Hike it UP: Presidio to Pints

Meeting Location: Lyons/Lombard Street
Date: SUNday February 23
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Contact Phone: 805-895-9139 only TEXT if necessary you do not need to RSVP

Hike Description:

We will meet at the Presidio entrance of Lyons and Lombard Street (the 43 bus can get you there). We will go UP the Lyon stairs and see the Andy Goldsworthy Wood Line and maybe the spire too and the pet cemetery and whatever else fun we can see along the Ecology Trail. We will finish with pints at the Richmond Republic.

This is an A to B so we will NOT go back to the beginning but we will be near the Geary street bus for convenience to anywhere else.

Recommended Clothing:

As you know we will experience every microclimate possible…

Recommended Food:

Bring water its good to hydrate.

Cancellation Condition:

If it rains sideways but even so we would just look for rainbows.

Dogs Allowed: No

Summit to Suds: San Bruno Mountain to Broken Record (cross fingers for Sun)

Meeting Location: Daly City Bart
Date: Saturday January 18
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Contact Phone: 805-895-9139 only TEXT if necessary you do not need to RSVP

Hike Description:

We will meet at the the Daly City Bart station. From there we will walk through Crocker-Amazon into San Bruno Mountain State Park. We will hike the Summit Loop Trail (ooooh look at THAT pretty view!!) We will then descend back into Crocker-Amazon to sip on some tasty suds at Broken Record.

This is an A to B so we will NOT go back to Daly City Bart but Balboa Park Bart is super duper close to Broken Record.

Recommended Clothing:

As you know we will experience every microclimate possible…

Recommended Food:

Bring water its a long walk.

Cancellation Condition:

If it rains sideways but even so we would just look for rainbows.

Dogs Allowed: No

Hike it UP: Pirates, Parrots and Pints

Meeting Location: Gotts Restaurant
Date: Sunday October 27
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Contact Phone: 805-895-9139 only TEXT if necessary you do not need to RSVP

Hike Description:

We will meet outside in front of Gott’s Restaurant at the Ferry Building. If you wanna dress as a PIRATE I won’t stop you…or we could just talk like pirates…and look for Pirate ships.

After proceeding along the Embarcadero to the Filbert Steps, the stairs are impressive for their length, their wonderful views of San Francisco, the well tended gardens on either side, and the beautiful art deco buildings along the way. One of the most spectacular buildings features three-story high reliefs of San Francisco. Here is the best chance to see PARROTS.

Nearby are the equally amazing Greenwich Street Stairs too! Afterwards, we will check out the murals at Coit Tower.

From there we will walk to Russian Hill a quaint, upscale residential community known for the famously crooked Lombard Street, a major tourist destination. The iconic San Francisco cable cars crest the neighborhood’s hills, which provide views of a number of city landmarks including the Golden Gate and Bay bridges.

From there we will stroll across through Fort Mason in search of PINTS on the outdoor PATIO of the San Francisco Brewing Company (I’ve reserved a space for us).

This is an A-B. We will not be returning to where we began but we will be near a bus to get you home…

End-to-end of Golden Gate Park finishing at a Bonfire on the Beach (it’s all about balance and buffalo and beer and bonfire)

 

Meeting Location: Golden Gate Park entrance Haight/Stanyan
Date: Saturday, September 28
Time: 3:00PM – 6:00PM
Miles: 6
Hike Description:

We will meet at the Golden Gate Park entrance Haight/Stanyan (right across the street from Whole Foods). Hike through the park exploring Lily Pond, Dahlias!!! Stow Lake, Strawberry Hill, the top of the deYoung observatory, before proceeding to Middle Lake and BUFFALO til finally we will end at the Windmills of the Great Highway and the ocean. (You can take the N-Judah back to starting point). This is a one-way hike, however, join us for a Bonfire at the Beach. There is a Safeway near by to grab a snack and then we can bring the food and drinks back to the beach for a BONFIRE ON THE BEACH! (If it is a spare the air day we will go to the Beach Chalet Brewery for our after…

*NOTE THE LATER TIME CHANGE OF THE HIKE SO WE CAN SEE THE SUNSET!

Recommended Clothing: As you know we will experience every microclimate possible…it’s the Golden Gate Park afterall! and September! It might be chilly when the sun goes down.

Recommended Food: We won’t stop for food until the end of the hike.

Cancellation Condition: If it rains sideways but even so we would just look for rainbows.

Dogs Allowed: No

HIKE IT UP!: She’s back in time for our 8-year anniversary with peaks and pints

Meeting Location: Parnanuss and Willard Street in Cole Valley
Date: Saturday July 27
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Contact Phone: 805-895-9139 only TEXT if necessary you do not need to RSVP

Hike Description:

IT’S OUR 8-YEAR ANNIVERSARY COME CELEBRATE

We begin in Cole Valley on the corner of Parnassus and Willard Street. (There is a bus stop on this corner for the 43 and 6) or it is close to the N train as well.

Hike into Mt Sutro Forest (find the fairy gates) cross Claredon Avenue to Twin Peaks Reservoir toward top of Twin Peaks Summit (usually very windy but an amazing view of the entire city) YES we will go up BOTH PEAKS then head downhill to Tank Hill Park. Following that we will head over to Golden Gate Park because DAHLIAS! We will then be quite parched and in need of a beer or two at Social Brewery!!

This is an A to B so we will NOT go back to the beginning of the hike but we end super close to the beginning.

Recommended Clothing:

As you know we will experience every microclimate possible…

Recommended Food:

Bring water.

Cancellation Condition:

If it rains sideways but even so we would just look for rainbows.

Dogs Allowed:

No

Hike it UP: 3 Peaks and how many Pints?

Meeting Location: Glen Park BART
Date: Sunday March 24
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Contact Phone: 805-895-9139 only TEXT if necessary you do not need to RSVP

Hike Description:

We will begin at Glen Park BART, then hike it UP through Glen Park Canyon (the park incorporates free-flowing Islais Creek, an extensive grassland with adjoining trees, striking rock outcrops, and arid patches covered by “coastal scrub” plant communities. Following that, we will cross over Portolo to explore Mount Davidson, at 927 feet, it’s the highest point in San Francisco. This 40 acre park has expansive views so let’s hope for some sunshine! After that, we will meander through West Portal toward the Mosaic Stairs at Moraga/15th Avenue. At the top of this gorgeous stairway is Golden Gate Heights. This is one of the most spectacular views of the city. We will end then end at the Sunset Reservoir Brewery on 24th/Noriega cause BEER and I reserved the top area for us to drink said BEER…cause that was alotta UP!

THIS IS AN A-B we will NOT be returning to Glen Park BART but there are buses and trains near the Brewery.

Recommended Clothing:

As you know we will experience every microclimate possible…

Recommended Food:

Bring water its good to hydrate.

Cancellation Condition:

If it rains sideways but even so we would just look for rainbows.

Dogs Allowed: No

 

Hike it UP: Presidio and Pints

Meeting Location: Lyons/Lombard Street
Date: SUNday February 24
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Contact Phone: 805-895-9139 only TEXT if necessary you do not need to RSVP

Hike Description:

We will meet at the Presidio entrance of Lyons and Lombard Street (the 43 bus can get you there). We will go UP the Lyon stairs and see the Andy Goldsworthy Wood Line and maybe the spire too and the pet cemetery and whatever else fun we can see along the Ecology Trail. We will finish with pints at the Richmond Republic.

This is an A to B so we will NOT go back to the beginning but we will be near the Geary street bus for convenience to anywhere else.

Recommended Clothing:

As you know we will experience every microclimate possible…

Recommended Food:

Bring water its good to hydrate.

Cancellation Condition:

If it rains sideways but even so we would just look for rainbows.

Dogs Allowed: No

Summit to Suds: San Bruno Mountain to Broken Record (cross your fingers for Sun)

Meeting Location: Daly City Bart
Date: SUNday January 27
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Contact Phone: 805-895-9139 only TEXT if necessary you do not need to RSVP

Hike Description:

We will meet at the the Daly City Bart station. From there we will walk through Crocker-Amazon into San Bruno Mountain State Park. We will hike the Summit Loop Trail (ooooh look at THAT pretty view!!) We will then descend back into Crocker-Amazon to sip on some tasty suds at Broken Record.

This is an A to B so we will NOT go back to Daly City Bart but Balboa Park Bart is super duper close to Broken Record.

Recommended Clothing:

As you know we will experience every microclimate possible…

Recommended Food:

Bring water its a long walk.

Cancellation Condition:

If it rains sideways but even so we would just look for rainbows.

Dogs Allowed: No

End-to-end of Golden Gate Park finishing at the Beach Chalet Brewery (it’s all about balance and buffalo and beer)

Meeting Location: Golden Gate Park entrance Haight/Stanyan
Date: Saturday, December 15
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Hike Description:

We will meet at the Golden Gate Park entrance Haight/Stanyan (right across the street from Whole Foods). Hike through the park exploring Lily Pond, Dahlias!!! Stow Lake, Strawberry Hill, the top of the deYoung observatory, before proceeding to Middle Lake and BUFFALO til finally we will end at the Windmills of the Great Highway and the ocean. (You can take the N-Judah back to starting point).

I wanted to do a Bonfire on the beach but I found out you can’t do bonfires til March now so we will go to the Beach Chalet Brewery for our after…

Recommended Clothing: As you know we will experience every microclimate possible…it’s the Golden Gate Park afterall! and November! It might be chilly when the sun goes down.

Recommended Food: We won’t stop for food until the end of the hike.

Cancellation Condition: If it rains sideways but even so we would just look for rainbows.

Dogs Allowed: No

Hike It UP!: It’s all about the Bs – Balboa Park to Beer

Meeting Location: Balboa Park Bart Station outside on Geneva
Date: Saturday September 29
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Miles: 6
Contact Phone: 805-895-9139 only TEXT if necessary you do not need to RSVP

Hike Description:

We will meet at Balboa Park Bart entrance on Geneva Avenue. From there we will trek over to the Cayuga Playground. One of the park’s most interesting features is the story of its retired and longtime gardener and local legend of sorts, Demetrio Braceros, who transformed Cayuga Park’s naturalistic surroundings into works of art. His unique themed gardens and whimsical woodcarvings were featured on the PBS television series ‘California’s Golden Parks’ and in the San Francisco Chronicle. We will then walk through the Excelsior to John McClaren Park. Established in 1927, the park is named for John McLaren, the ‘grandfather of Golden Gate Park.’ It’s an immense Natural Area of scenic meadows, grassland and wetland habitat. More than 7 miles of walking trails meander through its 312 acres, replete with native plants and wildlife. That will make us super duper thirsty so we will end at a Beer Garden.