreciated role in our ecosystem and economy. Keep reading to learn more.  [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/in-search-of-bats) October 03, 2018 [![WBA_Rancho-Canada-OSP_20180729_73002_RCDO-sunrise-JPG1200-1](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/WBA_Rancho-Canada-OSP_20180729_73002_RCDO-sunrise-JPG1200-1.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/summer-sunrise-photography-in-the-preserves) ## [Summer Sunrise Photography in the Preserves](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/summer-sunrise-photography-in-the-preserves) When was the last time you got up before dawn just to enjoy the sunrise? In the blazing heat of the Santa Clara Valley summer, early morning is the perfect time to get out in nature to enjoy cool air and the beautiful morning light, but there’s no doubt it can be hard to get motivated for this without some company. [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/summer-sunrise-photography-in-the-preserves) September 05, 2018 [![diablo-foothills-1](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/diablo-foothills-1.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/join-us-in-october-for-the-diablo-foothills-walk-bike-and-ride-open-weekends) ## [Join us in October for the Diablo Foothills Walk, Bike, and Ride Open Weekends](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/join-us-in-october-for-the-diablo-foothills-walk-bike-and-ride-open-weekends) For three consecutive weekends in October and early November, the Open Space Authority will be opening up the currently by-reservation-only Diablo Foothills preserve just south of Gilroy to members of the public. As part of the Authority’s continued effort [to expand public access](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/connecting-people-to-nature-authority-board-approves-public-access-projects) to its 22,000 acres of managed lands, this event will help our community learn about these protected open spaces, their wildlife and natural resources, and habitat restoration plans. [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/join-us-in-october-for-the-diablo-foothills-walk-bike-and-ride-open-weekends) September 05, 2018 [![Space Rangers](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/Space%20Rangers.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/junior-open-space-explorers-program) ## [Join the Junior Open Space Explorers Program](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/junior-open-space-explorers-program) #### Blast off into nature with our Space Guardians! Our Field Staff have some very down-to-earth responsibilities that involve the preservation and guardianship of our open spaces as well helping the public, from providing interpretive information and answering questions, to monitoring the trails to help ensure public safety. As you can see in the photo above, they like to have a lot of fun and look forward to meeting you out on the trails. Be sure to stop by and say hello the next time you see them!  Ever wondered what it takes to be a guardian of our Open Spaces? This August, we’re excited to introduce the next series in the Junior Open Space Explorers Program. This engaging summer day program is for kids and adults to meet our field staff and learn about the tools of the trade. [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/junior-open-space-explorers-program) August 02, 2018 [![Children learning - OSA - 01-07-2012](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/Children%20learning%20-%20OSA%20-%2001-07-2012.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/open-space-explorers) ## [New Open Space Explorers Summer Day Program](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/open-space-explorers) Know any kids that are looking for opportunities to get outside? This summer, we’re excited to introduce Open Space Explorers, a new summer day program offering school-age kids and their families the chance to get outside and learn about nature. [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/open-space-explorers) July 04, 2018 [![IMG_3787](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/IMG_3787.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/summer-family-fun-in-nature) ## [Summer Family Fun in Nature](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/summer-family-fun-in-nature) *Finger painting scenes of nature – Plein Air Finger painting workshop on May 5, 2018 at Alviso Adobe Park, Milpitas.* As part of our mission, we encourage people to connect with nature, and better yet – to bring their families. The Authority leads many community events in our local parks and open space preserves each month, many of which are kid-friendly and open to all ages. From nature walks, wildlife and stargazing demonstrations, arts and crafts, picnics, and more, providing opportunities for kids to get outside and explore nature are at the heart of the Authority’s summer programming. [Read More](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/summer-family-fun-in-nature) June 06, 2018 [![IMG_4112](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/hubfs/IMG_4112.jpg)](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/the-authority-heads-out-on-the-openroad-june-24th) ## [The Authority heads Out on the Openroad June 24th](https://news.openspaceauthority.org/blog/the-authority-heads-out-on-the-openroad-june-24th) Tune in to channel 4 on June 24th for this special event as we continue to celebrate our 25th Anniversary Year on NBC Bay Area’s OpenRoad with Doug McConnell! This weekly television show features the natural, historical, and cultural treasures of Northern California with a focus on protected lands. 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