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Taking the reins in Golden Gate Park

Posted on November 11, 2019 by Sarah B.

We get a fair amount of press releases in our inbox every week. But one announcement came in recently that got us pretty excited: horseback riding is back in Golden Gate Park. The new riding concession is run by Chapparal… Continue Reading →

Golden Gate Park, Recreation
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Take the new ‘Crosstown Trail’ trek across San Francisco

Posted on June 3, 2019 by Sarah B.

This past weekend was the official debut of the new Crosstown Trail, a 17-mile stretch of developed trail that crosses San Francisco. The northern end of the trail winds through the Richmond District from Funston & Fulton to the Lands… Continue Reading →

Golden Gate Park, Recreation
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So yeah, there used to be a horse racing track in the Richmond District

Posted on March 27, 2019 by Sarah B.

When we have spare moments, we like to spend time on opensfhistory.org, the ever-growing, fascinating treasure trove gallery of historic photos of San Francisco, curated and managed by the nonprofit Western Neighborhoods Project. There’s so much to see on the… Continue Reading →

History, Recreation

New fitness options: Boxing at Park Gym & Gracie Jiu-jitsu

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Sarah B.

So it’s March 1 and perhaps you’re lamenting that your “get in shape” New Year’s resolution never took hold. But fear not! There are two new fitness options in the Richmond District that may lead you to a new workout… Continue Reading →

Recreation, Sports

Sutro Elementary School’s renovated playground will open to the public on weekends; kick-off this Saturday

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Sarah B.

This Saturday, Sutro Elementary School will host the grand opening of their shared schoolyard, allowing the public to use the recently renovated playground during weekend hours. It’s part of a city-wide initiative called the San Francisco Shared Schoolyard Project that… Continue Reading →

Events, Kids, Recreation, Schools
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Park Service considering overnight program for outdoor education company at Fort Miley

Posted on March 28, 2017 by Sarah B.

For over 30 years now, the Pacific Leadership Institute has operated a ropes course at Fort Miley. You may have walked or driven by it many times, and not even noticed it tucked into the forest just above the USS… Continue Reading →

Lands End, Parks, Recreation
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New GGNRA dog rules on hold after requests from Congress and release of Freedom of Information Act documents

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Sarah B.

The National Park Service (NPS) announced today that they have put on hold the signing of the Record of Decision and the publication of the Final Rule for Dog Management at Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The NPS said they… Continue Reading →

Parks, Pets, Recreation
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Hi-Five gets Richmond District kids off to a fun start in sports

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Sarah B.

It’s been two years since Hi-Five Sports Zone opened its doors at 5411 Geary near 18th Avenue, taking over a large space that was formerly a Walgreen’s. The space had been vacant for several years, during which a nasty battle… Continue Reading →

Kids, Recreation, Sports

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