South Bay 50+ Social Hikers

This hike will start at the Pichetti Ranch Winery and cross over the road and into Stevens Creek Park and up to Maise's peak for a valley view. A total of 7.1 miles and 1414' Elevation gain across two hills. The Weather forecast says "just perfect" as usual. About 50/50 shaded tho so you'll still want to bring that sun protection. The usual tick and poison oak precautions apply. There is a section on the trail where you may hear small arms fire. Do not be alarmed or try to return fire, we will not be in Eastern Ukraine, just the nearby gun range. But if your nerves become tattered, you can hit the tasting room at Pichetti and relax with some red wine. Limited parking so highly recommend carpooling:
http://www.groupcarpool.com/t/kyuhop
You might ask "Does a perfect day end at noon? Because that would just be a perfect morning." That is why we will continue the post hike revelry at Dish 'N Dash at 20750 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014. Everyone will order at the counter here so we pay separately. We will not have a reserved table so we will need to grab tables outside when we arrive.
The IOPQ this week will be: What is your favorite sandwich and, is a cheeseburger a sandwich?
DO NOT ATTEND if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system, or if you've been exposed to or tested positive for COVID-19.
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Disclaimer: The South Bay Over 50 Social Hiking Group and its event organizer and members are not responsible for your safety. Outdoor activities are inherently dangerous. By signing up for these events, you agree to release the South Bay Over 50 Social Hiking Group and its event organizer and members from any responsibility, liability, or claim in law or in equity. If you don't agree to these terms, DO NOT join this meetup event. The South Bay Over 50 Social Hiking Group does not certify the expertise of its event organizer - I am a volunteer. All hike distances, routes and elevation gains are approximations and can vary from time to time. You are responsible for yourself. Please come prepared with appropriate hiking shoes, poles, hat, sunscreen, first aid, food, gear, electrolytes, and water. You should consult your physician if you have any medical conditions that might limit your ability to engage in this type of activity.

Let's do a 3 hour volunteer shift sorting food at the Curtner Second Harvest location & then go somewhere for lunch. You must sign up for the shift and if this is your first time volunteering for Second Harvest you will also need to fill out the volunteer application. Sign up here: 9AM shift Wednesday, May 20th Everyone will go directly to the waiting list. Once you confirm that you have secured a spot with second harvest, comment on the event & I will add you to the going list.

I have done this several times & it feels like a very good use of my volunteer time. Unlike other places I have volunteered at, I am usefully employed the entire time. They also play music which helps the time fly by LOL. I'm open to suggestions for lunch places after as well, otherwise we will likely end up at Vito's Trattoria since they have nice outdoor seating & good food.

Be sure to dress warmly as it is quite chilly inside the warehouse. I especially like to wear wool socks so my feet don't get cold on the concrete floor.

We will meet out front at 8:50 but if you come once we've gone in use the rightmost entrance. Note that if you come in more than a few minutes late you will not be allowed to participate so try to be early.