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September 2010 Feets
Pace Yourself
| Half Speed | - | 2-3 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 distributed a few days before the hike. IMPORTANT HIKE INFO: The main carpool meets in Mission Valley. 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, lug-soled shoes and carpool money. “First timers” must call the leader. 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 Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
9:30 am
SPANISH LANDING. Join Robert and Friends for a 1-hour, flat, paved, beautiful half-speed stroll along the harbor pathways. Optional refreshment follows. Meet at the restroom in Spanish Landing Park. Turn towards the water at the traffic light on Harbor Dr. at the west end of the Airport Terminal, take a quick right into the parking lot. To use public transport, take the #923 bus from Downtown or Ocean Beach to arrive close to 9:00 at “N Harbor Dr. at Spanish Landing W”, walk to meeting location. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NITE WORKOUT. Meet at Costa Verde Shopping Center, west of Westfield Shoppingtown UTC, between La Jolla Village Dr. and Nobel Dr., in front of Bookstar. 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: MISSION VALLEY. What a delightful place to enjoy the river at your own pace on flat terrain. We’ll check out the birds and pretend we’re in the country with only a peek at the buildings behind the bushes. Meet at Fenton Shopping Center where Mark Twain is waiting for his pancakes (IHOP). Take Friars Rd. and turn south on Fenton Parkway, then into the parking lot. The trolley stop is nearby. Optional breakfast follows. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
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.
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. Changes in nature brought about by the changes of season promise inviting walks through the park. Meet at the Senior Lounge across from the Museum of Photographic Arts. Walk at a casual pace through our beautiful Balboa Park. Terrain is flat and mostly paved. Stay after the walk for optional coffee and cookies. Rain cancels. Mary T. (619) 291-1349.
10:00 am
LA JOLLA COLONY WALK. Explore this beautiful residential area for 1.5 hours at a moderate pace. Meet in front of Vons at Regents Rd. and Arriba St. For public transportation, take, or transfer to, bus route 30 (UTC/VA Med Ctr. northbound). Get off at Regents Rd. and Arriba St. at approximately 9:42. Optional lunch afterwards. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
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
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today’s hike will be by e-mail distributed a day or two before the hike. Make sure to review the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO. in the September 1 listing. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy at kpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
9:15 am NC
LOVE’S LABOR DAY LOST. Lose yourself amidst the delightful nooks and crannies of Del Mar on a 3-hour moderate-plus paced prance along mixed up and down terrain over the Labor Day Weekend. You will love traipsing through the Del Mar zoo and enjoying ocean vistas as we make tracks around Del Mar. Look for Larry at the northwest corner of Del Mar Heights Rd. and Durango Dr., 6 blocks west of the I-5. LForman@walkabout-int.org or (858) 755-1751.
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 up the hill. Optional breakfast follows to eat and chat. Meet at Shelter Island Dr. and Anchorage Ln. This area is served by the blue- or green-line trolley to Old Town. Take the #28 bus at 6:46 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.
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: IT’S LABOR DAY! Celebrate the holiday by starting your day with a moderate, flat walk around National City to see Victorian homes and brick townhouses dating back to the 1880s. Meet at 2nd St. and National City Blvd. Bring money for optional breakfast after. Betty (619) 479-5421.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. Start out your week with a beautiful scenic view of Mission Bay and homes nearby. Kathy 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. Kathy L. (858) 484-0349.
10:00 am
TWEEBS (TUESDAY WALKING ETHNIC EATING BUNCH) VISITS VACATION ISLE. A touch of the tropics will delight us on this flat walk at a moderate pace around the island to admire the plants and flowers at Paradise Point Resort. Meet at the parking lot by the sign for Paradise Point off Ingraham St. at Vacation Rd. Optional lunch follows. Dick H. (858) 558-1442.
6:30 pm
Sunsets Over Mission Bay. 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) walk along the shores of Mission Bay. Take the I-5 and go west on Clairemont Dr. to meet at the Visitors Information Center. Thomas Guide 1248-D7. Call Donna (858) 279-7016 or Teri (619) 584-8984.
wednesday, september 8
TIME: TBA
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today’s hike will be by e-mail distributed a day or two before the hike. Make sure to review the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO. in the September 1 listing. If you have any questions, please contact Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
9:30 am
GLORIETTA BLVD. MANSIONS. Join Robert and Friends for a 1-hour, “Mansion Row” half-speed stroll in Coronado. Optional snacks afterwards. Soar over the beautiful blue bridge to Coronado, turn left on Orange Ave, turn left again on 5th St, then go right on Glorietta Blvd to the 6th St. and Glorietta Blvd. meeting place. To use public transport, take the #901 bus marked “Iris Trolley” at 8:35 from the 12th & Imperial Transit Center. Exit at first Coronado stop, walk southwest to 6th St. and Glorietta Blvd. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See September 1.
thursday, september 9
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: MISSION HILLS. Enjoy a 1-hour, moderately-paced walk through this lovely old neighborhood on mostly flat terrain with some cracked and bumpy sidewalks. Meet at the corner of Ft. Stockton Dr. and Goldfinch St. Bring money for optional breakfast to follow. Barbara O. (619) 260-8360.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See September 2..
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See September 2..
friday, september 10
10:00 am
LA JOLLA SHORES AND UP. We’ll walk along the shore and up the hill through the old Scripps Inst. of Oceanography with some special views. The pace is moderate on flat areas with stops for views on hills. Elevators in places and trails will help us climb up to Scripps Aquarium. Meet at the lifeguard tower at Kellogg Park. Take Calle Frescota west off La Jolla Shores Dr. Rain cancels. Pat K. (619) 469-6223.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See September 3.
saturday, september 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 September 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Contact Bill at (619) 264-1299 if you have any questions.
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 September 4.
sunday, september 12
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 afterwards is optional but great fun (Greek?). Meet at the carousel on Park Blvd. at Zoo Pl. NOTE THE CHANGE IN MEETING PLACE. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See September 5.
monday, september 13
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: OCEAN BEACH. Let’s check out the pier at Ocean Beach and areas near there at a moderate pace on flat terrain. Take the I-8 to its west end at Sunset Cliffs Blvd., turn left to Newport Ave., turn right for 1-1/2 blocks to meet in front of Margarita’s. Bring money for the optional breakfast after. Fusa (619) 223-6947.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See September 6.
12:30 pm
WALKABOUT BOARD MEETING. The meeting will be held at the Walkabout Office at Liberty Station, Dance Place Building, 2650 Truxtun Rd., in the first-floor Green Room. (619) 231-7463.
tuesday, september 14
10:00 am
TWEEBS VISITS SHELTER ISLAND. We’ll meet at the south end of the Bali Ha’i parking lot in front of the America’s Cup pier for a moderate walk for 1-1/2 hours along the island and a dirt path along a waterway to enjoy many beautiful views. Optional lunch afterward. Beverly D. (858) 274-0687.
6:30 pm
SUNSETS OVER MISSION BAY. See September 7.
wednesday, september 15
There will be NO Wednesday Wilderness Hike today.
9:30 am
EL PRADO AND SPANISH VILLAGE - BALBOA PARK. Join Robert and Friends for a 1-hour, flat, paved safari at half speed around the northern section of Balboa Park. We are in no hurry, so you will be able to relax and observe the wonders of the park. Optional restaurant stop afterwards. Meet at the Balboa Park Fountain on the Prado near Park Blvd. Free parking on paved lots at Park Blvd. and Village Pl. To use public transport, take the #7 bus north or south on Park Blvd., exit at Village Place at approximately 9:15. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See September 1.
thursday, september 16
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: EMBARCADERO. We’ll walk at a moderate speed on flat terrain along the embarcadero to view the urban trees and other interesting sights, whether it’s art, ships or birds. Meet at the corner of Hawthorn St. and Pacific Highway where you can park in the Denny’s/China Camp lot. Bring money for an optional breakfast after. Frances (619) 479-3962.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See September 2..
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See September 2..
friday, september 17
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See September 3.
saturday, september 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 September 1 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Contact Bill at (619) 264-1299 if you have any questions.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See September 4.
sunday, september 19
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL BY EAST MISSION BAY. Let’s take a flat, moderate-paced walk along Mission Bay to see the birds, boats and views. Optional breakfast and chatting follow. Meet at the Visitors Information Center. From I-5 take the Clairemont Dr. exit and go west. To use public transportation, take the blue- or green-line trolley to Old Town. Take the # 30 bus at 6:45 to arrive at Grand Ave. and Mission Bay Dr at 7:03. Walk ¼ mile south to the Visitors Information Center. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See September 5.
monday, september 20
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: BIG WALK - LITTLE ITALY. Join Gloria at Pacific Highway and Hawthorn St. for a pleasant moderate walk on flat, paved terrain in Little Italy. There is ample parking in the lot at that corner shared by China Camp and Denny’s. There is always something new to see in this area. Bring money for an optional breakfast after. (619) 482-7677.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See September 6.
tuesday, september 21
10:00 am
TWEEBS VISITS UNIVERSITY CITY. We’ll travel through the neighborhood, a park and enjoy canyon views on this flat, moderate 90-minute walk followed by an optional lunch nearby (Chinese?). Meet at Henry’s Market, corner of Governor Dr. and Regents Rd. Linda (858) 453-1463.
3:00 pm
TALMADGE TRAVELS. Let’s wander the charming streets of this area, see the miracle tree and a totem pole. Meet at the corner of Euclid Ave. and Madison Ave., 2 blocks north of El Cajon Blvd., for this 1-1/2 hour, moderate, flat walk. Evelyn K. (619) 461-6095.
6:30 pm
SUNSETS OVER MISSION BAY. See September 7.
wednesday, september 22
Time: TBA
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike listed at www.walkabouthikes.org a day or two before the hike. Make sure you review the IMPORTANT INFORMATION in the September 1 listing if you have any questions, or please contact Candy at ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com or (619) 435-2894.
9:30 am
SUNSET CLIFFS. Robert and Friends will enjoy a moderate, flat walk to view the cliffs, ocean and lovely homes. Meet at the corner of Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and Point Loma Ave. Optional eats afterward. Take I-8 westward to its end, turn left onto Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and proceed through Ocean Beach to Point Loma Ave. (Note: not West Point Loma Blvd.) For public transportation, take the westbound Route 35 bus to arrive at the meeting place at 9:43 or before. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See September 1.
thursday, september 23
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: KEARNY MESA. We’ll return to a familiar area for this mostly-flat walk at a moderate pace to view some new and not so new sites. Meet in front of the Original Pancake House at 3906 Convoy St. An optional breakfast follows. Winnie (858) 278-4003.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See September 2..
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See September 2..
friday, september 24
10:00 am
LA JOLLA COVE. The summer crowds are gone, so let’s walk along the coast to see some beautiful neighborhoods plus one famous house. We’ll also stop for a short visit at a high rise to view the remodeled lobby. Meet at the Children’s Pool across from Casa de Mañana, 849 Coast Blvd. Rain cancels. Optional lunch follows. Addie (858) 456-4260.
6:00 pm
MISSION HILLS MEANDER. See September 3.
saturday, september 25
Time: TBA
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike listed at www.walkabouthikes.org a day or two before the hike. Make sure you review the IMPORTANT INFORMATION in the September 1 listing if you have any questions, or please contact Candy at ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com or (619) 435-2894.
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 will have an optional breakfast. Meet in the parking lot at Anchorage Ln. and Cañon St. Rain cancels. (858) 558-1442.
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. See September 4.
sunday, september 26
7:15 am
BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN PACIFIC BEACH. Before the crowds arrive, walking in Pacific Beach can be delightful. We can choose the bay, the ocean or the interesting houses. Pace is moderate. An optional breakfast follows, perhaps on a deck overlooking the ocean. Meet at the west end of Garnet Ave. by the Crystal Pier. To use public transportation, take the blue-or green-line trolley to Old Town. Take the #9 bus at 6:45 to Grand Ave. and Mission Blvd. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.
8:15 am
MERRY GO-ROUND. See September 5.
monday, september 27
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: PACIFIC BEACH. Let’s flock together to commune with our feathered friends. Meet at Crystal Pier at the west end of Garnet Ave. for this moderate walk on flat terrain. Optional breakfast follows. Rain cancels. Mary P. (619) 463-5907.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. See September 6.
tuesday, september 28
10:00 am
TWEEBS - GOING DOWN TO SOUTH PARK. No, not the TV show, but San Diego’s own answer to what’s south of North Park on this flat, moderate 90-minute walk. Meet at the corner of 30th St. and Grape St. (don’t be alarmed when 30th St. turns into Fern St. and back - just watch for directional signs; the streets are only a block apart.). Optional lunch follows at a unique local favorite. Fran W. (619) 271-7107.
6:30 pm
SUNSETS OVER MISSION BAY. See September 7.
wednesday, september 29
Time: TBA
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today will be an e-mail hike listed at www.walkabouthikes.org a day or two before the hike. Make sure you review the IMPORTANT INFORMATION in the September 1 listing if you have any questions, or please contact Candy at ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com or (619) 435-2894.
9:30 am
CORONADO BEACHING. Join Robert and Friends for approximately 1-hour on a beautiful, architecturally diverse half-speed stroll past dream homes. Refuel at a Coronado eatery afterwards if you like. Meet at the corner of Ocean Blvd. and Marina Ave. To use public transport, take the #901 bus (“Iris Trolley”) from the 12th & Imperial Transit Center at 8:35. Exit at Orange Ave. and Park Pl.; walk 0.7 mile west to Ocean Blvd. and Marina Ave. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
6:15 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT. See September 1.
thursday, september 30
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: BALBOA PARK. There’s always something in bloom, and maybe we’ll see some furred and feathered friends on this flat 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 September 2..
10:15 am
MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. See September 2..