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March April 2015
Hikanbyke Highlights
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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
We are a non-profit group of single
friends, dedicated to sharing the
enjoyment of activities, such as biking,
hiking, skiing, jogging, dining and
camping, in a supportive, nonthreatening atmosphere. Hikanbyke
membership is open to singles and
to persons who join Hikanbyke while
single and subsequently are married.
Club Coordinators
Membership / Missing Newsletters:
Charlie Uhlman (925) 370-1123
Email: cju2 at sbcglobal dot net
Special Events:
Rebecca Mallon (925) 933-8033
Email: rmallon2 at AOL dot com
Treasurer:
Niels Povlsen (510) 375-1521
Email: Hiknbyke at fastmail dot fm
Newsletter Compiler:
Diane Savard (925) 864-7141
Email: dlsavard at gmail dot com
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Bicycle Ride Rating System
GRADE
1-Flat
2-Gentle
3-Rolling
4-Some Steep
PACE
L-Leisurely: 10 MPH or
less, with frequent stops
T-Touring: 10-13 MPH,
regroup stops
M-Moderate: 13-16 MPH,
occasional regroup
B-Brisk: faster pace may
not regroup
5-Steep Hills
Pace rating is average on level
ground. Example: a bike ride rated a
3T25 = Rolling Hills, Touring Pace,
25 mile route. Helmets are
REQUIRED for ALL rides!
Hike Grading System
GRADE
Climb
1-up to 6 miles
2-6 to 10 miles
3-10 to 15 miles
4-15+ miles
A-Less than 1,000 ft.
B-1,000 to 2,000 ft.
C-2,000 to 3,000 ft.
D-Over 3,000 ft.
Example: a hike rated 2B would be
6 to 10 miles, with a 1,000 to 2,000
ft. climb. Hiking boots are HIGHLY
recommended.
EDITOR’S CORNER
Policy Meeting
The annual club policy meeting was
held Jan. 29 at Maggie Davis's
home. Reports were given by
membership chair person, treasurer
and events chair person. Paid
membership continues to decline.
Reasons for this were discussed but
no solutions offered to increase
membership. Monetary contributions
were made last year to Save Mt.
Diablo, Ride East Bay and Friends of
Mt. Tam. Contributions for the next
year will be to the same
organizations. Ongoing expenses
include liability insurance, printing&
postage. The annual picnic has no
income. Picnic expenses include
supplies, site rental and a BBQ item
to share. The annual holiday party
format was different this year and
well received. Expenses exceeded
income so ways to make the event a
break even night will be explored.
FUTURE EVENTS
Save the Date: May 22-25, 2015
The Great Western Bike Rally in
Paso Robles.
Annual Picnic - Save the Date
Sept. 27
All Day
This year we will celebrate at Rankin
Park in Martinez. The park has
recently been updated with new
tables, BBQs and a nice grassy area.
Free parking and plenty of it. There
is a very short loop trail behind the
picnic area. There are several hiking
trails nearby. There are also options
for easy, moderate or difficult bike
rides from the park. As usual the
hikes and rides will precede the
potluck picnic that begins at noon.
Want to lead a hike or ride? Watch
for updates in future newsletters.
Rebecca
Annual Holiday Party - Save the
Date
Dec. 5
7pm-11pm
We will return to our favorite Sycamore Clubhouse - for lively
conversation, dancing, beverages
and catered appetizers. Details will
follow in future newsletters. Rebecca
Thanks to our Leaders
Thanks to these event leaders to get
2015 off to a great start. Some
favorite events were repeated - like
the New Year's Day hike and the
train ride to Sacramento. The usual
hikes and bike ride took advantage
of mild weather. New activities
included a lunch during Oakland
Restaurant week and a presentation
about Tibetan Oral History.
Robert Bradley
Niels Povlsen
John Murrell
Dave Weiner
Jon Heinson
Charlie Uhlman
Bob Lloyd
Rose Azalde
Ann Lindner
Marcy Adamski
Blanche Kormacher Maggie Davis
Roland Flamme
Stan Wong
Sheri Rupe
Rebecca Mallon
Stan Preftokis
Nancy Nolte
March - April
Events
Monday Events
Mondays look like a great day to
schedule an event. Look for details
sent through a Google Groups email
about future Monday Events which
will include hiking and cinema. If you
are not a current subscribing Google
Groups email recipient, please
contact Donita England (925) 3392234 [email protected] for
further information.
Tuesday Hikes
Details will be sent through a Google
Groups email about future Tuesday
Hikes. If you are not subscribing to
Google Groups, please contact
Susan Buckland (925) 687-2773 or
[email protected] for further
information. We welcome new
leaders and new hiking trails!
East Bay Wednesday Ride
The Wednesday bike ride series
from Heather Farm Park will be on
an impromptu basis until Spring. To
see if a ride is planned, contact Joan
([email protected], 925216-7833) or Trish
([email protected], 925212-7047).
Mixed Doubles Tennis in Walnut
Creek
Robert Bradley (925)
335-0950
Every Tuesday and
Thursday at 8:30
a.m. summer and
9:00 a.m. winter at
Larkey Park.
Call Robert for further information.
Lake Merritt Walk & Dinner
Tuesday March 3
5:30 PM
Niels Povlsen
(510) 375-1521
Let's walk around Lake Merritt (3.3
miles) and enjoy an evening in
downtown Oakland. Meet in front of
Grand Lake Theater. Wear walking
shoes & bring $ for dinner at local
restaurant, after our walk.
Lafayette Reservoir Walk
Friday March 6
9:30 AM
Meet at the flagpole in the upper
parking lot for the 2.7 mile clockwise
walk on the paved path. Pay stations
take quarter and credit cards.
$1.50/hour. Park free on Mt. Diablo
Blvd. but allow 15 minutes to walk up
the hill to the meeting place. After the
walk we go to La Boulange for
coffee, treats and conversation.
Questions? Rebecca 925-323-3579
cell
Sunol Regional Wilderness Park
Hike, 2B
Saturday, March 7
10.00 a.m.
John Murrell 510-339-1263
We mat see some Spring flowers on
this scenic outing. From Leyden
Flats, we cross the bridge and hike
2
alongside Alameda Creek to
Yosemite Falls, then head up trails
McCorkle, Cave Rocks to lunch spot,
Indian Joe and back to parking lot.
Total distance, about 8 miles.
Directions; Go south on Hy 680 past
Pleasanton heading south, and exit
at Calaveras Rd, turn left to go under
the Freeway and continue on
Calaveras Rd for about 4 miles, then
turn left at Geary Rd which takes you
to the Park entrance (about 1.5miles)
Once in the Park, drive about .5
miles to the Leyden Flats parking
area. There is a $5 parking fee. Colisted with Sierra Singles
Vacaville to Winters Bike Ride
(3T42) Please NOTE – New
starting Location
Sunday March 8
10:00 AM
Niels Povlsen
(510) 375-1521
Join us on this truly beautiful ride
through the back roads and apple
orchards of Vacaville. If we’re lucky
the orchards will be in bloom. There
are some rolling hills – no real killers
on this one. The ride is suitable for
strong beginners. Lunch stop will be
at the Gazebo in downtown Winters
(buy sandwiches at the deli). We will
start from Lagoon Valley Park. There
is free parking outside of the park or
enter the park for a $3.00 entrance
fee. There are restrooms inside the
park. Directions: Exit Interstate 80
at Pena Adobe Road and follow the
signs to the park entrance. (for
GPS: 4600 Pena Adobe Road
Vacaville CA) (about 45 miles from
Berkeley)
Koffee Klatch
Wednesday March 11 9:30 AM
Rose (925) 930-9407
Ann (925) 938-9172
PLEASE NOTE NEW TIME AND
NEW LOCATION Ann and I are
"testing" another location AND this
time in the Alamo Plaza -- Bagel
Street Cafe (next to
Rite Aide) where
there is ample
parking. The
selection of
bagels is
fantastic!!
Diablo Foothills/Shell Ridge hike
1B
Trails Challenge Hike
Saturday March 14, 09:30
Charlie cju2 at sbcglobal dot net
Stan swong522 at sbcglobal dot net
Sheri sher-beth at sbcglobal dot net
This is our 2nd hike in the 2015 East
Bay Parks Trails Challenge. This will
be an excellent time of year to hike in
this area before it gets too hot and
before the area turns brown, and we
should see some of the early
wildflowers in bloom. We will alter
the published route to increase the
length to 5+ miles and decrease the
vertical a little. A full description of
the hike can be had here:
http://www.regionalparksfoundation.o
rg/document.doc?id=484 . Bring
water and a snack. Driving
Directions: From I-680 exit at Livorna
Road. Head east on Livorna Road
for about three miles to the Livorna
Staging area, located just west of
Stonegate Drive in Alamo. Note –
there are no facilities at the trailhead.
There is water and a bathroom at
Livorna Park which is on Livorna Rd.
about ¼ mile before reaching the
trailhead.
needed job working for a man who is
wheelchair-bound after an accident
after a life of big deals, extreme
sports, and worldwide travel. He is
acerbic, moody, and extremely
bossy, but Lou refuses to treat him
with kid gloves When she learns he
has shocking plans of his own, she
sets out to show him that life is still
worth living. Note that we are once
again meeting in the evening. Call for
directions
Castro Valley to Sunol, 38 or 48
miles/4-5 hours/ level B/pace
2/hills B
Sunday, The Ides of March 15,
9:45 am PROMPT (we leave at
10:00 - no waiting!)
We'll start the ride at the Castro
Valley BART station, bike over the
Dublin Grade, and on to Sunol for
lunch. Return against headwinds on
the Dublin Grade will make you
work. Picnic lunch in Sunol or
possible cafe option. Those that
want more of a workout can continue
to Sunol Regional Park (about 55
miles total) and return from there.
Start: We'll meet at the Castro Valley
BART station. Take 580 East, exit at
Redwood Road, turn left onto
Redwood Road, then a few blocks
more, and turn left into the BART
parking lot. Helen Herzberg (510)
537-9109 or
[email protected]
Pot Luck and Musical Evening
Saturday, March 21
6.30 PM
Montclair District, Oakland
John Murrell
(510) 339-1263
John and the gang are once again
hosting another of the popular
potluck musical evenings at John’s
house in the Montclair district of
Oakland. Recently, we featured the
Beatles and Eagles, as well as any
other selection of your choosing. We
have two guitar players to
accompany the group with tunes
chosen. Song books will be provided
which include over 450 songs of all
genres. Don’t worry if your voice is
not that great, we are here to have
fun. Bring a potluck dish to share if
you plan to join the potluck . If your
last name begins with A-G bring an
salad, H-M bring a desert, N-Z
bring entree, and your own
beverages. Also a musical
instrument if you have one. Please
note that there will be a three dollar
charge to cover the cost of paying for
professional cleanup help after the
event, plates, cutlery and glasses,
and song books. Directions: 6175
Snake Rd, Oakland. Take the
Highway 13 exit toward Hayward
from Highway 24 if you are coming
from the Walnut Creek-Berkeley
area. Go about three miles and exit
at Park Bl and turn left to Mountain
Bl, go left again on Mountain Bl
Book Group Discussion and
Potluck
Thursday, Mar. 19
6:30 PM
Lynn
925-849-4268
Frank 925-930-0133
JoJo Moyes Me Before You is the
story of an ordinary girl living an
exceedingly ordinary life -- steady
boyfriend, close family -- who has
barely b een farther afield than her
tiny village. She takes a badly
Lafayette Reservoir Walk
Friday March 20
9:30 AM
Meet at the flagpole in the upper
parking lot for the 2.7 mile clockwise
walk on the paved path. Pay stations
take quarter and credit cards.
$1.50/hour. Park free on Mt. Diablo
Blvd. but allow 15 minutes to walk up
the hill to the meeting place. After the
walk we go to La Boulange for
coffee, treats and conversation.
Questions? Rebecca 925-323-3579
cell
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about three blocks and turn right
onto Snake Rd at the light. From
Hayward, take Hwy 580 to Hwy 13,
exit at Park Rd & turn left onto
Mountain Bl. Be careful, Snake Rd
makes a sharp left turn a short
distance (200 yards) up the hill. If
you see a fire station, you have
missed the turn. The house is 1/2
mile up on the left opposite Drake St.
Orinda/Danville Ramble, 35
miles/4 hours/pace1/level A/hills
A-B
Sunday, March 22, Road Ride, 9:45
am, PROMPT departure! A short
ride for the shortest day of the year.
We'll mostly follow bike trails, and
have a snack stop in Danville before
returning so bring $. This is an ideal
ride for newcomers, beginners, and
those who need to take it easy. WE
LEAVE PROMPTLY AT 10:00. If
you're late, look for maps on my car,
a teal Honda Civic. Start: Meet at
the EAST side of the Orinda BART
station. Take Hwy 24 east through
the Caldecot Tunnel. Take the
Orinda/Moraga exit. At the exit, turn
left, then make a quick right into the
BART station parking lot. H e l e n H
erzberg(510)537-9109o
r [email protected]
Koffee Klatch
Wednesday March 25 9:30 AM
Rose (925) 930-9407
Ann
(925) 938-9172
Come and join us at our new location
in the Alamo Plaza -- Bagel Street
Cafe where outside seating is
enjoyable (weather
permitting) Please come and join us
at our new location where parking is
quite easy.
Dining in the Bay Area
Stan Preftokis
(925) 454-9664
Thursday March 26
TBD
Join us for a
memorable dining
adventure at one of
the best restaurants in
the Bay Area.
Information the location
will be sent out in an email
to the Google Groups
distribution list.
Lafayette Reservoir Walk
Friday March 27
9:30 AM
Meet at the flagpole in the upper
parking lot for the 2.7 mile clockwise
walk on the paved path. Pay stations
take quarter and credit cards.
$1.50/hour. Park free on Mt. Diablo
Blvd. but allow 15 minutes to walk up
the hill to the meeting place. After the
walk we go to La Boulange for
coffee, treats and conversation.
Questions? Rebecca 925-323-3579
cell
Alhambra Valley bike ride 2.5T28
Saturday March 28
09:30 AM
Charlie cju2 at sbcglobal dot net
Stan swong522 at sbcglobal dot net
Join us on one of our favorite rides
takes in some of the beautiful
countryside nearby. First is
Alhambra Valley and the famous Pig
Farm hill. Next is Pinole valley. We
then have an overlook of the San
Pablo Bay before a coffee break in
Crockett. Heading back, we ride up
to the Franklin Ridge via the Crocket
Hills, and finally Franklin Cyn. back
to the start. Directions: Meet at the
Franklin Canyon Park & Ride which
is at the corner of Alhambra Ave. and
Franklin Cyn. Rd (next to Hwy 4).
Rain cancels.
Mt. Diablo Waterfall Hike (2B)
Sunday March 29
10:00 AM
Niels Povlsen
(510) 375-1521
Waterfalls are rare on Mt. Diablo, so
come see them now before they dry
out! There are three, up to 100 feet
high! This should be a great time for
taking in the astounding display of
wildflowers and just enjoying the
colorful rock formations along the
way. Meet us at the trailhead at
10:30 wearing your boots and
carrying your lunch. Directions: Take
Ygnacio Valley Rd. from I-680,
Walnut Creek out to Clayton Road
(approx. 8 mi.). Turn right on Clayton
Rd., follow it to the town of Clayton.
Turn right on Marsh Creek Road for
about a mile. Turn right on Regency
Drive and drive to the dead end, with
parking on the street beyond the last
houses. NO FACILITIES at the
trailhead. There is one just before
you turn right on Regency Drive.
Take a left in to the ball field.
Lake Merritt Walk & Dinner
Wednesday April 1
5:30 PM
Niels Povlsen
(510) 375-1521
Let's walk around Lake Merritt (3.3
miles) and enjoy an evening in
downtown Oakland. Meet in front of
Grand Lake Theater. Wear walking
shoes & bring $ for dinner at local
restaurant, after our walk.
Lafayette Reservoir Walk
Friday April 3
9:30 AM
Meet at the flagpole in the upper
parking lot for the 2.7 mile clockwise
walk on the paved path. Pay stations
take quarter and credit cards.
$1.50/hour. Park free on Mt. Diablo
Blvd. but allow 15 minutes to walk up
the hill to the meeting place. After the
walk we go to La Boulange for
coffee, treats and conversation.
Questions? Rebecca 925-323-3579
cell
Koffee Klatch
Wednesday April
8 9:30 AM
Rose (925) 9309407
Ann
(925) 9389172
Our new location in the Alamo Plaza
next to Rite Aide has easy parking
which, hopefully, will draw you to join
us. The tasty bagels are there for
your eating pleasure. Outside
seating is available -- weather
permitting.
Lafayette Reservoir Walk
Friday April 10
9:30 AM
Meet at the flagpole in the upper
parking lot for the 2.7 mile clockwise
walk on the paved path. Pay stations
take quarter and credit cards.
$1.50/hour. Park free on Mt. Diablo
Blvd. but allow 15 minutes to walk up
the hill to the meeting place. After the
walk we go to La Boulange for
coffee, treats and conversation.
Questions? Rebecca 925-323-3579
Tilden 2 Lake Hike 6+A
Saturday April 11
10:00 AM
Jon Heinson
(925) 899-2953
Some of the best hikes are right in
our backyard, like this Tilden hike. It
starts at the Brazilian Room,
wanders through a redwood forest,
passes behind Lake Anza, parallels
a sleepy creek, circles Jewel Lake.
What more can you ask for? This
hike is suitable for almost everyone.
Bring a sandwich as there are picnic
tables at the halfway point where we
can stop for lunch. Directions: From
Hiway 80 – Take University exit in
Berkeley; travel east to Oxford; left
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on Oxford to Rose; right on Rose to
Spruce. On the top of the hill cross
intersection. Spruce becomes
Wildcat Canyon Road; continue for 2
miles to Brazilian Room on left. From
Hiway24 – Exit Fish Ranch Road to
Grizzly Peak Blvd; turn right &
continue to Golf Course Road; turn
right to stop sign; right on Shasta
Road; Shasta dead ends into
Brazilian Room parking lot.
Niels 70k Ride From Pt. Richmond
to Jack London Square
Sunday April 12
10:00 AM
Niels Povlsen
(510) 375-1521
Brickyard Landing (my place) Bike
Ride 42 +/- to Oakland with a Picnic
Lunch @ Middle Harbor Shoreline
Park. Non cyclists are welcome to
join us at Jack London Square for
lunch around noon. This ride takes
us along the Bay Trail starting in
Point Richmond, continuing along
the Bay in Marina Bay, onward
through Berkeley, Emeryville down to
Jack London Square in Oakland
featuring spectacular views of San
Francisco and SF Bay. Most of the
ride is either on bike trails or lightly
traveled roads. We’ll stop for lunch at
Jack London Square. We can
wander through the farmer’s market
and buy lunch from one of the many
food trucks or you can bring your
own. Directions for start of bike ride:
Hwy. 580 towards the San Rafael
Bridge. Exit at Canal St. Left at
bottom of exit to Cutting. Right at
light. Left at Garrard. Go through the
tunnel. Turn left at Brickyard Cove
Road. Left at Brickyard Way. Park in
the lot immediately to the right by the
tennis courts. Questions? Call Niels
Book Group Discussion and
Potluck
Tue. April 14
6:30 PM
Gretchen
510-530-3557
Frank
925-930-0133
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie in
Americanah Idemelu and Obinze are
young and in love when they depart
military-ruled Nigeria for the West.
Beautiful, self-assured Ifemelu heads
for America, where despite her
academic success, she is forced to
grapple with what it means to be
black for the first time. Quiet,
thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join
her, but with post-9/11 America
closed to him, he instead plunges
into a dangerous, undocumented life
in London. Fifteen years later they
reunite in a newly democratic
Nigeria, and reignite their passion -for each other and for heir homeland.
Call for directions
Sunday Afternoon Piano Concert
in El Sobrante
Sunday, April 19
2:00 PM
Spend a Sunday afternoon listening
to music from the ragtime era. The
next piano house concert at the
home of John Ulrich, will feature
pianist, Sue Palmer. Appearing for
the first time at our piano concerts,
Sue is known as San Diego's Queen
of Boogie Woogie. Sue has
performed with many of the legends
of the boogie woogie genre,
including Carl Sonny Leyland. She is
equally talented playing jazz and
blues and has won numerous music
awards. We met her at the
International Boogie Woogie festival
in Switzerland. Blanche Korfmacher
is hosting this event. We serve
sandwiches and other goodies at the
intermission. Advanced registration
is required. The cost of the concert is
$25.00 to cover the musician’s fee
and refreshments. To register-send a
check with your e-mail address to
John Ulrich, 4184 Garden Lane, El
Sobrante, Ca. 94803. The concert is
held at this address. Parking is
available in driveways on the
property or in the street. Register
ASAP as seating is limited. Arrive
early-doors close promptly at 2PM.
For more information, contact
Blanche at (415) 665-1135 or
[email protected]
Koffee Klatch
Wednesday April 22
9:30 AM
Rose (925) 930-9407
Ann
(925) 938-9172
Come join us and enjoy the tasty
bagels at the Bagel Street Cafe (next
to Rite Aide) in the Alamo Plaza
where parking is quite easy.
Lafayette Reservoir Walk
Friday April 24
9:30 AM
Meet at the flagpole in the upper
parking lot for the 2.7 mile clockwise
walk on the paved path. Pay stations
take quarter and credit cards.
$1.50/hour. Park free on Mt. Diablo
Blvd. but allow 15 minutes to walk up
the hill to the meeting place. After the
walk we go to La Boulange for
coffee, treats and conversation.
Questions? Rebecca 925-323-3579
Livermore Valley EASY Bike Ride
thru the Vineyards BikeRide 1LT15
Saturday April, 25, 2015 10am
Sheri - sher-beth at sbcglobal dot net
Ginny - vbruski at sbcglobal dot net
Dust off your bike and come out for a
leisurely bike ride along, and
through, the vineyards of Livermore.
We will start the ride at Robert
Livermore Community Center, down
Buena Vista Ave. to the Arroyo Bike
Path, riding past the wineries &
vineyards of Mitchell Katz,
Concannon, Page Mill, then out
through the Wente vineyards, (stop
to see the llamas), then down along
the old Olivina area, with a stop at
Sycamore Grove Park for a health
break & snack. Returning we will
take Holmes Ave back to Concannon
Ave, then back to the bike path. Near
the end of the ride we will stop at
Retzlaff Winery for those who’d like
to enjoy some wine tasting. Please this is a casual ride. Those who
prefer a faster pace should join
Charlie and Stan on their ride up to
Del Valle and meet us at Retzlaff
Winery! DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
Meet at Robert Livermore
Community Center, 4444 East Ave,
Livermore, CA 94550 at 10am. Take
580E, exit N.Livermore Ave, turn
right. Take N.Livermore Ave past
downtown Livermore; turn left on
East Ave. Approx. 2.5 miles down is
Robert Livermore Community Park
on the left. Turn left on Loyola St.
and park in the Community Center
parking lot on the left.
Claremont: The Uplands Walk
Sunday, April 26
10:00 AM
Claudia Collins
(925)788-6383
Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes,
Distance: 2.5 miles, Steps: 352,
Difficulty: 3.5
This is a lovely walk through a
charming section of Claremont,
featuring elegant homes, timeless
views, and hidden staircases. Meet
at Semifreddi, 3084 Claremont,
Berkeley We can have a snack after
the walk and those interested can
join me for a second walk:
Claremont Hotel Heights Duration: 1
hour; Distance: 1.6 miles; Steps:
544, Difficulty: 3.5 This is a short
walk with steep staircases and
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heavenly views. Afterwards, we’ll find
a place for a well deserved beer!
Dining in the Bay Area
Stan Preftokis
(925) 454-9664
Wednesday April 29
TBD
Join us for a
memorable dining
adventure at one of
the best restaurants in
the Bay Area.
Information the location
will be sent out in an email
to the Google Groups
distribution list.
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