Where is The WOW Team January 1 - 11, 2009?

January 7 - Meet 6:30 PM at Piedmont Track

January 10 - Meet 9:00 AM for a co-ed "Pacer's 1 Hour Run" at Sawyer Camp

January 10 - Meet 11:00 AM for WOW Team Walkers and Runners at Sawyer Camp

January 10 - Meet 1:00 PM for the "Learn How to Complete A Race Clinic" at Sawyer Camp

January 11 - Meet 8:00 AM at Point Isabel, El Cerrito

January 11 - Meet 10:30 AM at Point Isabel for the "Learn How to Complete A Race Clinic"

Golden Gate Bridge - How to Get There

Golden Gate Bridge - San Francisco
Sunday workouts meet at 8:00 AM at the free parking area below the tourist parking area at the Golden Gate Bridge, south side entrance.

Here are more detailed directions. Follow Hiway 1 or 101 North to the Last San Francisco Exit Immediately before the toll booths, go right at this exit into the Golden Gate Bridge Vista Parking Lot and stay to the right. Exit the parking area and go left on Lincoln Blvd, heading down the hill less than 1/4 mile. The dirt/gravel parking area is to your left. If you get to Long Ave (a street on your left heading to Fort Point) you have gone too far. Turn around and head back up the hill.

From Hiway 1 and 101 South, after crossing the Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco Immediately after the toll booth go right into the west parking area. Go right and right again thru a tunnel to the east parking area described above as the Golden Gate Bridge Vista Parking Lot and keep to the right. Exit the parking area and go left on Lincoln Blvd, heading down the hill less than 1/4 mile. The dirt/gravel parking area is to your left. If you get to Long Ave (a street on your left heading to Fort Point) you have gone too far. Turn around and head back up the hill.

Bathrooms in tourist parking area

Free parking in non-tourist area

Water in tourist parking area

Lots of tourists in tourist parking area!

Where Is The WOW Team the Week of December 1 - 7?

The WOW Team gets around!

This week we're at our regular track workouts on Tuesday at Kezar and Wednesday at Piedmont High school.

Kezar Stadium is on Stanyan, near golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Piedmont Track is just below 301 Wildwood Avenue (Wildwood Elementary School), Piedmont, Calif, 94611. Park on the street and walk down to the track

On Sunday, many of us will be in Sacramento to run The California International Marathon and 4 person relay. You are invited to come up and cheer the team on!

On Sunday we'll also do an informal run at Lake Merritt, Oakland. Be there for 3 miles, 6 miles, or 9 miles if you are training for Kaiser on February 1. This workout may not have a leader, only interested participants.

Lake Merritt - Meet at 8:00 in front of Children’s Fairyland at 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland

Our workouts begin in front of Fairyland. Toilets available. Free parking is available outside on the street (1 block away on Grand Avenue), otherwise there is a $3.00 park fee. Bring your own water.

From San Francisco
Take I-80 E. across Bay Bridge. Merge onto I-580 E toward CA-24/Downtown Oakland/Hayward-Stockton. Take the exit toward Grand Ave. Turn right onto Grand Ave. to 2nd Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Left on Bellevue. Park in front of Fairyland.

From Oakland/Berkeley
Get to Grand Avenue and head toward Fairyland. Pass the first Bellevue Street Sign (one way, end of circuit) at Grand and continue on to the second Bellevue (entry to Fairyland) about 1 mile. Turn right into Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Park in front of Fairyland.

Where Are We The Week of November 24 - 30?

November 24 - 30 Workouts

Tuesday, November 25 - Kezar Track 6:30 PM (Co-ed)

Wednesday, November 26 - Piedmont Track Officially canceled however...(Coach Stephanie will not be at the track. The workout is listed on http://runwalktrain.blogspot.com/

Piedmont Track is just below 301 Wildwood Avenue (Wildwood Elementary School), Piedmont, Calif, 94611. Park on the street and walk down to the track.


Sunday, November 30 - Meet 8:00 AM at Presidio Sports Basement
This weekend's run will be at the SF Marina beginning at Sports Basement. Depending on how far you want to go, you have the option of crossing the Golden Gate Bridge. A nice 3 mile course takes you to Fort Point.

610 Mason Street near Marina Blvd., San Francisco in the Sports Basement Parking lot. Meet at 8:00 Sunday in front of Sports Basement. Park in parking lot in area closest to Marina Blvd, away from the entrance of the store, please.

Toilets, free parking, water on route and some drinking fountains. Gorgeous views (absolutely free!)

From I 80 follow The Embarcadero to Bay Street. Left on Bay and continue to Laguna. Go right on Laguna, past Fort Mason to Marina Blvd. Follow Marina Blvd. going West, past the Yacht Harbor. Keep to the right on Marina Blvd and drive into the Presidio as if going to Crissy Field. Marina becomes Mason. Follow Mason about 1 mile until you arrive at the Sports Basement parking lot. Go left into the lot.

Where Are We the Week of November 17 - 23?

We do the track workouts, same as always.

Tuesday 6:30 PM - Drop-in Track – Kezar – Co-ed Kezar Stadium Directions

Wednesday 6:30 PM – Drop-in Track – Piedmont Hi

Our weekend workouts will include Lake Merced/Ocean Beach/SF on Saturday and Inspiration Point in Berkeley on Sunday. Join us!

Full details below...


Saturday 8:30 AM
Lake Merced, San Francisco - Meet across from the Old Boathouse at Harding Park, just past the entrance to Harding Park on Harding Drive. Hiway 35/Skyline Drive, San Francisco near the junction of Harding Drive and Skyline, the entrance to Harding Park.

Directions From 19th Ave, (Hiway 1) go West on Sloat Blvd, toward the ocean 1.2 miles. Turn slight left onto Skyline Blvd/CA-35 S. After approximately ½ mile turn left into Harding Park (Harding Road) at Lake Merced. Park at the old boathouse.
Toilets, No Parking Fee, Water (in bathrooms and some drinking fountains) Picnic tables and golf course. Dogs OK.

Sunday 8:00 AM
Meet Inspiration Point - Tilden Park, Berkeley at The Nimitz Way Trailhead. Be ready to rock and roll! Toilets and parking are available at no charge. Bring your own water for the run. Dogs OK. When the lot is full, parking is available along the roadside.

This paved trail is popular for its beautiful views and rolling course. There is one challenging hill for anyone going 4 miles or more...

From 580/80 take the Buchanan/Albany Exit. Head east on Buchanan about a half mile to San Pablo Avenue. The street will make a slight jog to the right just before reaching San Pablo. As you cross San Pablo--the street becomes Marin Avenue. Go approximately 2 miles up Marin to Grizzly Peak Blvd. Right on Grizzly Peak, 3/4 mile to Shasta Road. Left on Shasta. Shasta becomes Wildcat Canyon Road, stay right where they intersect. Follow Wildcat Canyon Road for approximately 1 3/4 miles to the Inspiration Point parking lot--on the left.

From Hiway 24, Exit in Orinda at Camino Pablo Road/Moraga Way. Head North on Camino Pablo for approximately 2 1/2 miles. Go left on Wildcat Canyon Road--there is a traffic light at this intersection. Continue up Wildcat Canyon Road for approximately 2 miles to the Inspiration Point parking lot--on the right.

Where Are We the Week of November 10 - 16

November 10 - 16 Workouts

Tuesday, November 11 - Kezar Track 6:30 PM

Wednesday, November 12- Piedmont Track 6:30 PM

Saturday, November 15 -

Meet 7:00 AM OR 8:30 at the trail head of Sawyer Camp Trail Park at Crystal Springs Reservoir for 20 miles (7AM) or 3 miles - 10 miles at 8:30 AM

Sunday, November 16, Meet at the Berkeley Marina 8:00 AM

Berkeley Marina, Sea Breeze Market, 595 University Avenue at Frontage Road
Last time I checked there were porta-potties on site so, we're meeting at the same old place. Please be there and ready to run at 8:00 sharp!

Heading East on I-80 (from South Bay or San Francisco) take Berkeley, University Avenue Exit onto University Avenue. Make first U-turn possible and head back, over the freeway, to the Frontage Road on the bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is to the left.

Heading West on I80 (toward San Francisco)Exit at University Avenue and head toward the Frontage Road on the Bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is at the junction of University and Frontage Road.

The parking lot is small and dirt. We’ll be able to see each other easily.

Amenities include: outhouse style toilets, free parking, water fountains along the routes, market with food and drinks

Note: One of our group members had her car window smashed and her wallet stolen. Avoid bringing valuables and keep them out of sight.

Where Are We The Week Of November 3 - 9, 2008?

November 3 - 9, 2008

Nov. 4 - Track Workout at Kezar Stadium - 6:30 PM

Nov. 5 - Track Workout at Piedmont Hi - 6:30 PM

November 8 - Golden Gate Bridge - San Francisco
Meet 8:30 at the free parking area below the tourist parking area at the Golden Gate Bridge, south side entrance. Here are more detailed directions. Follow Hiway 1 or 101 North to the Last San Francisco Exit Immediately before the toll booths, go right at this exit into the Golden Gate Bridge Vista Parking Lot and stay to the right. Exit the parking area and go left on Lincoln Blvd, heading down the hill less than 1/4 mile. The dirt/gravel parking area is to your left. If you get to Long Ave (a street on your left heading to Fort Point) you have gone too far. Turn around and head back up the hill. From Hiway 1 and 101 South, after crossing the Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco Immediately after the toll booth go right into the west parking area. Go right and right again thru a tunnel to the east parking area described above as the Golden Gate Bridge Vista Parking Lot and keep to the right. Exit the parking area and go left on Lincoln Blvd, heading down the hill less than 1/4 mile. The dirt/gravel parking area is to your left. If you get to Long Ave (a street on your left heading to Fort Point) you have gone too far. Turn around and head back up the hill.

• Bathrooms in tourist parking area
• Free parking in non-tourist area
• Water in tourist parking area
• Lots of tourists in tourist parking area!
  
  

November 9, We're at Point Isabel, El Cerrito

Note new starting time at 8:00!!

Meet at 8:00 AM in the cul de sac in front of the Mud Puppy Cafe. Look for the group at the entrance to the bike/pedestrian path away from the dog walking area.

From I80 (in either direction) take Central Avenue exit and head toward the bay. Go all the way to the end of Central and take a right on Isabel and follow it to the parking lot at the end (about 1/4 mile or less). We will meet in front of Mud Puppy's. Toilets, Free Parking, Drinking fountains, picnic tables, and a cafe are right there. Always be prepared for the weather with layers.

November 9, OOPS! We're not at Inspiration Point

Locations for our workouts for the week of Oct 27 - Nov. 2

Sunday, November 2 - Meet at 9:00 at the Harbor Bay Ferry Landing in Alameda
Directions to Alameda Ferry Landing
Meet Alameda Ferry Landing Parking Lot at Mecartney/Harbor Bay Parkway Meet at 9:00 in front of Ferry Station Toilets, free parking, water available From Berkeley and San Francisco Follow directions to Robert Crown Memorial State Beach until you get to Otis Street. Turn left on Otis instead of entering Robert Crown Memorial State Beach. Stay on Otis for approximately 2 ½ miles, crossing the Bay Farm Bridge. Take the first Right on Island. Follow Island approximately 1 mile to Mecartney. Go Right on Mecartney and follow all the way to the end. Turn Left into the ferry landing parking lot. From San Jose 880 North, Exit Davis Street, turn left on Davis at end of exit, Right on Doolittle Drive, Stay on Doolittle to Otis. Go left on Island. Follow Island approximately 1 mile to Mecartney. Go Right on Mecartney and follow all the way to the end. Turn Left into the ferry landing parking lot.

This Bay Trail Link offers a great map of several sections of the trail that we use. Enjoy! http://baytrail.abag.ca.gov/maps/East_Bay.pdf

Please be there and ready to run at 9:00 sharp!

Where Are We October 13 - 19? Track, Lake Merritt and Nike in SF

Hello all!

This week we start training for the CIM Relay and the Kaiser Half Marathon. In addition, we will cheer on our team mates at the Nike Women's Marathon on Sunday, October 19.

Here's the lineup for the week:

Tuesday, October 14
Track workout at Kezar Stadium, 6:30 PM
Details? Go to http://fitness.meetup.com/983/calendar/8856861/

Wednesday, October 15
Track Workout at Piedmont High School, 6:30 PM
Come to both weekend locations or join us at one or the other. We will be walking/running both days.

Saturday, October 1
Lake Merritt, Meet at 9:00 in front of Children’s Fairyland at 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland

Our workouts begin in front of Fairyland. Toilets available. Free parking is available outside on the street (1 block away on Grand Avenue), otherwise there is a $3.00 park fee. Bring your own water.

From San Francisco
Take I-80 E. across Bay Bridge. Merge onto I-580 E toward CA-24/Downtown Oakland/Hayward-Stockton. Take the exit toward Grand Ave. Turn right onto Grand Ave. to 2nd Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Left on Bellevue. Park in front of Fairyland.

From Oakland/Berkeley
Get to Grand Avenue and head toward Fairyland. Pass the first Bellevue Street Sign (one way, end of circuit) at Grand and continue on to the second Bellevue (entry to Fairyland) about 1 mile. Turn right into Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Park in front of Fairyland.

Sunday, October 19
Cheer on your pals who are running Nike!
Meet 8:00 AM at the beach sidewalk at Fulton and Great Hiway. This is where the race turns into the park. We'll root for all the runners who go by and will jump in to pace our own WOW Team members when they come through. We can also get in a run along the beach if we don't join in the mayhem of the race or stick around at the finish line. The running this day will be very casual. The main goal is to CHEER!

Walk/Run Locations and Workouts, October 6 - 12

Tuesday, October 7
Track workout at Kezar Stadium, 6:30 PM
Details? Go to http://fitness.meetup.com/983/calendar/8856861/

Wednesday, October 8
Track Workout at Piedmont High School, 6:30 PM
Details? Go to http://fitness.meetup.com/983/calendar/8857316/

October 11
Sports Basement, in the Presidio, has it all. We can workout in the beauty of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco Marina and shop afterwards for any extra sports needs. We have
WOW Team Discount Coupons just for us!

We meet at the picnic tables in front of the store at 8:30AM. Follow this meetup link for details http://fitness.meetup.com/983/calendar/8857593/

Don't forget we have a meeting afterwards if you are interested in training for the Kaiser Half Marathon on February1, 2009. Training starts next week.

October 12
Inspiration Point, Tilden Park, Berkeley. Follow this meetup link for details
http://fitness.meetup.com/983/calendar/8853351/

Meet at 8:00 for Kaiser Training Details. The run starts at 9:00 AM.

The course will include: 3 miles/30 minutes - Always! Every weekend

60 minutes for the 5K/10K Trainees

12 miles for the CIM Marathon Trainees

Next week (October 13) we start training officially for the CIM Relays AND The Kaiser Half Marathon on February 1, 2009. Need training schedules? Go to Start training for the CIM Relay or the Kaiser Half Marathon

Walk/Run Locations and Workouts for this Week Sept 29 - October 5, 2008

This should be a fun week with lots of stuff going on. The group meets:

• Tuesday, September 30 for drop-in track workouts at Kezar in San Francisco at 6:30 PM
• Wednesday, October 1 for drop-in track workouts at Piedmont Hi in Piedmont at 6:30PM
• Saturday, October 4, run 3 - 14 miles at Sawyer Camp (San Mateo) at 8:30 AM
• Sunday, October 5, walk/run 3 - 14 miles at the Harbor Bay Ferry Landing in Alameda at 9:00 AM
  
  Directions to Sawyer Camp
  Meet 8:30 at the trail head of Sawyer Camp Trail Park at Crystal Springs Reservoir
  
  To Sawyer Park Trail South Entrance in San Mateo - From I-280 (north or south) take Black Mountain Road/Hayne Road Exit. Go west to Skyline Blvd., then south on Skyline one mile to trail entrance at the junction of Skyline Blvd. and Crystal Springs Road.
  
  Park on the shoulder of the road but be careful to note the "parking signs" and not to park where it is not allowed.
  
  http://www.co.sanmateo.ca.us/smc/department/home/0,,5556687_12305993_12328403,00.html
  
  Bathrooms and water are available. The best thing about this site is that every 1/2 mile is marked!
  
  Directions to Alameda Ferry Landing
  Meet Alameda Ferry Landing Parking Lot at Mecartney/Harbor Bay Parkway
  Meet at 9:00 in front of Ferry Station
  Toilets, free parking, water available
  
  From Berkeley and San Francisco Follow directions to Robert Crown Memorial State Beach until you get to Otis Street. Turn left on Otis instead of entering Robert Crown Memorial State Beach. Stay on Otis for approximately 2 ½ miles, crossing the Bay Farm Bridge. Take the first Right on Island. Follow Island approximately 1 mile to Mecartney. Go Right on Mecartney and follow all the way to the end. Turn Left into the ferry landing parking lot.
  
  From San Jose 880 North, Exit Davis Street, turn left on Davis at end of exit, Right on Doolittle Drive, Stay on Doolittle to Otis. Go left on Island. Follow Island approximately 1 mile to Mecartney. Go Right on Mecartney and follow all the way to the end. Turn Left into the ferry landing parking lot.
  
  This Bay Trail Link offers a great map of several sections of the trail that we use. Enjoy! http://baytrail.abag.ca.gov/maps/East_Bay.pdf

Walk/Run Locations and Workouts for this Week

Week of September 22 – 28

Tuesday 6:30 PM - Drop-in Track – Kezar

Wednesday 6:30 PM – Drop-in Track – Piedmont Hi

Saturday 8:30 AM - AAR/WOW - Lake Merced - 1 hour co-ed hill workout or long run of 13 milesLake Merced – Hiway 35/Skyline Drive, San Francisco

Meet at 8:30 at the junction of Harding Drive and Skyline, the entrance to Harding Park.
Sunday 9:00 AM - WOW Team - Point Isabel, El Cerrito/Richmond – All women
Always be prepared for the weather with layers.

Maintenance Distance = 3 miles
US 10K = 55 minute run
US 1/2 Marathon = 12 miles
CIM Marathon = 13 miles

Walk/Run Locations for the week

Week of September 15 – 21
Tuesday 6:30 PM - Drop-in Track – Kezar – Co-ed Kezar Stadium Directions

Wednesday 6:30 PM – Drop-in Track – Piedmont Hi – Co-ed

Saturday 8:30 AM AAR/WOW - Ocean Beach - Co-ed

Sunday 9:00 AM - WOW Team - All Women
UN Race for Peace 5 & 10K, Berkeley Marina. Discount for registration at http://theweeklypeptalk.com/

Walk/Run SF Presidio and GG Bridge Sat or Sunday Sept. 13 or 14, 2008

This weekend's run will be at the SF Marina beginning at Sports Basement. Depending on how far you want to go, you have the option of crossing the Golden Gate Bridge. A nice 3 mile course takes you to Fort Point.

Walk/Run Tilden this Sunday, September 7, 2008

Calling All Women!
We're walking and/or running 3 miles through 12 miles. Join us!

Meet Inspiration Point - Tilden Park, Berkeley at The Nimitz Way Trailhead

Time: 9:00 AM
Be ready to rock and roll! Toilets and parking are available at no charge. Bring your own water for the run. When the lot is full, parking is available along the roadside.

This paved trail is popular for its beautiful views and rolling course. There is one challenging hill for anyone going 4 miles or more...

From 580/80 take the Buchanan/Albany Exit. Head east on Buchanan about a half mile to San Pablo Avenue. The street will make a slight jog to the right just before reaching San Pablo. As you cross San Pablo--the street becomes Marin Avenue. Go approximately 2 miles up Marin to Grizzly Peak Blvd. Right on Grizzly Peak, 3/4 mile to Shasta Road. Left on Shasta. Shasta becomes Wildcat Canyon Road, stay right where they intersect. Follow Wildcat Canyon Road for approximately 1 3/4 miles to the Inspiration Point parking lot--on the left.

From Hiway 24, Exit in Orinda at Camino Pablo Road/Moraga Way. Head North on Camino Pablo for approximately 2 1/2 miles. Go left on Wildcat Canyon Road--there is a traffic light at this intersection. Continue up Wildcat Canyon Road for approximately 2 miles to the Inspiration Point parking lot--on the right.
Map Link

Co-ed Run at Sawyer Camp Saturday, September 6, 2008

Co-ed Run from 3 - 12 miles

Meet 8:30 at the trail head of Sawyer Camp Trail Park at Crystal Springs Reservoir

To Sawyer Park Trail South Entrance in San Mateo - From I-280 (north or south) take Black Mountain Road/Hayne Road Exit. Go west to Skyline Blvd., then south on Skyline one mile to trail entrance at the junction of Skyline Blvd. and Crystal Springs Road.

Park on the shoulder of the road but be careful to note the "parking signs" and not to park where it is not allowed.

http://www.co.sanmateo.ca.us/smc/department/home/0,,5556687_12305993_12328403,00.html

Bathrooms and water are available. The best thing about this site is that every 1/2 mile is marked!

Walk/Run Cesar Chavez Park Berkeley, Sunday, August 31, 2008

Join us for a fun walk/run this weekend, Sunday, August 31 for a 5K or 10K course. Everyone is welcome and every finisher gets a ribbon!

Limited to the first 100 participants. Pre-register by notifying Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com We'll put you on the roster. See you Sunday!

Meet Cesar Chavez Park at the Berkeley Marina
9:00 AM
11 Spinnaker Wy
Berkeley, CA 94710

Bathrooms(outhouses), free parking, some drinking fountains along the way, views!

Paste this link into your browser for driving assistance
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The Route

Walk/Run Golden Gate Park, Sunday, August 17, 2008

Meet 9th Ave and JFK Boulevard in Golden Gate Park, near the De Young Museum, at junction of JFK and Concourse Blvd. 9:00 AM.

Access Golden Gate Park via 9th Ave. and Fulton Streets. There is no parking in the Park on Sunday. Park on Fulton and walk 1 block into JFK (John F. Kennedy Drive).

Water and bathrooms are available along the route. Dress in layers.

Training Distances:
Always 3 miles at your pace! 5K Walkers, this is your goal for the day
CIM Marathoners - run 9 miles
5K Intermediate - run 60 minutes with hills
5K Novice/Beginner Runners - run/walk 50 minutes

All participants will start off with a brisk 5 minute WALK as warm-up. At that time we will break into our specific training programs and finish the workout which ends with a 5 minute WALK for EVERYONE!


Routes via MapMyRun.com



http://www.mapmyrun.com/route/us/ca/san%20francisco/532861634617

Walk/Run Pt. Isabel, Sunday, August 10, 2008

East Bay – Point Isabel, Richmond

Note - this is a change from our prior meeting spot (less than a mile) at Point Isabel

Meet at 9:00 in the cul de sac in front of the Mud Puppy Cafe. From I80 (in either direction) take Central Avenue exit and head toward the bay. Go all the way to the end of Central and take a right on Isabel and follow it to the parking lot at the end (about 1/4 mile or less). We will meet in front of Mud Puppy's.

Toilets, Free Parking, Drinking fountains, picnic tables, and a cafe are right there.

Always be prepared for the weather with layers.

Walk/Run Lazarex Lake Merrit 5K/10K, Sunday August 3, 2008

Be there or be square!

Remember, this is our Sunday workout for August 3. Sign up and get a group discount by entering the code "Club 08".

For race information, use this link. Sign up now!
Lazarex Hope in Motion 5K&10K Run/Walk on August 3, 2008 http://www.onyourmarkevents.com/Applications/HopeInMotion.pdfUse our "Club 08"

We will be meeting as a group at our regular run spot at 7:30 to cheer each other on.

Meet

• In front of Fairyland
• At 7:30 AM
• Have your bib and all registration details completed before 7:30

Walk/Run Berkeley Marina July 27, 2008

Berkeley Marina, Sea Breeze Market, 595 University Avenue at Frontage Road
Click here for Map Quest Link

Last time I checked there were porta-potties on site so, we're meeting at the same old place. Please be there and ready to run at 9:00 sharp!

Heading East on I-80 (from South Bay or San Francisco) take Berkeley, University Avenue Exit onto University Avenue. Make first U-turn possible and head back, over the freeway, to the Frontage Road on the bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is to the left.

Heading West on I80 (toward San Francisco)Exit at University Avenue and head toward the Frontage Road on the Bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is at the junction of University and Frontage Road. The parking lot is small and dirt. We’ll be able to see each other easily.

Amenities include: outhouse style toilets, free parking, water fountains along the routes, market with food and drinks

Note: One of our group members had her car window smashed and her wallet stolen. Avoid bringing valuables and keep them out of sight.

Walk/Run Sports Basement SF - Crissy Field

610 Mason Street near Marina Blvd., San Francisco. Meet at 9:00 for run/walk in front of Sports Basement.

Park in parking lot in area closest to Marina Blvd, away from the entrance of the store, please. Toilets, free parking, water on route and some drinking fountains. Gorgeous views (absolutely free!)

From I 80 follow The Embarcadero to Bay Street. Left on Bay and continue to Laguna. Go right on Laguna, past Fort Mason to Marina Blvd. Follow Marina Blvd. going West, past the Yacht Harbor. Keep to the right on Marina Blvd and drive into the Presidio as if going to Crissy Field. Marina becomes Mason. Follow Mason about 1 mile until you arrive at the Sports Basement parking lot. Go left into the lot.

Run/Walk Lake Merritt - Oakland on July 14, 2008

Run/Walk Ferry Landing - Alameda, July 6, 2008

Ferry Landing
Meet Alameda Ferry Landing Parking Lot at Mecartney/Shoreline
Meet at 9:00 in front of Ferry Station
Toilets, free parking, water available

From Berkeley and San Francisco Follow directions to Robert Crown Memorial State Beach until you get to Otis Street. Turn left on Otis instead of entering Robert Crown Memorial State Beach. Stay on Otis for approximately 2 ½ miles, crossing the Bay Farm Bridge. Take the first Right on Island. Follow Island approximately 1 mile to Mecartney. Go Right on Mecartney and follow all the way to the end. Turn Left into the ferry landing parking lot.

From San Jose 880 North, Exit Davis Street, turn left on Davis at end of exit, Right on Doolittle Drive, Stay on Doolittle to Otis. Go left on Island. Follow Island approximately 1 mile to Mecartney. Go Right on Mecartney and follow all the way to the end. Turn Left into the ferry landing parking lot.

This Bay Trail Link offers a great map of several sections of the trail that we use. Enjoy! http://baytrail.abag.ca.gov/maps/East_Bay.pdf

Run/Walk/Picnic at Tilden Park on Sunday, June 29

Meeting spot: Wildcat Creek Trail, East Bay Regional Parks, Oakland - Tilden Park
Time: 9:00 AM Be ready to rock and roll!

Water, toilets, and parking are available at no charge

Directions to Wildcat Creek Trail are from the East Bay Regional Parks -- Tilden Park website. If you get lost, follow signs within Tilden Park to the Nature Area or Little Farm.

From Hwy 80 East
Take the University Avenue exit in Berkeley. Follow University toward the hills, turn left onto Oxford St. Turn right onto Rose St. Turn left onto Spruce St. Follow Spruce up the hill, you will reach a stop sign at the top of the hill, proceed through the intersection and turn immediately left down Canon Dr. At the bottom of Canon, veer left onto Central Park Drive and follow into the parking lot for the Nature Area.

North of Berkeley
If you live north of Berkeley, you can take the Buchanan St./Albany exit off of 80, and turn toward the hills off of the exit ramp. Buchanan turns into Marin. Marin goes up up up, around the Marin Circle, and up into the hills. Turn left on Spruce and follow directions below. When you get to the very top of the hill, you will see Tilden Park in front of you. Cross the intersection and immediately turn left onto Canon.

From Hwy 24
Exit at Fish Ranch Road. Take Fish Ranch Road to Grizzly Peak Blvd and turn right. Continue on Grizzly Peak Blvd. until you come to the intersection of Spruce Street, Wildcat Canyon Road and Canon Drive. Turn right on Wildcat Canyon Rd, then immediately make a sharp left down Canon Drive. At the bottom of the hill, veer left onto Central Park Drive and follow into the parking lot for the Nature Area.

Meet At Point Isabel - Richmond

Point Isabel
Meet 8:00 for the clinic or 9:00 for our regular walk/run in the public parking lot at the entrance

From I80 (in either direction) take Central Avenue exit and head toward the bay. Go right on Rydin and follow it about 1/4 mile to the parking lot at the end. We will meet at the entrance of the lot, the end of the cul de sac. Portable Toilets, Free Parking , Water

Meet At Berkeley Marina - Sea Breeze Market

Berkeley Marina, Sea Breeze Market, 595 University Avenue at Frontage Road Click here for Map Quest Link

Please check with us on this location. We are probably going to change. Thanks!

Heading East on I-80 (from South Bay or San Francisco) take Berkeley, University Avenue Exit onto University Avenue. Make first U-turn possible and head back, over the freeway, to the Frontage Road on the bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is to the left.

Heading West on I80 (toward San Francisco)Exit at University Avenue and head toward the Frontage Road on the Bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is at the junction of University and Frontage Road. The parking lot is small and dirt. We’ll be able to see each other easily.

• Toilets
• Free Parking
• Water fountains along the routes
• Market with food and drinks
• Note: One of our group members had her car window smashed and her wallet stolen. Avoid bringing valuables and keep them out of sight.

Starbucks, San Francisco For The Bay To Breakers

Bay to Breakers, here we come! Whether you are registered or not, please come to cheer on our festive AAR Members who will be participating in this event.

Meet at 74 New Montgomery, downtown San Francisco, in front of Starbucks. This will be one of our annual events. Start planning for 2009. Always the third Sunday in May. See the article in http://altbgo.blogspot.com for a 2008 review.

Come cheer on the gals and participate in the celebration. See The Weekly Pep Talk for full details.

Robert Crown Memorial State Beach - Alameda

Meet at Park Entrance at 8th Street and Otis. We will start our run/walk at 9:00 promptly
Map www.ebparks.org/files/EBRPD_files/brochure/crown_map.pdf

Toilets, parking entry fee $5.00 (free parking is available on side streets), water (in bathrooms, not confirmed if potable)

From San Francisco
80/Bay Bridge towards Oakland, Exit 880 South towards San Jose and Alameda, Take 2nd exit on Broadway/Alameda, Turn right at end of exit onto 5th. Follow signs, Travel through 1 light, then bear right towards Broadway/Alameda. Stay on 5th. Follow signs. Travel through 5 lights, then follow sign for a soft left to Alameda (less than 1 mile). Left on Central (continue to follow rte 61, Turn right on 8th (continue to follow rte 61, Turn right at Otis into Crown Memorial State Beach

From Berkeley
980 W towards downtown Oakland, 880 South, exit toward Jackson Street, travel 1 mile, Left on Jackson Street (you are looping around to get into the tunnel), Left on 8th Street, Left on Webster, Go thru tunnel, Follow route 61/Webster Street through Alameda (less than 1 mile), Left on Central, Right on 8th, Turn right at Otis into Crown Memorial State Beach

From San Jose
880 North, Exit Davis Street, turn left on Davis at end of exit, Right on Doolittle Drive, Stay on Doolittle for 3.6 miles, Stay right to go over the Bay Farm Island Bridge, Stay on Otis for 2 miles Cross 8th Street to head directly into Crown Memorial State Beach.

Golden Gate Bridge San Francisco

Golden Gate Bridge - San Francisco
Meet 9:00 at the free parking area below the tourist parking area at the Golden Gate Bridge, south side entrance.

Here are more detailed directions.
Follow Hiway 1 or 101 North to the Last San Francisco Exit
Immediately before the toll booths, go right at this exit into the Golden Gate Bridge Vista Parking Lot and stay to the right. Exit the parking area and go left on Lincoln Blvd, heading down the hill less than 1/4 mile. The dirt/gravel parking area is to your left. If you get to Long Ave (a street on your left heading to Fort Point) you have gone too far. Turn around and head back up the hill.

From Hiway 1 and 101 South, after crossing the Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco
Immediately after the toll booth go right into the west parking area. Go right and right again thru a tunnel to the east parking area described above as the Golden Gate Bridge Vista Parking Lot and keep to the right. Exit the parking area and go left on Lincoln Blvd, heading down the hill less than 1/4 mile. The dirt/gravel parking area is to your left. If you get to Long Ave (a street on your left heading to Fort Point) you have gone too far. Turn around and head back up the hill.

• Bathrooms in tourist parking area
• Free parking in non-tourist area
• Water in tourist parking area
• Lots of tourists in tourist parking area!

Run/Walk Point Isabel in Richmond

East Bay – Point Isabel, Richmond
Meet at 9:00 in the cul de sac just before entering the parking lot.

From I80 (in either direction) take Central Avenue exit and head toward the bay. Go right on Rydin and follow it to the parking lot at the end (about 1/4 mile or less). We will meet in the cul de sac, near the trail and porta potties.

• Toilets (porta potties)
• Free Parking
• Water from faucets for dogs)
• Human drinking fountains

Run/Walk McLaren Lodge - Golden Gate Park

San Francisco - McLaren Lodge, Golden Gate Park
Meet in front of the lodge near the junction of Fell and Stanyan Streets in Golden Gate Park. On Sunday you can actually park in back of the building if you enter from Stanyan, going south.

The park is closed to traffic on Sunday so parking has to be around the perimeter. Give yourself a little time to park and walk to the starting point.

FYI - This elegant building was built in 1896 to house John McLaren. It is also one of the oldest Mission-style structures in the City. Today, it houses a park information center and an ornate, classic meeting room. Open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (415) 831-2700.Toilets nearbyPark closed to cars on Sunday. Must park on side streets. No charge for parking meters on Sundays.Water (in bathrooms and some drinking fountains)Near the SF Conservatory of Flowers, The De Young Museum, and more.