Bucket List Activities San Francisco

Backpack Gorgeous Paradise Lake

1. Saturday hike about 7 1/2 miles, 1300 elevation, each way, https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/paradise-lake-trail gain to Paradise Lake from Donner Pass. 2. Sunday, relax at the lake, do short day hike, read, enjoy 3. Monday hike out about 7 1/2 miles, 1300 elevation 4. PLEASE text me at 530-450-5768 so we can go over your backpacking experience and fitness level. I do this for everyone's safety and enjoyment. 5. It is a very slow, picture taking pace, 1 mile per hour. 6. There is no cost for the trip. 7. PARTICIPATION IN THIS MEETUP AFFIRMS THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREED TO THE FULL LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY on Meetup’s Backpackers of the American West's website, https://www.meetup.com/backpackers-of-the-american-west/ 8. I Kathi Simonsen reserve the sole right to modify the trip itinerary as I deem necessary at any time. 9.

Save the Dogs: Novartis Protest and March to Abolish Animal Testing

Please join us for a protest of Novartis Lab in Emeryville. Novartis has tested on beagles, cats, sheep, mice, guinea pigs, rabbits, pigs and more and we want them to stop! We’ll have speakouts, chanting and a small march calling for an end to animal experimentation. **WHEN:** Saturday, September 26th, 1:00pm **WHERE:** 5959 Horton St, Emeryville, CA **WEAR:** Whatever you like **WHO:** Everyone is welcome. However, please do not come if you have or recently had symptoms of or exposure to COVID-19. **ACCESSIBILITY:** This event will involve standing for extended periods and some walking during the march portion. We will have a couple of chairs on hand for anyone who needs to rest. Please RSVP to let us know you can make it, and share this event to help us spread the word! — Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) is a grassroots network of animal rights activists. Through open rescue, demonstration, and disruption, we help build a world where every animal is safe, happy and free. DxE cultivates a welcoming and supportive community. We ask that all those who attend our events (online and offline) respect our Code of Conduct which can be reviewed at [dxe.io/conduct](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fconduct%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF1MnJsUUZJZGw5aVV4Y3J0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqffETqCifzYTP59bNk341R_fcOHa3g-ko_DSCZZCsKuCnS4gSJxiZ213Gel_aem_3_IEYq_cUFqJ9qfG8qNslg&h=AUBsvPEO867itnrODXZ-G0Ndshri-YlLrXI63uohjrHsrw1xC9bE52ut-6zQpU4kk45mG8yp8m5VPDSOT0kUuUCvXrJ5mAzcBhchE3-LvgkgV67Jxq9B6MN_24IrH5fx2aFnhORe3s3Lp2iFOxQpngMAbp1eAH8U&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUCwGcoTdMOuy4Wq27hPrwQb8250SM3w5HU9gzT1VZKK_s1RZNePX-RqjZQZyxVqnM_K771PrsP3IObeLiNpdATcrEnnPKCmPgPQXA0dR62dvHaCn3eReHuwGHkApLc17lJ7JFo1l-SX5etRmU6zKZ1NQ7YGw6geGtw). To learn about our vision, goals, strategy and more check out the San Francisco Bay Area chapter Activist Handbook here: [dxe.io/handbook](http://dxe.io/handbook?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF1MnJsUUZJZGw5aVV4Y3J0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuQpBcvCgPyNZSgBU5AFMioqF_KhOvQ_PRgjSvFXbyh2M-PujqmmQbom-cHM_aem_juxZLrnYFjAILwTknvCTsA)

INDIA – North To South With Goa

The glorious India Tour will prove to be the most beautiful vacation of your life. Fall in love with the incredible diversity of culture, art, expression, history, cuisines, and traditions. Visit the most iconic states of the country during the tour. Sample the Indian cuisine, but make sure that you don’t get the infamous Delhi Belly. Admire the enchanting beauty of the Taj Mahal and visit the innumerable palaces and forts. Shop to your heart’s content at the local markets and enjoy the unique experiences of camel and elephant safari. Go boating at the backwaters of Kerala, and indulge in partying and revelry at Goa. Soak in the serene ambiance of Munnar and return home safe with hordes of photos, travel memories, and souvenirs from India. Highlights Visited Places: • Delhi • Agra • Ranthambore • Jaipur • Jaisalmer • Goa • Dudhsagar Waterfalls • Cochin • Munnar • Thekkady • Alleppey • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary • Eravikulam National Park Travel Experience: • Camel riding across the desert • Taj Mahal • Indian culture and cuisines • Jeep safari in the desert • Jungle safari • Elephant riding • Traditional dance performances • Tonga riding • Boat riding • Boating in the backwaters • Camping at desert • Staying overnight in the houseboat • Wildlife Tour Start Delhi Tour End Cochin Destination India Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 12pm Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) • Return: Day17 anytime after 4pm Airport: Cochin International Airport (COK) Meeting Point * The group meets at the arrival airport or at the hotel on Day01. * More details will be provided via group chat on WhatsApp Itinerary Day01 Delhi Day02 Delhi – Agra Day03 Agra - Ranthambore Day04 Ranthambore Day05 Ranthambore – Jaipur Day06 Jaipur City Day07 Jaipur – Jaisalmer Day08 Jaisalmer City Day09 Jaisalmer - Goa Day10 Goa Day11 Dudhsagar Waterfall – Goa Day12 Goa – Cochin Day13 Cochin – Munnar Day14 Munnar Day15 Munnar – Thekkady Day16 Thekkady – Alleppey Day17 Alleppey - Cochin —————————————————————— For a detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat, follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/india-north-to-south-with-goa/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/india-north-to-south-with-goa/) Cost: $4,590 pp (Double Occupancy) $5,590 pp (Single Occupancy) Inclusions Price Includes * Jaipur – Jaisalmer flight (One Way) * Jaipur / Jodhpur – Goa flight (One Way) * Goa – Cochin (One Way) * Accommodation Twin/ Double Room * Daily Breakfast * 03 nights with all meals in Ranthambore * 01 night with all meals in Alleppey houseboat * 01 night with breakfast and Dinners in Jaisalmer camp * Service of an English speaking guide during sightseeing in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur Jaisalmer, Cochin and Munnar (Only one day in each city) * Airport/hotel transfers + city tour + Drives as per the itinerary by Air – Conditioned Toyota Innova / tempo with an ALL INDIA TOURIST PERMIT * Camel ride in Jaisalmer * Jeep ride in Jaisalmer at the desert camp * Elephant ride in Jaipur (one way to going up) * Shared Jeep Safari in Ranthambore NP * Tonga ride in Agra * Jeep charges to Dudhsagar waterfall * Kathakali dance performance in Cochin * Elephant ride in Munnar * Boat ride in Periyar * All applicable taxess Price Excludes * Flights * Any meals unless specified above * Personal Expenses * Airport Tax / Travel insurance * Monuments Entrance fees (Approx. $150) Questions? Text / Call: 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Mid-Market Cleanup

Meet at Cumaica: Artesanos del Cafe ([1398 Mission St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cumaica:+Artesanos+del+Cafe/@37.77551,-122.415915,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x8085809dab5e61c1:0xc4dcc0bea7aefa4e!8m2!3d37.77551!4d-122.415915!16s%2Fg%2F1263frrcf?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDMyMy4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D "https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cumaica:+Artesanos+del+Cafe/@37.77551,-122.415915,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x8085809dab5e61c1:0xc4dcc0bea7aefa4e!8m2!3d37.77551!4d-122.415915!16s%2Fg%2F1263frrcf?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDMyMy4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D")) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning will occur from 9:00am to 10:30am around the neighborhood. Sign up on Meetup, this [Civic Joy Fund Mobilize](https://www.mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/928458/) page or email info@refuserefusesf.org with event name. \*By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: [https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer](https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer) - [https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver](https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver)

Join THE's 4th Annual Team St Jude's Walk/Run - In Loving Memory of Our Friend

Richmond District Cleanup

Meet in front of the Internet Archive ([300 Funston Ave](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Internet+Archive/@37.7823236,-122.4717795,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xa5e4e2e3d768e37e?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiRqYWjvIH5AhUPDkQIHbtCBTEQ_BJ6BAhaEAU "https://www.google.com/maps/place/Internet+Archive/@37.7823236,-122.4717795,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xa5e4e2e3d768e37e?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiRqYWjvIH5AhUPDkQIHbtCBTEQ_BJ6BAhaEAU")) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning will occur from 10:00am to 12:00pm around the neighborhood. Sign up on Meetup, this [Civic Joy Fund Mobilize](https://www.mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756094/) page or email info@refuserefusesf.org with event name. \*By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: [https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer](https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer) - [https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver](https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver)

Moab Hiking, Rappelling, And Off Road Weekend

Your salt lamp is trying its best to inspire but sometimes, you need the real thing. Escape into the russet vistas and sublime arches of this 4-day women’s multisport adventure in stunning Moab, Utah. This is your golden ticket to lace up those hiking boots and leave real life behind as we explore both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Marvel at the colossal swoops of sandstone that frame the breathtaking landscapes like a picture. Summon your inner mountain goat as you scramble up slick rock and skip across sand dunes. Escape the crowds to discover an otherworldly quiet no meditation app can inspire. Slip into a realm that seems plucked from another dimension, brimming with rock dunes, fins, and hidden slot canyons. Suit up, tie in, and prepare to rappel over 100 feet to the secret canyon floor below. Then do it all over again (AND AGAIN) on a beginner-friendly canyoneering adventure. You’ll scramble, downclimb, and maybe even wade through gorgeous, remote slot canyons. End the day with a stunning sunset hike to the most iconic spot in all of Utah. Show off those sick carpool skills as you climb into the driver’s seat of an off-road vehicle. Let the sand slap your face and the wind tangle your hair as you become one with ancient desert lore. Unearth ancient relics and dinosaur bones while navigating tunnels, ravines, hills, and arches. We’ll explore the unique town of Moab and check out the funky shops, food truck park, and restaurants all tucked in between two National Parks. Every day is a new adventure followed by the promise of the best night’s sleep of your life. Your unforgettable Moab Multisport Weekend starts with a breezy rendezvous at an airport hotel in Salt Lake City followed by a 3 night stay in our private Explorer Chick House. Hop in the SHE-nanigan Shuttle and let your guides handle the rest. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-moab-national-parks-multisport-weekend/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-moab-national-parks-multisport-weekend/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Jordan and Petra Ultimate Adventure

Enjoy a women-only adventure by camping under the desert stars on our Ultimate Jordan and Petra Tour! Over the course of 8 days and 7 nights, you’ll hike portions of the Jordan Trail, ride camels in Wadi Rum, float in the Dead Sea, and glamp under desert stars. Yep! Your Jordan Adventure will channel every ounce of your inner Indiana Jane! Cue the theme song and sing it enthusiastically as you read on about your Jordan adventure. **KING’S HIGHWAY CANYON EXPLORING AND SWIMMING** Your adventure kicks off along the King’s Highway, which you’ll travel before exploring one of the most beautiful canyons on earth. Swim through milky blue waters beneath towering basalt canyon walls. Then cozy up with your new Explorer Chick besties at an eco-lodge within the boundaries of Dana Nature Reserve. **JORDAN TRAIL HIKING AND GLAMPING** The following morning, you’ll wake to trek 5 miles along one of the most scenic sections of the Jordan Trail to arrive at Little Petra. En route, you’ll be able to see into Israel and learn about the biblical significance of the trail by our local guide. That night, you’ll relax under the stars at an authentic Bedouin camp in a comfortable glamping site with a bed and mattress. **PETRA TOUR** The next day, you’ll journey to Petra on foot over the course of 9 miles. The hike might seem long, but you’ll be rewarded by entering Petra through a back entrance before exploring the narrow slot canyons and caves deep within the vast UNESCO World Heritage site. On your second day in Petra, our local guide will take us on a super-secret hike with stunning views known only by the locals (Shhhhh! Don’t tell the tourists!). **WADI RUM DESERT TOUR AND BEDOUIN CAMP** After our time in Petra, we’ll venture to Wadi Rum, the Arabic word for “dry river bed” aka where Matt Damon grew his doo-doo potatoes in The Martian. The Wadi Rum desert is unlike anything else on Earth! Protected by the National Park, this area is devoid of man-made architecture and influence. Instead, the nomadic Bedouin people thrive on what the Earth provides and call Wadi Rum their home. Lucky for us, the Bedouins will welcome us into their communities and share some of their favorite hiking trails. Spend two nights under more breathtaking stars in another authentic Bedouin camp. Your home will be a raised canvas tent complete with a bed and local decor. **JEEP SAFARI TOUR TO MOUNTAIN ROCK SCRAMBLE AND DESERT CAMEL RIDE** While in Wadi Rum, board a Jeep to safari to Burdah Mountain and take on a challenging 3-4 hour scramble to reach the famous Burdah Rock Bridge. If you’re feeling intrepid, inch out to the middle of an arch that stands 900 feet high. Catch your last sunset in Wadi Rum on the back of a camel as you enjoy a bucket-list desert experience. **DEAD SEA SWIM AND JORDANIAN COOKING CLASS** On your final full day, we’ll journey to the lowest place on the earth—The Dead Sea. Sit back, float, slather on some “magical” mineral mud, and wonder to yourself how you got to be so brave. In the evening, we’ll gather for one last meal. But here’s the kicker: You are going to help prepare it under the leadership of a Jordanian culinary school that is women-owned and operated! **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/adventures/jordan-petra-tour/](https://explorerchick.com/adventures/jordan-petra-tour/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Shenandoah Hiking, Winery, And Sunsets Weekend

**Summits And Sips** Imagine finally treating yourself to a girls’ weekend. Only instead of sitting on someone’s living room floor fielding texts from your partner (“WHERE IS MY PRESCRIPTION NASAL SPRAY”) you’re hiking the Appalachian Trail. Eating picnics you didn’t have to pack. And tossing back Virginia wine with women who make you laugh until a you pee a little. Trade the daily hustle for mountain magic with the ultimate long weekend hiking in Shenandoah National Park. This is a more laid-back hiking adventure––active without being hardcore. We’ll explore sections of the Appalachian Trail by day, including Mary’s Rock, Whiteoak Canyon, and Hawksbill Mountain. And we’ll savor golden sunset hikes to Bearfence and Stony Man before our evening PJ parties. Our SHE-nanigan Shuttle will be conveniently parked to save us from sweary uphill climbs, whisking us away to our trailheads, an afternoon wine tasting, and our picturesque lodges with local, chef-made meals. This much beauty and sisterhood in one long weekend will feel illegal. But we promise the park rangers won’t kick us out. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-shenandoah-hiking-winery-and-sunsets-weekend/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-shenandoah-hiking-winery-and-sunsets-weekend/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping

Unreal hoodoos? Check. Slot canyons? Majestic overlooks? Check. All this and more (like heated tents with electricity) await you during our Women’s Hiking and Glamping in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon weekend adventure! **BRYCE CANYON HIKING AND BEGINNER-FRIENDLY CANYONEERING** Escape to prehistoric Utah where you’ll hike stupid-pretty trails in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park. Wade through the Virgin River below 1,500′ canyon walls in the Narrows. Spend an entire day exploring Bryce Canyon National Park. Ghost the tourists as you wander deep into orange hoodoos. Explore areas of Zion so remote, they can only be reached by rappelling, scrambling, and down-climbing on a beginner-friendly canyoneering route. **ZION NATIONAL PARK’S SCOUT LOOKOUT** Beastmaster up the West Rim Trail to Scout Lookout and enjoy some of the best views in Zion National Park. You’ll hike through Refrigerator Canyon, and shimmy up all 21 of Walters Wiggles to Scout Lookout with panoramic views of Zion Canyon and Virgin River. Afterward, dry your pits as you descend the trail to an easier hike around the scenic streams of Upper and Lower Emerald Pools. **GLAMPING** Every night you’ll rest your head in Insta-worthy glamping tents bordering Zion National Park. Kick it by the campfire under a diamond sky with goddesses who aren’t afraid to get dirty. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/adventures/hiking-glamping-zion-bryce-canyon](https://explorerchick.com/adventures/hiking-glamping-zion-bryce-canyon) **Say Hello 👋** 💻 Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Marin Headlands - Rodeo Beach Hike - Sunday 9-27-26

Paddleboarding/Kayaking in San Rafael.