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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · 4d

South Bay adventures are calling! Take a day trip to see the landscapes and local gems that make South San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and San Martin shine. ☀️

Scenic Open Spaces (and Side Quests) in Southern Santa Clara County

Locals and visitors alike will enjoy these hiking and other day trip options in Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and beyond.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · 4d

We spotted three bucks and thought: that’s a solid return on investment. 🦌 💰 Every acre of protected open space is a home for wildlife like these, keeping ecosystems strong for generations to come.

📍 Bear Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve, Los Gatos, CA

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Sempervirens Fund @sempervirensfund.bsky.social · 11d

We love this fun-gi filled day to celebrate some of the hardest workers in the redwood ecosystem. 🍄 Mushrooms help recycle nutrients, nurture roots, and feed new life in the forest. Happy #NationalMushroomDay! 🍄‍🟫

📸 Photo Credits:
1. Amanda Krauss
2. Ian Bornarth
3. Orenda Randuch

A group of small, delicate mushrooms growing among fallen, orange-brown pine needles on the forest floor.

Close-up image of two mushrooms with textured brown caps, growing among fallen leaves.

Close-up of a morel mushroom emerging from a forest floor covered in brown leaves.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · 12d

Trail professionals and nature stewards: this webinar’s for you. Tomorrow, join POST's Zionne Fox from 10 a.m. - 11. a.m. PST to explore an approach to sustainable trail design grounded in relationship, humility, and ecological wisdom. https://bit.ly/3WrMUOV

Trail Design in an Animate World - American Trails

Connecting and transforming communities through the power of trails.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · 19d

Big news for local conservation! 🌿 We have permanently protected 668 acres in the Upper Pajaro River Valley, where Santa Clara and San Benito Counties meet. This project strengthens climate resilience, supports local farms, and restores vital habitat in an important wildlife corridor.

POST Acquires 668 Acres Within Upper Pajaro River Valley

Three connected properties represent an opportunity to demonstrate the regional benefits of agriculture and environmental restoration working together.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · 19d

That's us! 👋 We are the Palo Alto environmental group.

The Mercury News @mercurynews.com · 20d

Palo Alto environmental group buys three farms for $7.8 million trib.al/dsG3QCU

Palo Alto environmental group buys three farms for $7.8 million

Properties along Santa Clara-San Benito County line total 668 acres, are latest in a new trend

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · 19d

Queers of a Feather is flocking to Gilroy! 🐦🌈

Join LGBTQ+ community members and allies on Oct 11 for a joyful day of birding, nature, and connection. No experience necessary!

Oct 11 - Queers of a Feather (LGBTQ+ Birding Event)

Join us on this LGBTQ+, beginner-friendly birding outing with experienced facilitators and find your flock.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · 21d

Mark your calendars for October 6 (tonight!), November 5, and December 4, because it's supermoon season. We've got the Hunter's Moon, the Beaver Moon, and the Cold Moon respectively. 🏹🌝

The first supermoon of the year is approaching. Here's what to know

The first supermoon of the year is almost here. The moon will appear slightly larger and brighter on Monday. It's the first of three supermoons this year.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · 27d

Everyone in every Bay Area neighborhood deserves access to the life-giving benefits of trees. Think cleaner air, cooler temperatures, and improved mental and physical health. That’s tree equity! And who better to break it down for us than Canopy's Teen Urban Foresters? https://bit.ly/4nJAAVz

Tree Equity 101: Why Bay Area Neighborhoods Need Trees to Thrive

Everyone deserves ample access to trees. We're proud to be learning about tree equity and urban forestry alongside our partners at Canopy.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Sep 27

From Golden Gate Park to the South Bay hills, coyote sightings are becoming more common. Conservation scientist Dr. Christine Wilkinson shares research about coyote behavior and insights into how our species can safely coexist. Watch the recorded webinar here: https://bit.ly/425at3g

Coexisting with Coyotes: Behavior, Balance, and Safety in the Bay Area (Online Event)

YouTube video by Peninsula Open Space Trust - POST

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Sep 26

🎵 Get your motor runnin' ... head out on the highway! 🎶 Check out these daytrip recs along scenic Highway 9, a mountainous, tree-lined thoroughfare with plenty of nature-y stops along the way. https://openspacetrust.org/blog/highway-9/

Best Stops Along California's Highway 9

Here are the best hikes, eateries, and shops along Highway 9, the route connecting downtown Los Gatos to downtown Santa Cruz.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Sep 25

This rain is unseasonal but is it "earthquake weather?"
Earthquakes happen pretty evenly regardless of weather. Big shifts in air pressure from storms like typhoons and hurricanes can sometimes lead to tiny earthquakes in Earth's crust but these are statistically insignificant.
So short answer? No🤪

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Save Mount Diablo @savemountdiablo.bsky.social · Sep 22

Today is officially the first day of fall, but we're still experiencing some of that toasty summer-like weather. Don’t let the heat keep you stuck inside! 🌞

Check out these six beautiful local places, and enjoy nature!

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6 East Bay Parks to Enjoy on Hot Summer Days

Summer is here and the weather is heating up. Long summer days make this time of year fantastic for some outside fun. Don’t let the hot days keep you away…

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Sep 23

🥾 How do YOU use local trails? A 2-year regional study led by the Santa Cruz Mountains Stewardship Network asked just that—and the findings are in. POST was proud to be part of this effort! https://bit.ly/3ICDgFw

Shaping the Future of Trails in the Santa Cruz Mountains

Are our trails working for everyone? Researchers spoke with locals to learn what’s working, what’s missing, and what people dream of.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Sep 11

🚴‍♂️ Join us, @greenfoothills and partners on Sept 13 for a community bike ride through Coyote Valley! Explore how this unique landscape connects over one million acres of core habitat while supporting vital environmental functions. 🌿 Register now!
https://bit.ly/47CyDpl

#CoyoteValleyBikeTour

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Sep 9

Isn't it fascinating that a simple acorn holds everything needed to sprout a majestic oak tree? 🌳 As a vital food source for a variety of wildlife, acorns play a crucial role in California's oak ecosystems. This life-sustaining harvest begins each September when they ripen and fall to the ground.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Aug 13

Hi there! We'd recommend reaching out to Coastside Land Trust, since they manage the property and will have a better sense of any barriers to access. They are definitely in the process of expanding the trail with universal access in mind: www.coastsidelandtrust.org/wavecrest-tr...

Wavecrest Trail Extension — Coastside Land Trust

Wavecrest Trail Expansion

www.coastsidelandtrust.org

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Aug 8

The CZU and SCU Lightning Complex fires of 2020 were an intense, often harrowing part of our region’s recent history, and their impact on our open spaces is still unfolding. The good news? Nature is rebounding like a pro. Here's where you can get outdoors in the Bay Area and see for yourself!

Nature’s Comeback: Five Bay Area Parks to See Wildfire Recovery Up Close

Read on to learn about science, plus which parks you can visit to see wildfire recovery on dazzling display.

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CAL FIRE @calfire.bsky.social · Jul 28

Happy World Conservation Day! 🌲
CAL FIRE’s Demonstration State Forests protect California’s diverse plants, animals & fungi—and serve as living labs for sustainable forest management.

Celebrate with our retro-style coloring page! 🎨👇
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#WorldConservationDay #Conservation

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Jul 22

At 7 p.m. on a Thursday, your brain deserves more than feeling mushy and fatigued from an endless scroll spiral. On 7/24, join us for an energizing look at how prescribed burns, traditional knowledge, and science all shape the future of California’s forests.

Fire in Bay Area Forests: Friend, Foe, or Frenemy? (Online Event)

Learn about prescribed burns & Bay Area forest health in POST's free July 24 webinar. Discover how "good fire" protects California forests. Register now!

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Jul 17

Shh... what’s that sound? A sudden shake, a soft slither, a stunning species that's seriously misunderstood. Rattlesnakes may startle, but they’re shy guys at heart. Stay alert, step with care, and share the trail—these scaly serpents just want space, not showdowns.

Bessst Practices for Hiking in Rattlesnake Country

Rattlesnakes deserve a fair shake. Armed with a little knowledge, safely hiking in rattlesnake country is really no sweat.

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Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter @sierraclublp.bsky.social · Jul 17

The Forest Management Educational hike is this Sunday, the 20th. Sign up today! 🌲🌳💖

Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter @sierraclublp.bsky.social · Jul 12

Join our Forest Protection Committee & Outings, & San Mateo County Resource Conservation District & hike Butano State Park. Learn about recent work including tree & understory removal, & prescribed fire to help recovery from logging, fire suppression, & wildfires. 🌲🌳💖
RSVP tinyurl.com/2s3ztx6h

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Landis Communications Inc (Landis) @landiscomm.bsky.social · Jul 16

Looking for more ways to get out in nature before the end of July? (Client) @postlandtrust.bsky.social has several upcoming events that you won't want to miss.

Click the link below for more info:
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#ExploreNature #BayAreaHikes #ConservationMatters #GetOutside

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Jul 15

For 1,200 years, this monumental redwood has stood watch while the world around it transformed. It’s seen wildfire, multiple waves of colonization, the advent of cars, the reshaping of entire landscapes, and more. If you're ever in San Mateo County, you can see its ancient splendor up close!

The Story of An Old-Growth Redwood

Learn about Methuselah, a famous tree on the Peninsula. Take a trip through time and hear the stories this old-growth redwood has to tell.

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Peninsula Open Space Trust @postlandtrust.bsky.social · Jul 11

Decades of fire suppression, hotter temperatures, and development in fire-prone areas have fueled today’s megafires. Learn how we got here, what it means for those of us here in the Bay Area, and what we can do to reduce risk and build resilience.

Wildfire in the Bay Area: Are We at Risk of a Megafire like L.A.’s?

Statewide, megafires are a powerful reminder of how quickly disasters can put our families, homes, ecosystems, and communities at risk.

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