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February 2012 Feets
Pace Yourself
| Half Speed | - | 1-2 miles per hour |
| Casual | - | 2-3 miles per hour |
| Moderate | - | 3 Miles per hour |
| Moderate plus | - | 3 1/2 miles per hour |
| Brisk | - | 4 Miles per hour |
| Very Brisk | - | Over 4 Miles per hour |
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NOTICE The following geographical descriptions are used for walks not in San Diego proper. They appear on the same line with the time.
NC = north past La Jolla Unless otherwise specified, walks start at the time shown. Walk leaders should arrive 15 minutes before the time listed. |
Time: TBA
WEDNESDAY 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, contact Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
10:00 am
No Robert & Friends walk today.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. Join us at Pioneer Park in Mission Hills next to Grant School at Washington Pl. and Randolph St. for a moderate-plus to brisk-paced, 1½ hour walk. We head in a different direction each week to explore Old Town, Hillcrest, Bankers Hill or Mission Hills. Come and have some fun! Debbie B. (858) 229-1065 or Barbara N. (619) 226-3024.
6:30 am
SUNRISE SERIES: BY THE RIVER AT LIBERTY STATION. Join Edie for a moderate-paced, 1-hour walk on mostly paved, level paths. We’ll meet at the parking area at the south end of Womble St. near the river. From the south, take I-5 to the Pacific Hwy. exit, veer to the left onto Barnett Ave., turn left into Liberty Station, turn left at Womble St. From the north or east, take the Rosecrans St. exit, proceed several miles until you see Vons Market on your left – Womble St. is the next left turn. Optional breakfast follows. (619) 222-4396.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. Walk the beach or the bay and stop for coffee at the end of this moderate-paced walk. Meet at the Belmont Park ticket booth off Mission Blvd. To use public transport, take the trolley to Old Town. Take the #8 bus at 9:40 to Mission Blvd. arriving at 9:54. Walk across the street. Rain cancels. Kathy L. (858) 484-0349.
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). Breathe delicious ocean air and enjoy dynamic bay and city views from ships to seashore wildlife. You may stop at one of the many benches and rejoin us on the return leg. Meet at the east end of the island, about 100 paces to the right of the entrance to the Bali Hai by the lamp post and hand rails, where we will stretch a few minutes and leave promptly at 10:03 am. If you’re late, drive down the island and join us along the away. Optional: re-walk the island to the pier for additional mileage. Bring a pedometer if you have one. For public transportation, take the #28 bus and walk approximately 3 blocks to the Bali Hai. Ample free parking. Rain cancels. Join us - just for the health of it!! Walk repeats every Thursday. Sally R. (619) 272-8851.
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. Terrain is flat and mostly paved. Stay after for optional coffee and cookies. Rain cancels. Mary T. (619) 291-1349.
10:00 am
SPORTS WALK - NORTH PARK/MORLEY FIELD. Meet Dan at the swimming pool parking lot at Morley Field (south of Upas St., east of Alabama St.). We’ll walk the eastern section of Balboa Park at a casual pace (some inclines) for 90 minutes or so and explore some sports venues you may not frequent – the velodrome, frisbee course, Bird Park. Bring a picnic lunch with you (with something to share), and we’ll enjoy it together when we return to the parking lot. Rain cancels. Questions? Email: danielbhaslam111@yahoo.com.
4:30 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
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See February 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, contact Kathy at kpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
1:00 pm
LA JOLLA WOODS. Meet Virginia at N. Torrey Pines Rd. and Muir College Dr. (Muir College parking is free weekends) for a casual 2-hour walk through the UTC-area woods to see if we can spot any early spring plants. Rain cancels. (619) 231-7463.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. Carol, Donna or Teri will guide you along the harbor or through downtown while enjoying the bright lights and fresh breezes. Meet at the statue on the Harbor Dr. side of the County Administration Center building between Ash and Grape Sts. 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. Walk leaves promptly at 6:15. Carol W. (619) 303-7942, Donna F. (619) 443-6131, Teri E. (619) 584-8984.
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. 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.
6:30 am
SUNRISE SERIES: LAKE MURRAY. We’ll meet at the Baltimore Dr. entrance to the lake, off Lake Murray Blvd. (Thomas Guide 1250-G7) for a mostly flat (one short hill) 1-hour walk at your own pace. Optional breakfast follows, so bring money. May need a flashlight. Gloria (619) 482-7677.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. Start out your week with a beautiful scenic view of Mission Bay and homes nearby. Kathy L. leads a moderate-paced walking group and pauses for coffee at a Pacific Beach coffee shop. Rain cancels. Take I-5 to Grand Ave. and go west to Lamont St. Turn left on Lamont St. then right on Crown Point Dr. Meet at the west end of the parking lot near the restrooms. To use public transportation, take the trolley to Old Town. Take the #9 bus at 9:10, get off at La Cima at 9:30. Walk 3 blocks east to the parking lot. Rain cancels. (858) 484-0349.
10:00 am
TWEEBS (TUESDAY WALKING ETHNIC EATING BUNCH) ALONG THE BAY. Let’s take a moderate, flat walk along our beautiful bay for about 90 minutes. We’ll start at Dana Landing, which is off Ingraham St. or Mission Bay Dr. just west of Sea World signal. We’ll also walk along the river looking for our visiting snow birds. Optional lunch follows. Rain cancels. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
2:00 pm
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.
6:30 pm
ABOVE THE BAY. Join us for some exercise and fabulous views of the lights around Mission Bay. Meet by Carl’s Jr. at Clairemont Dr. and Burgener Blvd. for a hilly, one hour plus, moderate to moderate-plus paced walk (see Thomas Guide 1248-F6). Rain, but not mist, cancels. Flashlight recommended. Please call Teri E. (619) 584-8984, Jill F. (858) 292-4231 or Donna O. (858) 279-7016 to make sure the walk is “on” for the week (rarely cancelled due to holiday or commitments).
wednesday, FEBRUARY 8
10:00 am Time: TBA
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See February 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Stan before 4:30 pm at (619) 448-1668 or email shunt92071@yahoo.com.
10:00 am
A BOATLESS RIVER EXCURSION. Join Robert and Friends for a 1-hour, paved, casual walk overlooking the San Diego River. Water wings not required. Optional restaurant stop afterwards. Meet in the parking lot of Mimi’s on Mission Center Rd. at Camino de la Reina. To use public transport, take the Green Line Trolley marked “Green Santee,” exit at Mission Valley Station, walk southwest to 5180 Mission Center Rd. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See February 1.
thursday, FEBRUARY 9
6:30 am
SUNRISE SERIES: MARINA VILLAGE. This will be a 1-hour moderate walk in Marina Village, which is very flat. This area is very beautiful with many sport fishing boats moored there. Take the I-8 west to its end, turn left on Sunset Cliffs Blvd., right on West Pt. Loma Blvd., then right on Bacon St. (stop sign) and park near the restrooms at Robb Field. Bring money for optional breakfast after. Fusa (619) 223-6947.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See February 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See February 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See February 2.
friday, FEBRUARY 10
10:00 am
CITY HEIGHTS BECKONS! Meet Dan at the southwest corner of 33rd St. off El Cajon Blvd. (parking lot of Pancho Villa Supermarket) for a casually-paced jaunt through this interesting neighborhood, which includes a gander at a tortilla factory and a chance to shop for some farmer-market quality veggies. Some alley diving for scroungers. Rain cancels. Questions? Email: danielbhaslam111@yahoo.com.
4:30 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See February 3.
saturday, FEBRUARY 11
Time: TBA
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See February 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, contact Bill at (619) 264-1299.
7:15 am
LATE BIRDS. For those of us who can’t get up for the Sunrise Series, Anna T. will lead a walk at your own pace around Pacific Beach. After the walk, we will have an optional breakfast. Take the #30 bus at 6:45 from Old Town, exit at Mission Blvd. Meet in front of the Crystal Pier at the west end of Garnet Ave. Rain cancels. (619) 231-7463.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See February 4.
sunday, FEBRUARY 12
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN LA JOLLA. We’ll be looking for migrating whales on this moderate, fairly-flat walk along the ocean, which is a Walkabout favorite. The crashing waves are always a pleasure. Optional breakfast follows. Meet at Girard Ave. and Pearl St. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See February 5.
monday, FEBRUARY 13
6:30 am
SUNRISE SERIES: DOWNTOWN. Let’s take a moderate flat 1-hour walk to view transit changes at America Plaza, the beautiful murals next to the train station and then along the harbor back to our cars. Optional breakfast follows at our usual place, if it’s still there. Meet by the merry-go-round at Seaport Village at the south end of Pacific Hwy. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See February 6.
tuesday, FEBRUARY 14
10:00 am
NORTH PARK TWEEBS LOVERS’ VALENTINE’S DAY WALK. Meet Dan at Albertson’s on University Ave. at Texas St. in North Park (#7 or 10 bus) – plenty of parking on street. We’ll walk the friendly streets of the neighborhood at a casual pace and end at my nearby condo for lunch. If you let me know you’re coming 48 hours in advance, I’ll make my Valentine’s lunch; otherwise brown bag it. Rain won’t cancel – love does not get rained out. Questions? Email: danielbhaslam111@yahoo.com.
6:30 pm
ABOVE THE BAY. See February 7.
wednesday, FEBRUARY 15
Time: TBA
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See February 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, contact Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
10:00 am
No Robert & Friends walk today.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See February 1.
thursday, FEBRUARY 16
6:30 am
SUNRISE SERIES: BALBOA PARK. There’s always something in bloom and maybe we’ll see some furred and feathered friends on this flat, 1-hour walk at your own pace. Meet Marilyn M. at 5th Ave. and Spruce St. An optional breakfast follows. (619) 294-8308.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See February 2.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See February 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See February 2.
friday, FEBRUARY 17
10:00 am
HILLCREST HIGHTAIL. Let’s check out a fairly new consignment shop, tour a church and the LGBT Center in our walking quest on a casually-paced walk. Optional lunch follows. Rain cancels. Meet Dan at the Post Office on Cleveland Ave., near Vermont St. and the DMV. Parking on street; near #1, 10, 11, 7 bus stops. Questions? Email: danielbhaslam111@yahoo.com.
4:30 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See February 3.
saturday, FEBRUARY 18
Time: TBA
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See February 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, contact Bill at (619) 264-1299.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See February 4.
sunday, FEBRUARY 19
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 Visitors Information Center. From the 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 February 5.
monday, FEBRUARY 20
6:30 am
SUNRISE SERIES: DOWNTOWN. We’ll walk along the Embarcadero for 1 hour at a moderate pace on flat terrain to see if any of the proposed development has started, such as Veterans Park with its “Wings of Freedom” sculpture. Meet Frances B. in the parking lot of the restaurant on the corner of Pacific Hwy. and Hawthorn St. Bring a flashlight and money for an optional breakfast after. (619) 479-3962.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See February 6.
tuesday, FEBRUARY 21
10:00 am
TWEEBS EXPLORES SPANISH LANDING where the first ships landed in 1542 (or thereabouts). Let’s see what progress they are making on recreating the original ship on this flat, moderate walk for about 90 minutes, and then we’ll walk over to Harbor Island, with optional cut-off points. Meet at Spanish Landing Park entrance across from Lindbergh Field at the traffic signal closest to the west end of the airport. Look for Pat K. by the signal. Optional lunch follows. Rain cancels. (619) 469-6223.
6:30 pm
ABOVE THE BAY. See February 7.
wednesday, FEBRUARY 22
Time: TBA
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike with details sent out a day or two before. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See February 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Stan before 4:30 pm at (619) 448-1668 or email shunt92071@yahoo.com.
10:00 am
SOUTH SHELTER ISLAND STROLL. Join Robert and Friends for a casual walk. We will see the tuna fishermen memorial, talk to the fishermen on the pier and wave to the pelicans. After the 1-hour walk, we will enjoy an optional restaurant cuisine. Meet at the Friendship Bell/Harbor Police Station parking lot on Shelter Island. To use public transportation, take bus #28 marked “28 Shelter Island” anywhere on Rosecrans St. heading southwest. Get off at Shelter Island Dr. and Anchorage Ln. at approximately 9:09, walk approximately 0.6 miles southeast, turn right on Shelter Island. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See February 1.
thursday, FEBRUARY 23
6:30 am
SUNRISE SERIES: SOUTH SHORES SAUNTER. Meet Winnie at the South Shores boat launch just east of Sea World on Mission Bay. Hopefully, we’ll see some of the water birds that visit San Diego. Take the I-5 to Sea World Dr., go west to the South Shores sign. An optional breakfast follows this 1 hour, flat moderately-paced walk. (858) 278-4003.
10:00 am
SHELTER ISLAND WALK & TALK BUNCH. See February 2.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See February 2.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See February 2.
friday, FEBRUARY 24
4:30 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See February 3.
saturday, FEBRUARY 25
Time: TBA
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike. There is a chance there will be no hike due to certain weather conditions. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See February 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.
7:15 am
LATE BIRDS. For those of us who can’t get up for the Sunrise Series, Dick and the Divas will lead a 1-hour walk at your own pace around Shelter Island. After the walk, we’ll have an optional breakfast. Meet in the parking lot at Anchorage Ln. and Cañon St. Rain cancels. (858) 558-1442.
615 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See February 4.
sunday, FEBRUARY 26
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 the 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 February 5.
9:15 am NC
SHEDDING SOME LIGHT ON SANTA LUZ. The outskirts of the Fairbanks Ranch environs still offer fairly open countryside with remote trails from which you can bank on finding tantalizing vistas. This is the realm surrounding Santa Luz. No, not the one in Brazil, but the breathtaking beauty will be almost as appealing on our 3-hour, moderate-plus prance over very mixed up and downright hilly terrain. Look for Larry at the South Village Neighborhood Park (near Willow Grove Elementary School) on Via Azul just off Camino Del Sur. Take Route 56 (Ted Williams Freeway) to the Camino Del Sur exit (#6), go north for about 3.5 miles until you reach Via Azul and look for the parking lot around the bend on Via Azul. BYOH2O, but H2O from the sky cancels the walk. Larry@walkabout-int.org or (858) 755-1751.
monday, FEBRUARY 27
6:30 am
SUNRISE SERIES: UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS. Let’s take a stroll down Adams and Madison Avenues to New York St. Join us for a casual 1-hour, mostly flat walk. From I-805, take the El Cajon Blvd. exit, go west, turn right on 30th St. and left on Adams Ave. to find street parking near Idaho St. and Adams Ave., where we’ll meet. An optional breakfast follows. Betty (858) 248-3782.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See February 6.
tuesday, FEBRUARY 28
10:00 am
TWEEBS will saunter around beautiful Lake Murray at our own pace for about 90 minutes or as far as you want to go on almost-flat terrain. An optional lunch follows at a favorite nearby deli. Take the I-8 to the Lake Murray Blvd. exit, go north up the hill to Kiowa Dr. (Starbucks on corner), turn left into the park and meet near the restrooms. Rain cancels. Fran W. (619) 271-7107.
3:00 pm
LA MESA – JEWEL OF THE HILLS. Come celebrate La Mesa’s centennial month (100 years as an incorporated city) with a moderate, somewhat hilly 1.5-hour walk through the residential streets of old La Mesa, where we’ll see 100-year-old historic houses, hidden cul-de-sacs and horse rings in the sidewalk. Meet at the corner of Date St. and Lemon St. You can take the #1, 7, 851 or 855 bus, or the Orange Line trolley. Rain cancels. Evelyn K. (619) 461-6095.
6:30 pm
ABOVE THE BAY. See February 7.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Time: TBA
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike with details sent out a day or two before. You can check the hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. See February 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. If you have any questions, please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.
10:00 am
No Robert & Friends walk today.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See February 1.