Bay Area Hiking, Walking, Wellness Club

Hello Ocean Lovers, If you don't have any plans on 🧑‍🎄Christmas Day🎅🌲 Let's go for 💚 Green Exercise a wellness hike meet new friends, enjoy the nature and the beauty of the Beautiful Ocean views and healing sea for our physical health and mental well-being 😇

🎄 Christmas Ocean Hike – Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail 🌊🥾
✨ Event Description:
If you don’t have big family plans this Christmas, come join us for a peaceful and heartwarming Christmas Ocean Hike by the sea. 🌊💚

We’ll enjoy a refreshing hike along the beautiful Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail, soaking in ocean views, the sound of waves, and the spirit of the season. 🎅🏼🌲 It’s a wonderful way to celebrate Christmas with good company and nature’s beauty.

Let’s make this Christmas simple, joyful, and memorable — outdoors, together, by the sea. 💖🌊✨

Cowell-Purisima Trail, just south of Half Moon Bay, is a 3.6-mile gently graded path that winds along bluffs where farmland meets the Pacific Ocean. It’s a part of the California Coastal Trail, which will one day span the entire length of the state. This area contains both beach and coastal scrub ecosystems. Keep your eyes open for harbor seals, pelicans, hawks and wildflowers along your way.

It's an easy-to-moderate hike with mostly flat, wide, gravel/dirt sections, but has a small section with elevation change as it crosses Purisima Creek. The trail offers scenic views of the Pacific Ocean, farmland, and abundant wildlife, with access points at both northern and southern trailheads.

Trail details
Length: 7.2 miles roundtrip (3.6 miles one-way)
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Surface: Wide, gravel and dirt path
Elevation: Mostly flat, with a short, steep descent into Purisima Creek's canyon
Features: Ocean views, farmland, harbor seals, pelicans, and wildflowers
Season: Year-round, but fall is particularly nice
Wildlife: You can often see harbor seals, brown pelicans, and hawks

This segment of the CA Coastal Trail runs parallel to the Pacific Coast along what used to be the Ocean Shore Railroad. The railroad itself was in operation for just 15 years before it was driven out of business in the early 1920s by the automobile.

It's truly a destination trail. It offers sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, access to several beaches and excellent nature viewing. Bird watching is quite good and a popular activity here. Red-tailed hawks, blue herons and red-winged blackbirds are spotted frequently, and large hawks can often be seen perched on benches and the trail's split-rail fence. Half Moon Bay State Beach is also home of the world-famous Mavericks, a surfing spot Pillar Point that's visible from the trail.

*Meet 12:30pm and *Hike Time: 1pm
Address: Cowell Ranch Beach Access Parking
18501 S. Cabrillo Hwy, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
GPS: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iKuGhgpoXR1TxntW9
Parking: Free and along Highway 1

Level: Easy
Length: 5-6 miles
Time: 2.5-3 hours
Elevation gain: 398 ft+
Route type: Out and Back
Exposure: Sun
Views: Amazingly Beautiful
Parking: Free
Dog: No!
*Dogs and horses are not allowed on this specific trail to protect the wildlife and agricultural land.

Bring Smiles for Miles!
Water, beach blanket, dress for the weather, by the ocean wear layer, snacks...
Wear hiking shoes & Bring beach walk shoes, sandals or bare feet break time at the beach...

Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message not on the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/w8bsv9

After the hike, we’ll have an optional group social dinner at a local Chinese restaurant 🍜🥢 — a cozy way to end the day together with good food and laughter.

*Requested contribution suggested amount $5-$20 to keep the club going!
​*Note: Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. To support/keep our group alive and active, You can help! Dr.Heidi kindly asks for a contribution, accept in person.
Your contribution will help us cover our costs and make our Meetups going even better.

Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞

⚠️ Please Read Before Joining:
These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility.

👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining.
Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites.

🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh air, and meaningful connections.

*DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system.

*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment.

*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary! The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk.

*LIABILITY WAIVER: By signing up for the wellness walking/hiking event, you hereby release its organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues.

*DISCLAIMER: By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability.

*We are an intermediate hike group. Please be ready to keep up hiking with us from 5-8 miles without any health issues.

If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time for everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 5-8 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to the hiking event.
*Please don't just walk in. Thank you for your cooperation!

I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking with you and making good memories together.
Yours in good health! Dr. Heidi💝

❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️
*Three courses available upon request:
https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid
*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you.
*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.

​Hello Nature Lovers, Let's go meet new friends for Green Exercise a wellness hike meet new friends, enjoy the nature and the beauty of the healing mountains, wine trail and trees for our physical health and mental well-being 😇

Picchetti Ranch Preserve: 308-acre park offering hiking trails amid orchards & woodlands, a winery & weekly activities.

Forested canyons of madrone, coast live oak and California bay provide shade on a warm day. On a clear day, the Sierra Azul range, crowned by Mount Umunhum, is visible to the south through a break in the trees. The Zinfandel Trail ducks into the forest, crossing seasonal creeks and connecting with Stevens Creek County Park, managed by Santa Clara County.

*I have applied for MROSD Hiking Permit for our Club. Yay!✌️🤗
*****An approved permit! for us Hiking Zinfandel Trail

*Meet Time: 1pm
13100 Montebello Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/bhfCHK8fmM3D3KT7A
*Hike time: 1:30pm
Level: Moderate+
Length: 4.5- 5 miles
Elevation gain: 725ft
Route type: Out & back
Dogs: Not Permitted

Bring Smiles for Miles! Water, snacks, hiking poles
Wear Hiking shoes, layers, sunscreens...

June 1st, 2021 our hike at the place

*Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message not in the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/7c5k8t

*Requested contribution suggested amount of $5-$20 to keep the club going!
​*Note: Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. To support/keep our group alive and active, You can help! Dr.Heidi kindly asks for a contribution.
Your contribution will help us cover our costs and make our Meetups going even better.

Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞

⚠️ Please Read Before Joining:
These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility.

👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining.
Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites.

🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh air, and meaningful connections.

*DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system.

*LIABILITY WAIVER: By signing up for the wellness hiking event, you hereby release its organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues.

*DISCLAIMER: By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability.

*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment.

*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary! The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk.

If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time when you sign up for our event. For everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 5 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to this hiking event.
*Please don't just walk in. Thank you for your cooperation!

I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking/walking with you and making good memories together!
Yours in good health, Dr. Heidi💝

❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️
*Three courses available upon request:
https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid
*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you.
*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.

Hello Nature Lovers, Let's meet new friends and go on a Green Exercise wellness hike, enjoy the nature beauty of Stanford Dish trails for our physical Health and Mental well-being😇

The Dish, also known as the Stanford Dish, is a radio antenna in the Stanford foothills. The 150-foot-diameter dish was built in 1961 by the Stanford Research Institute. The cost to construct the antenna was $4.5 million, and was funded by the United States Air Force.

*COYOTE ALERT: There has been recent coyote activity in this area. Please be mindful of your surroundings.
https://dish.stanford.edu/

The Stanford Dish loop is a popular route for Stanford University students as well as Silicon Valley professionals. The area is named after the large radio telescope that can not be missed. Its steep paved trail is suitable for running, walking, and hiking. Bicycles are not allowed.

Stanford Dish Loop Trail
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/california/stanford-dish-loop-trail
Stanford Dish Loop Nice Hike on paved road. Parking spaces available near the trailhead and nearby streets

*Meet time: 12:30pm and *Hike time 1pm
Stanford Dish Hiking Trailhead
Stanford Dish Hiking Trail, Stanford, CA 94305
https://goo.gl/maps/CCKNWikZHzLjso1K8
*Meet spot: Stanford Avenue @ Junipero Serra near the entrance gate

Level: Moderate+
Distance: 3.9 miles or 6 miles options
Route: Loop
Hike Time estimate: 2-3 hours
Elevation: 550 ft or 825 ft
No shade
No dogs

Bring Smiles for Miles! Water, Snacks, Sun screens
Wear hiking/walking shoes, dress layers...

Optional:
After our hike we can go to dinner in downtown Palo Alto, place TBD...

*Due to limited parking spaces Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message, NOT on the message board, Thanks!
https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/5ye6r8

*Requested contribution suggested the amount of $5-$20 keep the club going!
​*Note: Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. To support/keep our group alive and active, You can help! Dr.Heidi kindly asks for a contribution, accepting in person.
Your contribution will help us cover our costs and make our Meetups going even better.

Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞

*DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system.

*LIABILITY WAIVER: By signing up for the wellness hiking event, you hereby release its organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues.

*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment.

*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary! The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk.

*DISCLAIMER: By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability.

If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time for everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 3.9-6 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to the hiking event.
*Please don't just walk in Thank you for your cooperation!

I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking with you and making good memories together.
Yours in good health! Dr. Heidi💝

❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️
*Three courses available upon request:
https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid
*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you.
*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.

🎉 Happy New Year of the Horse 🏇2026! 🥂🍾
Hello, Ocean Lovers! Join us for a refreshing hike to kick off the new year and start your fitness journey. We'll explore Ocean Hike Point Lobor and enjoy breathtaking views as we leave behind 2025.

Let’s shed the old and embrace the new—together.
As we slither into 2026, let’s embrace the wisdom and transformation that the fire horse brings! Chinese New Year 2026 will be the Year of the Fire Horse, beginning on February 17, 2026, and ending on February 5, 2027. This combination is foretold to be a year of high energy, ambition, and rapid progress, combining the Horse's natural traits with the dynamic qualities of the element fire. This year is all about shedding the old and embracing a healthier, happier version of ourselves—starting with a refreshing hike in nature.

✨ Our 2026 Resolutions: ✨
🌟 Making mindful choices to boost our health and well-being.
🌟 Surrounding ourselves with love, positive energy ⚡, and flowing Qi ☯️.
🌟 Connecting with nature through hikes and green exercise 🥾.
🌟 Growing our social circle with new, like-minded friends 💞.
🌟 Living with intention and embracing life’s full potential 💖🥰.
Let’s make 2026 a year of growth, adventure, and positive change.
Let's start the new year on the right foot!

For the New Year’s Resolution Hike where we’ll step into 2026 with clarity, purpose, and a renewed sense of energy! We’ll climb, laugh, and maybe even share a few transformation stories at the top 🐍.

Here's to a year filled with good health, happiness, and exciting new experiences!

Point Lobos Trail takes you on a coastal adventure along the gorgeous Pacific Ocean just miles south of Carmel-by-the-Sea and a quick drive from San Francisco or Big Sur.

9 Fun Things To Do in Point Lobos
​1. ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF CHINA COVE
2. HIKE THE POINT LOBOS LOOP TRAIL
3. SWIM AT GIBSON BEACH
4. HAVE A PICNIC
5. TOUR THE WHALERS CABIN
6. VIEW THE SEA BIRDS ON BIRD ISLAND
7. KAYAK ALONG THE PACIFIC
8. MEET THE SEA LIONS
9. DIVE INTO THE DEPTHS OF THE OCEAN

*Meet 10:30am front entrance gate near the restrooms
**Hiking time 11am
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
Driving GPS: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YM14hmZRtiE6qYgY7

*Park your car no fee about 0.5 mile -1 miles both sides of the entrance
Pay $10 fee to park your car inside of the park , a long Walk to the front entrance trailhead
*Free park car pass available check out at any city Library,

Level: Moderate+
Length: 7-8 miles
Elevation: 800 ft
Route: Loop
Time: 5 hours
Exposure: Sun
Views: Amazingly Beautiful
No dogs: dogs aren't allowed on this trail
Wear Hiking shoes, By the ocean so wear layers
Bring smiles for miles! Water, lunch, snacks, Sunscreen, Beach Blanket and a sense of adventure!

Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in private message not in the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/zwds0g

*Requested contribution suggested amount of $5-$20 to keep the club going!
​*Note: Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. To support/keep our group alive and active, You can help! Dr.Heidi kindly asks for a contribution.
Your contribution will help us cover our costs and make our Meetups going even better.

Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞

⚠️ Please Read Before Joining:
These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility.
👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining.
Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites.
🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh air, and meaningful connections.

*DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system.

*LIABILITY WAIVER: By signing up for the wellness hiking event, you hereby release its organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues.

*DISCLAIMER: By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability.

*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment.

*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary! The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk.

If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time when you sign up for our event. For everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 7 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to this hiking event.
*Please don't just walk in. Thank you for your cooperation!

I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking/walking with you and making good memories together!
Yours in good health, Dr. Heidi💝

❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️
*Three courses available upon request:
https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid
*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you.
*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.