We're seeking 4 volunteers to help with our Latino Conservation Celebration!
The Basics
Volunteer shift time
Date/Shift Time: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 5:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Program Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (please note that we will bring attendees out via a sensory walk around the ponds, and around 7:45 p.m. will arrive at the astronomers spot.
Location: Little Uvas Preserve 16541-16905 Uvas Rd, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Please note that this preserve is closed to the public and about 10 minutes past Rancho Canada del Oro.
Description: We are seeking some enthusiastic preserve stewards to help us facilitate parking, welcome table, hot cocoa and manage the gate during our Latino Conservation Celebration. Help us provide a one-of -a kind experience in the outdoors after dark. Attendees will join us for some tabling, there will be a sensory walk at sunset, and attendees will also get to see and appreciate the moon in it's waxing crescent phase. Cloudy or inclement weather if forecasted, volunteers will be directly informed by OSA staff
Pro-tips: Bring layers, good shoes, water, snacks, and everything you need to be self-sufficient for the event.
Please reach out to Kat Hill khill@openspaceauthority.org if you have any questions about the event.
Project Name for Reporting Hours: Educational Activity
What we told the public:
Join the Open Space Authority, San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) and US Fish and Wildlife to celebrate the beauty of nature and community for Latino Conservation Week! As the sun begins to set, we will embark on a guided sensory walk, taking the time to experience nature through sight, sound, touch and smell. We will listen for the evening chorus of frogs and discover the changing colors of the landscape at sunset. As darkness falls, our volunteer astrodocents will help us turn our eyes to the night sky. With telescopes, participants will have the opportunity to view the waxing crescent moon and learn about its phases and surface features. We hope you can join us to celebrate our community, connection, and the beauty of outdoors. Dress in layers and bring a red-flashlight to preserve your night vision. Bring water and a snack . Note that the walk to the moon viewing area can be rocky, so close-toed shoes are recommended. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
