
What we’re about
Any & all who wish to meet great people , make new friends, network, explore unique & hidden places in nature all over the Bay area. Many Outings are wine related, but optional to participate in. Not a runners group , as we are more into exploratory hikes, photography, adventure, biking, Zip Lining, kayaking, Art & Wine & Cultural tours, Hawaii adventure trips & more. There are over 40 different events & outings to take part in. Outdoor treks are rated as very easy to extreme. No boring point A to point B hikes. All ages are welcome & some events are kid & dog friendly. I have over 25 years experience conducting outings to places most never knew existed. or have seldom seen.
These events bring people closer together & by days end all are usually one big happy family. Most outings end with an always fun optional social dinner gathering. Some events require equipment rentals & must be pre-paid. Other outings ask for a reasonable donation . * Most all outings include: Water, Juices, Tea, Energy & protein Drinks, Coffee lattes, an abundant variety of trail bars, other snacks, Gourmet Fruit & Nut packs, hiking poles, jackets, hats, gloves, parking fees, car pooling, shuttles, personal Wine varietals, & a ton of fun.
You may bring a guest with you. But be advised; come once & you may be hooked.
So get out there with us. You won't be disappointed.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Beautiful Benelux - Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg Trip!Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Our friends at Photofly Travel Club ( https://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) have planned an extraordinary to Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg (Benelux).
June 5 - June 16, 2025
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/belgium-luxembourg-netherlands-group-tour/
- 11 Nights/12 Days
- Luxembourg (2 N) | Belgium (5 N) | Netherlands (4 N)
- Charming boutique hotels
- Breakfast daily
- 2 Dinners
- Privately guided adventures
Luxembourg (2 Nights)
- City Walking Tour
- Pont Adolphe: Capture stunning views and photos over the Petrusse Ravine
- Place d'Armes: Lively public square located in the heart of the city’s old town
- Mullerthal Trail Hike: Often referred to as "Little Switzerland" of Luxembourg, this guided scenic hike winds through lush forests, dramatic rock formations, and picturesque valleys
- Vianden Castle & Chairlift: This stunning, hilltop fortress dates back to the Romanesque and Gothic periods
Belgium (5 Nights)
Experience Dinant!
- Discover Dinant: Privately guided walking tour
- Collegiate Church of Notre Dame:
- Dinant Citadel: Discover the historic fortress perched high above the town with stunning panoramic views
- Cruise the river Meuse: A scenic and relaxing way to experience the beauty of the Meuse River and its stunning surroundings
Experience Brussels!
- City Walking Tour
- Grand Place: The central square of Brussels, renowned for its stunning architecture and historical significance, featuring ornate guild halls and the impressive Town Hall
- Atomium: Designed to resemble an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times symbolizing scientific progress and innovation, this iconic structure is a delight to photograph
- Manneken Pis: This famous bronze statue depicts a small boy urinating into a fountain, and has become a beloved symbol of the city’s irreverent sense of humor.
- Chocolate Museum & Private Chocolate Making Class: Dive into the gourmet world of cocoa and chocolate.
Experience Ghent!
- Day Trip to Ghent: Guided tour throughout the highlights of this storied city with a rich history, stunning architecture, and lively cultural scene.
- St. Bavo’s Cathedral
- Gravensteen Castle: The "Castle of the Counts," as its known, stands as a remarkable testament to Ghent's medieval past
- Ghent Canal Cruise: Enjoy a serene and picturesque way to explore the city's stunning medieval architecture
Experience Bruges!
- City Walking Tour
- Market Square & The Belfry
- Burg Square: This charming square features the striking Gothic-style Town Hall, built in the 14th century, and the Basilica of the Holy Blood, which houses a revered relic that draws visitors from near and far.
- Church of Our Lady: Explore this architectural gem that showcases a stunning blend of Gothic and Romanesque styles.
- Cruise the canals of Bruge: Encounter the city's enchanting waterways, with its medieval bridges and fairy-tale architecture framing every turn.
- Menin Gate Memorial: Witness this solemn tribute to the thousands of soldiers who went missing in action during World War I
- WWI Battlefields: Embark on a sobering journey through the scarred landscape where some of the fiercest fighting of the Great War took place.
Netherlands (4 Nights)
Experience Rotterdam!
- Cube Houses: See and photograph this iconic architecture, a striking example of urban ingenuity.
- Experience Rotterdam: Free time to explore the city’s bold architectural innovation, bustling food stalls, & vibrant art scene-
- Museum Quarter Art Depot: See and photograph this groundbreaking facility from the outside and housing an impressive collection of over 150,000 works
- Optional: Iconic Dutch windmills & the country's oldest city: Take a waterbus to capture the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk against the backdrop of canals and green fields.
Experience The Hague!
- The Hague City Highlights: Guided driving tour of the city's most notable locations
- Peace Palace: An architectural masterpiece and symbol of international justice
- Scheveningen Beach: Explore The Hague’s lively seaside escape
- The Madurodam, a country in miniature: Discover this unique park showcasing the Netherlands' most iconic landmarks
Experience Amsterdam!
Optional fast-pass entry to...- Van Gogh Museum OR Rijksmuseum
- Guided walking tour
- Dam Square & Royal Palace
- The Floating Flower Market
- Ann Frank House
Join Us!
For our solo travelers I will pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.
Price: $4,395
Single Supplement: $895Deposit: $600
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/belgium-luxembourg-netherlands-group-tour/ - UPSCALE HOUSE PARTY, 30-65!SUNNYVALE, CA, Sunnyvale, CA$35.00
Join us for a fun House Party at a lovely home in the heart of the Silicon Valley, in Sunnyvale! Includes food and drinks! Meet single professionals ages 30-65. Dress to impress. Saturday, June 14, 2025.
DISCOUNT TICKETS: $35/early birds; $45/regular price. We have limited space. You will be emailed the private address a day before the party, but only if you buy a ticket online.
CO-SPONSORED by Society of Single Professionals, Bay Area Singles Travel, Your Asian Connection, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups! All parties benefit The Seva Foundation, www.seva.org, to restore sight to the blind!
MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com.
· Peninsula Speed Dating, all ages, May 15, Burlingame
· Saturday Soiree for 50+, May 17, Palo Alto
· Charity Fundraiser Concert & Dance Party, all ages, May 24, Mill Valley
· Mansion Poolside Party Dinner/Dance, all ages, May 24, East Bay Hills
· It’s Just Breakfast, 40s & 50s, May 25, Sausalito
· Middle Age Mixer, May 29, San Francisco
· Saturday Night Fever Speed Dating/DiscoParty, 40s & 50s, May 31, SF
· Wine Tasting Party, 50+, June 1, Martinez
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40-55, June 7, Sunnyvale
· Welcome Summer Speed Dating, 30s and 40s, June 8, Tiburon
· Upscale House Party, 30-65, June 14, Sunnyvale
· Summer Matchmaking Party, 35-55, June 21, San Francisco
· North Bay Speed Dating, 40s and 50s, June 22, Petaluma
· Desi Speed Dating, 30s & 40s, June 28, Sunnyvale
· Advanced Degrees Mixer, adults of all ages, July 5, San Francisco
· Salsa Night! All ages, July 12, San RafaelFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.
- AWESOME HISTORIC SAW MILL DEMOS, SHIRE HORSESGARDENS, BAT & BUDDAH FOREST WALKPETALUMA LIBRARY, PETALUMA, CA
**** DON'T EVEN THINK OF MISSING THIS GREAT FATHER'S DAY ADVENTURE ! *****
Details: A unique & interesting , fun filled Blast from the past !
****** WE WILL CARPOOL FROM THE PETALUMA LIBRARY IN FRONT BY THE FAIRGROUNDS ENTRANCE.!!!!! REMEMBER : THIS IS ON FATHER'S DAY !!!!
*******Our first stop will be to indulge in California's # 2 or #3 rated Bakery for some of their delicious creations as we tour the lush gardens .
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**** After this stop we have to hurry to get to the awesome Sturgeon Saw Mill & all the unique activities going on there. **This place will amaze you & and is only open 4 weekends a year. ***P.S. Don't miss the ****Shire horse demos. **** THE SAW MILL EXPERIENCE IS QUITE UNIQUE & IS ENJOYED BY ALL AGES. ****THIS IS A STILL OPERATING 1910 STEAM POWERED SAW MILL WITH PLENTY OF UNIQUE DEMONSTRATIONS !! ************
******We will have our picnic lunch under the redwoods & entertained by a Hawaiian Ukelele band ! ***** NOTE: ( you may bring your lunch or you may purchase fresh food there). There also are beautiful lush garden paths, along with blacksmith creations & other unique equipment & demos ! *** So, hold your ears when the work steam whistles roar !!!
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So if you want to do something very special: **** Sign up for this Experience. ***Also included: I'll have personal wine varietals for you, along with water, trail bars, gourmet fruit & nut packs, other drinks galore.
****NOTE: Aways bring a jacket & shoes with good grip bottoms. And all this for your EVENT DONATION OF $22, Indie Tom Delivers.!! So forget that Ho Hum ordinary hike or other event you were considering, & Experience an INDIE TOM ADVENTURE. ******* And one hard rule is No Shows are Forbidden !!!! (No SHOWS risk being dropped from meetup) Members can also prepay & receive a credit for another event if they cant make it !!!!!!******NOTE: The Sawmill closes at 3:00 pm.************************
*AFTER THE SAW MILL ,we will go a short way to enter the FOREST OF ANCIENT TREES & EXPLORE ON OUR WALK TO SEE IF THE RESIDENT BATS ARE HOME TO VIEW !!!! DON'T MISS THIS. AND THIS ALSO INCLUDES AN UPCLOSE VIEW OF THE HUGE WOOD CARVED BUDDAH SHRINE !!!
***WHAT A UNIQUE & INTERESTING EVENT TO SHARE !!!!
OK ! Mark your calendars & you may contact me by calling or texting me at 925 787 3041 . The Chat Line does not always work on Meetup ?
********* MY email is: boldbackroads@gmail.com ****** - Summer Matchmaking Party!HARLEQUIN, San Francisco, CA$45.00
Start off the Summer RIGHT with someone special, 35-55, who shares your core values, at this fun party at an upscale venue! Matchbox is sweeping the nation, with parties in major cities across America. Please check-in 15 minutes early. Dress to impress. Saturday, June 21, 2025, 7-9pm.
DISCOUNT TICKETS: $45 (early birds). $55 (advance). $65 (door).
Matching will be powered by Matchbox**. It’s a software that uses relationship science to find you your most compatible match at the party. It’s also the same technology behind the Marriage Pact, a tradition at 100+ universities that’s matched more than half a million people to date.HOW IT WORKS:
– Upon arrival, you’ll take a matching questionnaire built by Matchbox’s team of relationship scientists.
– The Matchbox algorithm will identify your optimal match at the party, based on relationship science, AI, and Nobel Prize-winning economics.
– After mingling with the whole group, matches are revealed (3 rounds of matches)
WHO IT’S FOR:
– The matching process is highly intentional—come with an open mind!
– If your match isn’t love at first sight, that’s okay! The algorithm is designed for long-term compatibility, so at baseline, you’ll be values-aligned.
– At the end of the day, this will be a great group of single people. Enjoy meeting everyone, and remember to be kind.EVENT STRUCTURE:
– This event is highly intentional and the matching will proceed on schedule. Please be on time.
– 7:00pm—the event begins on time
– 7:30pm—doors close, group match- - 8:00pm - first match
– 8:20pm—second match
– 8:40pm—third match
– 9:00pm—event concludes
LOCATION: The Harlequin, 68 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103. Conveniently located near BART and MUNI. Paid parking available at giant Fifth & Mission Garage.
**FAQs:**
**Q: What is your refund policy?**
A: We need to balance the party, and that involves planning! So no refunds can be granted within 5 days of the event.
**Q: What if I don’t get a match?**
A: We aim to maintain a 50/50 male to female ratio but cannot guarantee that all attendees will show up, as life happens. If there is an uneven split, some matches will be paired platonically. But we hope you might make new friends.
**Q: How many interactions can I expect??**
A: Maximize your chances of connection! We highly encourage you to mingle with fellow participants before and after the structured activities. During the event, you'll first connect with others in a small group based on your shared interests, followed by personalized one-on-one connections.CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.
MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com.
· Charity Fundraiser Concert & Dance Party, all ages, May 24, Mill Valley
· Mansion Poolside Party Dinner/Dance, all ages, May 24, East Bay Hills
· It’s Just Breakfast, 40s & 50s, May 25, Sausalito
· Middle Age Mixer, May 29, San Francisco
· Saturday Night Fever Speed Dating/DiscoParty, 40s & 50s, May 31, SF
· Wine Tasting Party, 50+, June 1, Martinez
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40-55, June 7, Sunnyvale
· Welcome Summer Speed Dating, 30s and 40s, June 8, Tiburon
· Upscale House Party, 30-65, June 14, Sunnyvale
· Summer Matchmaking Party, 35-55, June 21, San Francisco
· North Bay Speed Dating, 40s and 50s, June 22, Petaluma
· Desi Speed Dating, 30s & 40s, June 28, Sunnyvale
· Independence Eve Speed Dating, July 3, Palo Alto
· Advanced Degrees Mixer, adults of all ages, July 5, San Francisco
· Salsa Night! All ages, July 12, San Rafael
· Summer Night Delight, 40s and 50s, July 19, San Carlos
· Midsummer Happy Hour, 30-59, San FranciscoFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
- - 8:00pm - first match