APRIL'S FIRST AMBLE. Continuing the tradition,
enjoy a free breakfast at the Prado Restaurant in Balboa
Park—courtesy of Walkabout—after Larry pulls your
legs on a casual stroll past all the museums in San
Diego's premier park. Celebrate the foolishness of the
occasion by meeting Larry at the Northeast corner of Twelfth
Ave. and H St. RSVP for walk/breakfast at (619) 555-WALK.
10:00 am
TUESDAY WALKING ETHNIC-EATING BUNCH (TWEEBS).
Join this happy group as we travel to different parts of the
city with leaders from that area to explore San Diego's
sights. This is usually a 90-minute, moderate-paced
walk with an optional lunch afterwards. Rain cancels. To
learn where we meet, call Jean M. (858) 277-1185,
Katy, (619) 460-9987 or Betty K. (619) 427-9903.
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.
Please call Donna at (858) 279-7016 or Teri at
(619) 584-8984 to make sure the walk is not cancelled.
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike is an
e-mail hike. 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 to 3 quarts of
water, sun and rain protection, lug-soled shoes and carpool
money. "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. As weather or unusual conditions may cause the hike
to be moved or canceled, check the hikes at
http://www.walkabouthikes.org. If you have questions,
contact Kathy at kpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
9:30 am
CORONADO BEACHING. Join Robert and Friends
for approximately 1-hour on a beautiful, architecturally
diverse half-speed stroll past dream homes of
yesterday and today along Ocean Blvd. Refuel afterwards at a
Coronado eatery if you like. Meet at the corner of Ocean
Blvd. and Marina Ave. in Coronado. Rain cancels. Robert
B. (858) 571-7733.
9:45 am - SB
TAKE FLIGHT! Questions answered on this walk.
Where was the first manned flight takeoff? Which market was
a recent merger lately? A small county library lighted
mostly by the outside light? Pace is moderate on
terrain with one hill. Take I-5 to the Coronado Ave. exit.
Go east (left) up to the El Tigre Market parking lot on your
right. Rain cancels. Audrey (619) 425-5615.
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! Janice (858) 623-8511, or
Barbara N. (619) 226-3024.
SUNRISE SERIES: EXPLORE THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE. Meet
in front of Coco's in the Costa Verde Shopping Center, west
of Westfield Shoppingtown UTC between La Jolla Village Dr.
and Nobel Dr. for a moderate-paced walk around the
area. From I-5 go east (or from I-805 go west) on Nobel Dr.
Turn north on Genesee Ave. and west into the shopping center
driveway. Coco's is on the southeast corner on the lower
level. An optional breakfast follows the walk. Dick
(858) 558-1442.
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. Rain cancels. Kathy L. (858) 484-0349.
10:15 am
A MORNING STROLL IN BALBOA PARK. The changes in
the world of 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.
SPRING WALK. Come for a walk from Mt. Soledad
through a beautiful Muirlands neighborhood—a chance to see
lovely homes and gardens. The pace is moderate and
mostly flat. Park at Mt. Soledad parking lot. Bring money
for optional lunch that follows. Rain cancels. Addie
(858) 456-4260.
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. Pat P. (619) 291-6162.
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike will be
an e-mail hike. There is a chance there will be no hike due
to certain weather conditions. See the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO
on the April 2 Wednesday wilderness hike. You can check the
hikes at www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. If you
are not on our e-mail list and wish to be or for more
information, please contact Bill (619) 264-1299.
8:30 am
WALKABOUT BOARD MEETING. Canceled.
8:30 am _ NC
NORTH COUNTY INLAND. This morning we will walk in
the Bernardo Bay Recreation Area and along the south side of
Lake Hodges. The walk is entirely on trails and has only a
moderate hill. This area has just been reopened since the
fire closure of last October. Water and restroom break at
the half-way mark on this two-loop walk. Pace is moderate
for about 2 hours.Drive north on Hwy 15 to the West
Bernardo/Pomerado exit, just south of Lake Hodges. Go left
on West Bernardo for just over a half mile to the signal.
Turn right and we will meet in the first paved parking area
on the left. Rain cancels. Jim A. (858) 487-2833.
11:00 am
EXPLORE DOWNTOWN. Enjoy downtown on this 1-hr,
moderate-paced walk. Meet in front of the Balboa Theater
on 4th Ave. and E St. Three hours of free parking
are available with validation at the Horton Plaza parking
garage. Marianne (619) 234-5214.
11:15 _ SD/NC
Coaster/Sprinter/Breeze/Bus round trip to Escondido.
WOW! Let's explore the newest in S.D. County transportation
as we take the Coaster from San Diego/Old Town at
11:15/11:21 to Oceanside at 12:15. There we take the 12:33
Sprinter to Escondido Transit Center. From there the #350
Breeze takes us to North County Fair and the #20 bus brings
us to Clairemont Dr. & Clairemont Mesa Blvd. or Fashion
Valley or downtown. Bring a sack lunch to eat along the way
or stop at N. Co Fair to eat and take a later bus (every 30
min.) before heading south. Home after 4:00. Bring dollar
bills for exact fares. You can also meet in Oceanside at
12:15 at the Amtrak transit center or at 12:33 on the
Sprinter. Flexibility is the name of the game. If the
Sprinter isn't working we won't go. Also, rain might cancel.
Pat K. 619-469-6223
6:15 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. Carol, Fran 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, Fran W.
(619) 271-7107, Teri E. (619) 584-8984.
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. 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. Meet Rick at the carousel at Park Blvd. and
Zoo Pl. (858) 565-7212.
SUNRISE SERIES:SPRING INTO NATIONAL CITY.
Spring into spring on Sweetwater Rd., National City. We will
see interesting Victorian homes. The pace is moderate
over mostly flat, paved terrain. Bring money. From I-805
exit Sweetwater Rd. to the left. Turn left at the first
traffic signal. Meet in Denny's parking lot at 1900
Sweetwater Rd. Betty (619) 479-5421.
10:00 am
CROWN POINT AREA BECKONS. Start your week with a
beautiful scenic view of Mission Bay and homes nearby.
Kathy L. leads a moderate-paced walking group and
pause 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. (858) 484-0349.
6:00 pm
HARBOR ISLAND. Walk the same 3 miles every Monday
evening. Start walking at the appointed time, approximately
one hour before sunset. This will allow those who like to
walk in daylight the opportunity to walk with us year round.
It is the best view of the San Diego skyline and harbor at
the best time of the day. Walk with interesting people at
your own pace on smooth sidewalks. Meet at the
information board in the public parking lot across from the
Hilton Inn at the west end of Harbor Island Dr. This is
across Harbor Dr. from the airport (Thomas Guide pg. 1288
E-2). Stanley F. (619) 222-3447.
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike will be
an e-mail hike. See the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO on the April 2
Wednesday Wilderness GHike. If you have any questions,
contact Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
9:30 am
BALBOA PARK NUTTY SQUIRREL WALK. Join Robert
and Friends for a 1-hour, half city, half park,
half-speed stroll. All you bring is a smile, some cash
if you eat afterwards and maybe a few peanuts for you and
the squirrels. Optional eating afterwards. Meet at 6th Ave.
and Nutmeg St. There is free parking on Balboa Dr., which
you enter at 6th Ave. and Upas St. Note: Do not park on the
Park side of 6th Ave. No parking is allowed there on
Wednesdays. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
9:45 am - SB
MILE OF CARS. April is when Consumer
Reports comes out with its annual "Car Report." So bone
up on car lore and look them over. This is the renovated car
lane, a lovely place to walk and gawk. Pace is moderate.
Meet in the parking lot at Denny's on Mile of Cars Way
(formerly 24th St.) just east of I-5 in National
City. Rain cancels. Audrey (619) 425-5615.
SUNRISE SERIES: SPRING IN MISSION HILLS. Look at
the gardens and enjoy the moderate pace on flat
terrain. Bring money for an optional breakfast after the
walk. We meet at Goldfinch St. and Ft. Stockton Dr. Jane
(619) 299-1060.
10:00 am
MISSION BEACH NORTH & SOUTH. See April 3.
10:15 am
A SPECIAL WALK THROUGH BALBOA PARK. We will walk
to one of San Diego's own cathedrals for a guided tour, a
short walk from Balboa Park. Meet at the Senior Lounge
across from the Museum of Photographic Arts on The Prado in
Balboa Park. We will walk at a casual pace. Terrain
is flat and mostly paved. Stay after the walk for optional
coffee and cookies. Mary T. (619) 291-1349.
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike will be an
e-mail hike. Make sure that you review the IMPORTANT HIKE
INFO on the April 2 Wednesday Wilderness Hike. If you have
any questions, contact Kathy at kpiller@cox.net or
(760) 796-4007.
7:15 am
LATE BIRDS. For those of us who can't get up for
the Early Birds, Anna T. will lead a moderate-paced,
1-hour walk 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. Rain cancels. (619)
231-7463.
11:00 am
WHAT'S HAPPENING DOWNTOWN? We will review the old
and the new in one or more areas of downtown during this
casual- to moderate-paced, 1-hr walk, followed by
an optional lunch at one of our favorite urban restaurants.
Meet Stella outside the Horton Plaza Shopping Center
near the Balboa Theater at 4th Ave. and E St.
Three hours of free parking are available in the Horton
Plaza garage with validation. (619) 232-3756.
BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN BALBOA PARK. North Park and
east Balboa Park invite us on a flat, moderate-paced
walk. We may see the more active side of our beautiful park.
Meet at the Lumberjack Restaurant parking lot on Ohio St.
between University and Lincoln Aves. Optional breakfast
follows. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat's Pals (619)
469-6223..
EXPLORE SAN DIEGO: FLORIDA CANYON. The heart of
Balboa Park is semi-wilderness. Explore the hidden gardens
and see the wildflowers. The trails should be surrounded
with many wildflowers. There is one hill, but the pace is
moderate. Stop off at the zoo on the way back if you
wish. Meet at Park Blvd. and Morley Field Dr., across from
the Veterans Memorial Building. Rain cancels. Pat K.
(619) 469-6223.
MONDAY, APRIL 14
6:00 am
SUNRISE SERIES: CRUISE AROUND THE BAY. Walk at a
moderate pace along the harbor, and then take an
optional free cruise to North Island Naval Air Station. View
the ships at close hand and go to Coronado for breakfast,
returning whenever we wish. The cruise leaves promptly from
the foot of Broadway at 6:45 am. Non-cruisers will walk back
to their cars. Meet and park before 6:00 am at the parking
lot just north of the Seaport Village carousel. Parking
meters there don't start until 10:00 am. Pat K. (619)
469-6223.
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike will be
an e-mail hike. It will also be our spring potluck so
wherever we end up make sure that you bring a dish to share.
A chair to sit on might be nice. Plates, cups and utensils
will be provided. See the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO on the April 2
Wednesday Wilderness Hike. If you have any questions,
contact Don at dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007.
9:30 am
CORONADO TIDELANDS STROLL. Join Robert and
Friends for a 1-hour, flat, paved, half-speed
stroll in Coronado's Tidelands Park. Optional brunch
afterwards. Drive over the beautiful blue bridge to
Coronado, turn right after the former toll booth onto
Glorietta Blvd., then turn right again on Mullinix Dr. into
Tidelands Park. Meet at the restroom. Rain cancels.
Robert B. (858) 571-7733.
9:45 am - SB
THE BAY FRONT IN CHULA VISTA. Not only is this a
favorite WALK, but it is a favorite LUNCH place by the
water's edge. The public art is different with sounds and
movement. The views are grand. Come and see for yourself.
The pace is moderate. Audrey (619) 425-5615.
SUNRISE SERIES: SOMETHING'S NEW AT LIBERTY STATION.
There's a new walk and a new restaurant. Meet in Liberty
Station where Womble St ends at a park and a river. It is
newly landscaped and smoothly paved, although there is a
little gravel for a short distance. The pace is moderate
for about 3 miles. Walk by hotels and new construction on
one side and the water on the other. Look for a bridge that
will lead us to a surprise destination. From I-8 or from I-5
from the north, take the Rosecrans St. exit. If coming I-5
from the south, take the Pacific Hwy exit and exit again on
Barnett St. and follow it around to Rosecrans St. Proceed
southwest on Rosecrans St. past Roosevelt St. and note a
Vons on the left. Turn at the next signal, Womble St.
Continue past Trader Joe's to the end into the parking area
to meet Edie. An optional breakfast follows. (619)
222-4396.
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike will be an
e-mail hike. The hike may ce cancelled due to weather. Make
sure that you review the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO on the April 2
Wednesday Wilderness Hike. You can check the hikes at
www.walkabouthikes.org for updates. If you are not on our
e-mail list and wish to be or for more information, contact
Bill (619) 264-1299.
BREAKFAST SPECIAL IN EAST MISSION BAY. 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. Rain cancels or
postpones. Pat's Pals (619) 469-6223.
SUNRISE SERIES: EAST MISSION BAY. This is a flat,
1-hr walk in East Mission Bay. We may see some birds and
other folks walking. The pace is moderate. Take I-5
to the Clairemont Dr. turn-off and go west to the Visitors
Information Center. Bring money for an optional breakfast
afterwards. Fusa (619) 223-6947.
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike will be
an e-mail hike. Review the IMPORTANT HIKE INFO on the April
2 Wednesday Wilderness Hike. Contact Don at
dpiller@cox.net or (760) 796-4007 if you have any questions.
9:30 am
BALBOA PARK—6th AND JUNIPER. Join
Robert and Friends for 1-hour at a half-speed
gait and stroll with the friendliest creatures on earth
besides the squirrels. The terrain is half city streets and
half parkland paths. Optional restaurant stop afterwards.
Parking is free on the Park side of 6th Ave. near
Juniper St. or on Balboa Dr. in the Park. Watch for No
Parking signs on some days. Rain cancels. Robert B.
(858) 571-7733.
10:30 am
HISTORIC GOLDEN HILL. The meeting place is 25th
and A Sts., but we may go in any direction we choose to see
different areas of Golden Hill. There are mansions, carriage
houses, parks, and a community center to visit. On all
walks, we will visit a Mexican Bakery and afterwards have an
optional lunch. The walk is moderate-paced for 1-1/2
hours and mostly flat. Bring water and a hat in warm
weather. Larraine (619) 583-7644.
SUNRISE SERIES: LAKE MURRAY. Come and enjoy an
easy and safe walk at your own pace around beautiful
Lake Murray. Who knows, we may even see some wild animals or
some jumping fish. Meet Art and Isabel at the
Baltimore Dr. entrance to the Lake. From I-8 go north on
Lake Murray Blvd. Turn left on Baltimore Dr. and go about 2
to 3 blocks. Optional breakfast follows. (619) 582-3370.
MISSION BEACH MEANDER. This month explore the
walkways around north and south Mission Beach. Meet at the
Santa Clara Point Recreation Center (1008 Santa Clara Pt.)
off Mission Blvd. for this moderate-paced walk. Rain
cancels. Irene (858) 456-7864 or Beverly (858)
274-0687.
SATURDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike will be an
e-mail hike. See IMPORTANT HIKE INFO on the April 2
Wednesday Wilderness Hike. Contact Candy at
ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com or (619) 435-2894 if you have any
questions.
7:15 am Note change of meeting place.
LATE BIRDS. For those of us who can't get up for
the Early Birds, Dick will lead a moderate-paced,
1-hour walk around Shelter Island. After the walk, we will
have an optional breakfast. Meet at the corner of Anchorage
Ln. and Cañon St. Rain cancels. (858) 558-1442.
9:00 am _ NC
A HILL OF A HIKE IN CARMEL VALLEY. Hovering over
Carmel Valley to the north and Sorrento Valley to the south
is the burgeoning neighborhood of Torrey Hills. Enjoy
breathtaking vistas over secluded trails and serene
pathways. Relish a moderate-plus paced, 3-hr. cavort
over mixed up and down terrain. Directions: From I-5, going
north or south, connect to the "Bypass" (near route 56) and
exit at Carmel Mountain Rd. Go east on Carmel Mountain Rd.
for two streets, where Carmel Mountain Rd. makes a sharp
right turn. About a mile later is East Ocean Air Dr. There
is free parking in the shopping center near the Union Bank.
Look for Larry at the southeast corner of Carmel
Mountain Rd. and East Ocean Air Dr. by the traffic signal at
the corner of the Torrey Hills-Vons Shopping Center. Bring
water, but rain cancels. (858) 755-1751.
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.
An optional breakfast follows, perhaps on a deck overlooking
the ocean. Meet at the west end of Garnet Ave. by the
Crystal Pier. Rain cancels or postpones. Pat's Pals
(619) 469-6223.
SUNRISE SERIES: AROUND THE LAKE AT EASTLAKE. Meet
Gloria at the lake for a quiet walk around Eastlake.
Take I-805 to East H St. in Chula Vista. Travel east for
about 5 miles to Eastlake Dr. Turn right and park along the
lake. The 3-mile walk is at a moderate pace on paved,
flat terrain. Bring a flashlight and money for an optional
breakfast. (619) 482-7677.
WEDNESDAY WILDERNESS HIKE. Today's hike will be
an e-mail hike. See IMPORTANT HIKE INFO on the April 2
Wednesday Wilderness Hike. Contact Candy at
ccbeckwith146@yahoo.com or (619) 435-2894 if you have
any questions.
9:30 am
A BOATLESS SD RIVER EXCURSION. Join Robert and
Friends for a 1-hour, paved, half-speed walk
overlooking the San Diego River. Water wings are not
required. Optional restaurant stop afterwards. Meet in the
parking lot of Mimi's on Mission Center Rd. at Camino de la
Reina. Rain cancels. Robert B. (858) 571-7733.