What we’re about
We like to do urban hikes mostly on week-end afternoons and sometimes on weekday evenings. Week-end walks usually start at 1 or 2 at a public transportation friendly starting point and end around 5:30ish with a get together afterwards so that we can get to know each other after so many hours of walking. The after hike gathering is optional and non-drinkers are welcome. Some of our walks are dog friendly. Sometimes, we just go on a random urban adventure. We also like movies/films/art and we may schedule some film or art events as well.
About our Walks: We walk at a medium pace. We do lots of hills, hidden staircases and urban trails/dirt paths that you might not expect in the city. We use the SF Staircase Walk book for lots of our ideas. We sometimes venture over to the East Bay and Marin for our hikes. The majority of our walks are point A to B and we don't normally return to the starting point.
Important Information: If you are late for a hike, it is very hard to catch up with us, because we keep moving. We walk at a medium pace. Escorts (also known as sweeps) are not provided, so slower walkers should be completely prepared to finish the hike on their own if they become separated from the group, and they may want to consider bringing a friend to walk with them. We reserve the right to make small changes to the route as needed.
Pedestrian Safety: In 2017, 20 pedestrians were killed on the streets of San Francisco. Do not become a tragic statistic. You are solely responsible for your own safety as walker and it is your sole responsibility to obey all traffic laws. Do not cross against a traffic light just because you are walking with a group! You will need to catch up once the traffic light allows you to proceed.
Liability Disclaimer: The organizers of this meet-up are unpaid volunteers and not expert hiking guides. All participants agree to assume 100% responsibility for their own safety, conduct, health and well-being and recognize that possible hazards exist while participating in outdoor (or any other) activities, and agree to participate solely at their own risk. If you RSVP “Yes” and/or attend any of our events, it shall be conclusively presumed that you understand and agree to this policy.
Signing Up for Events: It is required that you sign up for any event that you attend unless you have permission from the Event Organizer to show up without signing up. If you experience technical difficulty in signing up, please message the Event Organizer.
No Show Policy: No-shows are not appreciated. Chronic no-shows are really not appreciated. If you sign up for an event and find you can no longer attend, please change your RSVP to NO. Chronic no-shows will be disallowed from signing up for future events. Thanks for your understanding.
Important Information: If you are late for a hike, it is very hard to catch up with us, because we keep moving. We walk at a medium pace. Escorts (also known as sweeps) are not provided, so slower walkers should be completely prepared to finish the hike on their own if they become separated from the group, and they may want to consider bringing a friend to walk with them. We reserve the right to make small changes to the route as needed.
Dog Information: If you ask us if you can bring a dog, and we say yes, this just means that we don't mind if you bring your dog. It does not mean that we have scoped out the entire route to see if there are any signs prohibiting dogs. You will need to keep your eyes out for these signs and you may need to reroute and meet us later on the route. You are 100% responsible for any issues or consequences regarding your dog on the hike or event.
ID, and Cash Only Policies, and the After Hike Gathering: Some of the places where we go after our hikes require ID for entry, regardless of your age. Please bring your ID if you plan to attend. Some of the places where we go after our hikes do not accept credit cards. Please bring cash, or be prepared to go in search of an ATM.
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Upcoming events (2)
See all- Toys for Tots and Let's Glow Walk In North Beach and Downtown SFOmni San Francisco Hotel, San Francisco, CA
This year, we are combining our annual Toys for Tots firehouse toy drop off with our Glow Walk. We will meet at 5:30 at the Omni Hotel outside on the California Street side, and head out at 5:35 (grace period).
We will start off our walk by walking to the fire station in North Beach to drop off our toy donations maybe get to meet a fireperson or persons.
This walk requires all participants to donate a toy or cash equivalent to the SF Firefighters Toys for Tots program: https://www.sffirefighterstoys.org . All participants must bring an unwrapped toy for a child.Donation of a toy or toys is the first choice. Second choice is for you to donate by bringing a check payable to San Francisco Firefighters' Toy Program. Venmo, Zelle etc donations are not accepted for this event. Cash is a last resort and if you choose cash your donation will not be processed until after the event has taken place.
After the toy drop off, we will visit the Let’s Glow locations. https://downtownsf.org/things-to-do/lets-glow-sf
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, is returning to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. San Francisco's Holiday Projection Arts Festival has expanded this year to seven locations featuring large-scale animated light installations by 13 artists from around the world and award-winning design studios, and an art installation at The Crossing at East Cut. Let's Glow SF will run from December 6 to 15, 2024 with nightly shows from 5:30 PM to 10 PM, Visit the website for more information on participating artists, artwork, building locations, discounts, and special business promotions during Let's Glow.We will also take in the holiday lights as we go! Please wear some festive holiday attire or an ugly holiday sweater. We may even sing some Christmas carols!
After viewing the lights we will have our after gathering in the downtown or North Beach areas. Hope to see you there!
Please note: Phone help is not available for latecomers. If you are late it is very hard to catch up with us. We walk at a medium pace. Escorts or sweeps are not provided, s
Please note: Phone help is not available for latecomers. If you are late it is very hard to catch up with us. We walk at a medium pace. Escorts or sweeps are not provided, so slower walkers should be completely prepared to finish the hike on their own if they become separated from the group, and they may want to consider bringing a friend to walk with them. I reserve the right to make small changes to the route as needed.
Liability Disclaimer: The organizers of this meet-up are unpaid volunteers and not expert hiking guides. All participants agree to assume 100% responsibility for their own safety, conduct, and well-being and recognize that possible hazards exist while participating in outdoor (or any other) activities, and agree to participate solely at their own risk. If you RSVP “Yes” and/or attend any of our events, it shall be conclusively presumed that you understand and agree to this policy.
