Reaching for memories of spring?

Please join us on Saturday for a very brisk walk, leaving from Tim's at 8:00 am. It might be brisk, again. For those training, you have more of a challenge: Good Life racers need to walk 14K and K-W 12K. weekday distances should be at least 6K on any 2 nights. This winter weather has been quite the challenge for training and building endurance for races.

 

Mid-week walks are Monday, Loblaws at 7:00 and Wednesday, Occasions at 7:00 - both nights doing 6 kms. Cold weather and evening walks seem to work against each other, but do join us if you are able. This Wed. is also Doc Soup so some of us have a perfect reason to skip can't join you for  your walk in the cold. Please sign in on the blog so others know where you'll be and when.

 

Announcements: from Libby: For those of you not committed to a race, do think of registering for either the Yonge Street 10K or Spring Life 10K. As long as you manage 8K on a Saturday, either of theses races are quite doable and both are fun! It is nice to garner a medal or 2 each year for our efforts! Harry’s Spring Fling is coming soon so be sure to add a hill or two to your weekly walks! You would be amazed at what Ruth and I have endured in hill classes with Lee on Saturday- quite the workout!

One more: Register by February 28th to Guarantee Your Shirt Size for the GoodLife Fitness Toronto Marathon!

Several walkers are away enjoying France, Portugal, southern islands, skiing - have a wonderful time wherever you are.

 

Birdman - best picture - really???



Shoes at Dawn's front door during our brunch

 

 



Walks - Sat. Feb. 21 - Wed. Feb. 25

Familiar footpath

Once again, there is nothing I can say to improve the weather, so let's just move on. Join us on Sat. at 8:00 am at Tim's and let's pretend we'll walk before coffee. For those training, Libby says: for Goodlife it is 12 K Saturday and for KW...yes Alexis!...you need to walk 8K. All others may choose your distance and Yaktrax may be necessary as warmer weather is bringing snow...Seems we can’t win this year.

Mid-week walks are Monday & Wednesday - daytime folks connect with each other; evening folks meet at Loblaws on Mon; Occasions on Wed. Both nights at 7:00 pm. Please use the blog so other's know your intentions.

 

Below are a few reminders from Libby...

KW Walking Classic  (May 10) is open for registration. There are rooms at a special group rate at the Delta and organizers Sue and Dave are busy finalizing details on a pasta dinner there the night before the race. This race is one of the TWO races in North America that is only for walkers! . There is also a 10k event and 5k event. Both of these distances should be manageable based on our weekly walks.

The other walker-only race is The New Albany Walking Classic. We know several people who have signed up! This race sells out quickly. If you are registering, register as a competitor. Believe me…you will be fast enough.

The Toronto 10K (April 19) race offers a walk division and the Canada Running Series, host of the race, is committed to supporting the walkers in every way: separate start, back bib, separate results, awards.

Hugs to Trish, our friend - thinking of you and your family. Trish's Mom suffered a serious stroke.

 



There is absolutely nothing to be said that will improve the weather! 

 

Join us Saturday at Tim's at 8:00 am. The company will be good. We'll walk any distance that seems reasonable but at least we'll get out. Good Life training has begun - 10 km this Sat; K-W classic walkers need to consider 8 km. Ruth will help Libby do her 14 km on Sunday. They are braver women than I am.

 

Mid week walks: daytime walkers connect through Dawn. Evening walkers meet Monday at Loblaws; Wednesday at Occasions; both at 7:00 pm. Please sign in on the blog so others know your plans.

 

Announcements: from Libby: Best wishes to Rainer in the Sarnia winter classic race - make us proud!

 

from Rainer:

Signups for the 11th annual New Albany Walking Classic are at record pace. A very early sell out is expected. The early bird discount for the Walk will expire on Valentine’s Day so sign up now to express your love for walking. Ruth and Arlene did this race last year - They liked it!



Walks - Sat. Feb. 7 - Wed. Feb. 11

The newly weds - welcome home

Join us Saturday for a crisp stroll leaving Tim's at 8:00 am for any distance of your choosing. It might be brisk!

 

This is the best time of year to join us if you have been absent as our distances are reasonable .... we're expecting you on Saturday. I noticed that some people enjoy brunch without the walking!

 

Mid-week walks: daytime group organize themselves through Dawn. Evening group meet Mon. at Loblaws at 7:00; Wed. at Occasions. Please sign in the blog to let others know your intentions. 

 

Great brunch last Sunday - thanks so much to Dawn & TKOs for the yummy spread and for organizing it.

 

Announcements: from Charlotte - Interested in mittens made in Taloyoak, Nunavut? Cost $50 with fur; $40 without fur.  Colours: red or deep purple. I'm asking if they be made a bit longer in the cuff. At Tim's on Sat, if anyone wants to try them on.

 

From Libby: Canada Army Run Registration Open

Sunday, September 20 in Ottawa. Early bird rates until May 31st.  A Shore things favourite. Let Libby your interest.

New Albany Walking Classic  “ A Walker ONLY Race"!

Registration open. Sign up as soon as you can. Ponder points:

1. The Walk sells out quickly. 
2. Early bird discounts will be in effect through Feb. 14th.
3. Giveaways will be abundant: include an awesome hooded jacket.
4. Changes: option to sign up as a competitor or non-competitor. 

From Ruth: there is a free Women's Self Defense course (two Saturdays) at Centre 55 (Main & Gerrard). Check with Ruth or Centre 55 for details.

 

Joan - I didn't receive your message re: knitted hats!