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The coming of Spring means lots of new beginnings at Midpen. The Board of Directors has voted to move forward with a June 3, 2014, bond measure to fund current and future projects of high priority. Demolition is complete at Mount Umunhum--which allows us to create a safe space for some special birds, and at long last the new staging area has opened at El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve. This month's FREE outdoor activities include lots of wildflower hikes through the Preserves.
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 Upcoming Funding Measure
On February 26, the Midpen Board of Directors voted unanimously to place a general obligation bond measure on the June 3, 2014 ballot. The decision came after a long public process to help shape the direction and priorities of the District into the future. The resulting vision plan reflects the public’s priorities to expand, enhance, and connect regional trails and open space areas, to preserve open space, and to complete restoration projects.
The measure requires a two-thirds vote in Midpen’s jurisdiction across San Mateo and Santa Clara counties and a portion of unincorporated Santa Cruz County.
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 Vision Plan Interactive Map
Explore the Top 25 Open Space Projects that were identified through Midpen's Vision Planning process. A new interactive story map allows you to learn about the projects and where they will take place.
See the Map>>
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 A Room with a View
Last month, Midpen volunteers installed special nest boxes for the Purple Martin (Progne subsis) at the summit of Mount Umunhum. During the course of the District's work on the mountain, the birds--long thought to be absent from the area--were discovered.
The Mount Umunhum project is an excellent example of the capacity of Midpen to carry out all three parts of our mission statement in one project: to preserve open space, to protect and restore the natural environment, and to provide opportunities for ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education.
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 El Corte de Madera Creek OSP
Staging Area NOW OPEN!
Midpen is happy to announce that construction of the new Staging Area and extension of the Sierra Morena Trail has been completed.
The Staging Area includes:
- 65 Parking Spaces
- 4 Equestrian Parking Spaces
- Vault Toilet Restrooms
- Bike Rack
- Sign Boards
- Direct Connection to the Preserve’s Trail Network
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 A Bird's Eye View of Midpen
Take to the skies for a view of Midpen's 62,000 acres and 26 preserves. Enjoy this video tour hosted by Doug McConnell and see your open space from a new perspective.
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 Wildflower Wandering
As Spring begins, many of our docent-led hikes are on the lookout for wildflowers in the Preserves. Hopefully the recent rains will help Midpen's flora florish and there will be fields of flowers for you to enjoy!
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Final Call for Entries
