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Plan for Survival

November 9, 2013 from 9am to 11am – Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Overcome potential obstacles and learn how to explore the great outdoors with confidence. Learn basic survival skills and techniques to help ensure you have safer adventures in parks and back-country… Organized by Santa Clara County Parks Staff | Type: recreation, class
Animal Drawing Class

November 9, 2013 from 10am to 11:30am – Hellyer County Park Learn to draw animals from mountain lion, bobcat, snake, bird and other mounted specimens. Carefully observe a variety of animals, practice new skills, and translate your observations into realistic… Organized by Santa Clara County Park Staff | Type: recreation, class

Ham and Turkey Time

November 10, 2013 from 9am to 11am – Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Come find out why wild pigs and turkeys are commonly seen in the park and how they got here. Did you know that neither species are “native Californians”? Meet at the campfire center by the RV campgro… Organized by Santa Clara County Park Staff | Type: recreation, class

Introduction to Geocaching

February 8, 2014 from 8:45am to 12pm – Almaden Quicksilver Join a Docent on a beginner’s geocaching adventure to find 6-7 hidden caches in the park. GPS units provided. Meet at the Wood Rd. parking lot. Bring sun protection, water, snacks and sturdy hiking… Organized by Santa Clara County Park Staff | Type: recreation, class

Hula Hoop Fitness Class

March 15, 2014 from 2pm to 3pm – Vasona No longer just child’s play, hula hoop has evolved into a fun form of fitness! Join us for a low impact yet energizing class using adult-size hoops. Learn the basics of moving a hoop around your tors… Organized by Santa Clara County Park Staff | Type: recreation, class

Bike Safety for Young Riders

April 6, 2014 from 8:30am to 10am – Hellyer Learn how to safely ride bikes on trails and roadways, then take an easy 4-mile ride along the Coyote Creek Parkway with a Park Ranger. Meet at west Cottonwood parking lot. Suitable for ages 9-12 wit… Organized by Santa Clara County Parks Staff | Type: recreation, program

Big Cat Predators

May 10, 2014 from 10am to 11am – Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch Discover behavioral attributes and hunting techniques of our largest big cat predator, the mountain lion. Learn why they are important members of our natural community and how they face challenges in… Organized by Santa Clara County Park Staff | Type: recreation, class

Sunday for Singles

November 2, 2014 from 1pm to 3pm – Pocono environmental Education Center Free. Enjoy a guided hike on a PEEC trail. This program is all about exploring nature and meeting new people. Organized by Pocono Environmental Ed Center | Type: recreation

Around the Campfire

December 7, 2014 from 4:30pm to 6pm – Pocono Environmental Education Center $5.00 Enjoy a lovely evening around the campfire. S'mores provided. Bring your favorite campfire song! Pre registration required. Organized by Pocono Environmental Ed Center | Type: recreation

Community Parks Workshop

February 26, 2019 from 4pm to 7pm – Ronald Reagan Community Center What does your neighborhood need? You can help decide the future of park space in El Cajon! You are invited to a Community Parks Workshop to see recreation ideas from the community and offer your op… Organized by SDRPF | Type: community, workshop, -, recreation