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Unicycle Club Practice at Circus Center

Any skill level is welcome (even if you’ve never been on a unicycle before). Participation is free, but a voluntary donation to Circus Center is recommended. If you don’t have your own unicycle or don’t bring it, then Circus Center will provide one for you to use at these practices. **SAFETY** -Do not attend if you feel sick -Protective gear (helmet, elbow pads, wrist guards, gloves, knee/shin guards, ankle braces, etc.) is highly recommended **REQUIREMENTS** -All ages are welcome, but anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult at all times -Everyone who comes to these practices is required to take at least one unicycle class at Circus Center with Ying Ying Zhao (this doesn’t necessarily have to be before your first practice session) -Paper waiver needs to be signed before participating (this will be provided) -QR code for voluntary donation will be provided **RULES FOR PRACTICING AT CIRCUS CENTER** -If you’re wearing street shoes and/or are bringing your own unicycle, then you must wipe your shoes and unicycle tire with a towel (this will be provided) before stepping on the mats -Helmet is required if you want to do anything other than riding or practicing tricks on a flat surface (hopping onto/off of objects, etc.)

SF Mission Murals - An Urban Walk (4 miles)

Hi Sweeps. Before the predicted El Nino rains hit, I thought it might be fun to try something different. So .... three of our fellow Sweeps hikers did a dry run of an urban walk through San Francisco's Mission District to look at the many beautiful and thought-provoking street murals. It turned out to be a very fun outing, and I think we can manage a small group to do it as a Sweeps event. We started at the 16th Street Bart Station, walked the street murals (with a pastry and coffee stop at an excellent Russian bakery), and ended with lunch at a Mexican restaurant near the 24th Street Bart Station. So, if you feel up to immersion into San Francisco Mission street culture, please jump on your nearest Bart train and join us at 10am in the 16th Street Mission Bart plaza. When you arrive at the 16th Street Mission Station, leave by the SW exit, and take the escalator up to the plaza. See the photos below for a picture of the start location. The weatherman is currently predicting a nice Monday for us. But if the weather ends up looking threatening, check the MeetUp website before heading out Monday morning to confirm that the event is still on. Here is a sample of some of the murals: [https://photos.app.goo.gl/vLBMwRJZvF4YZcQz7](https://photos.app.goo.gl/vLBMwRJZvF4YZcQz7) LIABILITY WAIVER **By joining The Sweeps Hiking Group for any event, you hereby release it's organizers, hosts and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, death and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice or information contained herein. By participating in this event, you assume all risks of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release providers of all liability. It is advisable to consult your doctor before you participate in any physical event or hiking activity. The organizer is not trained for emergency or medical services.

Monday 9am Pt. Isabel Walk - Richmond

We meet at the west side of the circular parking lot and take an 80 minute energizing walk. Some turn back halfway, for a 40 minute walk. Please show up a bit early as we leave promptly at 9:00 am. The walk has both paved and gravel trails. We walk about 20 minutes and pause at a bridge -- and some turn back. Weather permitting, some stay for coffee, etc., at a picnic table near the Sit & Stay Cafe (on the east side of the circular parking lot). Optional: arrive early for unsupervised stretching. Reminder: no dogs. Questions? Please call or e-mail. Mark 510-684-4092 mhe943-meetup@yahoo.com

Tunnel Tops and the Wave Organ

Presidio's Tunnel Tops is no longer the new kid on the block, but it is still a magnificent space with world class views. This Friday roam will take us down from there to the waterfront, and along to the wave organ, another remarkable space to sit and enjoy the elements. We will return on an inland route, through the gardens and back ways of the Presidio. This is almost completely flat, but we will probably walk along the sand for a part of the time. *Bringing water, snacks, and layers for all the microclimates is the way to go.* *These roams are offered by donation. They are one way I am able to pay my rent in San Francisco.* *Punctuality is always appreciated, for the sake of everybody's time. Please send a message on the app before the start if you are running late, and we will either wait (up to ten minutes) of I will direct you on how to catch up. Once we get underway I have to focus on those who are there, and most likely won't respond.* *Generally half the people who sign up don't actually show up on the day. I do track flakiness and remove people who have a poor attendance record. It is discourteous to those on the waitlist who would like to attend.* *Sending me a message explaining that you can't make it is always appreciated.*

Brisk Walk & Shop--SW corner Ordway & Marin, Albany, 11a

We are a warm and friendly group of walkers who like to get a really good cardio workout. We meet at the South West corner of Ordway and Marin. We walk briskly up to Marin circle, and then continue at a moderately fast pace, as far as the top of Marin. If there's a garage sale along the route, we may stop for a few minutes to take a breather and check it out. We welcome newcomers, and often have walkers who walk just part of the route. Over a number of weeks, you can build up the stamina to get to the top of Marin!

Wednesday 9am Walk Albany Bulb

This walk is a 30-60 minute loop with options (some return halfway) and mild elevations. It includes water views, hard-to-spot wildlife, strange sculptures, baffling graffiti, and (optionally) the notorious Mad Marc's Castle (no relation). We meet near the end of the parking lot (see photo and map). Please arrive a bit early as we depart promptly at 9:00 am. A public restroom and bike racks are to the left of the meeting point. Reminder: no dogs. Questions? Please call or email Mark: 510-684-4092 mhe943-meetup@yahoo.com

Friday 9a Walk McLaughlin Park starting from the Albany Bulb parking lot

Please arrive a bit early as we leave promptly at 9:00a. This is a 40-75 minute loop with options (some return halfway) for more ambitious walkers. We meet at the end of the Albany Bulb parking lot. Reminder: no dogs. Questions? Please call or email Mark: 510-684-4092 mhe943-meetup@yahoo.com Optional: arrive early for unsupervised stretching.

Embarcadero Walk & Ferry Building Snacks 🥐

Join us for a relaxed, 30-minute walk along the Embarcadero, followed by snacks or coffee at the Ferry Building. So many great food options! 📅 Saturday, October 24 🕑 10:30am 📍 I’ll let you know day of what I’m wearing so you can find us This event is for adults who don’t have children and don’t plan to have them. Come solo or with a partner/ friend 😊. We look forward to meeting everyone!

WE WALK THE PRESIDIO FROM THE NORTH TO THE SOUTH & BACK

**UPDATES:** This is only the 2nd time we do this version of this walk. We had some bad luck the first time, Sep. 26th, as a young woman got sick. However, 3 of our attendees jumped in and helped her and took her to a hospital. The fact that they helped so fast showed how good some of our attendees are. For a couple days we had no one upload any photos of the walk and then 2 attendees uploaded 10 photos! This is a great walk, and the photos help show it. Below are the 10 photos: [WE WALK THE PRESIDIO FROM THE NORTH TO THE SOUTH & BACK (Sep 26, 2026) Photos](https://www.meetup.com/walking-in-sf/photos/36194637/) This walk is very special because we will start at the Northern part of the Presidio as we usually do, but we will head South to see special things such as Redwood trees, great views at Inspiration Point and wild animals such as coyotes. Also, we will visit the historic Presidio Officers' Club, which is one of the 2 largest free museums in the Presidio. When we walked this route last, Sep 26th, we had some good luck. We came to a large, fenced flower garden and we were the only people there. Also, our lunch spot had a half dozen wooden lunch tables and chairs. We had all of it for ourselves! We will gather at 11:00 AM in front of the Presidio's Transit Center at 215 Graham Street. We will end back at our starting point a little before 4:00 PM. The only cost is $5 cash per adult, kids always free. The $5 is collected at the middle of the walk. Attendance Max = 60. One guest is allowed per member if put on the RSVP. For most attendees the best way to get there is to take the free PresidiGo bus. It will leave the bus stop on Drumm Street in front of the Hyatt Regency near Market Street at 10:32 AM and arrive at our starting point, a little before 11:00 AM. The bus will stop to pick up passengers at other stops along the way. Below is Saturday's schedule of the PresidiGo bus going from downtown SF to the Presidio, and be sure that you look at the Weekend schedule: [PresidiGo Downtown Shuttle Schedule | Presidio – San Francisco, CA](https://www.presidio.gov/transportation/presidigo/downtown-shuttle-schedule) Also, there are other ways to get there and return such as the SF Muni bus 43 Masonic, which also stops at our starting point. Here is a link: [43 Masonic | SFMTA](https://www.sfmta.com/routes/43-masonic) At 11:10 AM we will start walking around to look at nearby sites. Then at Noon we will eat our lunches outside, not far from our starting point. Attendees have the choice of either bringing a sack lunch or buying one at the many food trucks and booths there. We may have to sit on the grass for lunch because we don't know how crowded the area will be Saturday. After lunch we will explore other parts of the Presidio such as Inspiration Point. We will be sure to get back to the Presidio's Transit Center before 4:00 PM because the PresidiGo bus going back to downtown SF will be leaving at 4:00 PM. These buses leave exactly one hour apart on the hour. See the schedule below: [PresidiGo Downtown Shuttle Schedule | Presidio – San Francisco, CA](https://www.presidio.gov/transportation/presidigo/downtown-shuttle-schedule) This will be a relatively easy walk: we will be taking in the sights and not walking fast or far. However, there is a lot of up and down walking. This walking group is for humans only. No dogs or other animals allowed.

Sweeney and Milagra ridge from Rockaway beach, ~9,7mile, 1900' elev.