Meeting Place: John Muir School - 2955 Claremont Ave. (near Ashby Ave.) , Berkeley
Transit: AC transit #9 or #51
Meet Sandy Friedland 510 655-5773 at 9:45 a.m. for a challenging, fast-paced walk on the hilly streets and stair paths toward Grizzly Peak Blvd. Along the way, walkers will climb about 1,400 feet and cover parts of the Claremont, Grandview, and Claremont Heights neighborhoods as well as some of Hiller Highlands. Sandy also will point out the trailheads of Garber Park and Gwin Canyon; or
Meet Jen English 510 558-0334 at 10:15 a.m. for a moderate walk to explore the beautiful Claremont-Uplands neighborhood that lies east of Claremont Avenue and south of Tunnel Road. The route includes stairs and some uneven footing, but the pace will be moderate, allowing participants to enjoy the views and the stunning architecture and landscaping of many of the homes ; or
Meet Colleen Neff 510 848-2944 at 11:00 a.m . for the easiest, shortest route, which will include the paths off Russell, Stuart, and Garber Streets. Colleen will point out a few special houses as well as many neighborhood landmarks. The route has some stairs as well as hilly sections, but the pace will be slow enough for conversation. This walk will be suitable for families but not for strollers.