friday, january 1

9:00 am  NC

18^TH ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S WALK.  Start 2010 with renewed resolve by walking around some of the fine new north Poway homes.  About half the moderate 2-hour walk will be on trails, the rest on sidewalks for about 6 miles.  Some hills.  Rain cancels.  Meet in front of Rancho Bernardo Winery.  Take Hwy. 15 to Rancho Bernardo Rd., right (east) to Pomerado Rd., left (north) to Paseo del Verano, right on winding road to the winery.  Thomas Bros. 1170-D1.  Jim A. (858) 487-2833.

10:45 am

11^TH ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S FERRY RIDE.  You’re invited to celebrate New Year’s Day in Coronado.  We’ll catch the 11:00 am ferry from Broadway pier (allow time to purchase the $6.50 roundtrip tickets) and, after crossing the sparkling bay, we’ll walk at a casual pace to the beach.  Teri will co-lead those who prefer a moderate pace.  We’ll view the Del ice rink and tree before deciding where to eat.  Walk back to the Ferry Landing at your own pace to shop or catch the 2:30 ferry (or later on the half-hour).  Stella (619) 232-3756.

4:30 pm

MISSION HILLS MEANDER.  No walk tonight – see you on January 8.

saturday, january 2

Time:  TBA

SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE.  We’ll start off the new year with our usual e-mail format, which will be distributed a few days before with hike details.  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, and lug-soled shoes.  “First timers” must call the leader.  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 Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.

9:30 am

EXPLORE UCSD.  Join us for a fascinating walk around the buildings and outstanding outdoor art of this beautiful campus as we walk through a snake, pass by talking trees, admire a seemingly upside down library, view a sun god and maybe see some Monarchs wintering in the trees on this moderate, paved jaunt.  Parking is free on weekends, so we’ll meet at the corner by the Extended Studies Center.  From Torrey Pines Rd., turn right on Muir College Dr. one block to Scholars Drive North and park in the lot.  Rain cancels.  Optional lunch or snack follows.  Pat K. (619) 469-6223.

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 the 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.  An optional dinner follows.  Rain cancels.  We encourage anyone to lead a slower version of this walk any Saturday and meet up with us for dinner!  Walk leaves promptly at 6:15!  Carol W. (619) 303-7942, Donna F. (619) 443-6131, Teri E. (619) 584-8984.

sunday, january 3

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 and 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 where we 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 6:46 bus to Shelter Island Dr. and Anchorage Ln. to arrive at 7:01.  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 3^rd Ave. and C St.  At 3^rd Ave. and Broadway take the #7 bus at 7:42 or 7:48.  Meet Rick at the carousel at Park Blvd. and Zoo Pl. (858) 565-7212.

monday, january 4

6:00 am

SUNRISE SERIES: SHELTER ISLAND.  Back to one of our favorite areas to enjoy the views, pretty sunrise (sometimes!), the birds, fishermen and boaters getting ready to leave.  Join Verna at Shelter Island Dr. and Anchorage Ln.  Thomas Bros. 1288-C2.  Optional breakfast follows.  (619) 276-3055.

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.  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.  Kathy L. (858) 484-0349.

tuesday, january 5

8:15 am car pool / 9:00 am hike

TUESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE: Note date change.  This will be a moderate hike around what’s left of Encinitas wilderness.  First, we’ll enjoy Quail Gardens, which is free today, then along trails and roads, across a preserve and loop back over the glens to our starting point.  Make sure you review the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO. in the January 2 listing, or if you have any questions, contact Kathy at kpiller@cox or (760) 796-4007.  We’ll meet in front of Margret’s condo complex at 155 Rosebay Dr., Encinitas.  Take the I-5 to Encinitas Blvd., go east a few blocks, turn left on Rosebay Dr., park on the street where allowable.  Bring your lunch as we are all invited back to Margret’s after the hike, where beverages will be served.  Call Margret (760) 635-2511 if you need further directions. 

10:00 am

TWEEBS (TUESDAY WALKING ETHNIC-EATING BUNCH) GOES TO COLLEGE.  The Theosophists are gone, but the beautiful campus remains.  Let’s explore Point Loma Nazarene University and surrounding areas on a mostly flat, moderate walk.  We’ll share the history and admire the architecture and beautiful ocean views.  Gene W. will meet us at the corner of Lomaland Dr. and Catalina Blvd., just a block past Talbot St.  Thomas Bros. 1287-J3.  Questions, call Pat K. (619) 469-6223.

6:30 pm

ABOVE THE BAY.  Meet outside Carl’s Jr. at Clairemont Dr. and Burgener Blvd. for a hilly, moderate- to moderate-plus-paced walk.  Join us for some exercise and fabulous views of the lights around Mission Bay.  See Thomas Guide 1248-F6.  Rain, but not mist, cancels.  To make sure the walk is not called off, please call Donna at (858) 279-7016 or Teri at (619) 584-8984.

wednesday, january 6

TIME:  TBA

WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE.  There will be no hike today.

9:30 am

RUDEST, NUDIST, BALBOA PARK.  Join Robert and Friends for a half-speed stroll to see what the curious said during the double exposures of yesteryear.  Large groups are welcome, provided they do not disrobe.  Afterwards, we starving meanderers will eat at a nearby restaurant.  Meet at the paved parking lot at Park Blvd. and Village Pl. near the fountain.  To use public transportation, take the #7 bus north or south along Park Blvd and get off at Village Pl. at approximately 9:15.  Rain cancels.  Robert B. (858) 571-7733.

6:15 pm

WEDNESDAY NITE 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, 1-1/2 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.

thursday, january 7

6:00 am

SUNRISE SERIES: POINT LOMA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY.  Let’s roam around this former home of the Theosophists, now one of our most beautiful universities.  Enjoy ocean views, historical buildings and more.  Slight hill from meeting place at the corner of Lomaland Dr. and Catalina Blvd.  Thomas Bros. 1287-J3.  If the cafeteria is open, we can breakfast there with an ocean view.  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 transportation, 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.  The 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.

friday, january 8

10:00 am

WALKABOUT BOARD MEETING.  The meeting will be held at the Walkabout Office at Liberty Station, 2825 Dewey Rd, #202.  Exit the elevator on the second floor, follow the corridor left, then right.  The office is marked by our Walkabout sign and Downtown Sam’s bench.  (619) 231-7463.

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.  Pat P.  (619) 291-6162.

saturday, january 9

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 January 2 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 Early Birds, Anna T. will lead a walk at your own pace around Pacific Beach.  After the walk, we will have an optional breakfast.  Meet in front of the Crystal Pier at the west end of Garnet Ave.  Take the #30 bus at 6:45 from Old Town, exit at Mission Blvd.  Rain cancels.  (619) 231-7463.

11:00 am

DOWNTOWN – THE OLD AND THE NEW.  Explore the ever-changing Gaslamp district and East Village on this 1-hour casual walk followed by an optional lunch.  Meet Stella at Horton Plaza outside the Balboa Theater at 4^th Ave. and E St. (3-hour free parking available at Horton Plaza).  (619) 232-3756.

6:15 pm

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE.  See January 2.

sunday, january 10

7:15 am

BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN BALBOA PARK.  The park is beautiful any time of year with many paths to explore.  The walk will be flat and at your own pace.  Eating and chatting afterwards is optional but great fun.   Meet at 6^th Ave. and Spruce St.  If 6^th Ave. is closed, meet at the merry-go-round on Park Blvd. and Zoo Pl.  This area is served by the orange- or blue-line trolley from 5^th Ave. and Broadway.  Take the 6:51 #3 bus to 5^th Ave. and Spruce St.  Rain cancels or postpones.  Pat’s Pals (619) 469-6223.

8:15 am

MERRY GO-ROUND.  See January 3.

9:30 am  NC

Carmel Valley Cavort.  Start 2010 off on the right (or left) foot on a fantastic frolic over some secluded trails and serene pathways in southern Carmel Valley. Savor a moderate-plus 3-hour cavort over mixed-up and down terrain. Look for Larry at the southeast corner of Carmel Mountain Rd. and East Ocean Air Dr. by the traffic signal at Torrey Hills-Vons Shopping Center. Free parking in shopping center near Union Bank. Take the I-5, connect to the LOCAL BYPASS, Jct. C-56, go east on Carmel Mountain Rd. for two streets, where Carmel Mountain takes a sharp right turn. About a mile later is East Ocean Air Dr.  BYO water, but rainwater cancels!  (858) 755-1751.

monday, january 11

6:00 am

SUNRISE SERIES: SHELTER ISLAND.  Let’s take a moderate 1-hour walk around Shelter Island.  Maybe we’ll see a cruise ship entering our port.  From I-5, take Rosecrans St. to Shelter Island Dr., turn left 2 blocks to Anchorage Ln.  Park in the west end of the lot where there are no meters.  Fusa (619) 223-6947.

10:00 am

CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS.  See January 4.

tuesday, january 12

10:00 am

TWEEBS TRAVELS TO EASTLAKE.  Let’s take a flat, moderate, paved walk around Eastlake to see where this community got its name.  Optional lunch follows.  Rain cancels.  Meet in front of Target at Otay Lakes Rd. and Eastlake Parkway.  Take either the toll road (125) or exit 805 East at Telegraph Canyon Rd., which becomes Otay Lakes Rd. as you head east.  At Eastlake Parkway, turn left (north) at the intersection between Target and Kohls or the Lowe’s shopping center.  Betty K. (619) 427-7903.

6:30 pm

ABOVE THE BAY.  See January 5.

wednesday, january 13

TIME:  TBA

WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE.  Today’s hike will be by e-mail sent out a day or two before the hike.  Please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.

9:30 am

FASHION VALLEY WINDOW SHOPPING.  Meet Robert and Friends for a 1-hour half-speed lookie-loo through the new, improved, up-see-down-daisy, multi-shop walkways into escalated euphoria.  At the last store, we may view some retro restoration hardware. Optional tearoom visit follows.  Meet in the mall in front of the east, ground level entrance of Nordstrom.  Free parking.  To use public transportation, take the green-line trolley marked “Green Santee” to arrive by 9:15 at the Fashion Valley station.  Walk northeast to the meeting location.  Rain cancels.  Robert B. (858) 571-7733.

6:15 am

WEDNESDAY NITE WORKOUT.  See January 6.

thursday, january 14

6:00 am

SUNRISE SERIES: MISSION VALLEY.  Let’s hope for a beautiful morning to enjoy the river and foliage on this moderate flat, paved walk.  The trolley stops nearby at Hazard Center for those who want to save some gas.  Meet Edie in the parking lot of the restaurant at 5180 Mission Center Dr.  Take the I-8 to Mission Center Auto Circle exit, go north on Mission Center Rd. (the restaurant will be on your left).  Optional breakfast follows.  (619) 222-4396

10:00 am

MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH.  See January 7.

10:15 am

MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK.  See January 7.

friday, january 15

4:30 pm

MISSION HILLS MEANDER.  See January 8.

saturday, january 16

TIME:  TBA

SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE.  Today’s hike will be by e-mail sent out a day or two before the hike.  Please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.

6:15 pm

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE.  See January 2.

sunday, january 17

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 January 3.

monday, january 18

6:00 am

SUNRISE SERIES: BALBOA PARK SCENERY.  Let’s see what changes this season has brought to Balboa Park.  We’ll meet at 5^th Ave. and Spruce St. for a moderate, flat 3-mile walk.  Optional breakfast follows.  Winnie (858) 278-4003.

10:00 am

CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS.  See January 4.

tuesday, january 19

10:00 am

TWEEBS ROAMS USD CAMPUS.  We’re off for higher education again as we explore the University of San Diego’s beautiful campus.  Katy will lead us on a mostly-flat, moderate, paved walk with pauses to admire architecture and history.  From Friar’s Rd., take Linda Vista Rd. up the hill to the main entrance (Marian Way).  Drive past the kiosk, turn immediately right into the parking structure.  Meet at the kiosk.  Optional lunch follows – Cuban?  Rain cancels.  (619) 460-9987.

6:30 pm

ABOVE THE BAY.  See January 5.

wednesday, january 20

TIME:  TBA

WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE.  Today’s hike will be by e-mail sent out a day or two before the hike.  Please contact Candy at (619) 435-2894 or ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com.

9:30 am

CORONADO MINI-MANSIONS.  Join Robert and Friends for a 1-hour, Coronado half-speed stroll to view mini-mansions squeezed onto toy-sized lots.  Optional restaurant coffee klatch follows.  Cross the bridge to Coronado, continue to Orange Ave., turn left, turn left again on 4^th St., then a quick right on A Ave. to the 4^th and A meeting place.  To use public transport, take the 901 bus marked “Iris Trolley” at 8:35 from the 12^th & Imperial Transit Center.  Exit near A Ave. and 3^rd St. in Coronado, walk southwest to A Ave. and 4^th St.  Rain cancels.  Robert B. (858) 571-7733.

6:15 pm

WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORKOUT.  See January 6.

thursday, january 21

6:00 am

SUNRISE SERIES: MISSION HILLS.  Meet at the corner of Fort Stockton Dr. and Goldfinch St. for a moderate, mostly flat walk.  Bring money for an optional breakfast to follow.  Barbara (619) 260-8360.

10:00 am

MISSION HILLS NORTH & SOUTH.  See January 7.

10:15 am

MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK.  See January 7.

friday, january 22

4:30 pm

MISSION HILLS MEANDER.  See January 8.

saturday, january 23

TIME:  TBA

SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE.  Today’s hike will be by e-mail distributed a day or two before the hike.  Make sure you review the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO. in the January 2 listing.  If you have any questions, please contact Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.

7:15 am

LATE BIRDS.  For those of us who can’t get up for the Early Birds, Dick will lead a 1-hour walk at your own pace around Balboa Park.  After the walk, we will have an optional breakfast.  From 5^th Ave. and Broadway, take the #3 bus at 6:51, walk east 1 block at Spruce St.  Meet at the corner of 6th Ave. and Spruce St.  Rain cancels.  (858) 558-1442.

11:00 am

DOWNTOWN – THE OLD AND THE NEW.  See January 9.

6:15 pm

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE.  See January 2.

sunday, january 24

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 January 3.

monday, january 25

6:00 am

SUNRISE SERIES: QUIET WALK ON HARBOR ISLAND.  Join us in a quiet 1-hour moderate-paced walk on flat, paved terrain.  Take Harbor Dr., turn onto Harbor Island Dr., turn left again at the end and go all the way to the parking lot at the end.  Optional breakfast follows.  Might need flashlight.  Gloria (619) 482-7677.

10:00 am

CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS.  See January 4.

tuesday, january 26

10:00 am

TWEEBS (TUESDAY WALKING ETHNIC-EATING BUNCH).  Come explore Point Loma’s hidden pathways along the bay then up a ways to find hidden pathways at a moderate pace near beautiful homes and gardens.  We’ll return for an optional lunch ($2 tacos?).  Go to the end of Shelter Island Dr., turn left and meet in the Polynesian restaurant parking lot.  Pat k. (619) 469-6223.

6:30 pm

ABOVE THE BAY.  See January 5.

wednesday, january 27

TIME:  TBA

WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE.  There will be no hike today.

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 NIGHT WORKOUT.  See January 6.

thursday, january 28

6:00 am

SUNRISE SERIES:  BALBOA PARK.  Join Marilyn for a 1-hour flat walk at your own pace to enjoy the park.  Meet at 5^th Ave. and Spruce St.  Optional breakfast follows.  (619) 294-8308.

10:00 am

MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH.  See January 7.

10:15 am

MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK.  See January 7.

friday, january 29

4:30 pm

MISSION HILLS MEANDER.  See January 8.

saturday, january 30

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 January 2 listing for IMPORTANT INFORMATION.  Contact Bill at (619) 264-1299 if you have any questions.

9:30 am

EXPLORE LA JOLLA’S HIDDEN PATHWAYS.  We’ll also walk along the ocean on a moderate 60 to 90-minute walk over mostly flat terrain.  Beautiful homes and great vistas await you.  Meet at the corner of La Jolla Blvd. and Gravilla St.  Rain cancels.  Pat K. (619) 469-6223.

6:15 pm

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE.  See January 2.

sunday, january 31

7:15 am

BREAKFAST SPECIAL ALONG ADAMS AVE.  Let’s meet at 30^th St. and Adams Ave. for a delightful walk to admire the homes and views of the valley below.  Stay for an optional breakfast nearby.   Rain cancels or postpones.  Pat K. (619) 469-6223.

8:15 am

MERRY GO-ROUND.  See January 3.