North Berkeley Rock Parks
Jul
30
10:00 AM10:00

North Berkeley Rock Parks

  • 41 Somerset Place Berkeley, CA, 94707 United States (map)
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Millions of years before its first human inhabitants arrived, North Berkeley was strewn with fascinating rock formations. Today, the area includes a set of lovely parks where these remnants of its geologic past can be seen. We'll talk about the Native American presence in the area and how the rocks were used by these first inhabitants.

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Walk District 5 Paths with Councilmember O'Keefe
Aug
9
10:00 AM10:00

Walk District 5 Paths with Councilmember O'Keefe

  • 1891 Yosemite Road Berkeley, CA, 94707 United States (map)
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Take advantage of a unique opportunity to join a leisurely walk and a conversation with Shoshana O'Keefe, Berkeley District 5 Councilmember. The group will spend the first 15 minutes at the Great Stoneface Park for introductions and initial questions. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are allowed. 

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North Berkeley Different
Aug
16
10:00 AM10:00

North Berkeley Different

  • 1170 The Alameda Berkeley, CA, 94707 United States (map)
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For most Americans, the term “suburbia” conjures single-family homes and uniform architecture in areas that are solely residential and reliant on car transportation. With its array of land uses and architectural styles, North Berkeley defies this stereotype; its differences are the qualities that make it great. 

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Kensington Walking Paths
Aug
31
10:00 AM10:00

Kensington Walking Paths

  • 299 Arlington Avenue Kensington, CA United States (map)
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We will visit the set of walking paths in Kensington that go between streets and were originally created to facilitate access to streetcars and later buses. Rodney will talk about the history of the paths and efforts to secure public ownership by the Kensington Pathkeepers group he's involved in.

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Pop-up Walk: Paths, Walks, Stairs and a Few Streets!
Jul
15
9:00 AM09:00

Pop-up Walk: Paths, Walks, Stairs and a Few Streets!

  • 1301 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA, 94709 United States (map)
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Think of this hike as one long UP and one long DOWN! This moderate hike takes us via many stairs, walkways, and paths up to Grizzly Peak Blvd. Then, we go even a little higher before our descent. On a clear day, we will see some nice views of San Francisco. Bring extra layers, hiking poles, and water. 

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North Berkeley Different
Jul
13
10:00 AM10:00

North Berkeley Different

  • Berkeley Public Library North Branch (map)
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For most Americans, the term "suburbia" conjures single-family homes and uniform architecture in areas that are solely residential and reliant on car transportation. With its array of land uses and architectural styles, North Berkeley defies this stereotype.

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Paths, Walks, Stairs and a Few Streets!
Jun
29
10:00 AM10:00

Paths, Walks, Stairs and a Few Streets!

  • 1301 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA, 94709 United States (map)
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Think of this hike as one long UP and one long DOWN! This moderate hike takes us via many stairs, walkways, and paths up to Grizzly Peak Blvd. Then, we go even a little higher before our descent. On a clear day, we will see some nice views of San Francisco. Bring extra layers, hiking poles, and water. 

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Upper Rockridge Walk
Jun
21
10:00 AM10:00

Upper Rockridge Walk

  • 611 Keith Avenue Oakland, CA, 94618 United States (map)
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This area was largely developed in the early 20th century and features a variety of Craftsman homes and the College Avenue commercial district. Up the hill, we’ll see some large homes from before and after the disastrous 1991 fire, as well as views and some interesting public stairways. All the paths are paved but there are some steep sections.

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All-the-Parks-in-Berkeley: Sunset Stroll
Jun
20
6:00 PM18:00

All-the-Parks-in-Berkeley: Sunset Stroll

  • 160 University Avenue Berkeley, CA, 94710 United States (map)
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Celebrate the summer solstice with a golden-hour walk through one of Berkeley’s most scenic areas! On the longest day of the year, we’ll enjoy bay breezes, sailboats in the marina, and panoramic views of the Golden Gate and San Francisco skyline—ending with a sunset over the water. Bring layers and your camera, as there should be beauty in every direction. 

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Tank House Tour of S Berkeley and Rockridge
Jun
14
10:00 AM10:00

Tank House Tour of S Berkeley and Rockridge

  • 1601 Fairview Street Berkeley, CA, 94703 United States (map)
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This walk traces the history of a largely forgotten piece of the circa-1900 East Bay urban landscape, the tank house. From the 1860s through the 1920s, windmill-topped water towers stood on nearly every city block. Only a handful remain of the hundreds of tank houses that once existed in Berkeley. We'll visit five surviving examples in South Berkeley and North Oakland.

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Sunset Hike to the Oakland Rose Garden
Jun
13
5:30 PM17:30

Sunset Hike to the Oakland Rose Garden

  • 598 Mandana Boulevard Oakland, CA, 94610 United States (map)
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This month's installment of the Friday sunset hikes takes us farther afield to Oakland and the beautiful Grand Lake and Lakeshore neighborhoods. Oakland has about 230 urban paths and staircases and this four-mile hike will cover 14 of them. We'll also visit the Morcom Rose Garden, a gem that rivals Berkeley's Rose Garden which we visited on last month's hike.

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El Cerrito Hidden Paths and Parks
May
10
10:00 AM10:00

El Cerrito Hidden Paths and Parks

  • Central Ave and Ohlone Greenway United States (map)
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On this walk, expect lots of uphill streets and stairs on this butt-kicker of a walk (then lots of downhill!). From the El Cerrito Plaza BART station, we’ll walk up to Arlington Park via as many hidden stairways as possible, then return via more paths and the PG&E property along Moeser Avenue.

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Sunset Hike to the Berkeley Rose Garden
May
9
5:30 PM17:30

Sunset Hike to the Berkeley Rose Garden

  • Solano and Alameda Berkeley, CA, 94707 United States (map)
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For May’s installment of the Friday sunset hikes, we’ll explore the paths and streets south of the Marin Circle and then make our way uphill towards Berkeley’s marvelous Rose Garden. May is a wonderful time to experience this special place! The route is about 4 miles with 16 staircases and steep sidewalks.

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Many Paths, Walks, Stairs, and Steps
Apr
19
10:00 AM10:00

Many Paths, Walks, Stairs, and Steps

  • 1301 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA, 94709 United States (map)
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We start our walk at Live Oak Park. There are many paths, walks, stairs and steps nearby to discover. This loop is a moderate walk and has some steep segments. No dirt trails. Bring extra layers, hiking poles (if you use them) and water. Many of the stairways have railings. A backpack would be a good idea to stuff extra clothing.  

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The All-the-Parks-in-Berkeley Series Returns!
Apr
12
10:00 AM10:00

The All-the-Parks-in-Berkeley Series Returns!

  • 3039 Halcyon Court Berkeley, CA, 94705 United States (map)
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Can you believe there are over 50 parks in Berkeley? Back in 2015, we set out on a mission to visit every one, uncovering hidden green spaces, local gems, and beloved community hubs along the way. It took three years to complete, but it was well worth the time and steps! Now, a decade later, we're bringing back this popular series.

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Claremont/Uplands Sunset Hike
Apr
11
5:30 PM17:30

Claremont/Uplands Sunset Hike

  • 2936 Garber Street Berkeley, CA, 94705 United States (map)
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April's installment of the Friday sunset hikes takes us to the beautiful Claremont and Uplands neighborhood at Berkeley's border with Oakland. The route goes past stately mansions, creeks, fun yard art, and incredible views. We'll go at a moderate pace to enjoy the views and the conversations. We'll return at the starting point shortly after sunset.

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N Berkeley Rock Parks
Apr
6
10:00 AM10:00

N Berkeley Rock Parks

  • 41 Somerset Place Berkeley, CA, 94707 United States (map)
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North Berkeley is strewn with fascinating rock formations that are the site of a set of parks. Starting at Hinkel Park, we'll visit Mortar Rock, Indian Rock, Contra Costa Rock, and The Great Stoneface Park. We'll talk about the Native American presence in the area and how the rocks were used by these first inhabitants and about the creation of the parks.

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