Great Outdoors upcoming events

SD - Monthly Core Group Meeting (Wed, October 14, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 01:15:00 GMT

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Monthly Core Group Meeting

The Great Outdoors San Diego Core Group meets monthly to break bread together and conduct chapter business. This meeting is open to all members.

Date: Wednesday, October 14th
Time: 6:15pm - 8:30pm (6:15 gather and eat. 6:45 official business.)
Location: Andy's house — 3421 Voltaire Street San Diego, CA 92106

Dinner entrée, salad and dessert will be provided! Bring your own beverage - and something to share if you feel so inspired. But nothing besides your beverage is needed.

Please note: the primary purpose of this gathering is to conduct Core Group business (reports, votes, and chapter planning).

Planning to join us? Please RSVP so we can get an accurate headcount and plan food/dinner accordingly.

Questions? Reach out to Brent Sammons at President-SD@greatoutdoors.org

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

Great Outdoors San Diego and our members enjoy the privilege of using the outdoors for recreation. We strive to include more of our community, especially those historically not included. Please encourage your friends, neighbors, and community members to come out and join us! If something is holding them back, please contact GOSD to explore options.

SD - Social - Monthly Bonfire (Thu, October 15, 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Monthly Multi-Group Bonfire & Potluck

Date: 3rd Thursday of the Month, April thru October 2026

Time: 5:30-9:00 pm

Cost: Free

RSVP: None needed.

Note: This event is hosted by California Men's Gatherings with Great Outdoors, SAGA ski club, F.O.G., Pozabilities, and SDBears collaborating to support our LGBT+ community!

DESCRIPTION: Thanks go to Ted and Adrian for bringing supplies and to Ray (Kiwi) for coordinating delivery of the wood! We're ready for another great season of chilling together by the bay!

VOLUNTEERS: It would be great to have one or two people who can arrive early (around 4:30 or 5) to secure one of the fire rings. We could also use a third person capable of hauling wood to the site. Please let us know if you can do these simple but vital tasks.

WHAT TO BRING:

1) Potluck item and a beverage of your choice. (Alcohol is prohibited in Mission Bay Park.)

Remember, we CAN have too many desserts, but we can never have too many entrees

and sides.

2) A beach chair if you'd like to sit. Bonus points if you bring a spare for others to use!

3) A serving utensil if your dish needs one. A portable table, paper plates, cups, utensils, napkins or extra firewood are also much appreciated!

4) A significant other, friend, or cuddle buddy.

DIRECTIONS: Take the I-8 freeway west toward Mission Bay, exit onto Mission Bay Drive and make a right, then merge into the far-left hand lane onto Ingraham Street, heading North, then make a left onto Vacation Rd as if you were heading into Paradise Point Resort (previously Pacific Princess Resort). Then an immediate Right before entering the resort to get to the side parking lot. We’ll be on the left (West) side of parking lot by the rest rooms. (Note: we're on the WEST side of Ingraham St. Don't confuse this spot with a similar one on the east side of the street.)

Please note: The two fire rings adjacent to the parking lot may be occupied by other groups. If that happens, keep walking up to the right, under the bridge, and we'll be at the first fire ring we can find.

California Men’s Gatherings fosters a safe, supportive, welcoming community where men challenge themselves to develop their emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual and physical lives—with as much fun as possible along the way!

If connecting with men is important to you, attending a LIVE or ONLINE event is a great way to find out about the California Men’s Gatherings and the many wonderful men who get involved. Since 1978, CMG has been a place where all men—gay, bi, trans, and straight—from 18-80+ can find a different way to connect. Men who come to CMG events and gatherings are predominately gay and bisexual, but all persons identifying as male, 18 years or older are welcome. Visit http://thecmg.org for more information.

SD - Pickleball on Coronado (Sun, October 25, 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

San Diego Outdoor Pickleball!

Join Us for Pickleball on Coronado!

Ready for some light-hearted pickleball fun? Great Outdoors San Diego (GOSD) and Rainbow Picklers team up every other Sunday for a friendly morning of play. All skill levels welcome—newbies included! Just bring a paddle, water, and sunscreen.

Date & Time: Every other Sunday 10:00–11:50am
Location: Pickleball courts at the Coronado Marriott Wellness Center (just inside the main entrance, to the right)

Cost: $8 per person to play
Parking: Free street parking – or $5 on-site for 2.5 hours with validation at the Wellness Center

How to RSVP

Register here through the GOSD event page.
Download the “Spond” app: https://www.spond.com/en-us/
Use the Rainbow Picklers Group Link to request access to the group: https://spond.com/invite/TYFKT
One of the group admins will approve your request. Please allow 48 hours for approval.
RSVP for each game via the Spond app. (Registration closes at 9am Friday before each Sunday game so we can secure the right number of courts. Late cancellations or no-shows are still responsible for the $8 court fee.)

We hope to see you on the courts!

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Monthly Meet & Greet Social (Thu, November 05, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Let's Connect & Explore What's Next!

Join us Thursday, November 5th at the Liberty Public Market at Liberty Station for food, fun, and fraternization with your Great Outdoors San Diego community!

This is your casual, come-as-you-are chance to:

Connect with fellow members and meet our Core Group volunteers
Hear exciting trip previews from our Core Group and trip leaders (starting at 7:00pm)
Share ideas for adventures YOU want to see on our calendar
Bring friends who are curious about GOSD - members and non-members all welcome!

The Details:

Where: The outdoor tables just outside the south entrances of the Liberty Public Market, 2820 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106

When: Arrive at the tables with your food anytime from 6:30pm onward | Trip previews start at 7:00pm (wrapping by 8:00pm) | Stay as long as you like!

Food & Drink: The Liberty Public Market offers many food options - grab what sounds good to you!

Family Friendly: Kids and dogs welcome! (Dogs just can't go inside the food hall - they can be outside at the tables.)

Parking: Available onsite

Planning to join us? RSVP here so we know to look for you!

Questions? Contact Brent Sammons at president-sd@greatoutdoors.org

See you at the Liberty Public Market!

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Pickleball on Coronado (Sun, November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

San Diego Outdoor Pickleball!

Join Us for Pickleball on Coronado!

Date & Time: Every other Sunday 10:00–11:50am
Location: Pickleball courts at the Coronado Marriott Wellness Center (just inside the main entrance, to the right)

Cost: $8 per person to play
Parking: Free street parking – or $5 on-site for 2.5 hours with validation at the Wellness Center

How to RSVP

Register here through the GOSD event page.
Download the “Spond” app: https://www.spond.com/en-us/
Use the Rainbow Picklers Group Link to request access to the group: https://spond.com/invite/TYFKT
One of the group admins will approve your request. Please allow 48 hours for approval.
RSVP for each game via the Spond app. (Registration closes at 9am Friday before each Sunday game so we can secure the right number of courts. Late cancellations or no-shows are still responsible for the $8 court fee.)

We hope to see you on the courts!

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Monthly Core Group Meeting (Wed, November 18, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 02:15:00 GMT

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Monthly Core Group Meeting

The Great Outdoors San Diego Core Group meets monthly to break bread together and conduct chapter business. This meeting is open to all members.

Date: Wednesday, November 18th
Time: 6:15pm - 8:30pm (6:15 gather and eat. 7:00 official business.)
Location: Andy's house — 3421 Voltaire Street San Diego, CA 92106

Dinner will be provided! Bring your own beverage - and something to share if you feel so inspired. But nothing besides your beverage is needed.

Please note: the primary purpose of this gathering is to conduct Core Group business (reports, votes, and chapter planning).

Planning to join us? Please RSVP so we can get an accurate headcount and plan food/dinner accordingly.

Questions? Reach out to Brent Sammons at President-SD@greatoutdoors.org

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Pickleball on Coronado (Sun, November 22, 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

San Diego Outdoor Pickleball!

Join Us for Pickleball on Coronado!

Date & Time: Every other Sunday 10:00–11:50am
Location: Pickleball courts at the Coronado Marriott Wellness Center (just inside the main entrance, to the right)

Cost: $8 per person to play
Parking: Free street parking – or $5 on-site for 2.5 hours with validation at the Wellness Center

How to RSVP

Register here through the GOSD event page.
Download the “Spond” app: https://www.spond.com/en-us/
Use the Rainbow Picklers Group Link to request access to the group: https://spond.com/invite/TYFKT
One of the group admins will approve your request. Please allow 48 hours for approval.
RSVP for each game via the Spond app. (Registration closes at 9am Friday before each Sunday game so we can secure the right number of courts. Late cancellations or no-shows are still responsible for the $8 court fee.)

We hope to see you on the courts!

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Monthly Meet & Greet Social (Thu, December 03, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Let's Connect & Explore What's Next!

Join us Thursday, December 3rd at the Liberty Public Market at Liberty Station for food, fun, and fraternization with your Great Outdoors San Diego community!

This is your casual, come-as-you-are chance to:

Connect with fellow members and meet our Core Group volunteers
Hear exciting trip previews from our Core Group and trip leaders (starting at 7:00pm)
Share ideas for adventures YOU want to see on our calendar
Bring friends who are curious about GOSD - members and non-members all welcome!

The Details:

Where: The outdoor tables just outside the south entrances of the Liberty Public Market, 2820 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106

When: Arrive at the tables with your food anytime from 6:30pm onward | Trip previews start at 7:00pm (wrapping by 8:00pm) | Stay as long as you like!

Food & Drink: The Liberty Public Market offers many food options - grab what sounds good to you!

Family Friendly: Kids and dogs welcome! (Dogs just can't go inside the food hall - they can be outside at the tables.)

Parking: Available onsite

Planning to join us? RSVP here so we know to look for you!

Questions? Contact Brent Sammons at president-sd@greatoutdoors.org

See you at the Liberty Public Market!

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Pickleball on Coronado (Sun, December 06, 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

San Diego Outdoor Pickleball!

Join Us for Pickleball on Coronado!

Date & Time: Every other Sunday 10:00–11:50am
Location: Pickleball courts at the Coronado Marriott Wellness Center (just inside the main entrance, to the right)

Cost: $8 per person to play
Parking: Free street parking – or $5 on-site for 2.5 hours with validation at the Wellness Center

How to RSVP

Register here through the GOSD event page.
Download the “Spond” app: https://www.spond.com/en-us/
Use the Rainbow Picklers Group Link to request access to the group: https://spond.com/invite/TYFKT
One of the group admins will approve your request. Please allow 48 hours for approval.
RSVP for each game via the Spond app. (Registration closes at 9am Friday before each Sunday game so we can secure the right number of courts. Late cancellations or no-shows are still responsible for the $8 court fee.)

We hope to see you on the courts!

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Social - Holiday Party 2026 (Sat, December 12, 2026)

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

'Tis the Season to Gather 'Round

Overview

'Tis the season to gather 'round with your Great Outdoors San Diego family! Join us for a festive, hosted potluck and White Elephant exchange - an evening of good food, great stories, and even better company. Swap tales from this year's adventures, start planning for next year's trips, and toast to the friends (old and new) who make this chapter what it is. This party is open to all GO members and their guests!

Andy's anchoring the potluck table with his legendary Chili Relleno Casserole and a huge pot of chicken corn chowder, plus "Louis' Bean Dip" and corn chips to kick things off. On the dessert side, look for Jeffrey's Frog-Eye Salad (no frogs harmed in the making of) and pumpkin pies. Bring your own family holiday favorite to round out the spread!

Space is limited to the first 30 people (members and guests combined), so grab your spot early!

Bonus: When you register, you'll be able to select which potluck category you'd like to bring — entrée, appetizer, side dish, or dessert — so we keep a nice balanced spread.

Festive attire is encouraged (think ugly sweaters, holiday flair, etc.) but never mandatory - come as you are and join the fun!

Date & Time

Saturday, December 12, 2026
5:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Location

Point Loma - Address provided via registraion confirmation email.
Unmetered street parking should be readily available.

Schedule

5:00 PM — Gathering & appetizers
6:00 PM — Dinner
7:30 PM — White Elephant Exchange
9:00 PM — Dessert (you won't want to miss this part!)

What to Bring

Potluck item (per your registration selection)
Drinks
A White Elephant gift — from your dusty closet or the store, $15 or less

Pets Permitted: NO

Who to Contact with Questions: Andy (Secretary-SD@GreatOutdoors.org) & Brent (President-SD@greatoutdoors.org)

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Pickleball on Coronado (Sun, December 20, 2026)

Sun, 20 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

San Diego Outdoor Pickleball!

Join Us for Pickleball on Coronado!

Date & Time: Every other Sunday 10:00–11:50am
Location: Pickleball courts at the Coronado Marriott Wellness Center (just inside the main entrance, to the right)

Cost: $8 per person to play
Parking: Free street parking – or $5 on-site for 2.5 hours with validation at the Wellness Center

How to RSVP

Register here through the GOSD event page.
Download the “Spond” app: https://www.spond.com/en-us/
Use the Rainbow Picklers Group Link to request access to the group: https://spond.com/invite/TYFKT
One of the group admins will approve your request. Please allow 48 hours for approval.
RSVP for each game via the Spond app. (Registration closes at 9am Friday before each Sunday game so we can secure the right number of courts. Late cancellations or no-shows are still responsible for the $8 court fee.)

We hope to see you on the courts!

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement

SD - Monthly Meet & Greet Social (Thu, January 07, 2027)

Fri, 08 Jan 2027 02:30:00 GMT

Let's Connect & Explore What's Next!

Join us Thursday, January 7th at the Liberty Public Market at Liberty Station for food, fun, and fraternization with your Great Outdoors San Diego community!

This is your casual, come-as-you-are chance to:

Connect with fellow members and meet our Core Group volunteers
Hear exciting trip previews from our Core Group and trip leaders (starting at 7:00pm)
Share ideas for adventures YOU want to see on our calendar
Bring friends who are curious about GOSD - members and non-members all welcome!

The Details:

Where: The outdoor tables just outside the south entrances of the Liberty Public Market, 2820 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106

When: Arrive at the tables with your food anytime from 6:30pm onward | Trip previews start at 7:00pm (wrapping by 8:00pm) | Stay as long as you like!

Food & Drink: The Liberty Public Market offers many food options - grab what sounds good to you!

Family Friendly: Kids and dogs welcome! (Dogs just can't go inside the food hall - they can be outside at the tables.)

Parking: Available onsite

Planning to join us? RSVP here so we know to look for you!

Questions? Contact Brent Sammons at president-sd@greatoutdoors.org

See you at the Liberty Public Market!

Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement