Oct 18, 2009: Photographer's Tour of Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs
Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs
Gilroy, CA
Once the romping grounds of the Bay Area elite since 1866, Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs (GYHS) offers and peaceful escape from the hectic pace of Silicon Valley business.
GYHS has been closed to the public for 47 years. This historic landmark features a mineral well, 20 sturctures in varying degress of aging (cabins, bathhouses, shrine, footbridge, pools), mature manzanita grove, bamboo, sequoia.
This is an opportunity to hone photography skills, record a moment in history, and enjoy a pleasant picnic in this peaceful canyon.
Your day will begin promply at 8:00 a.m. with check-in and quick review of Parks Guidelines. A 30-minute guided tour will give an overview of the property and the historical perspective. You are then allowed freedom to frame and capture images, picnic, and explore.
Participation in this event supports FOGHS preservation and restoration efforts and contributes toward attendance in Coe State Parks activities.
Participants are invited to contribute images to FOGHS collection for presentation and promotional materials, and to donate prints for a future benefit exhibit and/or auction.
Professional photographers are subject to additional $65 Parks fees if images are for commercial purposes.
Forms and Parks Guidelines will be emailed to participants. Limited copies will be available on site.
Registration: $20 per person by Friday, October 16th.
Late registration: $30 on site, must arrive by 7:45 a.m. to complete paperwork.
Note: Tickets will be will-call only. Tour begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. Sunday, October 18th. 30-minute guided tour provides overview, history and reviews Parks guidelines.
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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Sales have ended for this event. Tickets may still be available at the door.
Limited last minute $30 registrations will be allowed on site. Please arrive by 7:45 a.m. at the Bridge to pay and to complete Release forms & review Park Guidelines. Please sign up for future event notifications: info@FriendsOfGilroyHotSprings.org |
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| First: | Tuesday Oct 06, 2009 12:00 AM | | Last: | Saturday Oct 17, 2009 12:01 PM |
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Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs
Gilroy Hot Springs Road
Gilroy, CA 95020
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