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MetroActive's Silicon Valley Calendar for September 3 - September 9, 1998

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Birds Plus!
See the shorebirds that fly in to feed during low tide when the rising water brings in fresh seafood on a leisurely two- to three-mile walk. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. Sep 9, 9:30am-12:30pm.
Wed, Sep 9 at 12am
Stevens Canyon Road near Highway 280, Cupertino MapIt!
(650)691-1200
Canoe Down the Labyrinth Canyon
UCSC Extension is offering a nine-day field study canoe ecotour of the canyon in Southeast Utah. Call for more information. Sep 25-Oct 3
Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 25 at 12am
(408)427-6610
Earthquake Walk
Learn how the San Andreas Fault has left its imprint on the surrounding landscape on a leisurely two-mile hike. Meet at the parking lot. Sep 6, 2-4:30pm.
Sun, Sep 6 at 12am
Page Mill Road, Palo Alto MapIt!
(650)691-1200
Explorer Hike
Leisurely three- to four-mile hike. Meet at the Whittemore Gulch entrance. Sep 9, 11am-2pm.
Wed, Sep 9 at 12am
Skyline Boulevard, MapIt!
(650)691-1200
Neighbors for a Better Dale Drive
This community 3-on-3 basketball tournament is run and organized by youth and community volunteers to build community and raise money. Call for more information. Sep 5-6.
Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 6 at 12am
4601 Hyland Ave, San Jose MapIt!
(408)926-3462
Nuts and Berries
Search for ripened Madrone berries, hazelnuts, wild currant and various types of acorns on a moderately strenuous seven-mile hike. Sep 7, 9am-1pm.
Mon, Sep 7 at 12am
Skyline Boulevard, MapIt!
(650)691-1200
Ron's Wildlife Run
Youth Science Institute announces a 5K timed run and 10K, 5K and 2K event. Proceeds benefit education programs for Santa Clara County youth. Call for more information. Sep 13, 7am.
Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 13 at 12am
(408)356-4945
San Jose Spitfires vs. New Jersey Diamonds
Sep 8-11, 7pm.
Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 11 at 12am
Alma Avenue and Senter Road, San Jose CA MapIt!
Scenic Aerobic Hike
Enjoy a brisk four-mile hike and learn some history of the area. Sep 9, 10am-noon.
Wed, Sep 9 at 12am
(650)691-1200
Seven Springs Ramble
Take a three-mile hike. Bring a snack and a warm coat. Carpool if possible due to limited parking. Reservations required. Sep 4, 6-8:30pm.
Fri, Sep 4 at 12am
Prospect Road, Cupertino MapIt!
(650)691-1200
Sunnyvale Walk-Fit
Meet in the center court for a self-paced, indoor walking program. Group stretching is led by a certified exercise physiologist. Free blood-pressure screenings are offered. Health-care professionals give talks every Mon, 8:30am. Free. Every Mon, Wed and Fri, 8:30am.
Wed, Jun 17 - Thu, Dec 31 at 12am
2505 Town Center Lane, Sunnyvale MapIt!
(408)276-0425
Wetland Boat Tour
See and photograph otters, seals and birds during a two-hour guided boat tour. Reservations required. Sep 4, 1pm; Sep 5, 1:30pm; Sep 6, 2:30pm; Sep 7, 9:30am.
Fri, Sep 4 at 12am
1700 Elkhorn Rd, Watsonville CA MapIt!
(831)633-5555