Gregg Levin's Blog (14)

I want to let you know about a long-running area trail run that has now been adopted/expanded by the Stevens Creek Striders. Many of you may know Peter and Peggy who are now organizing the race over a great local course. Check the links below for more information about participating in the event.

Gregg

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Peggy and I are involved in organizing the in-augural Stevens Creek Striders 50k/30k/HalfM on Sept 27^th. This around Skyline Blvd above Los Altos.  We…

In March, we return to one of PARC's most liked trail systems, Wunderlich Park in Woodside. Along with several groves of majestically beautiful Redwoods, all of Wunderlich's trails are well shaded. With well-maintained trails, Wunderlich is just a short drive from Palo Alto.

Instead of our usual runner's pot luck, this month after the run we'll meet for brunch at Buck's in Woodside at 11:00. Runners from Saturday morning's Sawyer Camp group are also encouraged to join us there. This…

In January, we will return to one of our favorite nearby sites, Huddart County Park, including the neighboring trails in Phleger Estate. This is an all-weather venue,…

In November, the Monthly Trail Run takes advantage of the cooling weather to return the ridge line vicinity for this run up to the top of Black Mountain featuring 360-degree panoramic views stretching from the bay out to the ocean. The run then returns via the beautiful (and shady) Stevens Creek Nature Trail, with a new extension through the Los Trancos OSP, featuring the San Andreas fault! All the details can be found…

In September, the Monthly Trail Run ventures deep into the Santa Cruz Mountains directly over the hill from Palo Alto. Water will likely still be flowing in the creeks and falls, and there are plenty of lush ferns and majestic redwood trees. This is a mostly-shaded course with a waterfall and a historic cabin site (with a who-dunnit mystery). Our route will also include neighboring …

This July, we seek the cooler northern end of the ridge line to experience a beautiful local redwood preserve, located on the western slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains overlooking Half Moon Bay. The park features towering redwoods, active creeks, and plentiful ferns, on a mostly-shaded course. Details can be found here.

Join us for this beautiful ridge run passing through four open space preserves, with 360 degree views and (hopefully) wildflowers. For all the details, see here.

In April, we are introducing a new run at nearby Edgewood County Park and Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve. Edgewood is one of the premier wildflower locations, and we have tried to…

Mark your calendars for Sunday 2/10 when we will do a new route at Huddart County Park, featuring the trails of the neighboring Phleger Estate, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Association. The Phleger Miramonte Trail starts off of Huddart's Richard's Road Trail, running along side the scenic West Union Creek and then heading up to Skyline Boulevard on the Lonely Trail -- you will feel like you are off in a remote world of your own! We will re-enter Huddart for a return run…

In November, the Monthly Trail Run takes advantage of the near perfect weather forecast for this run up to the top of Black Mountain featuring 360-degree panoramic views stretching from the bay out to the ocean. The run then returns via the beautiful (and shady) Stevens Creek Nature Trail. All the details can be found here.

PARC's 26th anniversary party will be held this Sunday, October 14, at nearby Hidden Villa. This is a beautiful site in the Los Altos Hills foothills, with an organic farm, animals, and well-maintained trails (for…

In August, we will experience another beautiful local redwood preserve, located on the western slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains overlooking Half Moon Bay. The park features towering redwoods, active creeks, and plentiful ferns, on a mostly-shaded course. Details can be found here.

On Sunday July 1, the Monthly Trail Run ventures deep into the Santa Cruz Mountains directly over the hill from Palo Alto. It's very likely that water will still be flowing in the creeks. This is a mostly-shaded course with a waterfall, a pond and a historic cabin site. This is a beautiful park, and well-worth the slightly longer drive. For details click here.

Join us for a new four-park trail run Saturday 5/5/2012 with sweeping scenic views from the ocean to the bay. Carpool for the ride up to Skyline Blvd and take in the sights on our 7-mile or 12-mile trail run options. For all the details, see the May Monthly Trail Run page here.

See you there!

Gregg