It’s springtime! Join Docent Naturalists Martin Manley, Dave Kocsis, and Linda Smith to check out the wildflowers nourished by the winter rains. On this moderately-paced hike along the Zinfandel and Orchard Loop trails, you’ll observe several different plant communities that are found in this relatively small preserve and see what creatures might be lurking in the pond. Bring a lunch to enjoy at the picnic tables by Stevens Creek. At the end you’ll have the option for a little wine tasting at the Picchetti Winery on your own. (Note: a shortened version of this hike will go ahead in light or moderate rain; it can be a wonderful time to hike in this preserve if you have good raingear.)
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.