Upcoming CNPS SCV Events and Activities - Mar 25, 2026
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Mar 24, 2026, 3:01:58 PMMar 24
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Dear Friends,
Check out our chapter's upcoming events:
[1] Chapter Meetings
(a) Native Plant ID - Spring Wildflowers Celebration
TODAY – Tuesday, Mar 24 · 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Peninsula Conservation Center, 3921 E Bayshore Rd · Palo Alto
In March and April we expect an abundance of spring wildflowers to look at. Bring in samples of flowers that you would like to identify if you have permission to collect them. If you see some flowers on hikes on public lands, take photos. For identification purposes we need a close-up photo or photos showing all the flower parts as well as photos of the leaves and a whole plant photo to show the growth form. Send your photos to the email below no later than the Sunday before the meeting..
(b) Photo Group Meeting
Friday, Mar 27, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Zoom
The CNPS SCV Photo Group meets via zoom on 4th Fridays, 7-9pm. In this supportive peer group, beginners and experts are equally welcome. Folks who just want to see pictures and hear photo tips are welcome too. Register at the Meetup link; presenters can sign up for a 20-minute slot (see SignupGenius linked from the event).
[2] Field Trips
(a) Tulare Hill Wildflower Walk (San Jose)
Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 · 9:40 am - 1:00 pm
Location: meet at Flames Coffee Shop, 7170 Santa Teresa Blvd · San Jose, CA
Join Craige Edgerton and Alyssa LoGalbo on a wildflower walk at Tulare Hill. The hill and surrounding 330 acres (130 ha) of serpentine grasslands are home to the endangered Bay checkerspot butterfly and Dudleya setchellii wildflower. A portion of the hill makes up the Tulare Hill Ecological Preserve.The walk will be 2-3 miles and includes a short walk up the hill, about 300 ft elevation gain>.RSVP is required to join the hike. Please ensure your CNPS membership is current. Space is limited. No drop-ins, please.
(b) Tour Roberto Adobe & Sunol House Garden (San Jose)
Sunday, Mar 29, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Roberto Adobe & Sunol House Museum, 770 Lincoln Ave, San José, CA 95126
Join co-leaders Julisa Soto and Vicki Silvas-Young for a walking tour of the newly installed ethnobotanic garden at this historic site. Over 100 locally native plant species are growing in the garden. Each plant represents its use during one of four major eras of regional transformation: Indigenous ancestral homelands, the Spanish colonial period, the Mexican rancho era and early American statehood.Julisa Soto organized community members to create the garden. Each plant tells a story of cultural use, ecological function and the deep relationships Indigenous communities have maintained for thousands of years. As we tour the garden we'll learn how traditional ecological knowledge continues to influence biodiversity and land stewardship.The garden's walking path made of level, decomposed granite and the walk is wheelchair accessible. Light refreshments will be served.RSVP is required to join the walk. No drop-ins please and space is limited
[3] Volunteers Needed
CNPS SCV is a volunteer-run organization. Please consider if you have time to keep events running smoothly by filling this vital role.
(a) Volunteer at a Museum Garden: Plant Native Santa Clara Valley Species
Friday, Mar 27, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Roberto Adobe & Sunol House Museum, 770 Lincoln Ave, San José, CA 95126
Help plant locally native Santa Clara Valley species to support pollinators, biodiversity, and living history at this historic site. Volunteers will learn about gardening with native plants, ethnobotany, keystone species, and practical ways to foster ecological resilience. The session begins with a garden tour, followed by a planting demonstration and hands‑on work in small groups. We’ll break for sandwiches midway through and conclude with an optional tour of the historic museum that spans sovereign Indigenous American, Spanish, Mexican, and U.S. eras, which is certified as an Interpretive Site of the Anza Trail and included in the Passport 2 History program.Please email Julisa Soto at julisasot...@gmail.com if you have food restrictions, preferences, or any questions!
(b) Help preparing 2026 Growing Natives Garden Tour
TOMORROW – Wednesday, Mar 25, 10:00 am - 1:00PM
Location: will be emailed to you after signing up
Before the annual Growing Natives Garden Tour, the committee gathers to prepare bags of supplies, including our custom T-shirts, for each garden. It is a fun social event as well as a work session. If you are curious about how we put a tour of over 50 gardens, this is a great opportunity. Meet the committee and help us keep the tour running smoothly. The packing party will be at Madeline Morrow's home close to the Saratoga Ave. exit off 85. No knowlege of plants is needed.
[4] Chapter Restoration Activities
RSVP is required for all Chapter restoration activities, along with signed waiver forms. Please see the individual listings for details.
(a) Habitat Restoration at Alum Rock Park
Wednesday, Mar 25 and Monday, Mar 30, both at 8:30 am
Location: Alum Rock Park, San Jose (meeting spot varies; email contact provided on page)
Come help us weed non-native, invasive plants at this natural gem of San Jose. Our habitat restoration efforts allow the native plants to “come to light.” Forms and reservations are required to volunteer. For the Monday/Wednesday workdays, the meeting spot varies, so please contact Todd Hayes at ultra...@gmail.com for more information and instructions on where to park.
(b) Edgewood Restoration
Wednesday Mar 25, 5:30 pm
Friday Mar 27, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve (Redwood City)
Help restore habitat at Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, known for fabulous wildflowers and amazing diversity. Weeders see far more than weeds: we get to be up close to the native plants, some of which are seen only by weeders. To participate, join the email list and sign the electronic volunteer agreement, by sending an email to weed-warr...@friendsofedgewood.org.
(c) Habitat Restoration at Cataldi Park
Saturday, Mar 28, 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Location: Cataldi Park — 1797 Bethany Ave, San Jose
Join us to restore habitat in Cataldi Park, San Jose, to prepare it for the 2026 Growing Natives Garden Tour. We are planting and maintaining native plants in a 1/2-acre area of the park off Bethany Ave. Activities include planting, pruning, sheet mulching, irrigation setup, and general maintenance.
(d) Habitat Restoration at Cunningham Park
Saturday, Mar 28, 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: Native Garden Parking Lot, Lake Cunningham — 2305 S. White Road, San Jose
Join us to restore habitat (weeding and mulching) in the Native Garden at Lake Cunningham Park. During the winter months, we plant, water, weed, and mulch. See the Meetup link for detailed information about the location.
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