Walks - Saturday Sept. 1 - Wednesday Sept. 5

Join us on Saturday at Tim's at 8:00 am - walking any distance that suits you and the weather. What a great way to begin the long weekend.
For those training, the required distances are as follows:
Maritimers- 16K -10 and 10K during the week

Corning Half- 18K- 8 and 10 during the week

Scotia Half- 12K - 10 and 8 during the week

Please let others know if the training team is starting earlier due to the longer distances.

Other walking opportunities:

Sunday walkers meet at the Running Room on Queen St. at 8:30 am

Given that it is a long weekend, I suggest that Monday walkers meet at 9:00 am at Tim's 2.

Wednesday walkers meet at Occasions at 6:30 pm

Mid week daytime walkers usually receive a message from Charlotte regard the meeting place and time. Check in the Charlotte if you want more information.

Announcements and Information:

Consider this short race -new this year: Ultra Night Run - Sept. 8. Still time to register. A few Shorethings are registered already. Check it out:

https://www.ultranightrun.ca/toronto-s16404

from Ruth: some information which may be important for ibuprofen users - ibuprofen could cause sun sensitivity 

https://www.consumerreports.org/drug-safety/can-your-meds-make-you-more-sensitive-to-sun-and-heat/?EXTKEY=EE884PMAC&utm_source=acxiom&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20180828_cromc_engagewkly

Several folks are enjoying some time away - safe travels; enjoy; have fun - we look forward to hearing about your travels.

To anyone who is ill or injured, we send you our best wishes - we miss you and hope to see you soon.

Walks - Saturday Aug. 25 - Wednesday Aug. 29

Join us on Saturday at Tim's at 8:00 am - it is our last weekend walk during the month of August - where has the summer gone?

Training distances are as follows:
Maritimers have their LAST long walk scheduled - 20K; week days 8 K both days
Corning- 16K (ladies seem to be MIA)- 10 K both days
Scotia Half- 16K - 8 K both days
As always, sign in to let us know your start times and routes in the event others may keep you company on the long stretch!

Other options for walking:
Sunday at the Running Room on Queen St. at 8:30
Evenings at 6:30 pm on Monday (Loblaws) and Wednesday (Occasions).

Join in; keep fit; and enjoy the company of friends.

Walks - Saturday August 17 - Wednesday August 22

Pool Perfect

Yikes - another hot week and weekend - join us at Tim's at 8:00 am on Saturday for any distance that suits you. 

For those training, the distances are as follows:

Maritime - 18K with 8 and 10K during the week

Corning and Scotia Half- 14K with 8 and 10K during the week

I understand that the Maritime group may meet on Sunday at Tim's for a walk to the belt line and return. Time 7:30 - TBC. Watch the comment section of the blog for further details.

Other options:

Sunday at the Running Room on Queen Street at 8:30 am

Monday (Loblaws) and Wednesday (Occasions) at 6:30 pm.

Yes, it helps to sign in so others know your plans.

Thank you - Lou Ann and Paul Cox hosted a fabulous pool party last weekend - great food, great friends and a relaxing afternoon splashing around in the pool. A summer highlight! Thank you so much.

Announcements and Information:
From Susan - Tommy Thompson park is hosting the 9th Annual Butterfly festival this weekend.
Late August is the prime time to get a glimpse of the Monarch Butterfly before they start their annual migration to Mexico, where they spend the winter. This incredible 3,500 km migration takes place between August and November and begins with the gathering of the Monarchs at places like Tommy Thompson Park.

from Libby: Lots of races this fall and lots of ShoreThings competing so if you are thinking of a race, long or short, now is the time to commit. So much more fun with a group! Options include: Ultra Night Walk (5K)- Sept. 8 
Maritime Weekend-Sept. 14  
Cavan Hills (10 and 5K walk) Sept. 22 
BIST- Sept 30 
Corning Wineglass- Sept. 30

Scotia Waterfront Half- Oct. 21

from Rainer: Cavan Hills- WALKER FRIENDLY race! Word on the street is they have increased their supply of butter tarts just to entice the ShoreThings!. It is a lovely drive to Peterborough. There is a 4.5K distance as well as the 10K - Sept 22

A short update on a 5km race Rainer did in Neustadt Saturday morning.
Neustadt is a small village (pop 545) about 45 minute drive south of Owen Sound. All funds raised go to charity with the biggest portion for mental health. They have a 10km run, 5km run and a 5km walk. Walkers have a separate colour bib and start time. Lots of community support, friendly people and volunteers.

from Susan - via FB - congratulations to Helen, yes our very own Helen has been awarded the 2018 Gold Award for Best Digital Writing (about gardening, I believe).

To those travelling, be safe, be well and enjoy your time away.

Walks - Saturday Aug. 11 - Wednesday Aug. 15

City Fences - part 1:  Keeping time to the music

It's hot - let's walk - Join us at Tim's at 8:00 am on Saturday for a walk with friends....and to forget about the heat and humidity. 

For those training, sign in and state your preferred start time (7:00 or 7:30 or 7:45).  Distances are as follows:

Maritime races- Saturday 16K with 10 and 10 during the week

Corning- Saturday 12K with 10 and 8 during the week

Scotia- 12K with 8 and 8 during the week

from Jan:...Those doing 16 km are meeting at Broadview and Danforth, 7:30 am, walking to the Beltline and return - sign in to let them know if you plan to join them for part or all of the route.

Other walking opportunities:

Sunday, 8:30 am at Running Room on Queen St. E

Evenings at 6:30 pm at Loblaws (Monday) and Occasions (Wednesday)

Announcements & Information: from Lou-Ann - annual pool party is Saturday Aug. 11 any time after 2:30 pm - pot luck, byob, and please RSVP asap!  Rain date is Aug. 12.

from Kim: A new local race "BIST Heros 5K Run Walk or Roll" being held in Wilket Creek September 30. Support a great cause! Calling all heroes of brain injury.  Break out your capes and step up to the start line! Whether you are a survivor, family member, caregiver, healthcare or legal professional, or a concerned individual – you are a hero of brain injury.   Form your own “Super Hero Squad” - Capes, Masks, Wings and Super Powers are encouraged.  Bring your family, friends and co-workers for a fun filled morning to support a great cause. Registration $30 until Sept. 8

www.bist.ca/5k

from Libby:  Just a reminder for the Shakespeare Race in the Beach August 25

Or, maybe consider the Oasis Zoo Race September 22- a fabulous Panda T-shirt and medal. Both 10 and 5K distances. A fun race around the Torornto Zoo!

from Olwyn: 

A new study brings good news to walkers, and especially to those who favour a brisker pace. The faster you walk, the more you may be prolonging your lifespan, the researchers have found. It's a known fact that walking can help to protect our health and prolong our lives. Walking for as little as 2 hours per week brings down the risk of all-cause mortality. This activity has also been linked with enhanced cognitive abilities and better psychological well-being.

City Fences - part 2 - rolling along

Walks - Saturday Aug. 4 - Wednesday Aug. 8

Is it possible that Rainer is telling yet another story?

Join us on Saturday at Tim's at 8:00 am - kick off the long weekend walking with friends followed by coffee. The distance is yours to decide unless you are training.  

Training distances for Saturday and next week are as follows:

Halifax:  14, 8 and 8 km

Corning:  16, 8 and 8 km

Scotia:     10, 8 and 6 km

For those training, sign in to let others know if you want an earlier start time (7:00 or 7:15 or 7:30?)

Given it is a long weekend, I suggest that Monday's walk begin at 9:00 am at Tim's at Leslie and Lakeshore - if it is a hot day, walking along the waterfront is the best choice.  Please sign in to let others know your plans.

Sunday walkers usually meet at the Running Room on Queen St. at 8:30 am.

Monday walkers - see above.

Wednesday walkers usually meet at Occasions at 6:30 pm.

Several folks are away or choosing other walking options - it helps if you sign in.

Announcements from Lou Ann The Shorethings Annual Pool Party is Saturday Aug. 11 (rain date is Aug. 12) anytime after 2:30 pm.  Pot-luck (Lou-Ann & Paul will BBQ something) and BYOB

Bring a dish to share, bathing suit and towel...and of course the sunshine! RSVP to Lou Ann directly.

from Susan - my thanks to Lou Ann and Paul for hosting the pool party again - one of summer's highlights!

And, my thanks to Helen for taking over the blog for several weeks while I was away playing.

Lastly, we hope that those travelling are safe and enjoying a wonderful get-away. To those who are injured or unwell, we send you our best. Hope to see you again soon.

Bob and Helen practicing the Shorethings Shuffle