Events

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

We meet at the Flamingoes inside the main gate around 11am then usually head down to the Children's Zoo

Free concerts at Moraga Commons

Concession Stand

Beer and Wine welcome

Fun for the kids

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

Come on out for our standing play date at the Civic Center Park in Walnut Creek. Occasionally we end the day with a visit to the Walnut Creek Baking Company for cookies.

Rain cancels.

Who: all dads

What: drinking and eating

Where: Jupiter in Berkeley

Why: why not?

When: Friday July 18th.

Time: after the kiddies go to bed until the last BART train leaves

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

Who: all dads

What: drinking and eating

Where: Jupiter in Berkeley

Why: why not?

When: Friday July 18th.

Time: after the kiddies go to bed until the last BART train leaves

Grateful Dads – East Bay Chapter
Hike # 51
Joaquin Miller Park
Bayview/Sequoia Trail
Saturday, July 19, 2008, 9:00am – 11:30am
 
Joaquin Miller park is a City of Oakland park, but most of the time you’ll feel like you were anywhere but in the city.  The trails in this park vary from those with magnificent Bay views to those which delve deep into cool dark canyons.  During the rainy period the streams through the park can swell, and will provide a welcome background noise for the hike.  Be prepared though, because within a week after a good rain, the trails can be quite muddy, so wear good hiking boots.  We’ll start out at the ranger station/community center parking lot (see map and directions on next page), then we’ll climb up towards the Bayview/Sequoia Trail through a canyon.  This trail winds around for about a mile, then heads back down toward another canyon.  Near the end of the hike is a big grassy meadow where the kids can run around.  A picnic lunch back by the meeting area will cap off the hike.  This 3.5 mile loop hike is easy, with about 500 feet in elevation change.  Park elevation ranges from about 800 feet to 1,500 feet.  The hike starts at about 1,090 feet, climbs to 1,350 feet, and descends to 930 feet before climbing back to the trailhead.
 
SCHEDULE:
9:00am SHARP – meet up and head out.  If you’re late…catch up to us!
11:00am-11:30am – Picnic lunch.
(bring whatever you want, even coolers, since we’ll be eating next to our cars)
 
(map #s refer to map in attached PDF document)
 
Map#   Mile:
1          0.0       Start out from the community center and walk on Sanborn Drive back toward
                        Joaquin Miller Road.
2          0.1       At a yellow gate turn left. Ignore the side trail to the left and walk straight down
                                    the main path, Sunset Trail.
3          0.2       Signed 3-way junction. Take the middle path (uphill) to remain on Sunset Trail.
4          0.2       Sunset Loop Trail departs to the left. Continue straight on Sunset Trail.
5          0.3       A path breaks off to the right, across the creekbed, while Sunset presses on
                                    uphill.  Continue straight, following the sign "to Sequoia Bayview Trail."
6          0.6       Junction. Turn left onto Sequoia Bayview Trail.
7          1.2       Signed junction with Big Trees Trail. Continue straight on Sequoia Bayview
Trail.
8          1.4       Signed two-part junction with Fern Ravine Trail.  Continue on Sequoia Bayview
Trail, which turns to the left.
9          1.5       Signed junction with Wild Rose Trail.  Continue straight on Sequoia Bayview
Trail.
10        1.7       A signed trail to the right shortcuts the route to Sequoia Arena. Continue straight
on Sequoia Bayview Trail.
11        2.0       Junction. Turn left onto Chaparral Trail.  Beware of mountain bikes.  We were
almost taken out a couple of times by bikers roaring down the hill.
12        2.3       Junction. Turn left onto Sunset Trail.
13        2.4       Sunset Trail meets Palos Colorado Trail. Turn right onto Palos Colorado.
14        2.8       Junction near (shuttered) Sinawik Cabin and at the confluence of two creeks.
Cross the bridge and turn left onto Sinawik Trail.
15        3.1       Junction. Turn right onto Sunset Trail. (over bridge)
16        3.2       Unsigned junction. Continue straight (right) into the meadow. Follow a thin path
running the length of the meadow.
17        3.4       Near the end of the meadow, take the small trail going up the right side to the
gate at Sanborn Drive, then turn right and retrace your steps back to the trailhead.
18        3.5       Back at the Community Center.
 
DIRECTIONS
From Castro Valley, take I-580 north to Highway 13.  Follow Highway 13 north to Joaquin Miller Road.  Follow Joaquin Miller Road east (right) to Sanborn Drive.  There are two entrances for Sanborn Drive – go past the first one, which is usually gated.  Turn left into the park at the second one.  The ranger station/community center are on the left just a short drive into the park.  We will meet in the parking lot between these two buildings at 9:00am SHARP.  Look for my green/tan Subaru Outback wagon.  We will have a picnic lunch at this location at the end of the hike.
 
ANY QUESTIONS:
EMAIL: amueller@uspropertyadvisors.com
Allen Mueller (510)432-8322 (cell)        WEB:  www.gratefuldads.com

Baby Loves Disco found a new location for the East Bay and this Saturday is their last event for the summer.

If you've never been, it's a good time-- lots of '80's dance music, cash bar and free snacks for the kids.

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

Hap Magee in Danville

Fun for the whole family can be found at Hap Magee Ranch Park. The 17-acre park has walking trails, picnic areas, a children's play area, and a dog park.

The dog park is "off-leash" no less, so if you've ever considered bring your pooch a Monday Playgroup this would be the one.

Features:
Public BBQ Pit
Public Picnic Table
Public Sand Volleyball
Restroom Access

the grilling is ON.

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

We meet at the Flamingoes inside the main gate around 11am then usually head down to the Children's Zoo

Free concerts at Moraga Commons

Concession Stand

Beer and Wine welcome

Fun for the kids

6:30pm - 8:30pm

parking in easy

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

Toddler Time on the Trails

An East Bay Parks sponsored event with stories, songs and a pint-sized hike.

Costs $6 for residents and $8 for non-residents.

Meet at the Nature Area

TODDLERS EXPLORE NATURE

12:30-1:15pm, Saturday, July 26
Naturalist Nancy
Songs, puppets, a tree costume and outdoor exploration allow discovery of trees and the creatures who rely upon them. We’ll end with a quiet, calming story. (1-4yrs)
For information: (510) 521-6887

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

San Francisco Giants Coca-Cola Fan Lot

Meet inside at the slides around 10:30am

Lunch at Red's Java House unless the vendors are open in the stadium.

Fans can visit Coca-Cola Fan Lot at no charge for ticket holders on game days and at no cost on selected non-game days for the entire community. The attraction features special slides, a mini-version of AT&T Park, giant baseball glove, Fantasy Photo booth, Make Your Own Lou Seal Workshop and a mezzanine level offering great views of the game, as well as downtown San Francisco, the Bay Bridge and San Francisco Bay.

Coca-Cola Fan Lot is a family attraction -- open year-round -- that celebrates Giants baseball and the fun of a game by allowing fans to feel what it's like to run the bases, play the game and enjoy the timeless icons of baseball. It is a one-of-a-kind attraction that can't be found anywhere else in the world, designed specifically for AT&T Park, the Giants, baseball fans and the community to enhance a day at the ballpark.
 

	FAN LOT HOURS
		When the team is out of town the Coca-Cola Fan Lot is open during these days/hours: Sept. - May - Saturday & Sunday - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm June, July, August - Daily - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

We meet at the Flamingoes inside the main gate around 11am then usually head down to the Children's Zoo

Free concerts at Moraga Commons

Concession Stand

Beer and Wine welcome

Fun for the kids

6:30pm - 8:30pm

parking in easy

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

Point Pinole

There are beautiful views of Mt. Tamalpais, the Marin shoreline, and San Pablo Bay with its sailboat and shipping traffic.

Standard EBD grilling protocol. Check the Discussion Forums to see who's bringing what.

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

We meet at the Flamingoes inside the main gate around 11am then usually head down to the Children's Zoo

Free concerts at Moraga Commons

Concession Stand

Beer and Wine welcome

Fun for the kids

6:30pm - 8:30pm

parking in easy

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

Pool Party!!

                Join us for the 2nd Annual EBD End of Summer pool party at Randy's house in Lafayette. See the Discussion Forum for details.

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

We meet at the Flamingoes inside the main gate around 11am then usually head down to the Children's Zoo

Free concerts at Moraga Commons

Concession Stand

Beer and Wine welcome

Fun for the kids

6:30pm - 8:30pm

parking in easy

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/

Grateful Dads,

I hope that you and your family and friends can join us for our annual hike at Tilden Park.  This is one of our special “family/friends” events, so we can get acquainted with the moms as well.  As the name implies, you are also encouraged to bring your friends to this event as well.  There are plenty of activities up at Tilden Park, including the “Little Farm”, the carousel and the steam trains.  I have attached a PDF with more detail as well as a map to this email.  Below you’ll find the text portion of the flyer for this hike.  Also attached to this email is our 2008 hike schedule so that you can make sure that you have the dates marked on your calendar for future Grateful Dads hikes.  Please be sure to visit the Grateful Dads web site at www.gratefuldads.com for information on our hikes, other chapters’ hikes in the Bay Area, and useful information about hiking with your children.  

See you on the trails!

Best Regards,

Allen

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Grateful Dads – East Bay Chapter

Hike #52 – FAMILY/FRIENDS HIKE!

Tilden Regional Park

Wildcat Gorge Trail and Lake Anza

Saturday, August 16, 2008, 9:00am

Most people think of Tilden Park as a place to take the kids.  The park has pony rides, a carousel, a miniature steam train, a swimming beach at Lake Anza, a farm and lots of other diversions to keep the children occupied and happy.  The LONE OAK picnic site will be the meeting area (see directions on next page).  Our hike will start by following the Wildcat Gorge Trail towards Lake Anza.  We will go around the lake and wind up opposite from the swim beach on some large rocky outcroppings.  Here we’ll take a snack break before finishing the trip around the lake.  We then head back down the Wildcat Gorge Trail back to the Lone Oak picnic site.  The entire hike is about 3.0 miles, will last about 2.5-3.0 hours, and will be capped off with a picnic lunch back at the Lone Oak picnic area.  Please bring your own lunch, as none will be provided.  After lunch let the children explore the fun amusement activities of this wonderful park.

SCHEDULE:

9:00am SHARP – meet up and head out.  If you’re late…catch up to us!

12:00pm-1:00pm – Picnic lunch at the LONE OAK picnic area

(bring whatever you want, even coolers, since we’ll be eating next to our cars)

(PLEASE REMEMBER – LUNCH IS NOT PROVIDED)

1:00pm-? – Enjoy the park’s amusement activities with your children

DIRECTIONS

Take I-580 to Highway 13.  Go north to Highway 24.  Go east on Highway 24 to Fish Ranch Rd.  At Fish Ranch Rd, go north to Grizzly Peak Rd.  Take a right on Grizzly Peak Rd.  Turn right and enter the park on South Park Rd.  Turn left on Wildcat Canyon Rd.

Wildcat Canyon Rd. winds around the edge of the park, and then you make a right turn on Central Park Rd.  Take Central Park Rd. past the Carousel, then turn right on Lone Oak Road and procede to the picnic site just across the small bridge.  We’ll meet here at 9:00am SHARP, and head out.  If late, just catch up!

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS:

Contact:  Allen Mueller   amueller@uspropertyadvisors.com   OR  (510)432-8322 (cell)

RSVP IS NOT REQUIRED for this hike.  ALSO: Check out the Grateful Dads web site at www.gratefuldads.com

$1 to park, $1 to get in, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs

And there are horses for the kiddies to look at.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/