The Marina and Cow Hollow---een

Heads up- I may be bringing Aspyn the dog with me this time.

Let's visit the neighborhoods of Cow Hollow and The Marina and see what fun things they may have come up with for Halloween.

We meet in front of The Marina Branch Library (restrooms) on Chestnut near Webster and begin walking PROMPTLY AT 5:30. Please arrive a few minutes early to check in and use the facilities. The walk will take about 2 hours and will end at Chestnut near Steiner, about 2 blocks away from our starting point. The Marina is mostly flat, but we hit some up and down hills in Cow Hollow. About half way through there may be one restroom opportunity, but in the evening it's open inconsistently. We'll take our chances, but no promises. Plan accordingly.

We start in the Marina, head towards Cow Hollow almost to Pacific Heights, wander towards the Palace of Fine Arts and zig zag back to the Marina where we hit the big daddy of the neighborhood, - a street in The Marina famous for its Halloween fever. This two-block stretch goes all out for the holiday and is definitely worth the walk to get to it. Along the way we'll seek out all sorts of decorations and displays. The tackier the better, I think! Skeletons, witches, zombies, and ghosts await us. And pumpkins. So many pumpkins.

GETTING THERE: The Marina Branch Library is on Chestnut near Webster, part of the Moscone Recreation Center and just east of the dog run. Parking is neighborhood and can be difficult as people return home from work. You may have some luck on Fillmore, past the Marina Middle School. There are several paid parking garages nearby,

MUNI bus #30 (Stockton) lands directly in front of the library on Chestnut. Line #22 (Fillmore) ends its run a block away at Chestnut and Fillmore. Lines #43 (Masonic) and #28 (19th Avenue) are have stops one block south of that on Lombard and Fillmore.

DOGS: Friendly, well-behaved dogs are always welcome on my walks. They must remain on leash at all times. I MAY BE BRINGING A DOG WITH ME.

ATTENDANCE- We ask that our members respect our RSVP Policy and only sign up if they are certain they are able to come. No-shows, place-holding, and consistent late cancels are noted and can lead to removal from the group without warning. If you have a change of plans, please update your RSVP. Crashers will be turned away. This walk is only open to San Francisco City Steps members.

WHAT TO BRING: Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Water and extra for your dog. We won't be stopping for a snack break, so if you get peckish bring something you can eat while walking. Your camera - we love to see your photos! Your sense of adventure, camaraderie, and fun!

LIABILITY- You are responsible for your own safety on all San Francisco City Steps meetups. Your "Yes" RSVP indicates that you have read and agree to the liability waiver which can be found at the bottom of every Meetup.com page.

WEATHER- The forecast shows a slight possibility of showers on Tuesday afternoon. If so, they should end well before our walk, We walk in a sprinkle, but rain cancels. I will keep an eye on it, and if we have to cancel, I will do so by 12 Noon on Tuesday, In the event of a cancel, both Meetup and I will send you an email.