WELCOME: Shoreline Walk and Potluck with Speaker Register

Date and Time:
Sun, Aug 2, 2026; 10:45 AM - 3:00 PM  (Pacific)

Organized By: Loma Prieta Sierra Pathfinders

Location: 3921 E Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USA

Map | Directions

Shoreline Mini Hike August 2 10:45am -12:45pm

Several projects are quite visible at the Palo Alto Baylands and around Shoreline Lake, which means it may look a bit different since you last visited. The restoration of the salt ponds is especially exciting. A little less visible, but just as important, is the work that our chapter's Bay Alive Campaign is doing to prepare for sea level rise. 

The hike starts at the Peninsula Conservation Center, which avoids the parking problems on Terminal Blvd. We'll start along the Adobe Creek Loop Trail, then explore the Shoreline Lake area and the conservation projects along the Bay. 2.5 - 3.0 miles, mostly flat.

Wear good footwear, bring water, and dress for the weather. Restrooms near boathouse.

Since this is an official Sierra Club event, plan to sign a waiver at the trailhead.

Please RSVP where indicated. Usually there's no need to sign up, but we expect a larger crowd than usual and want to make sure we can accommodate everyone.

You're welcome to join us for both the walk and the potluck (see below), or just one or the other part of this combo event.

Directions: From Hwy 101 take the San Antonio Rd. exit and head toward the Bay. At the traffic light turn left onto E. Bayshore Rd. After 0.3 miles turn right onto Corporation Way. Turn left into the Peninsula Conservation Center parking lot. The address is 3921 E. Bayshore Rd., P.A.
Please note temporary parking restrictions: The Storm Drain Pump Stations and Systems Upgrade project has begun along E. Bayshore. This work will affect access to the PCC parking lot and the availability of parking spaces.
- Driveway Access: The driveway on the Bayshore side will be closed. Everyone must enter and exit using the Corporation Way driveway.
- Parking: Overflow parking is not permitted in the lot adjacent to ours on Bayshore. Instead, overflow parking is available in the lot across Corporation Way, behind the building at 3941 East Bayshore Road.
- Traffic: For those arriving during work hours, please be aware that traffic in front of the building is restricted to one-way, and there may be delays when turning onto Corporation Way.
 

Monthly Potluck - Sunday August 2 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Peninsula Conservation Center, Raptor Suite (first floor) - 3921 E. Bayshore Rd., Palo Alto

Potlucks are one of Pathfinders' specialties. Always a good assortment of food and plenty of good conversation. In addition, we'll give you a short overview of chapter activities before our chapter's Conservation Coordinator, Dash Leeds, shares details about projects he's working on, including information about proposed AI data centers in San Jose. We especially want to welcome other Sierra Club members who want to learn about opportunities to get involved with our chapter.

Plan to bring your food item (for 8-10 people) ready to serve with serving utensils. Unfortunately there are no facilities for heating or cooling foods. If you want to bring a dish in a crockpot or similar electric appliance, you’re welcome to plug it in to keep food warm.

A to G Salad or Snack
H to O Drink or Dessert
P to Z Main Dish

Bring your own plate, cup and utensils. Please take them home to wash.

Optional Event Fund Donation $5 - $10

Your RSVP below will count for the mini hike, potluck, or both.

Directions to Peninsula Conservation Center: Take Hwy 101 to the San Antonio Rd. exit and head east/toward the bay. At the traffic light turn left onto E. Bayshore Rd. After 0.3 mi turn right onto Corporation Way, then left into the parking lot.
Please note the temporary parking restrictions (above).

 

Signup Instructions: RSVP here or contact Suzanne Fellenz

Cancellation Policy: Rain cancels the walk but not the potluck