Opportunities

Interpretive Docent Training Starting Wednesday January 14, 2026.Interpretive Docent Training with Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority will provide you with tools, techniques, and content to feel confident in leading programs for our agency. We ...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

Dealer's choice!!! Support request for hearty TM Volunteer support. Per conditions when the date arrives we will be addressing our trail corridors. Weed eating, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) support tackling invasive plants, or tread work make u...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking two sweeps to come help with a hike being led by one of our docents, Vib. She will be leading a 'Fresh Air and Flowers' type hike at Mayyan Ooyakma at 10:30 a.m. All hike helpers will need to be at the staging area at 10 a.m. and the h...

TM Volunteer support request for the Furtado Barn restoration site Sierra Vista OSP. We will be using hand tools and machine for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan support, addressing invasive plant communities. Never heard of invasive plants? T...

    Saturday, March 7, 2026, 12 - 2 PMCardoza ParkKennedy and N. Park Victoria DrivesJoin the Open Space Authority as we contribute to the City of Milpitas Holi Festival 2026! Milpitas' most colorful special event is the Holi Festival. The highl...

We are looking for service-oriented volunteers to help inspire the next generation of stewards! The Authority will be attending the Scouting Expo at Santa Clara High School  on March 7 from 11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in order to share about our public...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

John leading. He needs 2 sweeps to help with the walk. John will need to coordinate the pick up of keys to open the preserve and the restroom the week before the walk. 

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

Fresh Air and Flowers at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed!Please note: Shifts for March 8 start at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. All other shifts are listed below. To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem,...

Fresh Air and Flowers Hikes at Máyyan 'Ooyákma! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays. During this time, the public must sign up here for...

Fresh Air and Flowers at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed!Please note: Shifts for March 8 start at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. All other shifts are listed below. To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem,...

Dealer' Choice!!!TM Volunteer support request for trail corridor maintenance in Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve. Our goal is weed eating or trail brushing some main corridors at this popular preserve. Weather will help determine what we ...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

TM Volunteer support request for this day of weed eating at Blair Barn. Please arrive no later than 9:00 a.m. and park at the Barn. Per our wildfire preparation and fules management plan we will focus on the grounds around the main barn, sheds, and c...

The Open Space Authority is excited to support and participate in Mexica (May-she-cuh) New Year 2026. Help us engage with members of our community at fantastic annual event! OSA staff will provide a booth with Spanish language materials, games, furs...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

Habitat Protection Hikes at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays...

Habitat Protection Hikes at Máyyan 'Ooyákma! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays. During this time, the public must sign up here for a ...

The Open Space Authority is excited to support and participate in Mexica (May-she-cuh) New Year 2026. Help us engage with members of our community at fantastic annual event! OSA staff will provide a booth with Spanish language materials, games, furs...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

Habitat Protection Hikes at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays...

Habitat Protection Hikes at Máyyan 'Ooyákma! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays. During this time, the public must sign up here for a ...

Fresh Air and Flowers at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed!Please note: Shifts for March 8 start at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. All other shifts are listed below. To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem,...

What is the latest news with CVCAMP? What is Coyote Valley Discovery Days? Join us and find out!!!This presentation is exclusively for Open Space Authority and POST volunteers to get the latest about the CVCAMP project timeline, CVCAMP concept altern...

Dealer's choice!!! Support request for hearty TM Volunteer support. Per conditions when the date arrives we will be addressing our trail corridors. Weed eating, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) support tackling invasive plants, or tread work make u...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

Dealer's choice!!! Support request for hearty TM Volunteer support. Per conditions when the date arrives we will be addressing our trail corridors. Weed eating, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) support tackling invasive plants, or tread work make u...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking 3-4 docents to come help us with an exciting event co-hosted with the Coyote Valley Conservation Areas Master Plan at the Children's Discovery Museum!CVCAMP will be sharing alternative concepts for the Coyote Valley planning efforts an...

Dealer's choice!!! Support request for hearty TM Volunteer support. Per conditions when the date arrives we will be addressing our trail corridors. Weed eating, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) support tackling invasive plants, or tread work make u...

Volunteer Ambassadors needed for Nowruz! at Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose on March 21, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This fun, seasonal event will draw enthusiastic crowds and we hope to connect and share upcoming spring programming...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

Habitat Protection Hikes at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays...

Habitat Protection Hikes at Máyyan 'Ooyákma! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays. During this time, the public must sign up here for a ...

Fresh Air and Flowers at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed!Please note: Shifts for March 8 start at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. All other shifts are listed below. To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem,...

Fresh Air and Flowers Hikes at Máyyan 'Ooyákma! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays. During this time, the public must sign up here for...

Ed Rooks is leading.  He needs at least 1 sweep to help with the walk. 

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

TM Volunteer support request for trail weed eating work Little Uvas Open Space Preserve. This property is not open to the public on a regular basis, featuring three ponds, a small trail network, and an old ranch site it never fails to provide someth...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking three volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (in addition to Open Access Days, March 21/28) in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will perform patrols in the Habitat Protection Zone starti...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

We are seeking two volunteer Preserve Stewards each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in spring to support operations at MOCR. These volunteers will provide public engagement support in the gateway property using the welcome booth, b...

Habitat Protection Hikes at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays...

Habitat Protection Hikes at Máyyan 'Ooyákma! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays. During this time, the public must sign up here for a ...

Fresh Air and Flowers at Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve- Hike Sweeps Needed!Please note: Shifts for March 8 start at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. All other shifts are listed below. To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem,...

Fresh Air and Flowers Hikes at Máyyan 'Ooyákma! To help protect this sensitive and unique ecosystem, in March, April, and May the trails will be open by reservation ONLY on Saturdays and Sundays. During this time, the public must sign up here for...