It's spring-time! Join docents naturalists Martin Manley and Linda Smith for a hike to discover wildflowers that were nourished by winter rains. En route you'll see the varieties of plant communities found in this relatively small preserve and search for creatures inhabiting the seasonal pond. Bring a lunch to enjoy at the picnic tables down by Stevens Creek. At the end of the trip you'll have the option for a little wine tasting on your own at the Picchetti Winery. (Note: a shortened version of this hike will go ahead in light or moderate rain – it can be a wonderful time to be outside if you have good raingear.) Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after March 5 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close March 18 at 2:00 p.m.
Meet at the preserve parking lot on Montebello Road. From the intersection of I-280 and Foothill Expressway, go 3.5 miles southwest (toward the mountains) on Foothill Boulevard/Stevens Canyon Road. Turn right on Montebello Rd. The preserve is 0.5 miles up Montebello Rd. on the left.