Ghost Tours San Francisco

Modernism-Architecture Tour, Berkeley's Mid-Century Moderns

*(\***Don't be a no-show and lose your membership in the Group. See the Group no-show policies at the bottom.**)* * *(For those familiar with the Bay Area's, "Eichler" style houses, here's your chance to discover where they came from.)* * Optional afterwards we'll drive down one mile to the Gourmet Ghetto for lunch. ***\-\-\-1st Bay Tradition* to *Mid-Century Modern House Tour*\-\-\-** *(EXTERIORS)* You can truly get the feeling of what the architects and landscape designers in the 1930s through the 1960s intended, compared to the nearby earlier, 1st Bay Traditional work of Bernard Maybeck, John Gayland Howard, Edwin Lewis Snyder(period revival was his specialty) and John Hudson Thomas. The modernist architects work we'll see today include; William Wurster, Roger Lee, Donald Olsen, Charles Warren Callister, John Hans Ostwald, Robert Klemmedson(the magnificent Japanese villa at #14 Maybeck Twin Dr.) and my personal favorite, Louise Rigg and her house at 170 Tamalpais Rd. Some of these 2nd Bay Tradition modern houses still have original furniture and have undergone no or little change since they were first constructed. The gardens were designed in keeping with the era of bringing the outdoors into the house, facilitated by huge windows. You will also see incredibly wide views of the bay and peninsula rarely found in other locations. The design, layout and construction requirements of these houses facilitated maximizing the awesome views these houses afforded. *Meeting Location:* We are meeting on the sidewalk where Rose Walk meets Euclid Ave. Halfway between Cedar St. & Eunice St. (Nearby address, 1400 Euclid Ave.,Berkeley Without the incredible work of the *Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association,* going back to the 1970s, the information for these Berkeley tours would not be available. A summary of some of this information can be found in their tour guide book, "41 Berkeley Walking Tours". For more details visit their website. *(\***Don't be a no-show.**)* It's good to give out name tags for socializing, which I do. I fill out the name tags 24hrs. before the meeting time. This also gives me a way to take attendance. (See photo below of Feb.& early Mar. no-show names.) Name tags that are not picked up, are recorded as **no-shows.** If you get too many **no-shows** recorded in your personal Meet-up profile (Only Organizers can view.) you'll have to be cancelled from this Meetup. (To cancel your RSVP beforehand (please at least 24 hrs.), look for the, **"Edit Attendance"** tab at the bottom right hand corner of the screen.)

💎 Hidden Gems of Pacific Heights: Architectural Walking Tour in SF! 💎

💎 **Take a Walk on the Historic Side!** 💎 Join Architect **Martin Bernstein** for another fun and fascinating **1.5-hour architectural walking tour** through historic **Pacific Heights, San Francisco**. ***“I Never Noticed That Before,”*** is one of a series of engaging tours that invite you to slow down, look up, and discover the hidden gems tucked into the neighborhood’s elegant homes and storied streets. Expect captivating insights, a few surprises, and maybe even a dash of local gossip along the way! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📍 **Starting Point:** 2040 Franklin Street (corner of Franklin & Jackson) 🕜 **Starting Time:** 1:30 PM sharp — please arrive a few minutes early so we can begin on time. Whether you’re a history buff, an architecture lover, or just looking for a fresh way to explore the city, this tour promises plenty of *“aha!”* moments and a delightful afternoon of discovery. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🎟️ **COST** The Walking Tour is **FREE**, but Martin's tours are supported almost entirely by walker contributions. At the end of the tour, you will be given the opportunity to make a **suggested $20\* cash contribution** or to contribute via Zelle to: martinbernstein617@gmail.com. *\*10% of each contribution supports* **New Beginnings**, *a volunteer-led community that brings people together to make new friends, have fun, and share new experiences.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **WHAT TO BRING** ☀️ Sun protection — hat and/or sunscreen 💧 Water to stay hydrated 👟 Comfy shoes 🤔 Your curiosity! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🅿️ PARKING** **Free 2-hour Street Parking** throughout the neighborhood. Note signs for any special parking restrictions. For **paid garages**, visit ***[Haas-Lilienthal House - Driving Directions & Parking](https://www.haas-lilienthalhouse.org/map-hours)***. (Haas-Lilienthal House is near our starting place.) **🚇 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:** * **Muni Bus, BART, or Cable Car**: For detailed directions, visit the ***[Haas-Lilienthal House - Driving Directions & Parking](https://www.haas-lilienthalhouse.org/map-hours)***[ ](https://www.haas-lilienthalhouse.org/map-hours) page. * **Muni Bus Fare & Schedule**: $2.75 for adults, $1.50 for seniors (65+). Pay with cash or through the Muni Mobile app. Check routes and timings at **[SFMTA.com](https://www.sfmta.com)**. * **Taking the Train into SF?** Exit at 4th & Townsend (the final stop). From there, take Muni or Uber/Lyft to our meeting location. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ✨ **Spots are limited to 20 — RSVP soon to save yours!** If the event fills, join the waitlist. Walk-ups welcome if space allows. 👨🏻‍💼 **Your Tour Guide** Martin Bernstein, Architect [martinbernsteinarchitect.com](https://martinbernsteinarchitect.com/) Palo Alto ∙ San Francisco 📞 650.387.1000 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🔷 **See our Group Guidelines [HERE](https://sites.google.com/view/new-beginnings-guidelines/home)** **🔴 *Help Keep the Fun Going in 2026*** *We’re a volunteer-led group, and member contributions help cover annual Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. See our [2026 contributor list](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FhXm1V0hEuWSbuOMivlLUqTm3JaCPD6VSOzg3ZrAJyE/edit?usp=sharing). Please make your annual $20 contribution for 2026 by giving cash with your name to the host at an in-person event. (Contributions are not tax-deductible.) New here? Enjoy a few events first, then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!* 🔴 *By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guests RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and participants from all liability for injuries, illness, damages, death, issues relating to privacy or economic loss arising from activities, advice, or information provided. Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your safety, belongings, and transportation decisions. Choose carpool drivers carefully and consider leaving valuables at home.*

Tour West Berkeley's Brewery, Wine Tasting & Most Historic Districts

If you want to learn about the early history of Berkeley by seeing what still exists from those bygone days this tour will show glimpses of the past. **\*Don't be a no-show. *See the Group's no-show policy below.*** Don't be a no-show and lose your membership in the Group. Attendance is always taken and no-shows recorded. Lots of variety in architecture and very early Berkeley history on the tour today. We're meeting in what is known as[ Berkeley's, "Drinks" district area](https://www.gilmandistrict.org/drinks) or better known as [the Gilman District. ](https://www.gilmandistrict.org/) The variation in the architecture here is rare, mainly due to the age range from 1854 to 2020. Lots of urban art around too, (see photo above). Its a very nice walk in a very mixed area of Berkeley. The oldest part of the City with a Landmarked heritage district. Some of the oldest and also some of the most modern architecture in Berkeley, (see photos below). See the oldest building(1854), the oldest church and public school building in Berkeley all on today's tour. We'll be touring West Berkeley, along 5th Street, from Carmelita to Hearst, to 10th & Delaware, and return. Good places for lunch around the 4th street shopping district (University Ave. to Virginia. Or have lunch at Trumer Pils brewery. Buy a Tesla on 4th street, next to boutique coffee shops, restaurants and a Nike store and more. Or have lunch at the very nice Picante restaurant around the corner from where we started for good, fresh Mexican food, in a very nice setting, in or outdoors. Well worth it for West Bay people to come over. Easy drive on a weekend morning. Plenty of street parking and no restrictions. Accessible by BART and a relatively short bus ride. Exactly 1.5 miles from University Ave.&San Pablo Ave., to 4th&Carmelita St. Or take a train from Sacramento, the train stops in Berkeley, exactly 1.2 miles away. Lots of trains from all over come through this neighborhood. Meet on the sidewalk at the intersection of 4th & Carmelita St., Berkeley. Plenty of parking on the residential streets adjacent. No parking restrictions. But always check the parking signs and curb, for any restrictions where you park. [To support the group with a small donation click this special link to PayPal.](https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=TJ8W6VVEGJ6BS&no_recurring=1&item_name=%0AIt%27s+very+nice+of+you+to+respond+and+give+support.%0AThank+you%2C%0AJordan&currency_code=USD) Maybe make a day of it with lunch on 4th Street at one of many nice restaurants including Reveille from SF. Bette's Oceanview Diner/Takeout and sit outside. And Trumer Pils Brewery as well. If you have a problem maintaining your social calendar, please be advised! **(Don't be a no-show or your membership will be cancelled.)** It's good to give out name tags which I will do. I fill out the name tags just before I leave for the tour. This also gives me a way to take attendance. Name tags that are not picked up, are recorded as no-shows. If you get too many no-shows recorded in your personal Meet-up profile you'll be cancelled from this Meetup. (To cancel your RSVP beforehand (please at least 24 hrs. or no-show recorded.), look for the, **"Edit Attendance"** tab at the bottom right hand corner of the screen on a notebook and left bottom on a phone.)

A Waterfront Walk to S.F.'s Maritime Sites & Museums

**LATEST UPDATES: S.F.** **We will meet at the far East end of the top of the Salesforce Terminal, at 11:00 AM and at 11:10 AM start walking. We will walk to the S.F. North of Market Street to the Hyde Street Pier area to visit great museums such as the "S.F. Maritime National Park Visitor Center" and the "Truhlsen Harmor Museum of the Eye."** **I am charging each adult $5.00 for this walk because most of my walks are free and most attendees know it is a good deal. I don't collect it until we have reached at least the half-way point. It is always free for those under 18 years old.** **Below is a link to some photos we took of this walk on July 29, 2023.** **https://www.meetup.com/walking-in-sf/photos/33783507/** **To find me: I am 6 feet tall, wear a big blue & black hat and have a clipboard. One should bring water, and a sack lunch.** **THE START OF THE WALK: We will gather at the far East end of the top of the Salesforce Terminal, next to the Beale Street Elevator, at 11:00 AM. The top has a beautiful park.** **Then at 11:10 AM we will start walking. Late attendees may find us as we first walk North on Beale Street to Davis to continue North to the corner of Davis & Jackson where there is a small park. We may take our group photo there.** **To find me: I am 6 feet tall, wear a big blue & black hat and have a clipboard. One should bring water, and a sack lunch.** **Then we will continue North on Davis to the Exploratorium where we will enjoy their free History Lobby & restrooms. Late attendees may find us anywhere on this route.** **Then we will walk to a tiny park near Pier 39, where a little after 12:30 PM we will eat our sack lunches. "The Aquarium by the Bay" no longer lets us use their restrooms! However, there are uncrowded restrooms at the end of Pier 39 which we may use.** **After lunch we will walk to the Hyde Street Pier area where there are many museums and other attractions including the Visitor Center which has been open for many years and keeps getting better with time. The nearby "Truhlsen Harmor Museum of the Eye" is way newer, but it is a one-of-a-kind museum!** **Then we walk back towards our starting area, and along the way we will visit more free museums and other interesting historical sites.** **We will officially end at Sansome & Market Street where there is a BART Station. I will be walking back to the Salesforce Terminal and others going there may join me. Ending time estimate is 4:30 PM.** **Google Maps says the distance is 4.5 miles. Google might be a little short because we won't be walking perfectly straight, therefore I estimate between 4.5 and 5 miles.** **Attendance Max = 70. One guest is allowed per member if put on the RSVP.** **I advise taking public transportation & not driving to SF because both driving and parking there is usually horrible.** **On how to get around the Bay Area on public transportation see below:** [Get directions & show routes - Computer - Google Maps Help](https://support.google.com/maps/answer/144339?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&hl=en) **This walking group is for humans only. No dogs or other animals allowed.** **Photo at top was taken inside the Museum of the Eye.** **Some legal disclaimers: By joining us for any event you hereby RELEASE and DISCHARGE it's 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 injuries, damages, death 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 further agree that if you or someone under your supervision uses the information on this website you assume all risks of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release providers from all liability, therefore. It is advisable to consult a doctor before you begin any strenuous physical activity. The organizer is not trained for emergency medical procedures and no doc**

3hr Metaphysical Tour of Muir Woods, An "Enchanted Forest"!

Welcome to your **3-Hour Metaphysical Walking Tour of Muir Woods: "An Enchanted Forest!"** 🌿✨ **[View a short video of what you will experience: https://youtu.be/e5CX657uLuM](https://youtu.be/e5CX657uLuM)** **This is not your typical forest walk. You’re about to embark on a journey where the boundaries between the physical world and the unseen realms dissolve, and you are invited to connect with the ancient wisdom and spiritual energy of the forest. Imagine stepping into a living, breathing portal of transformation, where the trees, the air, and the land speak to you in ways you've never experienced before.** **1\. Welcome to Muir Woods: "The Gateway to Other Realms"** As we gather at the entrance of Muir Woods, take a moment to ground yourself. Feel the earth beneath your feet and take a deep breath, inhaling the ancient energy that has been here for centuries. This forest is a **sacred space**, a powerful nexus between the physical world and other realms. **Activating ALL this Forest Has to Offer:** Before we step into the forest, take a moment to **set your intention** for this journey. What do you wish to explore? What healing or wisdom do you seek? The trees and the energy of the forest are eager to support you. With each step, the very air becomes charged with possibility. **2\. Entering the Realm of infinite possibilities:** We begin our walk, and as we move deeper into the woods, notice how the light shifts. The trees here are not just trees—they are **guardians of the forest**, ancient beings whose roots stretch deep into the earth and whose branches reach out to the stars. These are the **Redwoods**, the tallest trees in the world, and they are connected to the **spiritual grid of Earth**. **Feel the Gateway Open:** As you walk beneath their towering presence, imagine entering a **gateway of light**. You may feel a subtle vibration or tingling sensation as you cross this threshold. **3\. The Tree Council: Wisdom from the Elders** Now, we approach a **clearing** where the energy of the trees grows even more concentrated. Here, you may find yourself standing before a magnificent **Tree Council**, an assembly of ancient beings who have seen the rise and fall of countless civilizations. **Engage in a Profound Discussion:** The trees are not just passive entities—they are highly conscious and interconnected with all forms of life. As you sit in their presence, you may receive profound insights about your life path, your purpose, or the nature of reality itself. You may feel the pull to **listen deeply** or even **speak** aloud to the trees, asking for guidance or clarity on something in your life. The energy of this council can be incredibly healing, offering **wisdom**, **compassion**, and a deep sense of connection. The trees often impart teachings on **patience**, **stillness**, and the **interconnectedness of all things**. **4\. The Light Tunnels: A Journey Through Dimensions** We move further into the forest, where the trees create natural **tunnels of light**. These are not just visual phenomena but **access to deep profound forms of healing, knowledge and wisdom.** **Enter the Tunnel of Light:** As you walk through these natural light portals, you may feel a surge of energy that opens up new levels of awareness. Allow yourself to be fully immersed in this experience, trusting that each portal leads you exactly where you need to be. These portals are said to accelerate **spiritual healing** and offer insights that may not be immediately obvious in the physical realm. **5\. Exploring the Fairy Realm: A Hidden Dimension** As we continue our journey, we reach a secret section of the forest. Here, the air shimmers with a subtle iridescence, and you may catch glimpses of light moving in the shadows. This is the **Fairy Realm**, a dimension that exists just beyond the veil of ordinary perception. **Entering the Fairy Realm:** In this space, time seems to bend, and the atmosphere is filled with enchantment. You may feel lighter, as if the usual constraints of gravity and space have loosened. Here, the energy is playful and magical. **Fairy-like beings** may appear as flashes of light, or you may sense them through the rustling of leaves or the shimmering of light on the trees. **Messages from the Fae:** Take a moment to pause, close your eyes, and listen. The **Fairies** are known to offer **messages of hope**, **creativity**, and **renewal**. If you feel drawn, ask a question or simply be open to receiving their playful wisdom. Often, these messages are connected to our creativity, joy, and our connection to the natural world. **6\. Reconnecting with Mother Earth: Grounding and Healing** Here within Muir Woods, the energy of the earth is palpable. The ground beneath you is **alive**, vibrating with the energies of ancient roots, stones, and the heart of the planet. **Grounding:** Take a moment to sit or stand, feeling the earth beneath you. Place your hands on the soil, or if you prefer, hug a tree. Allow yourself to **reconnect with Mother Earth**—the nurturing energy of the planet that has supported all life. Imagine roots growing from your body, deep into the earth, grounding and aligning you with the planetary energies. This is also a time of **healing**. The earth has the power to absorb your negative energy and **transmute** it into vitality. Allow this powerful exchange to take place, feeling the weight of the world lift off your shoulders. **7\. Discovering the Divine Power of the Forest** Before we conclude the tour, take a moment to reflect on the **divine power** that this ancient forest holds. Muir Woods is more than a physical location—it is a **sacred site**, a place where the spiritual energy of the planet flows freely. Its trees are powerful beings that act as guardians of this **sacred site**. As we prepare to leave, express gratitude for the wisdom, energy, and love that you’ve experienced here. This forest holds the potential to **accelerate your enlightenment**, **empower your spirit**, and **amplify your ability to manifest**. **8\. The Journey Continues** As you exit the forest, carry the wisdom and energy of the trees with you. Remember, the forest is always available to you—its wisdom, its energy, and its magic are accessible whenever you wish to return. The boundaries of this enchanted space are only limited by your imagination, and the lessons of Muir Woods will continue to unfold in your life long after the tour ends. After the **magical and transformative journey** through Muir Woods, "An Enchanted Forest", may the energy of the trees continue to guide and empower you on your path to enlightenment, manifestation, and spiritual growth. 🌿✨ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **\*\* Your ticket includes entrance into Muir Woods,** ( **but NOT Parking- see below**) \*\*\*\* **Carpooling Available: First come first serve (limit 3: additional $15)** **Agenda:** 1. Meet to the right of the ticket booth. 2. I will teach you a very powerful technique to communicate with the forest. 3. Bathroom break before we start the walk 4. 2+ hour walk through Muir Woods **Please bring the following:** 1. Water bottle, snacks ( there is a also a small café in Muir woods where you can buy food) 2. Wear: tennis shoes or hiking boots 3. Bring sweater and/or jacket (Layer your cloths since it will be cold) 4. Bring a cell phone or watch **Meeting Place:** On the right side of the Ticket booth, there are benches, we will be meeting there. There is NO CELL Service in Muir Woods, so if you cannot make it please call or text me prior to 12pm. **Muir Woods Terrain:** We will be doing a lot of walking. The paths are uneven so please wear Closed shoes such as Tennis Shoes or Hiking boots. We will also walk up 1 small hill. **Parking:** Go online **[www.gomuirwoods.com](www.gomuirwoods.com)** to secure a parking spot. $10.00 fee OR to find out about their Shuttle service. Carpooling is highly recommended. Looking forward to seeing you soon, Madeleine Harmath Saving Grace Healing Service www.savinggracehealing.com madeleine@savinggracehealing.com

AURA: An Immersive Odyssey of Breathtaking Proportions

Experience San Francisco's most famous cathedral like never before as AURA transforms this iconic landmark into a living canvas. Immerse yourself as you watch the walls come to life with 360-degree projections and cinematic soundscapes — a journey into a world of vibrant color and transformative design. Interact with magic using the AURA app to alter light the display and effects displayed. Capture your visit with a custom stained-glass AI portrait. Dont miss out! It's a Sunday after all. Religious or not, get your ass in the cathedral! Purchase your tickets before it's too late. [https://feverup.com/m/434520?srsltid=AU7gw4Wba-k5fENCuXR8emQkRuU-7YDxxEOzHl_cIlZNY6_60yo6nDuo](https://feverup.com/m/434520?srsltid=AU7gw4Wba-k5fENCuXR8emQkRuU-7YDxxEOzHl_cIlZNY6_60yo6nDuo) I purchased the 8pm Premium Seating but buy what works for you. General and Premium tickets are both around $35 anyway. **Before the Event:** I am planning to stay at Another Cafe for about an hour before it starts. Feel free to visit me there and grab a bite to eat before the event. [https://maps.app.goo.gl/9PFnQB84UescwVq67?g_st=ac](https://maps.app.goo.gl/9PFnQB84UescwVq67?g_st=ac) **After the Event:** Let's walk to a nearby cocktail bar called Persona and just vibe out. [https://maps.app.goo.gl/859C9RLvuuFpdDNt8?g_st=ac](https://maps.app.goo.gl/859C9RLvuuFpdDNt8?g_st=ac)

Black Friday Opt Outside hike at Tilden (4.5 miles)

Skip the mindless consumerism and join other east bay millenials for a hike in Black Friday. Please arrive a few minutes before 12:00PM. We will start the hike shortly after 12:00PM. We'll do our best to hike as a group, but I'd recommend downloading an offline map of the area on Google Maps on your phone just in case you happen to get separated.

Please bring:
• Water bottle
• Charged phone
• Snacks!!
• Hiking / athletic clothes and shoes
• Sunscreen

Please only attend this event if you feel like you are in shape to walk 5 miles with hills. If you have any health conditions that prevent you from exercising, this might not be the best event for you.

The East Bay Hiking Club welcomes people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, races, ethnicities, nationalities, religions, or other identity. We do our best to create an inclusive and open minded environment.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

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By attending the event, you agree that you understand the risks involved in outdoor activities and take full ownership for your safety and assume all risks inherent in attending the event. You also release the event organizer and all event participants from any responsibility for your safety.

🔥Burn🦃Turkey Fat🍁Thanksgiving🍂San Francisco🌊Ocean Hike🥾Lands End

**Hello Ocean Lovers,** Come join us for a wellness and relaxing hike at Lands End, San Francisco! 🍁 If you have No big family plans this **Thanksgiving— a beautiful way to connect with nature and meet new friends.** Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be about big gatherings or fancy meals — it can also be a time for peace, reflection, and gratitude for life’s simple gifts. 🌿💛 We’ll hike along the stunning coastal trail, enjoy the sound of the waves, and take a moment to appreciate the present moment together. 🌊✨ Let’s share the spirit of gratitude, connection, and peace — one step at a time. 🌸 “Gratitude makes the heart full and the journey brighter.” 💖 Lands End Trail is a favorite among both locals and visitors alike! This trail explores the historic Sutro Baths and offers great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Pacific Ocean. A must see for any visitor to San Francisco. **Lands End San Francisco** The Coastal Trail at Lands End in San Francisco is a gorgeous spot for hiking, but most visitors to the city don't know it's there. Early History San Francisco was originally inhabited by the Ohlone Indians. An archeological site at Lands End was dated at 150 A.D., but there is evidence that Indians had been living in San Francisco for around 3,000 years. They had seasonal camps where the Sutro Baths ruins are now, eating seafood and hunting seals; archeologists found their garbage dumps, more politely known as middens. Hiking the Lands End Trail The Lands End Coastal Trail is walkway that starts just above the Cliff House, then winds in and out of the woods and along the edge of the bluffs, and ends in a ritzy residential area (Sea Cliff) near China Beach. 🌊**Lands End Trail.** The way down is quite steep, but there is a stairway to follow. It's a small, rocky beach, good for relaxing and watching the breaking waves, but too rough (and cold) for swimming. **🇨🇳 China Beach** is a small, secluded cove located in the Sea Cliff neighborhood of San Francisco, tucked between Lands End and Baker Beach within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Key Features & Overview • Views: Offers dramatic, sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands. • History: Named after the 19th-century Chinese fishermen who used the cove as a Gold Rush-era campsite. A memorial monument honoring these Chinese-American laborers is located near the trailhead. • Amenities: Features a small free parking lot (around 490 Sea Cliff Ave), picnic tables, barbecue grills, restrooms, and cold-water showers. Mile Rock Beach Another branch of the same path will take you down to the mini-beach, Mile Rock Beach, at the foot of Lands End Point. Mile Rock Beach-Tiny, but cool! It secluded the beach at the entrance to San Francisco Bay, a scene of many shipwrecks, but a pretty detour off the gorgeous. 🎒 Bring good vibes🌿 ✅Smiles for miles😊 ✅Water, Snacks, Beach Blanket ✅Wear Hiking shoes, Layer, Sunscreen ​Layers (it can get breezy right by the sea!) ​Sun protection, water, and snacks for our beach break ​Your camera/phone for some incredible group photos ​A fantastic, positive attitude! ⏰**Meet time: 1pm** and 🥾 **Hike Time 1:30pm** Great Highway & John F Kennedy Drive, San Francisco, CA 94121 GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/YYgxvPfbS9h6bfX9A across from the Beach Chalet Brewery at beach side parking lot We'll be at the beach side parking lot Parking: Free Level: Level: Moderate+ Challenging! Length: 5-6 miles+ Elevation gain: 700 ft+ Route type: Out & Back +Loop Dog: No! **\*Encouraging carpooling** if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message not in the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/n5zfku We may go to Chinese or Thai food for dinner??? We'll decide after our hike... 💚 Support Our Group! Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. Thank you for being prepared and supportive 🌿 Our hikes, dinners, and events run thanks to member support. A small contribution is appreciated to help keep our wellness community active and fun! Thank you for helping us make every event special! **\*Requested contribution** suggested amount $5-$20 to keep the club going! **​Dr. Heidi will ask for the contribution during event check-in.** Accepted in person. Your support helps cover the many behind-the-scenes efforts that make these events possible, including route scouting, Meetup platform fees, permits, communication with park staff and members, and planning hikes, dinners, and road trips. This community exists because of the support and kindness of its members. **The organizer reserves the right to ask a participant to depart!** If they refuse to contribute or follow event guidelines. This ensures our community remains a positive and respectful space for everyone. Thank you for helping keep our wellness community positive, respectful, and active. 🌿 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. \*We are an intermediate hike group. Please be ready to keep up Hiking and walking with us 5-8 miles without any health issues. **\*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 walking 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 walking 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. It is advisable to consult your doctor before you participate in any physical event, walking and hiking activity. **\*WALK/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 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 this walking event. \*Please don't just walk in. Thank you for your cooperation! I'm looking forward to meeting, 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](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.

The Indigenous Peoples’ Day Sunrise Gathering @ Alcatraz 🌅

The Indigenous Peoples’ Day Sunrise Gathering is organized by the International Indian Treaty Council commemorating the 1969-71 occupation of Alcatraz by the Indians of All Tribes. This is a one-day events and not the standard Alcatraz Island tour; all areas except where the ceremony takes place will be closed and inaccessible to the public. Dress Code The weather on Alcatraz is unpredictable and subject to change unexpectedly, so be sure to dress in layers…bring along a light jacket or sweater, no matter how nice the day begins! You MUST purchase a ferry ticket to get to Alcatraz Island to attend the The Indigenous Peoples’ Day Sunrise Gathering These are the remaining Ferry departure times that they have available: 5:15 AM 5:30 AM 5:45 AM 6:00 AM I'll be taking the 5:45 AM Ferry. Where to Meet: Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing is the launch site to Alcatraz Island Also Bart and other Public Transportation doesn't run this early in the morning and you must drive or carpool with people to San Francisco I'll be carpooling with 4 people already from Berkeley. Event Website Link to Purchase a Ferry Ticket: https://alcatrazcitycruises.com/tickets/sunrise-gathering

Cranes, Conversations & Golden Hour II: World Tree of Hope, Grace Cathedral

WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GEsFkZvaabF20D1l90k6NK Our world tree of hope event created a record for us, in that over half registered showed up. And the director of the program wants us coming back. So here it is again, episode 2. Image is the director giving us a tour of the Grace Cathedral after our shift. \-\-\-\-\- **🕊️ Cranes, Conversations & Golden Hour Walk on Nob Hill: the World Tree of Hope, at Grace Cathedral** *TownFlame November Saturday Series · Sun, Nov 15, 12 PM–evening* We have a long tradition of decorating the World Tree of Hope, with Grace Cathedral, during the pre-holiday season. One year old actually :), so we are coming back again, in the format of volunteering mixer, socializing after volunteering together. By our experience, volunteering together is a great way to know others, working side by side, with a shared purpose. Grace Cathedral being an iconic place on Nob Hill adds to the context. Every Saturday this month, TownFlame is helping build San Francisco’s World Tree of Hope inside Grace Cathedral. It’s the largest origami holiday tree in the world, decorated with thousands of hand-folded cranes and stars, each carrying a wish for the world. We’re turning the shift into a mixer, then heading out for a sunset walk and dinner. **How it works** We sit at small tables of 5–6 to fold, wire and sort cranes and stars for the tree. Every hour or so, half of each table moves to a new one, so by the end of the afternoon you’ll have worked alongside three or four different groups. Your hands stay busy, there’s always something to talk about, and you get new faces every half hour. No origami experience needed. Someone at your table will show you, and soon you’ll be the one teaching. **Schedule** * **12:00 PM:** Meet on the Grace Cathedral front steps (1100 California St) * **12:00–3:00 PM:** Folding mixer inside the cathedral Running late? Walk in and tell them you are there for the tree decoration volunteering, and tell the onsite director that you come from meetup, and ask to sit with the meetup people. * **1:20-1:40 PM** Take a break, go upstairs to tour the cathedral, shift tables if you like. * **3:15–4:45 PM:** Golden-hour walk around Nob Hill: Huntington Park, the Fairmont, ending at a viewpoint for sunset * **5:00 PM:** Group coffee or dinner nearby (location shared with RSVPs; pay your own way) Come for the folding only, or stay for the whole afternoon. **Before you come** * **Register with Rainbow World Fund as well as RSVPing here.** The cathedral needs every volunteer on their list: **[https://bit.ly/WorldTreeofHopeVolunteerSignUp](https://bit.ly/WorldTreeofHopeVolunteerSignUp)** * Wear layers, because the cathedral is chilly inside and it gets cold on the hill after sunset. * Coming from the South Bay? Caltrain to SF, then Muni or a cable car up to Nob Hill. **How to enter the building from Nov. 1 to Nov. 28 at noon:** At this stage of the project, we will be working in a large room on the Cathedral’s ground level. Enter through the street/ground-level entrance on Taylor Street. At street level, next to the main steps leading up to the Cathedral, there are glass double doors (next to the underground parking garage entrance; see the picture above). Enter through these glass doors (they should be unlocked). Once inside, take the first left, walk through the doorway, and our room will be on the right. **If the doors are locked, please text or call Director Jeff, and we’ll come let you in.** **Why we do this** Each crane carries a written wish for the world. You’ll leave having helped build something thousands of people will see this December, and knowing a few more people than you did at noon. Can’t make the 7th? We’re back on the 14th, 21st and 28th. Each Saturday is a new group of people. \*\*\* **🌇 Nob Hill → Russian Hill Golden-Hour Walk (self-guided)** *About 1 mile, 1.5 hours. Steep in places. Start: Grace Cathedral steps, 3:15pm.* **How it works:** A different person reads each stop aloud. At every stop, switch walking partners so you walk the next stretch with someone you haven’t talked to yet. **Stop 1: Huntington Park** *(directly across Taylor St from the cathedral)* A small, formal park at the top of Nob Hill, with the tortoise fountain in the middle. 💬 *Form a circle, do group self intro.* **Stop 2: California & Mason** *(walk east along California, 1 block)* The Fairmont Hotel is on the south side. On the north side is the brownstone Pacific-Union Club, the old Flood Mansion and one of the few buildings on the hill that survived the 1906 fire. In the 1870s and 1880s, Nob Hill was where the railroad and silver-mine millionaires built their mansions. 💬 *What brought you to the Bay Area?* ☕ **Café stop (after the walk)** We’ll finish with coffee and conversation nearby. We’ll decide which café on the day based on the group’s size and mood: * **Another Cafe**, 1191 Pine St (at Leavenworth). A two-story café a couple of blocks from the cathedral with plenty of room for the group, coffee and sandwiches. * **Gallery Cafe**, 1200 Mason St. A cozy corner café across from the Cable Car Museum, where you can watch the cable cars go by. Good for a smaller group or anyone heading toward North Beach afterward. Stay as long as you like, or head out whenever you need to. **Bonus Stop: Ina Coolbrith Park** *(keep walking north on Mason to Vallejo, then climb the Vallejo St steps west)* This is the steep part, so take it slowly. At the top, face east toward Coit Tower, the Bay Bridge and Treasure Island. Sunset is around 5pm, so stay to watch the light change on the bay and the city lights come on. 💬 *What’s one thing you want to do before the year ends?* **Finish: North Beach** *(walk back down the Vallejo steps east to Columbus Ave)*. Anyone heading home can leave here. **Join [TownFlame](http://www.townflame.org/), Make Life Happen.** **Liability Waiver:** Participation in TownFlame events is voluntary and involves social interaction in public spaces. Activities are designed to be inclusive and respectful. Participants assume all risks and release TownFlame, its organizers, volunteers, and affiliates from liability for injury, illness, or damages, except in cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct. By attending, participants acknowledge that photographs, audio, and video recordings may be taken during events, and grant TownFlame the right to use such media for promotional and marketing purposes, in any format or platform, without further consent or compensation.

Oakland Lake Merritt & Foodie Walk Adventure!

San Francisco’s 49 Hills Challenge — Walk 2: Pacific Heights to the Richmond

Seven Hills. One Epic Urban Adventure! Our journey across San Francisco’s 49 hills continues! After completing our first walk through Nob Hill, Russian Hill, and Telegraph Hill, we’re heading west to discover seven more of San Francisco’s remarkable summits. This adventure takes us from the elegant streets of Pacific Heights into the wooded trails of the Presidio, then west to Lincoln Park and the Richmond District. Along the way, we’ll experience stunning views, fascinating history, hidden corners, beautiful architecture, and some serious hill climbing! Our seven hills: 1. Lafayette Heights 1. Pacific Heights / Cannon Hill 1. Laurel Hill 1. Presidio Hill 1. Rob Hill 1. Lincoln Heights 1. Washington Heights The details * Distance: Approximately 7–9 miles (subject to final route scouting) * Difficulty: Moderate to strenuous, with substantial hills * Duration: Approximately 4–5 hours * Starting point: Lafayette Square, San Francisco * Finish: Washington Heights, near 30th Avenue and Anza Street * Route: Point-to-point, with public transportation options near the finish What to bring Comfortable walking shoes with good traction, plenty of water, snacks or lunch, and layers for changing San Francisco weather. Trekking poles are optional. We’ll be walking on city sidewalks, park paths, and sections of unpaved trails. Please be comfortable walking several miles and climbing hills.