What we’re about
Hi there....glad you are here. I (Abid) have been hiking, biking, skiing a while. I started this group to get moving with more people and make new friends. This is a casual group to get out and make some connections while working out.
Since starting, several amazing new leaders have joined who offer diversity of outdoors experiences across the bay area and beyond. We hope you are able to join us on one of our hikes and activities.
Group objectives:
1. get some exercise in the outdoors with hiking, biking, walking, food tours, kayaking, skiing, etc (open to ideas from others)
2. exchange ideas, get different perspectives, meet new people and make new friends
Hikes (what we do mostly)
- Hikes are usually on weekend- either Saturday or Sunday- with some weekday hikes. We usually start between 8AM-10AM depending on how far the hikes are.
- This is a CASUAL/ SOCIAL hiking group. The hosts may accommodates to conditions and skill levels of participants to maintain reasonable pace with stops. Different hosts will offer different levels of experience- so sign up for the one right for you. Some hosts will register an average pace of about 2-2.5mph while others maintain a pace of 3mph or above. Different hosts also lead different difficulty levels- so please ensure you sign up with the right host to get your best most comfortable experience.
- We do most hikes in the woods, and the great outdoors. They are usually not city hikes but sometimes we also do those. As such, hikers are expected to have appropriate hiking gear such as hiking shoes, hiking poles, head cover, layers, water, snack
- Hikers are expected to review each hike and make personal assessment whether they are able to do the hike. We will reasonably accommodate slower hikers. But PLEASE know thyself to be mindful of others.
- Please do not bring guests (unless otherwise allowed on the specific hike) as we need to manage group size due to trail conditions and safety rules
- All hikers need to be over 18 years old
- If there is a waitlist, members who have usually signed up for and shown up to past events will be prioritized over members who have either frequently signed up and not shown up (no show) for previous events AND/OR the event is their first hike AND/OR signed up and canceled frequently.
- Many hikes may be followed by group lunch/ drinks to get to know each other....please bring shareable food and drinks
LEGAL DISCLAIMER- BY PARTICIPATING IN ANY ACTVITY (EITHER AS MEMBER OF AS GUEST) YOU ASSUME ALL RISK & DISCHARGE ALL ORANIZERS OF ANY & ALL LIABILITIES RESULTING FROM YOURE VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION
The organizer and co-hosts are ONLY responsible for organizing the hike. We are not professional guides or medics. This is a hobby. When you sign up for this group you are responsible for your own personal safety. By signing up for any event organized by us, you acknowledge that you are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the organized activity and assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of the event from any liability. Leaders reserve the right of admission of members to any event and may uninvite members if they feel necessary
Upcoming events (2)
See all- SATURDAY ~9mile gaze out the pacific, history & scenic moderate hike AND PICNICRodeo Beach Coastal Trailhead, Mill Valley, CA
9AM START. BE ON TIME. MEET AT RODEO BEACH PARKING- NOT AT ALLTRAILS STARTING POINT. BRING BEACH CHAIRS/ BLANKETS FOR PICNIC AFTER.
DOGS ON LEASH WELCOME.
PARKING
Meet at the Rodeo beach parking lot (37.832552663852496, -122.53890016379071) near the Rodeo Beach Coastal Trailhead. Reasonable amount of parking there but come early to be sure. NOTE this is different that the alltrails starting pointDETAILS
8.5-9 mile loop trail near Sausalito, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4hrs to complete depending on stops. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leashWHAT TO EXPECT
We will be starting from a different location than Alltrails, and we will go clockwise to get warmed up early with the ascent. First 2 miles we will ascend 935ft to explore Mike missiles site and other military/ battery sites. You will see sweeping views of the ocean and hopefully of the city. From there on, we will descend towards Point Bonita Light House exploring the beautiful lighthouse and area around it. We may see the lighthouse and get in if it is open. Finally we will walk back towards the lot and our cars. Total ascent ~1,400ft. The hike is mostly unshaded, so wear proper sub protective gear if you need it and sunscreen. Bring water.APPROXIMATE Details of the trail are available here (we will NOT be taking the exact route)
IMPORTANT
Please read reviews to ensure you are physically fit to do the trail.HOW TO GET THERE
Meet at the Rodeo Beach parking lot (GPS location 37.832552663852496, -122.53890016379071) near the Rodeo Beach Coastal Trailhead. We will assemble and start in the parking lot.BY PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTVITY (EITHER AS MEMBER OR AS GUEST) YOU ASSUME ALL RISK & DISCHARGE ORANIZERS OF ANY & ALL LIABILITY
Please read up on rules on our main club page, be on time at meeting point, meet at the meeting point shown below, wear hiking shoes and bring walking sticks (as needed). By attending/ responding to this event you agree to all the disclaimers on our main club page and discharge organizers of all liability. Note that this is a CASUAL/ SOCIAL hiking group (not for either competitive hikers or weekend strollers)- as such the group accommodates to conditions and skill levels of participants to maintain reasonable pace (~2 - 2.5 miles/ hr) with stops.NOW TRADITIONAL AFTER HIKE SOCIAL HOUR
Bring you shareable snacks, food, wine or favorite poison.....for sharing more great stories and laughter! Don't forget picnic blankets if you have them.
