Nature’s Embrace in Santa Teresa Park:Mindful hike 2

**Event:** 191n**Distance:** 7.10 milesn**Total Elevation:** 1,227 ft.n**Difficulty:** 6.5 out of 10n**Route type:** Loopn**Gathering location:**n37°12’49.8″N 121°47’08.3″WnPlease use only google maps for navigation.nn**Hike Overview:**nSanta Teresa County Park is located in the Santa Teresa Hills ten miles south of downtown San Jose. This diverse 1,673-acre park, rich in history, offers spectacular views from its trails above the Almaden and Santa Clara Valleys. The secluded upland valleys of the park provide a quiet interlude for exploring the natural environment minutes away from the surrounding developed areas.nnWe’ll gather at 8:45 am but hiking will start promptly at 9 am.nThere are rocks on the trail, so please watch your steps.nThe trail may be muddy, so please have suitable boots.nThe end time of the hike is estimated.nThere is a picnic area at this park, you can bring your breakfast and enjoy it there.nn**Parking:** There is a $10 vehicle day-use fee.n*You should pay Here*: 37.21441488899715, -121.78920863566726nYou can park here: 37.21389879514622, -121.78591166037839nn**Be Prepared:** Please wear layered clothing, sturdy and comfortable shoes/boots, sunscreen and/or hat. Bring snacks, plenty of water, and a good attitude! Dogs are allowed but must be on leash.nn**Do Not Attend:** If you’re experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have compromised immune systems, or if you’ve been exposed to or tested positive for COVID-19.nn**Legal Disclaimers:** By voluntarily joining us for any event, you hereby RELEASE and DISCHARGE Nature Bloomers’ organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, and causes of action arising in whole or in part out of our events. Your attendance implies your consent to be in the photos and videos.