Most of our activities are listed here. The monthly newsletter of the Solo Sierrans contains a complete listing. If you have questions, or are interested in newsletter or membership information, please contact Dolores Gruenewald by phone (510/351-6247) or .

Walks are given ratings such as 1A. The number describes the length of the walk, and the letter the elevation gain, as follows:

Length	Elevation Gain
1: Up to 6 miles	A: Up to 1000 feet
2: 6 to 10 miles	B: 1000 to 2000 feet
3: 10 to 15 miles	C: 2000 to 3000 feet

Weekly Activities

Tuesday 4:00 pm Lake Chabot

Lake Chabot Reservoir 1A Hike. Meet 4 PM at boat house. Directions: From I-580 in San Leandro, take Fairmont Drive up hill and down to park entrance. Park free on street, $5 in lot, or annual pass from East Bay Regional Park District. Optional dinner after the hike. Leader: Dolores Gruenewald 510/351-6247.

Wednesday 4:00 pm Lafayette Reservoir

Enjoy the lovely weather while walking around the beautiful reservoir. We have both fast and slow walkers, or you can walk at your own pace. Meet at the west end of the parking area near the picnic tables and permanent bathrooms (to your right at the top of the entrance road). Five quarters are suggested (1 hour, 15 minutes). Optional no host dinner follows. Directions: Exit Hwy. 24 at Acalanes/Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette. Follow Mt. Diablo Blvd. east approx. ¾ mile. Turn right into the park and follow road up to the parking area. Info: Lee Cowden 925/934-6357 or Ruth Foster 925/939-9115.
Note: There will be no Lafayette Reservoir walk on November 25.

November 2009

Nov. 1, Sun. Tilden Park 1A hike

Meet at 3pm at Lone Oak parking lot for an hour and 1/2 hike through the eucalyptus groves. Optional early dinner on Solano Ave. in Berkeley. Directions: from Grizzly Peak Blvd. intersection with Wildcat Canyon, go down hill on Canyon Dr., right onto Central Park Dr. for 100 feet to Lone Oak parking lot on left. Leader: Vera Lis 510/234-8949 Rain cancels.

Nov. 14, Sat. 2:00pm Tilden Park in Berkeley 1A hike

Starting at the Little Farm and winding our way up and down Laurel Canyon we’ll pass Jewel Lake on our way back for a length of approx. 3-4 miles. We can also spend some time at the Environmental Education Center. Possible meal after the hike. Steady rain cancels. Bring water and wear sturdy hiking shoes. Meet at the north end of the parking lot (near the Environmental Education Center). Directions: from the intersection of Spruce and Grizzly Peak in Berkeley take Canon Dr. down into the park. At the end of Canon Dr. turn left and follow to end of parking lot. Leader: Lucy Henderson 925/254-2898.

Nov. 19, Thu. San Francisco Dinner, The Islands of San Francisco Bay

Social hour 6pm, dinner 7pm, program 8pm. City Forest Lodge, 254 Laguna Honda Blvd. San Francisco, across from Laguna Honda Hospital and downhill from Forest Hill Station: Take Muni K, L, M or 43; come early for street parking (no sidewalk parking please). James Martin's extraordinary photos will bring to life the fascinating story of San Francisco Bay and its many islands with their unique histories, ecology and wildlife. Send a check for $15.50 made out to “Sierra Club, S.F. Bay Chapter” to Gerry Souzis. Checks must be received by Monday, November 16. Please indicate the date of the program, number of guests and your phone number. Nonmembers are welcome. Bring your own wine or soft drinks. Glasses and ice are available. Let us know if you are a vegetarian. Questions? Contact Gerry at 415/474-4440 between 6pm and 9pm.

Nov. 21, Sat. 8:00pm Berkeley Broadway Singers Concert

We are a mixed level chorus specializing in Broadway show tunes along with jazz, Latin, and other popular music. We are dedicated to providing a joyful and creative music experience for our members and audiences. By giving free concerts, we strive to reach a large community. St. Ambrose Church, 1145 Gilman St (at Cornell), Berkeley. Sage Spatz, 510-548-7613.

Nov. 22, Sun. 3:30pm 1A sunset walk, Martinez Regional Shoreline

Enjoy a leisurely stroll along scenic shoreline and marina. Back by 5:00 pm. Optional stop later for dinner and sociability. Directions: Take Hwy 80 or 24/680 to Hwy 4, Martinez, Alhambra Ave off ramp. Turn N on Alhambra, toward downtown; R on Escobar, L on Ferry; meet in front of former Amtrak Station near Ferry St railroad intersection. Rain cancels. For info call leader Janess Hanson 925/458-0860 or Joan Hocking 925/876-3839. Co-listed with Delta Group.

Nov 22, Sun. 4:00pm Berkeley Broadway Singers Concert

St. Augustine Church, 400 Alcatraz Ave (at Colby), Oakland. See info from Nov. 21st.

Nov. 28, Sat, Bayshore walk in El Cerrito

Meet at 3pm for an hour walk, on paved trail, wheelchair accessible, at Pt. Isabel. Bring binoculars for possible shore bird sightings. Optional Chinese dinner at Pacific East Mall. Directions: turn off Hwy 80 at Central/ El Cerrito exit. Go west, over next Hwy overpass. At stop sign, Rydin Rd. turn right to end of street. Meet at small parking lot. Rain cancels. Leader: Vera Lis 510/234-8949

December 2009

Dec. 3, Thu. East Bay Dinner, “California from the Air”

Social hour 6pm, dinner 7pm, program 8pm. Berkeley Yacht Club on the Berkeley Marina. Barrie Rokeach will pilot the slide show of photos from his book Timescapes: California Aerial Images as we delve into the scenic beauty of our state, and touch on some of the diverse geology that makes it unique. Cost of dinner and program is $25, including tax and tip. For a reservation send your check, payable to “Sierra Club,” with your name, telephone number, and the names of your guests, to: Jane Barrett, 510/845-8055. Reservation deadline is Mon., Nov. 23.

Dec. 5, Sat. 3:00pm Emeryville Marina sunset walk

Meet for an hour walk on paved trail, wheelchair accessible, through the marina, with quiet views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Optional dinner after walk at the Emery Market. Meet at the back of Chevy's Restaurant, by picnic tables. Directions: turn off Hwy 80 at Powell, go west to the access road to Chevy's. Leader: Vera Lis 510/234-8949. Rain cancels.

Dec. 12, Sat. 10:00am 1A walk, Benicia State Recreation Area

Take Military West exit off Hwy 780 in Benicia. At first stop sign turn south to West K St, meet in trailhead parking area on right, just off freeway (parking fee). Trail, mostly paved, leads beside marsh and shoreline with scenic views of coastal hills and bay. Return about 12:30pm. After hike, optional visit to Old Town Benicia for refreshments and exploration. Rain cancels. For info call Joan Hocking 925/876-3839 or Janess Hanson 925/458-0860. Co-listed with Delta Group.

January 2010

Jan. 17, Sun. Solo Sierrans' Annual Meeting

Program: “Rethinking Plastics, Rethinking our Lives,” presented by Stuart Moody, president of Green Sangha. Come learn what simple changes we can make to stem the tide of plastic pollution. As always, we will be looking for new people to join our Board, including Members-at-Large. If you'd like further information, or are ready to lend a hand, please call Dolores Gruenewald, 510/351-6247. Watch for details in the December Adventures Newsletter.