# Holiday Hike & Hands-on Fun!

> Event for families in the San Jose–Sunnyvale–Santa Clara area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Where: Environmental Volunteers EcoCenter, 2560 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
- Ages: Perfect for all ages
- Price: Price not printed; walk sign-ups via Eventbrite, activities drop-in
- Organizer: Environmental Volunteers
- Official page: https://www.environmentalvolunteers.org/
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

Environmental Volunteers hosts a holiday day of outdoor exploration at the Palo Alto Baylands and its EcoCenter. Guided nature walks leave at 10:30am, 11:30am and 1pm; space on each walk is limited, so EV recommends signing up in advance through its Eventbrite site. From 10am to 2pm, hands-on activities and nature crafts are open to drop-in visitors, and families can stay for the whole day or just a short visit. EV describes the event as suitable for all ages, from nature enthusiasts to anyone looking for a different way to spend a December Saturday with friends and family.

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