Walks - Sat. Dec. 27th - Wed. Dec. 31st.

Wishing everyone the best of the season -

I hope you enjoyed time with family & friends

 

It's back to reality and walking on Saturday morning at Tim's at 8:00 am. Join us for 8 brisk kms (or less), coffee and then we're on our way. Let's take advantage of the lack of snow and ice - I fear this is a temporary situation.

 

Mid-week walks are usually Monday and Wednesday. Check the blog to see who's interested, when and where. It is a bit awkward with holiday schedules...

 

Announcements: from Rainer...Robbie Burns 8 km race is Jan. 25th in Burlington. Only a few spots left. Yes, there is a category for walkers. Check the website and sign up.

 

from Libby...Resolution run is Sunday for a few of us. I will need to walk 8K this Saturday but appears no other race training required at the moment.

fall photo from the spit

Walks - Sat. Dec. 20 - Wed. Dec. 24

'Tis the season....and we need to walk if we plan to indulge in some of the treats, so be sure to join us on Saturday at Tim's at 8:00 am. I know it is a busy time of year.....but come, walk, join us for coffee, and we will be on our way. Libby needs company for 10 km.

Mid week walks - I'm going to suggest Monday morning (?) and evening (Loblaws). Check the blog for location and company. Wednesday morning may work for some - say 9:00 am and check the blog first for location and company.

Some years, we have walked on Boxing Day morning. Sign in, if you are interested...9:00 am at Tim's 2 - my suggestion for a meeting spot.

Announcements - from Dawn:  TKO’s brunch - I am wondering if people would be interested in doing a TKO’s brunch early in the new year.    If so, I'll arrange it with Mary probably end of Jan. or early Feb. Let Dawn know or use to blog to do so.

Harry’s Spring Run -  We cannot register as a team as hoped, but we can register individually and be a team doing this for Ian.    There are currently five people registered and I hope we can get a good sized group doing this event.   It’s only 8k and they usually have a good loot bag!!    Lets get together and do this and maybe have brunch or something after wards………..   Remember to let Libby know when you have registered.

from Kathleen via Sharon: A message from Kathleen Kirkham about a race in Picton (many local locations, as well). It is a very short distance but a good cause - a walk for Alzheimers Society in Picton on January 31 from 1-3. The website is: www.walkformemories.ca Nice to hear from you, Kathleen.

from Libby:

As the holidays approach with all the good treats I am sure we will all welcome a walk this week!

Rainer - committed to the Hypothermic? How far do you need to walk?  
Santa Race was enjoyed by all the Merry HoHoHo’ers in their large Suits!

 

Hope to see you Saturday

 

Walks - Sat. Dec.13 - Wed. Dec. 17

Jan...

Join us Saturday for a walk starting from Tim's at 8:00 am. Any distance will do as long as you come out.

 

For those who are heading to Burlington for the Santa run - have fun! Take photos for our blog.

 

As usual, on Monday and Wednesday there are day time and evening walks. The day folks know what to do (don't call Dawn - she'll be away) and evening walkers check the blog - sometimes locations and start times vary slightly - Loblaws and (likely) Shoppers - both nights at 7:00.

 

Announcements: from Rainer Just heard that the K-W Walking classic has a new 'sponsor' hotel - new Delta 4 star in Waterloo .... sounds nice and has a good rate. About $159 per night but seems to have parking charge of $12.00 per day extra.

Would be good if we can identify who is planning on doing the K-W classic and see who wants to stay there or who wants to stay at the Waterloo Hotel across the street. I always preferred the Waterloo Hotel as it is so close to the start line and those like me that are doing the 10km can be there early to cheer the Half starters on.

Personally I would stay at the Waterloo Hotel and we could try to book the rooms as a block and book early to see if we can get a discount ... let me know what you think.  

 

from Libby: A friendly reminder to sign up for Harry’s Spring Fling in High Park. It is only 8K and we will be doing this race is support of Ian Brown and prostate cancer.

 





Walks - Sat. Dec. 6 - Wed. Dec. 10

Friends

Join us Saturday at Tim's at 8:00 am for a brisk walk - moving quickly to keep warm.  Libby needs to do 10 kms as her training is starting for her next race and she would appreciate company. Others may choose to travel less distance. But do come out. There are a few of you that haven't been seen in recent months - mentioning no names, of course.

 

Mid week walks on Monday and Wednesday offer day or evening choices. The day time group knows the routine - check with Dawn. The evening group meets at Loblaws (Monday) and Shoppers (Wednesday) at 7:00 pm. Walks are always better when shared with friends....sign in on the blog with your plan.

 

Announcements from Helen - The Corning Wineglass Race in October 2015. Helen and Bob really loved this race last fall. Please register early with a hotel room if interested as the accommodations go fast!

http://www.wineglassmarathon.com/ 

 

From Libby:  Robbie Burns is almost sold out...we have 2 more Shore Things registered. Anyone else interested should move quickly!

Santa suit Race in Burlington next week. Libby will go and pick up race kits next week so let her know if you want your suit pick up.

From Olwyn: There is a candy cane tea and crafts sale at Lou Ann's church (where we host the year end party)  11 am - 3 pm this Sat. Some of our very own will be selling their crafts. Let's support them.