Bay Area Hiking, Walking, Wellness Club

🎉 Happy New Year of the Horse 🏇2026! 🥂🍾
Hello, Ocean Lovers! Join us for a refreshing hike to kick off the new year and start your fitness journey. We'll explore Ocean Hike Point Lobor and enjoy breathtaking views as we leave behind 2025.

Let’s shed the old and embrace the new—together.
As we slither into 2026, let’s embrace the wisdom and transformation that the fire horse brings! Chinese New Year 2026 will be the Year of the Fire Horse, beginning on February 17, 2026, and ending on February 5, 2027. This combination is foretold to be a year of high energy, ambition, and rapid progress, combining the Horse's natural traits with the dynamic qualities of the element fire. This year is all about shedding the old and embracing a healthier, happier version of ourselves—starting with a refreshing hike in nature.

✨ Our 2026 Resolutions: ✨
🌟 Making mindful choices to boost our health and well-being.
🌟 Surrounding ourselves with love, positive energy ⚡, and flowing Qi ☯️.
🌟 Connecting with nature through hikes and green exercise 🥾.
🌟 Growing our social circle with new, like-minded friends 💞.
🌟 Living with intention and embracing life’s full potential 💖🥰.
Let’s make 2026 a year of growth, adventure, and positive change.
Let's start the new year on the right foot!

For the New Year’s Resolution Hike where we’ll step into 2026 with clarity, purpose, and a renewed sense of energy! We’ll climb, laugh, and maybe even share a few transformation stories at the top 🐍.

Here's to a year filled with good health, happiness, and exciting new experiences!

Point Lobos Trail takes you on a coastal adventure along the gorgeous Pacific Ocean just miles south of Carmel-by-the-Sea and a quick drive from San Francisco or Big Sur.

9 Fun Things To Do in Point Lobos
​1. ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF CHINA COVE
2. HIKE THE POINT LOBOS LOOP TRAIL
3. SWIM AT GIBSON BEACH
4. HAVE A PICNIC
5. TOUR THE WHALERS CABIN
6. VIEW THE SEA BIRDS ON BIRD ISLAND
7. KAYAK ALONG THE PACIFIC
8. MEET THE SEA LIONS
9. DIVE INTO THE DEPTHS OF THE OCEAN

*Meet 10:30am front entrance gate near the restrooms
**Hiking time 11am
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
Driving GPS: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YM14hmZRtiE6qYgY7

*Park your car no fee about 0.5 mile -1 miles both sides of the entrance
Pay $10 fee to park your car inside of the park , a long Walk to the front entrance trailhead
*Free park car pass available check out at any city Library,

Level: Moderate+
Length: 7-8 miles
Elevation: 800 ft
Route: Loop
Time: 5 hours
Exposure: Sun
Views: Amazingly Beautiful
No dogs: dogs aren't allowed on this trail
Wear Hiking shoes, By the ocean so wear layers
Bring smiles for miles! Water, lunch, snacks, Sunscreen, Beach Blanket and a sense of adventure!

Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in private message not in the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/zwds0g

*Requested contribution suggested amount of $5-$20 to keep the club going!
​*Note: Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. To support/keep our group alive and active, You can help! Dr.Heidi kindly asks for a contribution.
Your contribution will help us cover our costs and make our Meetups going even better.

Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞

⚠️ Please Read Before Joining:
These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility.
👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining.
Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites.
🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh air, and meaningful connections.

*DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system.

*LIABILITY WAIVER: By signing up for the wellness hiking event, you hereby release its organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues.

*DISCLAIMER: By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability.

*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment.

*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary! The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk.

If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time when you sign up for our event. For everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 7 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to this hiking event.
*Please don't just walk in. Thank you for your cooperation!

I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking/walking with you and making good memories together!
Yours in good health, Dr. Heidi💝

❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️
*Three courses available upon request:
https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid
*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you.
*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.

​Hello Nature Lovers, let's meet new friends for a green exercise go on a Wellness Hike, enjoy the nature and the beauty of the healing mountains and redwood trees forests for our physical health and mental well-being 😇

Montalvo is nestled in the beautiful foothills above Saratoga with 175 acres of hiking trails and gardens, expansive lawn area is a favorite site for outdoor weddings. Hiking trails above the Villa Dogs on a 6 foot leash are allowed in the upper trails only.

This 166 acre park offers a peaceful environment among formal gardens. It was built in 1912, it became a center for artistic, political, and social life in Northern CA https://montalvoarts.org

*Meetup 12:30pm Villa Montalvo - Lot 4 TrailsHead
**Hike Time 1pm
Park your car at park lot #Four for hikers use restroom before hike
Map GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/TefUYtfJfCYmddB48

Villa Montalvo - Parking Lot 4
Meeting Location
Latitude: 37.2440
Longitude:-122.0293
https://parks.sccgov.org/node/3071

Level: Moderate+Strenuous! Good for Your Heart❤️ Health!
Distance: 3.8 miles+
Time 1.5-2 hours
Elevation: 800ft+ (Lookout Point at altitude 1,200 feet)
Most of the trails are shaded!
Parking: Free
Dog: No!
Wear Hiking shoes
Bring Smiles for Miles, Water, Jacket, Snacks, Hiking Poles

Optional after hiking late lunch/early Dinner place TBD

*May 27, 2023 our hike at this park
Revisit the moment
https://photos.app.goo.gl/JcEGsTS9cpEQuRkY6

*Here is our route tracking on 12-15-2021 video (best viewed on large screen if possible): https://video.relive.cc/871529778611_garmin-health_1639628127860.mp4?x-ref=site

💚Thank you for carpooling!
❣️Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message, NOT on the message board, Thanks!
https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/are89z

⚠️ Please Read Before Joining:
These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility.

👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining.
Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites.

🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh air, and meaningful connections.

*Requested contribution suggested amount of $5 -$20 keep the club going!
​*Note: Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. To support/keep our group alive and active, You can help! Dr.Heidi kindly asks for a contribution, accept in person.
Your contribution will help us cover our costs and make our Meetups going even better.

Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞

*DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system.

*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary! The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk.

We are an intermediate hike group. Please be ready to keep up hiking with us 3.5-5 miles without any health issues. If you don't workout, hiking a minimum of 3.5 miles regularly, this hiking event may not be a good fit for you.

*LIABILITY WAIVER: The event host/organizer is not for everyone's emergency or medical services. By signing up for the wellness hiking event, you hereby release its organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues.

*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment.

DISCLAIMER: By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability.

If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time for everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 5 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to the hiking event.
*Please don't just walk in Thank you for your cooperation!

I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking with you and making good memories together.
Yours in good health! Dr. Heidi💝

❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️
*Three courses available upon request:
https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid
*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you.
*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.

Hello Ocean Lovers, Let's meet new friends go for a Green Exercise Wellness Hike by the Montara State Beach enjoy Ocean air and Healing Sea for our physical Health and Mental well-being😇

Old Colma Road Loop: This loop covers a variety of historical paths. As you leave the lot and head through the gate north, you pass through a long straight road corridor. This was cut by the Ocean Shore Railroad (1908-1920) for its rail line...

On the way you will first pass a building that was originally built as part of a WW2 military station used to observe potential enemies off the coast. Bear left at this point and slowly climb Old Colma. You will come across a very steep portion created by fill from the nearby tunnel's construction before stepping back down to the original road...

Devil's Slide is a name given to a steep, rocky coastal promontory located about midway between Montara and the Linda Mar District of Pacifica.

Devil's Slide Bunker: The graffiti-covered remnants of a former triangulation station are balanced precariously on this California peak.

HIGH ATOP CALIFORNIA’S COASTAL PEAK known colorfully as Devil’s Slide are the crumbling remains of a squat cement building that looks as though it is about to tip off the edge of the summit and slide into the sea.

The bunker on Devil’s Peak was originally built during World War II as a triangulation and observing station and was once simply a piece of a much bigger set of buildings and facilities...was abandoned in 1949, leaving an empty bunker atop Devil’s Slide.

Devil’s Slide Trail is a segment of the California Coastal Trail, a trail that, when finished, will extend 1,200 miles from Oregon to Mexico, connecting travelers to California's varied Oceanside landscapes.

Devil’s Slide Trail is a multi-use trail, converted from a former segment of Highway 1, that gives hikers, runners, bicyclists and equestrians access the rocky heights of Devil’s Slide above the Pacific Ocean. At provided overlooks, trail users may rest on benches and gaze through observation scopes and take in the view of the rocky coastal waters below. Interpretive signs are placed at key points along the trail and describe the history, geography and the marine and avian communities that live and migrate here.

⏰Meet time: 12:30pm Gray Whale Cove Trail Parking Lot
🥾Hike time: 1pm
📍Address: Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacifica, CA 94044
📍GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/c3KJwcsJGbvmq2xB9
🚗 Parking: Free

Level: Easy or Moderately Challenging+ Hiking up Steep Inclines!!
Length: Options hike Easy 3.8 miles or 7 miles Moderately+ Challenging!!!
Elevation: 350ft or 1,180 ft
Route: Out and Back +Loop
Exposure: Sun
Views: Incredible & Beautiful Ocean Views!
Dog: No

Bring smiles for miles Hiking poles, Water, Snacks, Sunscreens...
*Wear Hiking shoes, by the ocean wear Layers...

*Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message not on the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/foir8j

Optional After hike dinner place coming soon...

*Requested contribution suggested amount $5-$20 to keep the club going!
​*Note: Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. To support/keep our group alive and active, You can help! Dr.Heidi kindly asks for a contribution, accept in person.
Your contribution will help us cover our costs and make our Meetups going even better.

Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞

⚠️ Please Read Before Joining:
These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility.

👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining.
Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites.

🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh air, and meaningful connections.

*DO NOT ATTEND If you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system.

*LIABILITY WAIVER: By signing up for the wellness hiking event, you hereby release its organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues.

*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment.

*DISCLAIMER: By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability.

If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time for everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 3.8 Miles -7 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to the hiking event.
*Please don't just walk in Thank you for your cooperation!

I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking with you and making good memories together!
Yours in good health, Dr. Heidi💝

❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️
*Three courses available upon request:
https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid
*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you.
*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.

Hello Nature Lovers and Weekend Explorers!
Let’s enjoy a fun, relaxing Saturday with a beautiful road trip, a new city for lunch, and a refreshing waterfall hike. This is a wonderful way to start the new year with adventure, good company, and gorgeous scenery in beautiful Sonoma County.

We’ll begin the day with a peaceful drive to American Canyon, widely known as the “Gateway to Napa Valley.”
✨ Fun Facts About American Canyon:
It welcomes visitors into the world-famous Napa Valley region.
It is one of California’s newer cities, incorporated on January 1, 1992.
Before incorporation, the area was known as Napa Junction.
We’ll enjoy a nice lunch here to fuel up before our afternoon adventure. 🍽️

🚗 1. 9:30am start Morning Road Trip to American Canyon + Lunch
A "Gateway" City: American Canyon is widely known by its official nickname, the "Gateway to the Napa Valley," as it serves as the San Francisco Bay Area's entry point to the renowned wine region.

A New City: The city is one of California's newer incorporated cities, officially establishing its city status on January 1, 1992, after years of community efforts.

Formerly "Napa Junction": Before its incorporation and name change, the area was previously known as Napa Junction.

Environmental Leader: American Canyon prides itself on its environmental sustainability initiatives. It was the first city in Napa County to ban new gas stations and required solar panels on new home construction before it was mandated by state law.

Zero Water Footprint Policy: The city adopted a "Zero Water Footprint" policy, meaning all new developments must implement water-saving practices to balance their additional potable water

🌿 2. 1pm 🌊Waterfall Hike 🥾Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park contains the headwaters of Sonoma Creek. It runs through gorge and canyon, across the meadow floor, beneath scenic rock outcroppings, and is surrounded at times by redwoods and ferns.

A 25-foot waterfall flows after the winter rains. There is a self-guided nature trail along Sonoma Creek that starts near the picnic area. Dogs must be on a leash under your control at all times. Dogs are not allowed on trails. Dogs must be in a tent, camper or enclosed vehicle during the night.

Within the oak woodland and chaparral, the park has 25 miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding.

Deer, gray foxes, the occasional bobcat and coyote can be seen in the park. In spring, wildflowers provide a colorful palette across the green hills. Note that all plants and wildlife within the park are protected. Collecting or destroying anything in the park, including mushrooms, is prohibited.

On a clear day, visitors can see views of the Sierra Nevada and the Golden Gate bridge from the 2729-foot summit of Bald Mountain.

Canyon and Pony Gate Loop:
This loop trail takes you through peaceful forest and leads to a beautiful waterfall. For the best viewing experience, the waterfall is strongest after heavy rain or in spring. The trail can be muddy, so please bring sturdy footwear.
Trail Details:
Length: 2.2 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation Gain: 652 ft
Route: Loop
Dogs: Not allowed
Optional: Additional 3-mile hike for those who want more miles
This forested loop features a classic 25-foot waterfall in Kenwood. January is a perfect time to visit — water flow is strong and dramatic after rain.
🚨 Trail Tip: Muddy conditions possible — wear shoes with traction.
🌲 Nature Bonus: Peaceful forest, creek sounds, mossy rocks — winter beauty at its best.

⏰ Meet place coming soon... • Hike Start 1:30pm
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
GPS: coming soon...
Parking $10 Fee
*Free State Park car parking pass available to pick up at any city Library.

*Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message, NOT on the message board, Thanks! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/hz6ixr

🍽️ 3. Optional Social Dinner (Restaurant TBA)
After the hike, we’ll head into a nearby town for a relaxing dinner together.
Details will be posted soon.
🌙 Flexibility for Everyone
This weekend is designed to be easy and enjoyable:
✅ Join just Saturday’s road trip + waterfall hike
✅ Join Sunday’s Jack London State Historic Park hike (already posted)
✅ Or make it a Sonoma weekend and enjoy both days
✅ Stay overnight or return to the Bay Area the same day — your choice
✅ If booking a hotel, please choose one cancelable before Dec 20–25, in case the weather changes
🌄 Sunday, January 11 (Already Posted)
✨ Jack London State Historic Park Hike
Check the event calendar and get ready for another beautiful day of nature, history, and peace.

💛 Contribution this weekend road trip
To support planning, organization, and event coordination, a $10 contribution per day is kindly requested.
Thank you so much for helping keep our group active and enjoyable for everyone.

*Requested contribution suggested amount of $10-$20 keep the club going!
​*Note: Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. To support/keep our group alive and active, You can help! Dr.Heidi kindly asks for a contribution, accepting in person.
Your contribution will help us cover our costs and make our Meetups going even better.

Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞

Wear Hiking Shoes
Bring Smiles for Miles, Water, Jacket, Snacks, Hiking Poles...

⚠️ Please Read Before Joining:
These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility.
👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining.
Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites.
🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh air, and meaningful connections.

*DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system.

We are an intermediate hike group. Please be ready to keep up hiking with us from 5 miles to 8 miles without any health issues. If you don't workout, hiking a minimum of 5 miles regularly, this hiking event may not be a good fit for you.

*LIABILITY WAIVER: The event host/organizer is not for everyone's emergency or medical services. By signing up for the wellness hiking event, you hereby release its organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues.

*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment.

*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary! The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk.

*DISCLAIMER: By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability.

If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time for everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 5-8 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to the hiking event.
*Please don't just walk in Thank you for your cooperation!

I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking with you and making good memories together.
Yours in good health! Dr. Heidi💝

❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️
*Three courses available upon request:
https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid
*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you.
*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.