May 2013 Feets
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The following geographical descriptions are used for walks not in San Diego proper. They appear on the same line with the time.
NC = North County - north past La Jolla
EC = East County - east of La Mesa
SB = South Bay - Chula Vista or south
Unless otherwise specified, walks start at the time shown. Walk leaders should arrive 15 minutes before the time listed.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today’s hike will be an e-mail hike with details sent out a day or two before. IMPORTANT HIKE INFO: Park on the street in front of the Methodist Church, 2111 Camino del Rio South (west of Texas St.). Be prepared to drive yourself if there are no other carpoolers. Bring lunch, 2-3 quarts of water, sun and rain protection, and lug-soled shoes. “First timers" must call the leader. Also call in case of bad weather conditions. All participants must be in top condition, well prepared for trail conditions and will be accepted at the leader’s discretion. Hikers must be able to keep pace with the group. Check the hikes at http://www.walkabouthikes.org as weather or unusual conditions may cause the hike to be moved or canceled. If you have any questions, please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or
ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NITE WORKOUT. Meet at Costa Verde Shopping Center in front of Bookstar, west of Westfield UTC Mall between La Jolla Village Dr. and Nobel Dr. We will walk about 1½ hours at a moderate-plus to brisk pace, heading in a different direction each week, exploring canyon trails and hills. Come explore this area and have some fun! Debbie B. (858) 229-1065 or Barbara N. (619) 226-3024.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES:
Eastern Balboa Park. Meet Edie at the merry go-round off Park Blvd. near the Zoo. We’ll see roses and cacti galore, and also much more on this moderate-paced 1-hour walk. Be ready for some uneven dirt paths. Plan for an optional breakfast afterward. Shall we try Greek? (619) 222-4396.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. Join Mark L. and Rob for a moderate one-hour walk around the recently opened Promenade along America's Cup Harbor past the boat yards, fishing fleet, famous seafood restaurants, etc., and back. Meet at the Bali Hai Restaurant FREE parking lot on the east end of Shelter Island Dr. by the circle. OPTIONAL: After, we will join the Shelter Island Walk & Talk Bunch for a second hour along the bay, followed by an optional lunch or free stretching class. (See next walk). Repeats every Thursday. Mark L. (619) 964-3097.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. Sandra, Sally and Friends will do a casual+ walk from the Bali Hai Restaurant to the Friendship Bell and back on flat sidewalks (about 2.2 miles round trip, about 60-70 minutes including pit stop). Breathe delicious ocean air and enjoy dynamic bay and city views from ships to wildlife. You may stop at one of the many benches and rejoin us on the return leg. Meet at east end of the island to the right of the Bali Hai by the lamppost and handrails, where we will stretch for a few minutes. If you're late, drive down the island and join us along the way. Take the #28 bus and walk approximately 3 blocks to the Bali Hai where there is ample free parking. Optional eats after, or optional free adult education stretching class nearby (11:30 am-12:45 pm). Rain cancels. Join us - just for the health of it! Walk repeats every Thursday. Sally R. (619) 272-8851.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. Walk the beach or the bay and stop for coffee near the end of this moderate-plus or moderate flat walk. Meet at the Belmont Park ticket booth off Mission Blvd. To use public transport, ride the trolley to Old Town, take the #8 bus at 9:40 to Mission Blvd. arriving at 9:54, and walk across the street. Rain cancels. Kathy L. (858) 484-0349.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. Meet at the Senior Lounge across from the Museum of Photographic Arts to walk at a casual pace through beautiful Balboa Park for about 45 minutes. Terrain is flat and mostly paved. Stay after for optional coffee and cookies. Use the #7 bus if you don’t want to drive. Rain cancels. Mary T. (619) 291-1349.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. Come see the great views and picturesque homes and gardens of this homey old neighborhood on a 1-hour, moderate-paced walk on flat terrain. Meet at Espresso Mio, 1920 Ft. Stockton Dr. From Washington St., go north on Goldfinch St. and west on Ft. Stockton Dr. Rain cancels. Wear white or light colors for safety’s sake. Pat P. (619) 291-6162.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Don at
dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
4:00 pm
WALKING, TALKING, EATING AND FUN AROUND THE BONFIRE. Join Bev and friends for a late afternoon casual 1-hour walk along our beautiful beaches in the Mission Bay Park area. We will be walking through Paradise Point Resort, around the Model Yacht Pond and along the perimeter of this isle. Following our walk, we will enjoy the beauty of the Mission Bay Channel as well as an optional potluck and BBQ, and then sit around the bonfire (anybody up for some s’mores?). Bring sunscreen, hat, beach chair (for on the grass or sand), food to share, food to BBQ and a beverage. Table service (plates, forks, etc,) will be provided. Tables will be used for our potluck food; there will not be any tables to sit at for your meal. From the I-8 westbound (others refer to Thomas Guide pg.1268), exit W. Mission Bay Dr., turn right at the traffic light onto Ingraham St., stay in the left lane to the second traffic light (about 1½ miles), turn left at West Vacation Road and turn IMMEDIATELY left onto a frontage road that runs parallel to Ingraham St.; follow this to the end parking lot where we’ll be at the last table to the left of the cement canopy as you face Mission Bay Channel. Bev (858) 268-8088.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. Carol, Teri, or a substitute leader will guide you along the harbor or through downtown while enjoying the bright lights and fresh breezes. Meet at the entrance to the ABM parking lot on the west side of Pacific Hwy. just north of Broadway – this lot has lots of metered parking, which is free after 6:00 pm, before you enter the pay lot. (Note: ABM lot on the east side of Broadway is a pay lot only) The pace is moderate to moderate-plus for about 1½ hours. Rain cancels. We encourage anyone to lead a slower version of this walk any Saturday. Often a group of walkers will break away for a casual dinner, so feel free to join them! Walk leaves promptly at 6:15. Carol W. (619) 303-7942, Teri E. (858) 483-0512.
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL ON SHELTER ISLAND. Ships and seagulls will delight us as we walk as far around Shelter Island as we wish at our own speed with time out to pet cute dogs. The walk is mostly flat, but we might go along the shore and some might go up the hill for the views. Optional breakfast follows to eat and chat. Meet at Shelter Island Dr. and Anchorage Ln. This area is served by the 6:45 #28 bus to Shelter Island Dr. and Anchorage Ln. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. Start from the carousel in Balboa Park and join us on one of the most scenic walks in San Diego. Our brisk pace encompasses the harbor, downtown, Bankers Hill and bridges depending on size of group and mood. Allow 3 hours, which includes a coffee break. To use public transportation, take the trolley to 3rd Ave. and C St. At 3rd Ave. and Broadway take the #7 bus at 7:42 or 7:48. Arrive at Zoo Pl. at 8:00 or 8:06. Meet Rick at the carousel at Park Blvd. and Zoo Pl. (858) 565-7212.
9:15 am NC
RANCHO SANTA FE OLE! Start the cheerful Cinco de Mayo day off on the right foot by dancing along festive footpaths and tantalizing trails in the "lake district" of this cozy community on a 3-hour, moderate-plus paced prance over mixed-up and down terrain. Scenic delights beckon around each corner in this remarkable realm. Look for Larry in front of the Rancho Santa Fe Library at 17040 Avenida De Acacias near the corner of La Granada (route S-9). BYO water; rainwater cancels. Larry@walkabout-int.org (858) 755-1751 (evenings and weekends).
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: LIBERTY STATION. Meet Connie at Womble St. and Truxtun Rd. for a 1-hour, casual to moderate walk on flat, paved terrain. We’ll walk the arcades to see what new businesses and attractions are being added to this historic location, once home to the Navy Training Center (NTC) San Diego, where we’ll see such diverse attractions as High Tech High and Middle School, The Rock Church and Academy, the Historic North Chapel, our own Walkabout International Office, non-profit organizations such as SD Foundation and SD Coastkeeper, and numerous art galleries and dance studios. Did I mention the numerous restaurants and to shops to check out? Bring money for an optional breakfast afterward. (619) 477-8628.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. Start out your week with beautiful scenic views of Mission Bay and nearby homes as a guest leader takes the group on a moderate to moderate-plus paced flat walk for about 2 hours with a pause for coffee or yogurt. Take the I-5 to Grand Ave. and go west to Lamont St., turn left on Lamont St., then right on Crown Point Dr. to meet at the west end of the parking lot near the restrooms. To use public transportation, take the trolley to Old Town and board the #9 bus at 9:10, get off at La Cima Dr. and walk 3 blocks east to the parking lot. Rain cancels. Kathy L. (858) 484-0349.
10:00 am
Tuesday
Walkers. Today we travel to Point Loma to view the beautiful homes, gardens, and views on a moderate, mostly flat walk strolling through one of San Diego's premier neighborhoods where we’ll look for award-winning gardens and historic homes. Meet at the grocery parking lot where Catalina Blvd., Talbot St. and Canon St. meet. Optional snacks follow. Rain cancels. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
6:30 pm
Mission Bay Sunsets.
Walk leaves promptly at 6:30. Rain (not mist) cancels. Enjoy the cooler evening air and beautiful views of Mission Bay! Join us for a flat but fairly fast-paced
moderate to moderate-plus, 1-hour-plus walk along the shores of Mission Bay. Take the I-5 and go west on Clairemont Dr. to meet at the former Visitors Information Center (see Thomas Guide 1248-D7).
Teri E. (858) 483-0512 or Jill F. (858) 292-4231.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Don at
dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See May 1.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES:
North Park. Enjoy a 1-hour flat walk at a moderate pace in this older section of San Diego where we’ll see a variety of interesting homes that have stood the test of time. Meet at Hamilton St. and El Cajon Blvd. (south side). Bring money for an optional breakfast afterward. Sandra S. (619) 582-6550.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. See May 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See May 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See May 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See May 2.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See May 3.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org
for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Bill at (619) 264-1299 or
wa4lrm@gmail.com.
7:15 am
LATE BIRDS. For those of us who can't get up in time for the Sunrise Series, Anna T. will lead a flat 1-hour walk at your own pace around Pacific Beach, followed by an optional breakfast. Take the #30 bus at 6:45 from Old Town, exit at Mission Blvd. Meet in front of Crystal Pier at the west end of Garnet Ave. Rain cancels. (619) 231-7463.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See May 4.
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN BALBOA PARK. The park is beautiful any time of the year with many paths to explore on this flat walk at your own pace. Eating and chatting afterward is optional but great fun (Greek?). Meet at the carousel on Park Blvd. at Zoo Pl. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See May 5.
11:00 am
RIVER DAYS WALKS. See
Special
Events.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: LAKE MURRAY. Drive through the main entrance to Lake Murray at the end of Kiowa Dr. off Lake Murray Blvd. and meet in the main parking lot, on the left as you approach the lake. You may then walk at your own pace for 1 hour on a mostly flat path around the lake. An optional breakfast follows. Betty (858) 248-3782.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See May 6.
10:00 am
TUESDAY WALKERS VIEW CORONADO GARDENS. Since this is the height of the season for Coronado's award-winning gardens, meet Fran W. at the Library on Orange Ave. between 6th and 7th Sts. for a moderate, flat 1.5-hour walk as we view some of the area's most beautiful gardens and homes. Optional lunch follows. Rain cancels. (619) 271-7107.
6:30 pm
Mission Bay Sunsets. See May 7.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Stan at (619) 448-1668 before 6:00 pm or
shunt92071@yahoo.com.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See May 1.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES:
South Bay. It’s been a long time since we’ve visited National City, so meet Frances in the parking lot on the corner of National City Blvd. and 2nd St. as we visit Heritage Square, where the “Railroad Homes” and Kimball House are located, and the National City Library, which has a custom-designed William Hubbell stained glass window. We’ll cut through Kimball Park, visiting the ARTS center, while we explore the second oldest city in San Diego County on this casual to moderate 1-hour walk with flat terrain. From the north, take the I-5 south to Main St., make a left turn onto National City Blvd., go under the I-5 freeway and bear right at the arrow. Parking lot is about two blocks on your right. Bring money for optional breakfast afterward. (619) 479-3962.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. See May 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See May 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See May 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See May 2.
10:00 am
WALKABOUT BOARD MEETING. The monthly meeting will be held in the Board Room of the NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd. (619) 231-7463.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See May 3.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Bill at (619) 264-1299 or
wa4lrm@gmail.com.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See May 4.
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL ALONG EAST MISSION BAY. Let’s take a flat walk at your own speed to see the birds, boats and views. Optional breakfast and chatting follow. Meet at the former Visitors Information Center. From I-5 take the Clairemont Dr. exit and go west. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See May 5.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES:
crystal pier. Oh, what a glorious morning (we hope) as you meet Verna at Crystal Pier at the end of Garnet St. in Pacific Beach. Come whet your appetite as we walk along the boardwalk at your own pace for 1 hour. Give your attention to all of your senses as you see birds and perhaps clouds with a rosy color from the sunrise (or maybe fog?), smell the odors of the salty sea, the whiffs of breakfasts being cooked at the coffee shops and small eating places, and then you can really enjoy the taste of an optional breakfast at our favorite spot overlooking the open sea. There'll be your leader and a “caboose” to make sure none of the slower walkers are late for breakfast. (619) 276-3055.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See May 6.
3:00 pm
Talmadge Travels. Stroll the streets named for the three Talmadge sisters of movie fame as we view beautiful gardens and some Moorish architecture. Meet Evelyn K. at the corner of Euclid and Monroe Aves. (1 block north of El Cajon Blvd.) for a moderate, flat 1-1/2 hour walk. Bus #1 stops at El Cajon Blvd. and Estrella Ave. (east-bound) and El Cajon Blvd. and 47th St. (west-bound). Rain cancels. (619) 461-6095.
6:30 pm
Mission Bay Sunsets. See May 7.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Stan at (619) 448-1668 before 6:00 pm or
shunt92071@yahoo.com.
10:00 am
POINT LOMA HARBOR VIEW. Join Robert and Friends
for a mostly level, 1-hour stroll at casual speed along Point
Loma’s crest. Optional eating afterwards. The following directions avoid
driving up particularly steep hills: Take Rosecrans St. south through
Point Loma. Turn right on Talbot St., left on Gage Dr., left on Jennings
St., right on Bangor St., left on Golden Park Ave. and around the bend
to our meeting place at Harbor View. Rain cancels. Robert B.
(858) 414-6181.
10:00 am
GOLDEN HILL MANSIONS. We’ll enjoy some local history on this casual jaunt for about 1+ hour with some slight hills. Golden Hill’s location was perfect for wealthy businessmen in the late 1800s, and its closeness to downtown is still very appealing to today’s young professionals. Join Larraine at the corner of 25th and A Sts. Optional lunch follows plus our usual visit to a Mexican bakery and maybe the fire station. (619) 583-7644.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See May 1.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES:
Tecolote Revisited. We’ll take a 1-hour moderate-pace, flat walk in a country setting on this canyon walk where we hope to see some animal life at this early hour. Take I- 5 to the Tecolote Road/Seaworld Dr. exit, go east all the way into the canyon and keep driving to the visitor center parking lot at the end. Bring money for an optional breakfast afterward. Winnie (858) 278-4003.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. See May 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See May 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See May 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See May 2.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See May 3.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or
ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.
7:15 am
LATE BIRDS. For those of us who can't get up in time for the Sunrise Series, Fusa and Friends will lead a flat 1-hour walk at your own pace around Shelter Island, followed by an optional breakfast. Meet in the parking lot at Anchorage Ln. and Cañon St. Rain cancels. (619) 223-6947.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See May 4.
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN PACIFIC BEACH. Before the crowds arrive, walking in Pacific Beach can be delightful. We’ll walk along the ocean admiring the waves on a flat walk at your own speed and then return by the same route. Meet at the west end of Garnet Ave. by Crystal Pier. From Old Town Transit Center, take the #8 bus at 6:30. Rain cancels or postpones. Optional breakfast follows, perhaps on a deck overlooking the ocean. Pat's Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See May 5.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: KENSINGTON. Gardens are in bloom in this charming area at this time of year as we take a moderate flat 1-hour walk to view gardens and homes followed by an optional breakfast. Meet at the library at Kensington St. and Adams Ave. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
10:00 am
Memorial Day at Mount Hope Cemetery. Let's visit some of San Diego’s pioneers' gravesites as we walk around these mostly flat, beautiful grounds at a casual pace. We'll see Union, Confederate and Spanish American War gravesites as well as those of the famous. Maybe we will see the trolley as it bisects the park. Meet at the visitor office off Market St. east of I-15. Optional ceremony for Civil War Veterans may follow. Rain cancels. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See May 6.
6:30 pm
Mission Bay Sunsets. See May 7.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or
ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See May 1.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES:
Coast Guard Station. Meet Gloria at the restaurant parking lot at Pacific Highway and Hawthorn St. to walk north on Pacific Highway to the Coast Guard Station and beyond. This 1-hour at your own pace walk is on paved, flat terrain. Bring money for optional breakfast afterward. (619) 482-7677.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. See May 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See May 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See May 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See May 2.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See May 3.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today’s hike will be an e-mail hike with details sent out a day or two before. IMPORTANT HIKE INFO: Park on the street in front of the Methodist Church, 2111 Camino del Rio South (west of Texas St.). Be prepared to drive yourself if there are no other carpoolers. Bring lunch, 2-3 quarts of water, sun and rain protection, and lug-soled shoes. “First timers" must call the leader. Also call in case of bad weather conditions. All participants must be in top condition, well prepared for trail conditions and will be accepted at the leader’s discretion. Hikers must be able to keep pace with the group. Check the hikes at http://www.walkabouthikes.org as weather or unusual conditions may cause the hike to be moved or canceled. If you have any questions, please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NITE WORKOUT. Meet at Costa Verde Shopping Center in front of Bookstar, west of Westfield UTC Mall between La Jolla Village Dr. and Nobel Dr. We will walk about 1½ hours at a moderate-plus to brisk pace, heading in a different direction each week, exploring canyon trails and hills. Come explore this area and have some fun! Debbie B. (858) 229-1065 or Barbara N. (619) 226-3024.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: Eastern Balboa Park. Meet Edie at the merry go-round off Park Blvd. near the Zoo. We’ll see roses and cacti galore, and also much more on this moderate-paced 1-hour walk. Be ready for some uneven dirt paths. Plan for an optional breakfast afterward. Shall we try Greek? (619) 222-4396.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. Join Mark L. and Rob for a moderate one-hour walk around the recently opened Promenade along America's Cup Harbor past the boat yards, fishing fleet, famous seafood restaurants, etc., and back. Meet at the Bali Hai Restaurant FREE parking lot on the east end of Shelter Island Dr. by the circle. OPTIONAL: After, we will join the Shelter Island Walk & Talk Bunch for a second hour along the bay, followed by an optional lunch or free stretching class. (See next walk). Repeats every Thursday. Mark L. (619) 964-3097.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. Sandra, Sally and Friends will do a casual+ walk from the Bali Hai Restaurant to the Friendship Bell and back on flat sidewalks (about 2.2 miles round trip, about 60-70 minutes including pit stop). Breathe delicious ocean air and enjoy dynamic bay and city views from ships to wildlife. You may stop at one of the many benches and rejoin us on the return leg. Meet at east end of the island to the right of the Bali Hai by the lamppost and handrails, where we will stretch for a few minutes. If you're late, drive down the island and join us along the way. Take the #28 bus and walk approximately 3 blocks to the Bali Hai where there is ample free parking. Optional eats after, or optional free adult education stretching class nearby (11:30 am-12:45 pm). Rain cancels. Join us - just for the health of it! Walk repeats every Thursday. Sally R. (619) 272-8851.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. Walk the beach or the bay and stop for coffee near the end of this moderate-plus or moderate flat walk. Meet at the Belmont Park ticket booth off Mission Blvd. To use public transport, ride the trolley to Old Town, take the #8 bus at 9:40 to Mission Blvd. arriving at 9:54, and walk across the street. Rain cancels. Kathy L. (858) 484-0349.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. Meet at the Senior Lounge across from the Museum of Photographic Arts to walk at a casual pace through beautiful Balboa Park for about 45 minutes. Terrain is flat and mostly paved. Stay after for optional coffee and cookies. Use the #7 bus if you don’t want to drive. Rain cancels. Mary T. (619) 291-1349.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. Come see the great views and picturesque homes and gardens of this homey old neighborhood on a 1-hour, moderate-paced walk on flat terrain. Meet at Espresso Mio, 1920 Ft. Stockton Dr. From Washington St., go north on Goldfinch St. and west on Ft. Stockton Dr. Rain cancels. Wear white or light colors for safety’s sake. Pat P. (619) 291-6162.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
4:00 pm
WALKING, TALKING, EATING AND FUN AROUND THE BONFIRE. Join Bev and friends for a late afternoon casual 1-hour walk along our beautiful beaches in the Mission Bay Park area. We will be walking through Paradise Point Resort, around the Model Yacht Pond and along the perimeter of this isle. Following our walk, we will enjoy the beauty of the Mission Bay Channel as well as an optional potluck and BBQ, and then sit around the bonfire (anybody up for some s’mores?). Bring sunscreen, hat, beach chair (for on the grass or sand), food to share, food to BBQ and a beverage. Table service (plates, forks, etc,) will be provided. Tables will be used for our potluck food; there will not be any tables to sit at for your meal. From the I-8 westbound (others refer to Thomas Guide pg.1268), exit W. Mission Bay Dr., turn right at the traffic light onto Ingraham St., stay in the left lane to the second traffic light (about 1½ miles), turn left at West Vacation Road and turn IMMEDIATELY left onto a frontage road that runs parallel to Ingraham St.; follow this to the end parking lot where we’ll be at the last table to the left of the cement canopy as you face Mission Bay Channel. Bev (858) 268-8088.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. Carol, Teri, or a substitute leader will guide you along the harbor or through downtown while enjoying the bright lights and fresh breezes. Meet at the entrance to the ABM parking lot on the west side of Pacific Hwy. just north of Broadway – this lot has lots of metered parking, which is free after 6:00 pm, before you enter the pay lot. (Note: ABM lot on the east side of Broadway is a pay lot only) The pace is moderate to moderate-plus for about 1½ hours. Rain cancels. We encourage anyone to lead a slower version of this walk any Saturday. Often a group of walkers will break away for a casual dinner, so feel free to join them! Walk leaves promptly at 6:15. Carol W. (619) 303-7942, Teri E. (858) 483-0512.
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL ON SHELTER ISLAND. Ships and seagulls will delight us as we walk as far around Shelter Island as we wish at our own speed with time out to pet cute dogs. The walk is mostly flat, but we might go along the shore and some might go up the hill for the views. Optional breakfast follows to eat and chat. Meet at Shelter Island Dr. and Anchorage Ln. This area is served by the 6:45 #28 bus to Shelter Island Dr. and Anchorage Ln. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. Start from the carousel in Balboa Park and join us on one of the most scenic walks in San Diego. Our brisk pace encompasses the harbor, downtown, Bankers Hill and bridges depending on size of group and mood. Allow 3 hours, which includes a coffee break. To use public transportation, take the trolley to 3rd Ave. and C St. At 3rd Ave. and Broadway take the #7 bus at 7:42 or 7:48. Arrive at Zoo Pl. at 8:00 or 8:06. Meet Rick at the carousel at Park Blvd. and Zoo Pl. (858) 565-7212.
9:15 am NC
RANCHO SANTA FE OLE! Start the cheerful Cinco de Mayo day off on the right foot by dancing along festive footpaths and tantalizing trails in the "lake district" of this cozy community on a 3-hour, moderate-plus paced prance over mixed-up and down terrain. Scenic delights beckon around each corner in this remarkable realm. Look for Larry in front of the Rancho Santa Fe Library at 17040 Avenida De Acacias near the corner of La Granada (route S-9). BYO water; rainwater cancels. Larry@walkabout-int.org (858) 755-1751 (evenings and weekends).
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: LIBERTY STATION. Meet Connie at Womble St. and Truxtun Rd. for a 1-hour, casual to moderate walk on flat, paved terrain. We’ll walk the arcades to see what new businesses and attractions are being added to this historic location, once home to the Navy Training Center (NTC) San Diego, where we’ll see such diverse attractions as High Tech High and Middle School, The Rock Church and Academy, the Historic North Chapel, our own Walkabout International Office, non-profit organizations such as SD Foundation and SD Coastkeeper, and numerous art galleries and dance studios. Did I mention the numerous restaurants and to shops to check out? Bring money for an optional breakfast afterward. (619) 477-8628.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. Start out your week with beautiful scenic views of Mission Bay and nearby homes as a guest leader takes the group on a moderate to moderate-plus paced flat walk for about 2 hours with a pause for coffee or yogurt. Take the I-5 to Grand Ave. and go west to Lamont St., turn left on Lamont St., then right on Crown Point Dr. to meet at the west end of the parking lot near the restrooms. To use public transportation, take the trolley to Old Town and board the #9 bus at 9:10, get off at La Cima Dr. and walk 3 blocks east to the parking lot. Rain cancels. Kathy L. (858) 484-0349.
10:00 am
Tuesday Walkers. Today we travel to Point Loma to view the beautiful homes, gardens, and views on a moderate, mostly flat walk strolling through one of San Diego's premier neighborhoods where we’ll look for award-winning gardens and historic homes. Meet at the grocery parking lot where Catalina Blvd., Talbot St. and Canon St. meet. Optional snacks follow. Rain cancels. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
6:30 pm
Mission Bay Sunsets. Walk leaves promptly at 6:30. Rain (not mist) cancels. Enjoy the cooler evening air and beautiful views of Mission Bay! Join us for a flat but fairly fast-paced moderate to moderate-plus, 1-hour-plus walk along the shores of Mission Bay. Take the I-5 and go west on Clairemont Dr. to meet at the former Visitors Information Center (see Thomas Guide 1248-D7). Teri E. (858) 483-0512 or Jill F. (858) 292-4231.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See May 1.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: North Park. Enjoy a 1-hour flat walk at a moderate pace in this older section of San Diego where we’ll see a variety of interesting homes that have stood the test of time. Meet at Hamilton St. and El Cajon Blvd. (south side). Bring money for an optional breakfast afterward. Sandra S. (619) 582-6550.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. See May 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See May 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See May 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See May 2.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See May 3.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Bill at (619) 264-1299 or wa4lrm@gmail.com.
7:15 am
LATE BIRDS. For those of us who can't get up in time for the Sunrise Series, Anna T. will lead a flat 1-hour walk at your own pace around Pacific Beach, followed by an optional breakfast. Take the #30 bus at 6:45 from Old Town, exit at Mission Blvd. Meet in front of Crystal Pier at the west end of Garnet Ave. Rain cancels. (619) 231-7463.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See May 4.
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN BALBOA PARK. The park is beautiful any time of the year with many paths to explore on this flat walk at your own pace. Eating and chatting afterward is optional but great fun (Greek?). Meet at the carousel on Park Blvd. at Zoo Pl. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See May 5.
11:00 am
RIVER DAYS WALKS. See Special Events.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: LAKE MURRAY. Drive through the main entrance to Lake Murray at the end of Kiowa Dr. off Lake Murray Blvd. and meet in the main parking lot, on the left as you approach the lake. You may then walk at your own pace for 1 hour on a mostly flat path around the lake. An optional breakfast follows. Betty (858) 248-3782.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See May 6.
10:00 am
TUESDAY WALKERS VIEW CORONADO GARDENS. Since this is the height of the season for Coronado's award-winning gardens, meet Fran W. at the Library on Orange Ave. between 6th and 7th Sts. for a moderate, flat 1.5-hour walk as we view some of the area's most beautiful gardens and homes. Optional lunch follows. Rain cancels. (619) 271-7107.
6:30 pm
Mission Bay Sunsets. See May 7.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Stan at (619) 448-1668 before 6:00 pm or shunt92071@yahoo.com.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See May 1.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: South Bay. It’s been a long time since we’ve visited National City, so meet Frances in the parking lot on the corner of National City Blvd. and 2nd St. as we visit Heritage Square, where the “Railroad Homes” and Kimball House are located, and the National City Library, which has a custom-designed William Hubbell stained glass window. We’ll cut through Kimball Park, visiting the ARTS center, while we explore the second oldest city in San Diego County on this casual to moderate 1-hour walk with flat terrain. From the north, take the I-5 south to Main St., make a left turn onto National City Blvd., go under the I-5 freeway and bear right at the arrow. Parking lot is about two blocks on your right. Bring money for optional breakfast afterward. (619) 479-3962.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. See May 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See May 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See May 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See May 2.
10:00 am
WALKABOUT BOARD MEETING. The monthly meeting will be held in the Board Room of the NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd. (619) 231-7463.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See May 3.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Bill at (619) 264-1299 or wa4lrm@gmail.com.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See May 4.
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL ALONG EAST MISSION BAY. Let’s take a flat walk at your own speed to see the birds, boats and views. Optional breakfast and chatting follow. Meet at the former Visitors Information Center. From I-5 take the Clairemont Dr. exit and go west. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See May 5.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: crystal pier. Oh, what a glorious morning (we hope) as you meet Verna at Crystal Pier at the end of Garnet St. in Pacific Beach. Come whet your appetite as we walk along the boardwalk at your own pace for 1 hour. Give your attention to all of your senses as you see birds and perhaps clouds with a rosy color from the sunrise (or maybe fog?), smell the odors of the salty sea, the whiffs of breakfasts being cooked at the coffee shops and small eating places, and then you can really enjoy the taste of an optional breakfast at our favorite spot overlooking the open sea. There'll be your leader and a “caboose” to make sure none of the slower walkers are late for breakfast. (619) 276-3055.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See May 6.
3:00 pm
Talmadge Travels. Stroll the streets named for the three Talmadge sisters of movie fame as we view beautiful gardens and some Moorish architecture. Meet Evelyn K. at the corner of Euclid and Monroe Aves. (1 block north of El Cajon Blvd.) for a moderate, flat 1-1/2 hour walk. Bus #1 stops at El Cajon Blvd. and Estrella Ave. (east-bound) and El Cajon Blvd. and 47th St. (west-bound). Rain cancels. (619) 461-6095.
6:30 pm
Mission Bay Sunsets. See May 7.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Stan at (619) 448-1668 before 6:00 pm or shunt92071@yahoo.com.
10:00 am
POINT LOMA HARBOR VIEW. Join Robert and Friends for a mostly level, 1-hour stroll at casual speed along Point Loma’s crest. Optional eating afterwards. The following directions avoid driving up particularly steep hills: Take Rosecrans St. south through Point Loma. Turn right on Talbot St., left on Gage Dr., left on Jennings St., right on Bangor St., left on Golden Park Ave. and around the bend to our meeting place at Harbor View. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 414-6181.
10:00 am
GOLDEN HILL MANSIONS. We’ll enjoy some local history on this casual jaunt for about 1+ hour with some slight hills. Golden Hill’s location was perfect for wealthy businessmen in the late 1800s, and its closeness to downtown is still very appealing to today’s young professionals. Join Larraine at the corner of 25th and A Sts. Optional lunch follows plus our usual visit to a Mexican bakery and maybe the fire station. (619) 583-7644.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See May 1.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: Tecolote Revisited. We’ll take a 1-hour moderate-pace, flat walk in a country setting on this canyon walk where we hope to see some animal life at this early hour. Take I- 5 to the Tecolote Road/Seaworld Dr. exit, go east all the way into the canyon and keep driving to the visitor center parking lot at the end. Bring money for an optional breakfast afterward. Winnie (858) 278-4003.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. See May 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See May 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See May 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See May 2.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See May 3.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.
7:15 am
LATE BIRDS. For those of us who can't get up in time for the Sunrise Series, Fusa and Friends will lead a flat 1-hour walk at your own pace around Shelter Island, followed by an optional breakfast. Meet in the parking lot at Anchorage Ln. and Cañon St. Rain cancels. (619) 223-6947.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See May 4.
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN PACIFIC BEACH. Before the crowds arrive, walking in Pacific Beach can be delightful. We’ll walk along the ocean admiring the waves on a flat walk at your own speed and then return by the same route. Meet at the west end of Garnet Ave. by Crystal Pier. From Old Town Transit Center, take the #8 bus at 6:30. Rain cancels or postpones. Optional breakfast follows, perhaps on a deck overlooking the ocean. Pat's Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See May 5.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: KENSINGTON. Gardens are in bloom in this charming area at this time of year as we take a moderate flat 1-hour walk to view gardens and homes followed by an optional breakfast. Meet at the library at Kensington St. and Adams Ave. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
10:00 am
Memorial Day at Mount Hope Cemetery. Let's visit some of San Diego’s pioneers' gravesites as we walk around these mostly flat, beautiful grounds at a casual pace. We'll see Union, Confederate and Spanish American War gravesites as well as those of the famous. Maybe we will see the trolley as it bisects the park. Meet at the visitor office off Market St. east of I-15. Optional ceremony for Civil War Veterans may follow. Rain cancels. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See May 6.
6:30 pm
Mission Bay Sunsets. See May 7.
Time: TBA
WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance that there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See May 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See May 1.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: Coast Guard Station. Meet Gloria at the restaurant parking lot at Pacific Highway and Hawthorn St. to walk north on Pacific Highway to the Coast Guard Station and beyond. This 1-hour at your own pace walk is on paved, flat terrain. Bring money for optional breakfast afterward. (619) 482-7677.
9:00 am
AMERICA'S CUP HARBOR. See May 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See May 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See May 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See May 2.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See May 3.