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  • Stride by the Tide: Coastal Walks

    • March 31, 2026
    • February 25, 2027
    • 96 sessions
    • Hendry's Beach 2981 Cliff Dr (next to the entrance of The Boathouse restaurant) Santa Barbara, CA, 93109

    Join fellow walkers at Hendry's Beach (aka Arroyo Burro Beach County Park) every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 8:40 to walk the beach, visit, make new friends and catch up with old friends, spot whales and dolphins, and get fresh air and exercise. We'll meet at the top of the stairs down to the beach, between The Boathouse restaurant and the lifeguard stand.

    Some of us walk fast, and some of us stroll. We suggest wearing appropriate shoes to walk on the beach or up to the nearby Douglas Preserve, when the tide is high.

    After the walk, we will often gather at the picnic tables near our starting point, and share a snack and conversation. Hope to see you there!



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  • Happy Hikers: West Fork Cold Springs Trail To Gibraltar Road

    • August 28, 2026
    • 8:30 AM
    • West Cold Springs Trailhead


    West Fork Cold Springs Trail

    We will follow the  West Fork of the Cold Springs Trail up to Gibraltar Rd. with its sweeping views of Santa Barbara and the Channel Islands. Then it’s back down the gradual trail. Hiking Distance: About 4.8 miles round trip. Elevation gain: 1200 feet.  About 2-2.5 hours.  This is an out and back hike with opportunities to turn back anytime for a shorter hike. Hiking poles are recommended as there is a lot of scree on the upper portion. There is a water crossing but it is not difficult.

    Google Maps for the trailhead

    DIRECTIONS: Meet at the Cold Springs trailhead on E. Mountain Drive. From either direction on Fwy 101, exit at Olive Mill Road and turn toward the mountains. Continue up Olive Mill Rd 1.0 mile, crossing East Valley Rd where name changes to Hot Springs Rd. After another 1.0 mile turn left on East Mountain Drive. Go 1.1 miles to trailhead on the right (You’ll probably see cars & hikers when you first turn onto East Mountain Drive. That is another trailhead.  Do not stop. Continue 1.1 miles.). Cold springs bridge is now open so you can also drive up and park on the west side of the trailhead. 


    Please join us!

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  • TGIF: Longboard's on the Wharf

    • August 28, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 210 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA
    Let's elevate our late afternoon Friday at the newly renovated Longboards, the perfect destination for a relaxed cocktail hour with stunning views. We'll gather on the gorgeous, ocean-view patio to sip handcrafted cocktails while enjoying the breaking surf. With panoramic vistas of the Santa Barbara coastline and a elevated coastal vibe, Longboards provides the ultimate setting for Newcomers to mingle, sip, and experience the absolute best of the wharf.
    TGIF events are a great way to start the weekend in a fun, relaxing setting. At TGIF, you will make new friends, catch up with existing friends and get to know the local restaurants and bars. With no registration required, the events are open to Newcomers and graduates...and attendees can bring a friend along.

    This is a pay-as-you-go event. Please note that tips are not included in the price of food an beverages. Kindly tip your servers and bartenders when you order food & drink (SBNC recommends tipping 20% or more). We want to leave a positive impression on the community and remain consistent with the Club's values by treating everyone with respect.

    To help us assure the best experience for Newcomers as well as restaurant/bar staffers, please refrain from bringing pets and dogs (other than Service Animals).
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  • Pickleball: Open Play (Registration Opens July 14)

    • August 31, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Santa Barbara Municipal Tennis & Pickleball Center, 1414 Park Place Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
    • 17
    • 3 registrants
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    Let's play! Pickleball is a fun way to socialize and get a workout at the same time! This event is open to players of all skill levels and abilities. We organize our courts from beginner on up through advanced intermediate.

    By the way, if you'd like to take a free intro lesson or brush up your skills, Dynamite Pickleball is a great place to take classes and clinics. Here's a link to the official rules as well.
    We will meet at the last set of courts if they're available. Otherwise, look for a group of folks with name tags. Unfortunately, SB Parks & Rec doesn't allow us to put our Newcomers sign out.

    You'll pay the $7 fee with the parking attendant, park, then walk all the way down to the end of the sidewalk.

    If there is rain or the courts are wet from rain the day before, the event will be canceled.
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  • Weekend Amblers: UCSB Lagoon Amble (Registration opens August 18)

    • September 06, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Parking lot in front of Building 387 UCSB, Santa Barbara CA, 93106
    • 45
    • 5 registrants
    Register
    The UCSB Campus Lagoon is a scenic, 31-acre brackish water body on the UC Santa Barbara campus, bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the south. It features a 1.5-mile loop trail, a central peninsula known as Lagoon Island, and diverse coastal wildlife.

    The gateway to the lagoon trail is at the end of Lagoon Road on the east side of the UCSB campus. Parking fees are required for designated coastal access parking spots. The trail along the north side of the lagoon is paved, while the south side is a combination of dirt, sand and paved surfaces. The loop walk takes amblers past a popular beach, noted surfing area at Campus Point and across the coastal bluffs.

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  • Pickleball: Open Play (Registration Opens July 14)

    • September 07, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Santa Barbara Municipal Tennis & Pickleball Center, 1414 Park Place Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
    • 19
    • 1 registrant
    Register
    Let's play! Pickleball is a fun way to socialize and get a workout at the same time! This event is open to players of all skill levels and abilities. We organize our courts from beginner on up through advanced intermediate.

    By the way, if you'd like to take a free intro lesson or brush up your skills, Dynamite Pickleball is a great place to take classes and clinics. Here's a link to the official rules as well.
    We will meet at the last set of courts if they're available. Otherwise, look for a group of folks with name tags. Unfortunately, SB Parks & Rec doesn't allow us to put our Newcomers sign out.

    You'll pay the $7 fee with the parking attendant, park, then walk all the way down to the end of the sidewalk.

    If there is rain or the courts are wet from rain the day before, the event will be canceled.
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  • TGIF: Yellow Belly

    • September 11, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Yellow Belly 2611 De La Vina, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    Unwind at the end of the week and catch up with new friends and old on the patio at Yellow Belly Tap. Enjoy the relaxed neighborhood vibe, enjoy local wines and craft brews, and order up some delicious apps & snacks! It's the perfect low-key spot to relax and kick off a great Friday evening.
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  • Cycling: Montecito - Butterfly - Carp - Montecito

    • September 13, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Andree Clark Bird Refuge, 34a Los Patos Way, Santa Barbara
    • 50
    For our first ride of September, let's start by the Andree Clark Bird Refuge this time (link below). This is right by the new roundabout near The Post Montecito.

    After the ride we'll meet for a coffee and treats at Little King Coffee (https://maps.app.goo.gl/pKips6cgjS4pNE2u9) located at The Post.

    Any types of bikes and rider levels are welcome, and we'll stop several times to regroup. We'll ride a total of 22 miles with 1100 feet of climbing.When: Sunday September 13th at 9 am
    Start/Parking: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zgqGTHzgRKCGnrxY9
    Route - RideGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54105380

    Looking forward to seeing you all on Sunday!

    Your Newcomers Cycling Committee
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  • Pickleball: Open Play (Registration Opens September 1)

    • September 14, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Santa Barbara Municipal Tennis & Pickleball Center, 1414 Park Place Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
    • 20
    • Be the first
    Register
    Let's play! Pickleball is a fun way to socialize and get a workout at the same time! This event is open to players of all skill levels and abilities. We organize our courts from beginner on up through advanced intermediate.

    By the way, if you'd like to take a free intro lesson or brush up your skills, Dynamite Pickleball is a great place to take classes and clinics. Here's a link to the official rules as well.
    We will meet at the last set of courts if they're available. Otherwise, look for a group of folks with name tags. Unfortunately, SB Parks & Rec doesn't allow us to put our Newcomers sign out.

    You'll pay the $7 fee with the parking attendant, park, then walk all the way down to the end of the sidewalk.

    If there is rain or the courts are wet from rain the day before, the event will be canceled.
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  • TGIF: Azul Cocina

    • September 18, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Azul Cocina 7 E. Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    Catch up with friends (and meet new ones!) on the charming outdoor patio at Azul Cocina Artesanal & Cantina in downtown Santa Barbara, where a relaxing courtyard setting sets the stage for a great evening. The bar shakes up fantastic margaritas and an impressive selection of other craft cocktails. Surrounded by a warm atmosphere and comfortable seating, it's the ultimate spot to unwind and sip on something delicious with friends!
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  • Pickleball: Open Play (Registration Opens September 1)

    • September 21, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Santa Barbara Municipal Tennis & Pickleball Center, 1414 Park Place Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
    • 20
    • Be the first
    Register
    Let's play! Pickleball is a fun way to socialize and get a workout at the same time! This event is open to players of all skill levels and abilities. We organize our courts from beginner on up through advanced intermediate.

    By the way, if you'd like to take a free intro lesson or brush up your skills, Dynamite Pickleball is a great place to take classes and clinics. Here's a link to the official rules as well.
    We will meet at the last set of courts if they're available. Otherwise, look for a group of folks with name tags. Unfortunately, SB Parks & Rec doesn't allow us to put our Newcomers sign out.

    You'll pay the $7 fee with the parking attendant, park, then walk all the way down to the end of the sidewalk.

    If there is rain or the courts are wet from rain the day before, the event will be canceled.
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  • Cycling: Rincon to Ventura & Back Bike Ride

    • September 27, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Rincon Point Beach Parking Lot, 209 Rincon Point Rd, Carpinteria, CA 93013

    We have a beautiful ride planned for Sunday. Hope to see a big group at the parking lot at Rincon at 9am. It's a 27-mile flat, seaside ride to Ventura and back, with a planned coffee break at Palermo Coffee https://palermocoffee.com/ 

    Ebikes are always welcome. It's a great opportunity for all riding levels to participate! We'll stop a few times along the way to regroup.

    Start: Sunday, September 27, 9am in the parking lot at Rincon Beach (Bates Rd exit on Hwy 101).  See link below for exact location.

    The ride typically takes around three hours including a leisurely coffee break. If you prefer a shorter ride, it's always an option to turn around early.


    Hope to see you there!
    Your Newcomer Bike Committee

    Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50002246
    Start/parking: https://maps.app.goo.gl/awrJVBJ2Dwss7M2D8
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  • Pickleball: Open Play (Registration Opens September 1)

    • September 28, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Santa Barbara Municipal Tennis & Pickleball Center, 1414 Park Place Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
    • 20
    • Be the first
    Register
    Let's play! Pickleball is a fun way to socialize and get a workout at the same time! This event is open to players of all skill levels and abilities. We organize our courts from beginner on up through advanced intermediate.

    By the way, if you'd like to take a free intro lesson or brush up your skills, Dynamite Pickleball is a great place to take classes and clinics. Here's a link to the official rules as well.
    We will meet at the last set of courts if they're available. Otherwise, look for a group of folks with name tags. Unfortunately, SB Parks & Rec doesn't allow us to put our Newcomers sign out.

    You'll pay the $7 fee with the parking attendant, park, then walk all the way down to the end of the sidewalk.

    If there is rain or the courts are wet from rain the day before, the event will be canceled.
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  • Weekend Amblers: Santa Barbara Harbor Amble (Registration opens August 25)

    • October 04, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Dart Coffee Co - SB Harbor, 113 Harbor Way Ste 190, Santa Babara, CA 93109
    • 48
    • 2 registrants
    Register
    Santa Barbara Harbor is a picturesque waterfront area with a maritime museum, restaurants, and shops. The walkway offers stunning harbor and ocean views, making it perfect for bird-watching, photography, or plein air painting. The breakwater provides a pleasant stroll along the water's edge and keeps the waves at bay for yachts. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks with beautiful sunset views and the sound of rolling waves.

    Stearns Wharf is a historic, landmark wooden pier located at the end of State Street in Stearns Wharf. Built in 1872 by local lumberman John P. Stearns, it is the oldest working wooden wharf in California, offering scenic ocean views, dining, shopping, and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center.

    Route:

    1.      1. Start at Dart Coffee – SB Harbor

    2.      2. Amble counter-clockwise over to Point Castillo (0.4 mi)

    3.      3. Amble clockwise around Santa Barbara Harbor, along West Beach, to the tip of Stearns Wharf (1.5 mi)

    4.      4. Amble counter-clockwise back to Dart Coffee for coffee/snacks (1.1 mi)

     

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  • Pickleball: Open Play (Registration Opens September 1)

    • October 05, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Santa Barbara Municipal Tennis & Pickleball Center, 1414 Park Place Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
    • 20
    • Be the first
    Register
    Let's play! Pickleball is a fun way to socialize and get a workout at the same time! This event is open to players of all skill levels and abilities. We organize our courts from beginner on up through advanced intermediate.

    By the way, if you'd like to take a free intro lesson or brush up your skills, Dynamite Pickleball is a great place to take classes and clinics. Here's a link to the official rules as well.
    We will meet at the last set of courts if they're available. Otherwise, look for a group of folks with name tags. Unfortunately, SB Parks & Rec doesn't allow us to put our Newcomers sign out.

    You'll pay the $7 fee with the parking attendant, park, then walk all the way down to the end of the sidewalk.

    If there is rain or the courts are wet from rain the day before, the event will be canceled.
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  • Cycling: Dolphin Fountain - Montecito Village - Eucalyptus Hill - Downtown

    • October 25, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Dolphin Fountain, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara
    Due to scheduling conflicts, this will be our only ride in October so don't miss it! Please join us on Sunday, October 25 at 9am. We'll start pedaling at the Dolphin Fountain in downtown Santa Barbara, swing by Butterfly Beach, take on some hills on the way to the Eucalyptus Hill neighborhood, before we end the ride at Santa Barbara Roasting Company for a post-ride coffee and socializing https://www.sbcoffee.com/

    The route is ~13 miles with ~800 feet of climbing. As always, any types of bikes and rider levels are welcome, and we'll stop several times to regroup.

    When: Sunday, October 25 at 9am

    Start - Dolphin Fountain

    End - Santa Barbara Roasting Company

    Route
     

    Looking forward to seeing everyone in the saddle again!

    Your Newcomers Cycling Committee
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  • Cycling: SB Old Mission to Draughtsmen via Hope Ranch

    • November 08, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Old Mission Santa Barbara, 2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara
    It's time for another SB Newcomers ride this Sunday.

    We'll start from the parking lot entrance to the Old Mission Santa Barbara at 9 am, Sunday, November 8. It's a shorter ride than usual, ~13 miles and ~500 feet of climbing. We'll roll through San Roque, Hope Ranch and end up on State Street. There's then a choice to ride north to the Old Mission again if you have a car there, or join some of us at Draughtsmen Aleworks at Mosaic Locale for a refueling stop, be it coffee, a carbonated adult beverage or a to-die-for waffle.

    As always, any types of bikes and rider levels are welcome, and we'll stop several times to regroup. When: Sunday, November 8 at 9 am

    Start/Parking: https://maps.app.goo.gl/s2QHiWSTCzNmJUtbA

    End: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FcTSiew6RcKbuWjM8

    Route - RideGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54293514

    Looking forward to seeing you all on Sunday!

    Your Newcomers Cycling Committee
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  • Cycling: Gobernador (Goob Loop)

    • November 15, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Dolphin Fountain, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara
    This weekend's ride takes us a bit farther east, through Carpinteria and to Gobernador Canyon Rd, which may be new to some of you. It's a popular route with the local Echelon cycle club. 

    After cruising back to SB on 192 / Foothill Road, through Summerland and Montecito, we'll end the ride at the Helena Avenue Bakery in the Funk Zone https://www.helenaavenuebakery.com/

    The route ups the mileage a bit to ~33 miles with ~1400 feet of climbing, but besides the climb up Gobernador, it should feel mostly flat. Riders of all experience levels on any type of bike are welcome, and we’ll stop several times to regroup. Please ensure you are confident navigating urban traffic. We also highly recommend downloading the route beforehand so you’re prepared to navigate independently if needed.

    Please share photos from the event in the Cycling Photo Album afterwards.
    If you'd like to join our email list, please request to join the group here.

    When: Sunday November 15 at 9.00 am

    Start; Dolphin Fountain

    End: Helena Avenue Bakery

    Route

    Looking forward to seeing you all in the saddle again.

    Your Newcomers Cycling Committee
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  • Cycling: Java Station to Sandpiper via Trails

    • November 22, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Java Station (4447 Hollister Ave)
    Time for another Newcomer Ride! This is our third and last ride for November. 

    This week's adventure starts at Java Station on Hollister. The route will follow the Obern trail through UCSB. Continue on past Costco to Sandpiper Golf Course. Cross over the 101 and take Cathedral Oaks to the Marie Ygnatio Trail. Then back to the Obern trail and finish at Java Station, where we can socialize with some coffee, tea and food!

    When: Sunday November 22 at 9am

    Start/Parking:  Java Station

    Route:  Here

    Let's keep up the great momentum! We've had great turnout.

    Please post any photos you may take during the event here:  Photos

    If you would like to join our email list, please click on the following link and request to join Here

    As always, Ebikes are welcome and all level or riders are welcome. Please be sure you are comfortable riding on urban roads.

    *images are a shout-out to our wonderful past Cycling Chair Hans* 
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