Past Walks and Events (2008)
Announcements for past walks and events that were held
in 2008 are listed below.
Also please see event listings for 2007, 2006, 2005 and 2004.
Selected
handouts that were issued during
past walks are now available.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008 -- 10:00 a.m. — Pt. Richmond Walk
Susan Schwartz -- 510-848-9358
Explore Pt. Richmond’s quaint and curious architecture, hillside staircases, and spectacular waterfront viewpoints. Meet at the statue in the triangle bordered by E. Richmond, Park Place, and Washington Ave, in the business center. Wear comfortable shoes; dress for all weather; bring water. Optional no-host lunch at local restaurant follows walk.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008 -- 10:00 a.m. — Recently Completed Paths
Jacque Ensign, Pat DeVito 510 524 4715
Accompany two of the founders of BPWA and path-builder Charlie Bowen on a survey of paths built over the past ten years. Jacque and Pat will provide a history of our current path map and how the pathbuilding program began. This walk begins at the Berkeley Rose Garden, climbs up to Grizzly Peak, and returns via different paths. The route includes steep sections, but the pace will be moderate.
Wednesday, June 4 -- 10:00 a.m. -- Northern Hills Walk
Keith Skinner 510 528 3246
keithskinner.public@gmail.com
Explore some of the less traveled paths in the northern part of the city including Florida Walk and Acacia Walk - one of the longest unsegmented paths in the system. There will be several steep sets of stairs but the pace will be moderate. Meet at the upper terrace picnic table in Dorothy Bolte Park (Spruce near Florida).
April 19, 2008 -- 10:00 a.m. -- Carquinez Bridge/Crockett Walk - Paul Grunland
RSVP to Keith Skinner 510-528-3246
On a reprise of a popular Wed. walk, we will cross the new Carquinez Bridge on the pedestrian path, enjoying sweeping Bay
views. On the other side, we’ll explore the informal paths of quaint Crockett. Because the paths are narrow, this walk is limited to
20. RSVP for meeting place and start time.
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May 10, 2008 -- 10:00 a.m. -- Hidden Gems of Berkeley
Co-Sponsored by Berkeley Partners for Parks
(BPFP) 510 848 9358
Discover exciting grassroots “greening” projects near the old Santa Fe rail route, ending with a no-host picnic in Strawberry Creek Park, on a May 10 walk co-sponsored by BPWA and Berkeley Partners for Parks. Community members will introduce a new volunteer-built park, a playground transformed by young artists, native plantings, gardens, public art, and plans for a exciting new plaza. Meet at 10 am at the observation railing at Codornices Creek on the Ohlone Greenway (north of Santa Fe, under the BART tracks, opposite 1200 Masonic). This level walk with frequent stops is possible for wheelchairs or strollers with one detour. For the picnic, bring a bag lunch or buy one at a nearby café. Information at f5creeks@aol.com, or 510-848-9358
December 5 -- Carquinez Bridge/Crockett Walk
Paul Grunland -- (510) 526- 8001
Walk the new Carquinez Bridge (Al Zampa Memorial Bridge) and explore the paths of Crockett. Meet at the new pedestrian path on the south end of the bridge. Take in the sweeping views while crossing the bridge and then head down into the small town of Crockett for a tour of the town's informal paths. The walk will end at a small deli adjacent to a park where wanderers are free to enjoy an optional lunch together.
There are also several opportunities for side trips to the sugar refinery and local museum. Rain cancels this event.
Directions: Follow 80 toward Sacramento.
Exit on Pomona St. in Crockett just before the bridge.
The exit winds under the freeway.
Turn right at San Pablo Ave.
Turn in at the Dead Fish Restaurant (the first building
on the right, at 20050 San Pablo Ave.) and
park in their parking lot - the beginning of the pedestrian path. Jan 2 - Lower Strawberry Canyon
Barbara Robben -- 510 524-2383
Meet on steps to the entrance of International
House, 2299 Piedmont Ave, at the
top of Bancroft Ave. Culture and history
will be featured. Moderate pace. Optional
lunch in area afterwards.
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Feb 6 - Albany Hill
Susan Schwartz -- 510 848-9358
F5creeks@aol.com
Meet at Peet’s, San Pablo Ave, and Carlson
Blvd, El Cerrito, for a loop walk along
Cerrito Creek and up Albany Hill, in hopes
of seeing wintering Monarch butterflies.
Bring water and a snack, dress in layers,
and wear hiking shoes or boots with good
traction. Be prepared to cross Cerrito
Creek on stepping stones if the weather is
dry.
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Mar 5 - UCB Architecture, Part III
Alan Kaplan -- 510 526-7609
We will explore the NE campus, from the
Mining Circle to Faculty Club. Meet at the
Northgate entrance to the campus, intersection
of Hearst and Euclid Aves.
Jan 5 - New Year Waterfront Walk
Susan Schwartz 510 848-9358
f5creeks@aol.com
Meet at Shorebird Nature Center in Berkeley
to explore the waterfront. Susan, the
president of Friends of Five Creeks, will
discuss the waterfront’s past, how it’s being
revitalized, the effects of the recent oil spill,
and new opportunities for citizen involvement.
This walk is level but not suitable for
wheelchairs or strollers. The center is a
buff-colored building with a roofed terrace
at 160 University Ave, on the south side of
the street, just before it ends at the Berkeley
Pier. Park across the street. AC Transit
9 stops nearby.
Note: Saturday's waterfront walk will go rain or shine, but it may be shortened, with a tour of Shorebird's ultra "green" straw-bale building thrown in. We will have tea and goodies at Shorebird Park to warm us at the end.
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Feb 9 -Waterfalls of Berkeley
(Co-listed with Greenbelt Alliance)
Bob Johnson - rejberk@covad.net
Visit two waterfalls tucked away in the
midst of the city. Climb a volcanic rock for a
view. Stroll through neighborhoods of historic
homes and gardens. See how creeks
are incorporated in private yards. Visit and
learn the histories of Live Oak Park, Indian
Rock Park and Cragmont Park, where we
will have lunch. It will be a five-mile walk
with a 500 ft. elevation gain. Meet at the
Liaison Café, NE corner of Shattuck and
Hearst Aves. Bring lunch, liquids, and sturdy
shoes. Walk will end at 2:30 p.m.
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Mar 15 - Bay Area Ridge Trail
Morris Older 925 254-8943
morrisolder@comcast.net
This five-and-a-half-mile walk from Tilden
Park to Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve
will take us over the top of the Caldecott
Tunnel and through Sibley Volcanic
Regional Preserve. The route includes one
rugged downhill stretch, several smaller up
and down sections, and many spectacular
views. Bring lunch. Meet at the Upper (overflow)
parking lot by the Tilden Park Steam
Trains at the intersection of Grizzly Peak Blvd
and Lomas Cantadas. Before leaving, we will
shuttle a few vehicles to Huckleberry to bring
us back. The walk will end no later than 2:00
PM.
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