Canyoneering San Francisco

Rock Climbing @ Pacific Pipe, Oakland

Let's go Rock Climbing at Oakland's very own Pacifc Pipe, the nation's largest rock climbing gym! All skill levels are welcome. Day Pass: $35 Shoe Rental: $4

🌿 San Andreas Lake Trail Walk & Canyon Inn🌿

Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping

Unreal hoodoos? Check. Slot canyons? Majestic overlooks? Check. All this and more (like heated tents with electricity) await you during our Women’s Hiking and Glamping in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon weekend adventure! **BRYCE CANYON HIKING AND BEGINNER-FRIENDLY CANYONEERING** Escape to prehistoric Utah where you’ll hike stupid-pretty trails in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park. Wade through the Virgin River below 1,500′ canyon walls in the Narrows. Spend an entire day exploring Bryce Canyon National Park. Ghost the tourists as you wander deep into orange hoodoos. Explore areas of Zion so remote, they can only be reached by rappelling, scrambling, and down-climbing on a beginner-friendly canyoneering route. **ZION NATIONAL PARK’S SCOUT LOOKOUT** Beastmaster up the West Rim Trail to Scout Lookout and enjoy some of the best views in Zion National Park. You’ll hike through Refrigerator Canyon, and shimmy up all 21 of Walters Wiggles to Scout Lookout with panoramic views of Zion Canyon and Virgin River. Afterward, dry your pits as you descend the trail to an easier hike around the scenic streams of Upper and Lower Emerald Pools. **GLAMPING** Every night you’ll rest your head in Insta-worthy glamping tents bordering Zion National Park. Kick it by the campfire under a diamond sky with goddesses who aren’t afraid to get dirty. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/adventures/hiking-glamping-zion-bryce-canyon](https://explorerchick.com/adventures/hiking-glamping-zion-bryce-canyon) **Say Hello 👋** 💻 Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Moab Hiking, Rappelling, And Off Road Weekend

Your salt lamp is trying its best to inspire but sometimes, you need the real thing. Escape into the russet vistas and sublime arches of this 4-day women’s multisport adventure in stunning Moab, Utah. This is your golden ticket to lace up those hiking boots and leave real life behind as we explore both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Marvel at the colossal swoops of sandstone that frame the breathtaking landscapes like a picture. Summon your inner mountain goat as you scramble up slick rock and skip across sand dunes. Escape the crowds to discover an otherworldly quiet no meditation app can inspire. Slip into a realm that seems plucked from another dimension, brimming with rock dunes, fins, and hidden slot canyons. Suit up, tie in, and prepare to rappel over 100 feet to the secret canyon floor below. Then do it all over again (AND AGAIN) on a beginner-friendly canyoneering adventure. You’ll scramble, downclimb, and maybe even wade through gorgeous, remote slot canyons. End the day with a stunning sunset hike to the most iconic spot in all of Utah. Show off those sick carpool skills as you climb into the driver’s seat of an off-road vehicle. Let the sand slap your face and the wind tangle your hair as you become one with ancient desert lore. Unearth ancient relics and dinosaur bones while navigating tunnels, ravines, hills, and arches. We’ll explore the unique town of Moab and check out the funky shops, food truck park, and restaurants all tucked in between two National Parks. Every day is a new adventure followed by the promise of the best night’s sleep of your life. Your unforgettable Moab Multisport Weekend starts with a breezy rendezvous at an airport hotel in Salt Lake City followed by a 3 night stay in our private Explorer Chick House. Hop in the SHE-nanigan Shuttle and let your guides handle the rest. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-moab-national-parks-multisport-weekend/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-moab-national-parks-multisport-weekend/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

FREE Mushroom Class: "Can I Eat That?"

FREE Mushroom Classes: "Can I eat that?" Learn edible & toxic species with Carrie Staller * 10/14 - Benicia Library - 6pm * 10/17 - Larkspur Library - 11am * 10/20 - Mill Valley Library - 6pm No Registration Needed! **About Fork In The Path** Fork In The Path offers transformational foraging experiences in California for the adventurous of all ages. You can check us out on Instagram [here](https://www.instagram.com/forkinthepath100//).

Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend

\#\# Moab Booty Buster Bust your booty on the best trails in Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. We squeeze a week of activity into a long weekend on this 4 day women’s hiking trip to Moab, Utah. Your weekend has been carefully curated and “in the field” tested by your Explorer Chick team! We’ve spent YEARS playing in this outdoor mecca in the desert. You’ll squeeze in some serious ground over the course of a long weekend working on those hiker booty gains. Explore six arches in one hiking trail to discover the namesake of Arches National Park. Witness the power of wind as you trek among iconic red rock formations where over 2,000 arches have been documented. Descend down layers of red, pink, brown, and white sandstone to enjoy a well-earned lunch on the White Rim of the Colorado River. Wander through red rock slot canyons, among sandstone hoodoos, and across wind-eroded plains in the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. Feel like you’re on a desert planet as you admire the vast and desolately beautiful landscapes. Catch an unforgettable sunrise at Deadhorse Point State Park as you sip your coffee and munch on your breakfast. Next, gear up and hit the trail in Canyonlands to conquer the steepest trail in the park. (You’ve got this!) You better believe we wouldn’t let you miss this! Your reward after a brief hike? One of the most famous geological structures in the world. Gaze in awe at some of Mama Nature’s best work before taking your turn to pose in the photo op sweet spot. Every day, expect to be challenged by a new trail, and a new horizon, and new friends. Your thighs will sing every day as you walk a new hiking trail, admire a new desert horizon, and conquer a new national park! Your heart will swoon every night as you kick off your dusty hiking boots, share bad jokes, and enjoy fresh-made meals in the Explorer Chick lodging. We’ll enjoy the occasional meal out and even squeeze in some time for you to meander and shop in the funky town of Moab. Your weekend of epic Moab hikes begins with an easy rendezvous at a Salt Lake City airport hotel—we take care of all the transportation from there! (Phew, did we mention this is all going down in four days?!) **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/moab-and-arches-national-parks-hiking-weekend/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/moab-and-arches-national-parks-hiking-weekend/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Glen Park Canyon hike / Italian, French, German / TextQuilting

**Ciao a tutti!** **Cerco partner per studiare italiano/inglese/francese/tedesco** **con il mio metodo TextQuilting,** **basato sulla lettura ad alta voce** **per migliorare pronuncia e fluidità.** **Sono la fondatrice di TextQuilting dal 2019** **Mi trovi sul sito LanguageExchangeForReal.org** **Offro inglese fluente** **(vivo a San Francisco, CA da oltre 20 anni; sono cittadina americana).** **Puoi vedere il mio accento taiwanese-americano su YouTube:** **cercando "Sewing / Gravity Defying Series"** **e decidere se ti piace.** **Spero che tu usi Google Drive per leggere i PDF facilmente.** **Parlo solo inglese + qualche frase base ("Ciao", "Prego", "Come stai?"),** **ma comprendo molto di più** **perché ho letto più o meno 30 libri in italiano.** **Leggo i libri direttamente in italiano senza bisogno della versione inglese.** **Per esempio,** **quelli di Nicola Cinquetti,** **di Roberto Piumini,** **di Beatrice Masini,** **di Luca Mazzucchelli, ecc.** **Spero che tu diventi il mio bel compagno di studio** **con cui scambiarci lezioni utili, preziose per le nostre vite separate –** **tu applichi quelle dei libri del mio TextQuilting nella tua vita,** **e io applico quelle che imparo da te nella mia.** **Dio ti benedica, 🌿** **Yeh, Ching Chi** **+1 415 756 3577 (mainly voicemail)** **[aidabach@gmail.com](mailto:aidabach@gmail.com) (check regularly)** **Founder of TextQuilting Embroidery** **Founder of Gravity Defying Series for fabric containers** **My TextQuilting Embroidery Work list:** **[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KXQRCpkUAOQFPtxkWK-Gx87rvh94LSxo9yy01udLo5k/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KXQRCpkUAOQFPtxkWK-Gx87rvh94LSxo9yy01udLo5k/edit?usp=sharing)** **Text Before and After TextQuilting:** **[https://drive.google.com/file/d/186wCp_kJneVqRubR8ZB_ip2dw6mcdTGb/view?usp=drive_link](https://drive.google.com/file/d/186wCp_kJneVqRubR8ZB_ip2dw6mcdTGb/view?usp=drive_link)** **My Gravity Defying Series (Sewing) Projects:** **[https://youtu.be/N8nVL-9GoR4?si=TtEp6_HF90JL351t](https://youtu.be/N8nVL-9GoR4?si=TtEp6_HF90JL351t)** **My Seeking Studying Partner Site:** **[https://languageexchangeforreal.org/](https://languageexchangeforreal.org/)** **[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZOLEOQ5teEla40OPYEEY_qRr8lG1dStP/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZOLEOQ5teEla40OPYEEY_qRr8lG1dStP/view?usp=sharing)** **誠徵學伴，找一起學外文的同好，義法德英。** **心法：** **讀書破萬卷，下筆如有神。** **限誠心樂意讀書的人。** **本人追尋臺灣大學呂世浩的博士指導，阮芝生教授的速讀秘技 →** **「讀書最快的方式是逐字逐句做句讀。」** **目前書單（不完全列出 textquilting project）** **[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KXQRCpkUAOQFPtxkWK-Gx87rvh94LSxo9yy01udLo5k/edit?usp=sharing ](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KXQRCpkUAOQFPtxkWK-Gx87rvh94LSxo9yy01udLo5k/edit?usp=sharing)** **我自修習得的英語朗誦範本如下：** **[https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnAj-e75qPR0E9DOdUwVAuphSlRMbac53](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnAj-e75qPR0E9DOdUwVAuphSlRMbac53)** **鄙人高中同等學歷，** **住美國加州，家境不富裕，沒上名校，** **現在上油管大學 (Youtube University)。** **年約六十，社交圈近幾為零，乃一標準劉姥姥（老土包子），** **自娛方式只能以自修讀外文書，自我安慰，美其名為擴展視野。** **本人是電腦文盲，不會中打(想學）；也不會繪圖（也想學）；也想學彈電子琴。** **歡迎一起讀書學外文。** **Dieu te bénisse, 🌿**

Yosemite Camping - Tuolumne Meadows - Hiking n Alpine Lakes - Fall Edition

Camping, Hiking, and Beach play at one of the most pristine spots in Yosemite - around Tioga Pass Rd and Tuolumne Meadows. Spots are limited. People can do things on their own or with the group. Please respond to all the questions when you RSVP and I'll shortlist people for the lottery based on those who meet the pre-reqs. Will reach out to shortlisted people with next steps. **Your spot is confirmed only after you confirm via venmo/zelle** and there's no refund unless the trip is cancelled, so please commit accordingly. If someone can't confirm/pay within a couple of days, they will be back to No Go/WL. Same for anyone who hasn't provided the requisite level of details. * $20-$35 pp per day (includes camping permit and firewood) * Prior camping experience is recommended if your attendance is contingent on carpool or someone else joining, just let me know in the RSVP answers. As always - respect the wilderness, LNT, and follow trail etiquette. Rain or shine :) If you don't know about the "Leave No Trace" principles, please look it up or this event is not suitable for you. Please carry 10 essentials:) INDEMNITY - This group, its organisers, event hosts, volunteers, or its members are not liable for any DUI, accidents or incidents at the venue or outside. By RSVPing or attending any event, you agree to WAIVE any LIABILITY. The hosts and organisers of this meetup group are indemnified for any actions taken within and outside this meetup group. They are not liable for any misuse, abuse, or misconduct by this group's members or anyone in the general public. Members are responsible for their own conduct within and outside this group

Yosemite Half Dome Backpacking

Hit your bucket list with all the feels on this women’s guided hiking and backpacking weekend! During your Yosemite Half Dome Hike adventure, tour Yosemite National Park as you climb the famous cables of Half Dome with ladies who do their own stunts. Live out every last one of those John Muir nature quotes in the backcountry of Yosemite National Park. Mountains calling? Check. Between two pines? Check. Walk with nature? Double-check. **GUIDED BACKPACKING IN YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK BACKCOUNTRY** Romp through the backcountry on a demanding, yet epic backpacking trip. Meet your new woman crushes in the Yosemite Valley as the landscape gives way to mountains, waterfalls, and a piney perfume that’ll make Yankee Candle totally jelly. Mother Nature swiped ALL THE WAY right. Leave the phone on airplane mode to immerse yourself in stunning national park backcountry over the course of four epic days. Climb steep, challenging trails to look down upon the Valley with a panoramic view that includes Mt. Starr King, Half Dome, Nevada Falls, Illilouette Falls, and plenty of ant-sized tourists with tiny selfie sticks. **HALF DOME: HIKING TO THE TOP** Fuel up for the real MVP—the famous cables of Half Dome! Blast that hiker booty (and bring plenty of water) while ascending 500 feet up a .5 mile of steps carved into the rock. Then, the real fun begins. It’s a 400-foot gain up the top of Half Dome with some points at 70%+ grades. Pace your footwork on wooden slabs spaced out on the climb as you get the upper body workout of a lifetime. Worth it? HELL YES! **BACKPACKING EQUIPMENT PROVIDED** Don’t have backpacking equipment, but can Beastmaster the stairs? Perfect. Explorer Chick has you covered with: * a backpack * sleeping bag * sleeping pad * shared tent All you need to do is show up for this Yosemite Half Dome Hike to backpack like a boss and get that National Parks bucket list checked. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/adventures/yosemite-half-dome-hike-backpacking](https://explorerchick.com/adventures/yosemite-half-dome-hike-backpacking/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: hello@explorerchick.com 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Shenandoah Hiking, Winery, And Sunsets Weekend

**Summits And Sips** Imagine finally treating yourself to a girls’ weekend. Only instead of sitting on someone’s living room floor fielding texts from your partner (“WHERE IS MY PRESCRIPTION NASAL SPRAY”) you’re hiking the Appalachian Trail. Eating picnics you didn’t have to pack. And tossing back Virginia wine with women who make you laugh until a you pee a little. Trade the daily hustle for mountain magic with the ultimate long weekend hiking in Shenandoah National Park. This is a more laid-back hiking adventure––active without being hardcore. We’ll explore sections of the Appalachian Trail by day, including Mary’s Rock, Whiteoak Canyon, and Hawksbill Mountain. And we’ll savor golden sunset hikes to Bearfence and Stony Man before our evening PJ parties. Our SHE-nanigan Shuttle will be conveniently parked to save us from sweary uphill climbs, whisking us away to our trailheads, an afternoon wine tasting, and our picturesque lodges with local, chef-made meals. This much beauty and sisterhood in one long weekend will feel illegal. But we promise the park rangers won’t kick us out. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-shenandoah-hiking-winery-and-sunsets-weekend/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/womens-shenandoah-hiking-winery-and-sunsets-weekend/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Backpacking @Castle Rock Trail Camp - 2-Night Trip

This is a relaxed two-night backpacking trip at Castle Rock State Park, ideal for beginner backpackers or anyone looking for a low-mileage weekend outdoors. We'll hike about 2.6 miles from the main parking area to Castle Rock Trail Camp via the Saratoga Gap Trail. The route is short, but expect normal backpacking conditions, including uneven and rocky sections while carrying your own gear. Once at camp, we'll have plenty of time to settle in, relax, and explore the nearby trails, sandstone formations, forest, and ridge views. The trail camp has picnic tables, vault toilets, trash receptacles. **Please carry all the water you'll need. The water source at the camp is not functional.** Please respond to all questions when you RSVP. This will be a small group, and your spot is confirmed only after you receive a confirmation from me. Please be specific if you can only attend with a carpool. **Dates:** Friday, September 18 to Sunday, September 20 **Trail:** \~5.2 miles minimum round trip, with optional exploring from camp **Plan:** Two nights at Castle Rock Trail Camp, relaxed pace, nearby hiking, and camp time **Difficulty:** Easy/Moderate backpacking, but you must be able to carry your own overnight gear over uneven trail. Especially water for couple of days. **Group size:** Small group; park limit is 6 people per campsite **Parking:** One overnight vehicle is included. We'll coordinate carpools because extra vehicles cost $10 per night. Overnight parking is only in the designated trail-camp lot, with check-in at the Robert C. Kirkwood entrance **Trip Cost:** 10$ per person for the whole trip **Trip confirmation:** Your participation is confirmed after you have answered the pre-req questions, made the payment, and received a confirmation from me You'll need your own backpacking gear, food, water, and the 10 essentials. We must reach camp before sunset. No dogs, smoking, or bikes on the trail. Cell service is likely unavailable in the backcountry. As always - respect the wilderness, follow Leave No Trace principles, and use good trail etiquette. If you're unfamiliar with Leave No Trace, please read up on it before the trip. INDEMNITY - This group, its organizers, event hosts, volunteers, and members are not liable for accidents or incidents at the venue or outside it. By RSVPing or attending this event, you agree to waive liability. Participants are responsible for their own conduct, safety, preparation, and gear.

South Africa Safari & Adventure for Women

Does the idea of going on safari make your heart do little goat kicks? Do you have a lower back tattoo that says “Hakuna Matata?” When you have the rare opportunity to spin a globe, is there ONE continent that you run your fingers over every damn time? *We made this trip of a lifetime just for you, Explorer Chick.* This 10-day women-only South African safari is a bucket list adventure with an obscene amount of relaxation and adrenaline. There will be kayaking with penguins. Cage diving with sharks. Multiple wine tastings (including a women-owned vineyard!). Poolside lounging in the bush. Two in-country flights in and out of the Kruger National Park region. THREE FULL SAFARI DAYS to see lions, elephants, and leopards. A scenic hike up and cable ride down Table Mountain. A photo opp stop in Cape Town’s most colorful neighborhood. And a soul-bursting tour of Nelson Mandela’s home turf. Best of all––you get to see each golden sunrise and fiery sunset with a badass bus of women who love to travel just as much as you. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll never want to leave. Your goosebumps will get goosebumps as every meal, logistic, and pee break is planned by someone who isn’t you. Order the most cargo pocket-y safari pants and bring your birding binoculars. You’re gonna experience a lifetime of feelings. Because time hits different when you spend it in Africa with your new besties. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/trip/south-africa-safari-adventure-for-women/](https://explorerchick.com/trip/south-africa-safari-adventure-for-women/) **Say Hello 👋** **💻** Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: hello@explorerchick.com 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)