South Bay 50+ Social Hikers

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About us

We're a group of folks 50 & over who do moderate hikes, mostly in the South Bay on Saturday Mornings and alternating Wednesdays, 6-9 miles max at a moderate pace. For this group it's more about the community, camaraderie and journey than the destination, meet new friends who want to hike, and then go out to lunch after. Sort of like going to party where you get some exercise.
Disclaimer: I'm doing this because I like hiking and meeting such wonderful people. We're all grownups at this point and you're responsible for your health and safety. Hiking and changing weather and trail conditions can be dangerous. By signing up for these events, you agree to release South Bay 50+ Social Hikers and especially me and any other organizers from any responsibility, liability, or claim in law or in equity. If you don't agree to these terms, DO NOT join this meetup event. You are responsible for yourself. Please come prepared with appropriate hiking shoes, gear, water and a sense of humor.

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Arastradero from Alpine Inn w optional Rock the Dock
Sat, Apr 25 · 9:30 AM PDT
Alpine Inn Beer Garden, 3915 Alpine Road, Portola Valley, CA, US
6.6 mi, 950 ft
The mostly exposed Enid Pearson Arastradero Preserve features open rolling grasslands with a few forested trails, and a great view out over the Bay.
This hike starts at the parking lot for Rossotti's Alpine Inn (Zotts). We'll enter the preserve the back way, and hike through a mixture of grasslands and forest. We'll cross Arastradero Road, pass by the main parking lot and its restrooms, do a small loop over there, and then return to the main part of the preserve.
Planned route (rough): Arastradero Road, John Marthens Lane, Meadowlark, Vista Point, Woodrat, Arastradero Creek, Acorn, Meadowlark, pass the lake, Wild Rye, de Anza, Redtail Loop, Portola Pastures, Meadowlark, Bonus Hill, Ohlone, Bay Laurel, Woodland, and back.
To download the map: Alltrails
To arrange carpools: https://groupcarpool.com/t/37z68r
Be sure to agree on which events (lunch & music) you are staying for LOL!

It should be a nice spring day (forecasted high of 64 degrees) for Rossotti's Alpine Inn at 3915 Alpine Road, Portola Valley and their expansive patio and highly recommended Mexican Street Corn and conveniently we will already be parked there! For those wanting to continue the fun, join me for the music of the Cocktail Monkeys at Rock the Dock at 3:30 at the Port of Redwood City.

The IOPQ will be : Is there a particular song which brings back a memory from your past? If so what is the song & what is the memory (if you're willing to share!)
ATTENDANCE: If you are signed up for a hike, or on the waitlist, please remove yourself to the "not going " list as soon as you become unsure about attending, so another wait lister can have adequate notice that they are going. Also, it is not okay to just show up to a hike you are not listed as "going" to. Hikers who violate these policies will have that information noted on their permanent record, and their parents may be notified.
DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system, or if you've been exposed to or tested positive for COVID-19.
LIABILITY WAIVER By joining this group for any 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, 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.
Disclaimer: The South Bay Over 50 Social Hiking Group and its event organizer and members are not responsible for your safety. Outdoor activities are inherently dangerous. By signing up for these events, you agree to release the South Bay Over 50 Social Hiking Group and its event organizer and members from any responsibility, liability, or claim in law or in equity. If you don't agree to these terms, DO NOT join this meetup event. The South Bay Over 50 Social Hiking Group does not certify the expertise of its event organizer - I am a volunteer. All hike distances, routes and elevation gains are approximations and can vary from time to time. You are responsible for yourself. Please come prepared with appropriate hiking shoes, poles, hat, sunscreen, first aid, food, gear, electrolytes, and water. You should consult your physician if you have any medical conditions that might limit your ability to engage in this type of activity.
19 attendees
Sort food @Second Harvest
Wed, May 20 · 9:00 AM PDT
Second Harvest Curtner Center, 750 Curtner Ave, san jose, CA, US
Let's do a 3 hour volunteer shift sorting food at the Curtner Second Harvest location & then go somewhere for lunch. You must sign up for the shift and if this is your first time volunteering for Second Harvest you will also need to fill out the volunteer application. Sign up here: 9AM shift Wednesday, May 20th Everyone will go directly to the waiting list. Once you confirm that you have secured a spot with second harvest, comment on the event & I will add you to the going list.

I have done this several times & it feels like a very good use of my volunteer time. Unlike other places I have volunteered at, I am usefully employed the entire time. They also play music which helps the time fly by LOL. I'm open to suggestions for lunch places after as well, otherwise we will likely end up at Vito's Trattoria since they have nice outdoor seating & good food.

Be sure to dress warmly as it is quite chilly inside the warehouse. I especially like to wear wool socks so my feet don't get cold on the concrete floor.

We will meet out front at 8:50 but if you come once we've gone in use the rightmost entrance. Note that if you come in more than a few minutes late you will not be allowed to participate so try to be early.
9 attendees