Beach hike, Pt. Reyes National Seashore

SIERRA SINGLES EVENTS

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Jul 3 · Fri · 10:00 am · Hiking Section and Sierra Singles
Mt. Tam: Mill Valley to East Peak Loop Hike. A slow paced hard ten mile hike for all willing people. Great views at East Peak. Potluck choccolate bar tasting at lunch. Whiners welcome. . Bring: Water, boots, layered clothing and optunial hiking sticks. Meet: 10am Downtown Mill Valley in front of clock outside of Book Depot intersection of Miller and Throckmorton. Carpool: Golden Gate Transit 80/17. Leader: Richard Bullock, (415) 986-8977, or richardbullock [at] yahoo [dot] com.

Jul 4 · Sat · 11:00 am · Sierra Singles
Swimming and Eating at Bass Lake, Palomarin Trailhead 2B Hike. This hike is about 6 miles in length. There is one uphill section in the beginning of the hike. There will be a lot of swimming (optional) involved in this event, during the potluck time. This is co-listed with the Jewish Hiking Club. Bring: Potluck dish for 6 and water to drink. Meet: At the Fairfax Parkade. Directions: Directions to Fairfax Parkade: Take Hwy 101 North from San Francisco to the Larkspur Exit (sign reads "San Anselmo/Richmond Bridge"), and head west, as you turn left onto Sir Francis Drake Blvd. From the East Bay, take the Richmond Bridge to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. Continue west on Sir Francis Drake Blvd. through San Anselmo into Fairfax. Upon entering Fairfax, note the large parking lot in the middle of downtown, across from the Fairfax movie theater. Park in this lot for a carpool to the trailhead. . Leader: Julia Cordell, (510) 964-1467, or jxcordell [at] hotmail [dot] com.

Jul 11 · Sat · Sierra Singles
Alamere Falls 3B Hike. Come join us on this moderate paced 12 miles (mostly flat) hike to Alamere falls, which is one of the few water falls that flows onto a beach, by way of Wildcat Beach. We will have great views of the Pacific Ocean and Southern Point Reyes. Bring: Water, (no water at trailhead), lunch and snacks to share. Meet: 11 am at the Palomarin trailhead in Bolinas. Directions: From Hwy 101 in Marin take the Marin City/Hwy 1 exit to Stinson Beach, continue north on Hwy 1 to Bolinas, turn left onto Bolinas Rd. (no sign) and drive 2.5 miles to Mesa Rd. Turn right on Mesa Rd. and go about 6 miles to the Palomarin Trailhead. Alternate route: Take the Sir Francis Drake Blvd. from Hwy 101 and drive west about 20 miles to the town of Olema and turn left onto Hwy 1. Go about 9 miles south on Hwy 1 to Bolinas Rd. (which is usually not marked), turn right and go 2.5 miles to Mesa Rd. Turn right on Mesa Rd. and drive about 6 miles to the trailhead. Rain cancels. Possible optional post hike dinner stop. . Leader: Albert Chiu, (510) 339-3320, or albert-chiu [at] att [dot] net.

Jul 12 · Sun · 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm · Sierra Singles
Potluck/Discussion Group - Monthly Social Event. Join the Sierra Club monthly potluck dinner and social gathering for some good food and lively discussion about relationships or topics of your choice, Sundays, from 6-9 in Berkeley. Bring some food for about 6 to share. We usually eat from 6-7 and discuss items of participant's interest from 7-9 or longer.The age of participants usually ranges from 40-65 but everbody is welcome. We can all learn from each other. We meet at the rear of the Berkeley Unitarian Church on 1924 Cedar St.and Bonita, two blocks west of the Shattuck Ave. Andronicos in North Berkeley and one block east of M.L.King Jr. Way on Cedar. Once at the small church, signs will point out the way. A $3 donation is requested to defray the rental costs. Leader: Victor (510)644-0427. Reservations not needed. Look forward to seeing you there. . Contact: Victor Bluestone, (510) 644-0427.

Jul 18 · Sat · 10:00 am · Mount Diablo Group and Sierra Singles
Central Point Reyes 3C Loop Hike. Take a moderately paced scenic day hike through varied terrain. Highlights include the top of Mt. Wittenberg, Sculptured Beach, and Kelham Beach. Return to cars approximately 6:45 PM. Cancellation: Any rain cancels. Bring: lunch, snacks, liquids, and sturdy shoes. Meet: 10:00 am in front of Bear Valley Visitor Center. Directions: HWY 101 to Central San Rafael exit. Left on Third Street and continue through San Rafael and San Anselmo until merge with Sir Francis Drake. Bear right at merge (Sir Francis Drake) until HWY 1 (Olema). Right on HWY 1 and first left to visitor ctr. Carpool: Leader at Rockridge BART 08:15 am. Leader: Steve Bakaley, (925) 945-8205, or slbakaley [at] lbl [dot] gov (preferred).

Aug 8 · Sat · 11:00 am to 6:40 pm · Sierra Singles
China Camp State Park Hike 3B. Join Neil for a scenic 12 to 13 mile loop hike encompassing nearly entire park. Lunch at Miwok Meadows, Afternoon rest stop and 360 degree view at Old Nike site atop hill. Expect shade and sun, variety of grades, can be quite warm in areas. Leader has moderate pace but is slow uphill. Possible dinner nearby afterwards. Cancellation: Steady rain cancels.Cost: $4 of $5 parking fee. Bring: Shorts, hat, sunscreen, camera, food, at least 2 quarts water. Meet: China Camp Village paved parking lot (above village) at 11:00 am. Directions: US 101 north or south to San Pedro Road exit. Take San Pedro Road east about 5 miles to China camp village and turn left. Carpool: Rockridge BART station east side at 9:40 am, Larkspur Landing Ferry Terminal (by flagpole) at 10:20 am. Leader: Neil Kaplan, (510) 451-5252 (510-579-4069 (cell)), or Xavier3 [at] aol [dot] com.

Aug 9 · Sun · 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm · Sierra Singles
Potluck/Discussion Group - Monthly Social Event. Join the Sierra Club monthly potluck dinner and social gathering for some good food and lively discussion about relationships or topics of your choice, Sundays, from 6-9 in Berkeley. Bring some food for about 6 to share. We usually eat from 6-7 and discuss items of participant's interest from 7-9 or longer.The age of participants usually ranges from 40-65 but everbody is welcome. We can all learn from each other. We meet at the rear of the Berkeley Unitarian Church on 1924 Cedar St.and Bonita, two blocks west of the Shattuck Ave. Andronicos in North Berkeley and one block east of M.L.King Jr. Way on Cedar. Once at the small church, signs will point out the way. A $3 donation is requested to defray the rental costs. Leader: Victor (510)644-0427. Reservations not needed. Look forward to seeing you there.

Aug 13 · Thu through Aug 18 · Tue · Sierra Singles
Kaweah Gap backpacking trip in Sequoia NP 3BT. Join us for a 5-day trip into the ‘most breath-taking scenic area’ in the Sierra. This trip is open to moderate backpackers in good physical condition. We camp Thursday night at Dorst Creek campground in Sequoia NP. We start hiking Friday morning from Wolverton in Sequoia National Park, traveling to Bearpaw Meadow. The next day we proceed to Kaweah Gap, The Great Western Divide and Nine Lake Basin, which afford views of the Kaweah Peaks. We then return via Bearpaw Meadow, to our starting point. Elevation gain: 3600 (overall, not all in one day). Average distance: less than 9 miles per day. Bring: clothing for high altitude cold and sun, and light snacks to share for lunch. We also ask that you bring your own hot drink mixes. A list of suggested items to bring will be provided, if desired. Meet: At Dorst Creek campground, group site “D,” Thursday evening/night; call/email Leaders for directions and information. Cost is $63, which includes breakfast Friday through Tuesday morning, and dinner Friday through Monday night (community commissary), happy hours, and campground fees. Leaders: Ellen Potthoff, (925) 229-2645, natdoc@jps.net and Chris Kramar, ckkramar@yahoo.com. Please send your check (payable to Sierra Singles) to: Ellen Potthoff, 6528 Parkdale Plaza, Martinez, Ca 94553 along with SIN. Please note SIN is required!!! Co-listed with Loma Prieta Sierra Singles. . Leader: Ellen Potthoff, (925) 229-2645, or natdoc [at] jps [dot] net.

Aug 15 · Sat · Mount Diablo Group and Sierra Singles
Five Brooks to Bass Lake 4C Hike. Take a moderately paced scenic long loop (17.5 miles) through southern Point Reyes. Highlights include the Greenpicker trail, Firtop, Wildcat Lake, Ocean Lake, Pelican Lake, and Bass Lake. You may swim at your own risk - no lifeguard available, at Bass Lake. Cancellation: Any rain cancels. Bring: lunch, snacks, liquids, and sturdy shoes. At least 2 liters of water/liquids required for your participation in this event. Bring a swimsuit and towel (water shoes are also recommended) if you plan to swim in Bass Lake. Meet: 10:00 am at Five Brooks Trail Head. Directions: HWY 101 to Central San Rafael exit. Left on Third Street and continue through San Rafael and San Anselmo until merge with Sir Francis Drake. Bear right at merge (Sir Francis Drake) until HWY 1 (Olema). Turn left on HWY 1. Trail head is on the right approximately 3.5 miles south of Sir Francis Drake. Carpool: Leader at Rockridge BART 08:15 am. Leader: Steve Bakaley, (925) 945-8205, or slbakaley [at] lbl [dot] gov (preferred).

 Notes:

Hike distance: 1 = up to 6 miles, 2 = 6 to 10 miles, 3 = 10 to 15 miles, 4 = over 16 miles

Elevation gain: A = up to 1,000 ft, B = 1,000 to 2,000 ft, C = 2,000 to 3,000 ft, D = over 3,000 ft

A "2B" hike is one that is between 6 to 10 miles in length, and has an elevation gain of 1,000 to 2,000 feet

SIN (Standard Information Notes): 1 = name, 2 = address, 3 = home or work phone, 4 = email address (if any), 5 = time you can leave, 6 = whether a driver or rider (if driver, how many people with gear can you carry?), 7 = level of experience for the activity, 8 = special medical or dietary requirements, 9 = check payable to "Sierra Singles", 10 = SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope)