The latest news on what is happening at Saved By Nature. |
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Fresh mountain air and breathtaking views await you on our fun and informative hikes. |
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City Nature Challenge 2021! Saved By Nature Board Vice President Teri Rogoway led a small group of citizen scientists on an adventure around Little Uvas Creek Open Space Preserve. Participants learned how to take photos of various plant and animal species to be uploaded for identification into the iNaturalist app. Focused on the collaborative aspect of people around the San Francisco Bay Area connecting to and documenting nature, data can be used to help managers protect natural areas by recording the presence of native and nonnative species. Follow us on YouTube. This program was funded in part by the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority Urban Grant Program. |
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Wild & Plantlife: Seasons of the Southern Coast Range (Community Hike) Saturday, May 15th 2021 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Rancho Canada del Oro Open Space Preserve Perfect for beginner hikers and families to enjoy the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains. We'll take you on a gentle stroll around the paved .5-mile Llagas Loop Trail. A creek runs along Llagas Meadow where we may see seasonal wildflowers, wild turkeys, and deer. The hike continues to the Longwall Canyon Trail in search of wildlife with lunch under a beautiful oak. The first part of this hike is wheelchair and stroller friendly. | | |
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Volunteer Models for Outdoor Photoshoots Sunday, May 16 and Monday, May 17 (Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve) and Tuesday, May 25 (Ulistac Natural Area). Limited spots available! The Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority is seeking volunteer models for a series of outdoor photoshoots this May. The photos will be candid and lightly posed shots of people enjoying nature together at local open spaces. Preference is for families with children, but all are welcome! If interested, please email Annamarie Pilon, Community Engagement Coordinator at apilon@openspaceauthority.org. | | |
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Habitat Havens: Protecting Wildlife Bridges (Community Hike) Wednesday, June 2nd 2021 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve Richard Tejeda, Founder of Saved By Nature, will lead a hike along the Heart’s Delight Trail to the Arrowhead Loop Trail. You’ll learn about Coyote Creek watershed, wildlife habitat & connectivity, and the use of oaks as a food resource. Short stops will give you a chance to take in the scenic views on your way to the picnic benches for lunch. | | |
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Discover Secrets of the Splendid Monarch Butterfly (Sketching with a Touch of Natural History) Friday, June 4th 2021 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM Ulistac Natural Area Monarch butterflies inspire us because of their beauty and extraordinary feats of long distance flight and navigation. They are stunning—flaunting broad wings of black and orange as adults and wearing festive striped pajamas as juveniles. For this exploration of natural history, we will combine art and science to uncover surprising relationships. Bring your colored pencils or watercolors and learn the tricks of the trade for drawing the different life stages. | | |
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Seniors Hike for Health Saturday, June 12th 2021 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Martial Cottle County Park Join us at Santa Clara County Parks' newest urban park, 287 acres, visitors can enjoy trails, green space and picnic areas. This hike will be focused on learning the Cottle family’s story and how agriculture remains an integral part of this historic ranch. | | |
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Wild & Plantlife: Seasons of the Southern Coast Range (Community Hike) Saturday, June 19th 2021 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Rancho Canada del Oro Open Space Preserve Perfect for beginner hikers and families to enjoy the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains. We'll take you on a gentle stroll around the paved .5-mile Llagas Loop Trail. A creek runs along Llagas Meadow where we may see seasonal wildflowers, wild turkeys, and deer. The hike continues to the Longwall Canyon Trail in search of wildlife with lunch under a beautiful oak. The first part of this hike is wheelchair and stroller friendly. | | |
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As a member of Saved By Nature, you become part of our family. We love our members because we couldn't do it without your support and participation. Our new partnership with Bay Nature Magazine will provide 2-year digital subscriptions to new SBN members. This fabulous, local resource will energize your nature explorations! We celebrate our new members: Individual Leslie Stobbe Pamela Helmke | | |
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2021 People in the Outdoors Grant We are happy to announce that Saved By Nature has been awarded a 2-year grant from REI Co-op! This will help us address important issues within the community and uplift our mission to expose, teach, and enlighten people of all backgrounds and abilities through environmental education ensuring mental, physical, and spiritual healing in nature. As a member-owned co-op, REI invests deeply in the outdoor community, supporting efforts that steward and maintain local trails and public lands and connect underrepresented groups to the outdoors. To learn more about the co-op’s investment click below. #EnvironmentalEducation #Inclusion #NatureForAll #OptOutside #RecreateResponsibly | | |
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Local Birds Pocket Guide – San Francisco Bay Area Get your bird on! Quickly identify over 200 notable local species of backyard/trail and shore/water birds of San Francisco Bay area. The two-sided, waterproof guide measures 4.5″ height by 5.5″ wide when folded, and 11″ height by 26″ wide fully opened. | | |
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Local Butterfly Pocket Guide – San Francisco Bay Area ““Quick-Guide” to commonly seen local butterflies of the San Francisco Bay Area. The reverse side identifies favorite food/larval & nectar plants for the garden. The two-sided, waterproof guide measures 5.5″ height by 6.5″ wide when folded, and 13″ height by 16.5″ wide fully opened. | | |
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Tracks North America “Quick Guide” to Commonly Seen Animal Tracks and Scats • Accurate identification • Simplified information about each track type • Two-sided, pocket-sized design that is flexible and light weight• Convenient folded size of 5.5″ x 6.5″, opens to 13″ x 16.5″ • Weather resistant lamination ensures long life | | |
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Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. | | |
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