What We Do
Stressed out? Want to get fit? Enjoy an invigorating walk/hike in Morgan
Hill, California. The pace is moderate and includes hills! People of all
ages are welcome. Dogs on a leash are also welcome. We walk rain or shine, and
under street lights on winter evenings. On occasion, we organize special weekend
trips to interesting places in the San Francisco Bay region. If you're thinking
of training for a backcountry hike or would like to stay in shape between backpacking
trips, this is a fun and easy way to do it!
Who We Are
The Morgan Hill Walking Group is a loose-knit group of residents of Morgan
Hill, California, and the surrounding area, who like to walk for fitness and
fun. Some of us have been regularly walking the neighborhoods in our town since
1985!
Meeting Location and Walking Times
Meet by the large red
and white "Morgan Hill Center" sign in the shopping center parking lot at
the corner of West Main Avenue and Hale Avenue. See
map.
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Click on the thumbnail at left or get the PDF to see our usual weekday evening walking route. We leave the parking lot at 6:05 p.m. sharp and walk the route in a clockwise fashion, ending at the starting point about 7 p.m. If you arrive late, you may be able to join the group somewhere along the route. |
Newcomer Tips
Wear comfortable walking shoes or lightweight hiking boots, and layered outerwear
appropriate for the weather. An umbrella or rain gear are suggested for wet
weather. You may also want to carry a small water bottle and wear a hat and
sunglasses on warm, sunny days. A flashlight and reflective strips on clothing
are recommended for evening walks in the dark when we're on Pacific Standard
Time, although we usually make do with available street lights.
The weekday evening walks are easier and are recommended for beginners. Our
Saturday walks are generally more strenuous: The usual routine takes us from
the Morgan Hill Center parking lot to the water tank on El Toro, an elevation
gain of about 630 ft. Total distance covered per day is about 3 miles. If you
are out of shape and haven't walked for a while, consider joining the group
on weekday evenings and walk regularly for a couple of weeks before attempting
the Saturday walk. Then you'll say, "That
was easy," instead of becoming discouraged and quitting before you
really started!
Members may elect to skip walking on some holidays, or if the weather is very
nasty. If no one else shows up at the appointed place and time, try again on
the next walking day!
Spread the Word
Help spread the word about the group's activities with a
printable PDF flyer that
you can post in your workplace or give to friends.
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Contact
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Email us
or call Marie at (408) 779-7592. |
Updated 2011-10-07.
