Month: April 2022

Walks Saturday April 30 to Friday May 6

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Keep Calm and Keep On Paddling

As I write this post on a cold afternoon, it’s hard to believe that we are going into May, but hope for warmer weather is just down the road. Let’s keep putting one foot in front of the other.

Weekly Walks

Saturday promises to be much more seasonable, so no excuses, right? Meet at Loblaw’s at 8 for what looks like a great walk under sunny skies.

As mentioned in the previous post, weekday walks are happening in the east end. Let Jan know if you want in and she will add you to the ShoreThings Light WhatsApp group where such things are coordinated.

Walks Saturday April 23 to Friday April 29

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It’s Tidy Up Time

Lou-Ann sends this along:

As this weekend is Clean-up (Toronto), I was thinking of cleaning-up the “Peanut” and it could be a Shore Things’ project after we walk.

Meet in the “Peanut” (base of Coxwell parking lot closest to the marina) at 9:30 to partake in the Clean-up Toronto this weekend, Saturday April 23rd.  I will provide the latex gloves and plastic grocery bags to put the garbage in.  Come for a few minutes or as long as you like…all are welcome…every little bit helps.

This location was thought of as it is an area we often like to walk and is a beautiful piece of the lake front.

If it is pouring rain maybe we will have to postpone it to another weekend, however if it is a drizzle wear your rain jacket…I will post on the blog if it is cancelled.

Mind the Gap

Apologies to all for missed birthday since mid-winter, just did not keep my eyes on the ball.

  • Ian (in memoriam) March 20
  • Sheila April 2
  • Jim April 14
  • Nishe April 15

Birthdays this week

Sunday is my turn, how time flies! Next Thursday will be Lynne’s celebration, and if we sing “Happy Birthday” loud enough, she might even hear us in Plymouth!

Weekly Walks

Currently the odds are fairly even for rain Saturday morning. Let’s keep our fingers crossed for decent enough weather for a walk and the Peanut clean-up (see above).

For walks during the week, FYI there is a separate group on WhatsApp more specific to coordinating days, times and locations in the east end. If you would like to be added, let Jan know, although be prepared for more back-and-forth notifications.

Walks Saturday April 16 to Friday April 22

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A Spring In Their Step

This fine group of friends achieved their goal and have the hardware and t-shirt wear to prove. Way to go! According to the participants, “It was a perfect day for the race, and we climbed up the Taylor Creek hill as an homage to the High Park ‘kill-the-hill’ at the end of the race!”

For others, it was lovely lakeside walk at Rosetta McClain Gardens, a favourite. Mighty heavenly light shone through the clouds (cue choir).

Weekday Walks

Long-lost relative of the platypus (look it up!)

Saturday looks cool and only possibly wet, but good enough to get us out! As it’s Easter weekend, plans and family commitments may be more idiosyncratic than usual, so please let everyone know where you stand walking-wise. It will be Loblaw’s at 8, as per the ancient tradition. If we don’t see you Saturday, have a great weekend and see you back on the trails to walk off the extra paschal grub. You might see pretty views like this.

Update!

There will be a Monday walk from Tim’s 2 at 9:00! Let everyone know if you can make it.

Walks Saturday April 9 to Friday April 15

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Surfing the Waves

Well here we are yet again with a surge in cases. For our group, there is good news as Vaxx#4 is now available, with bookings open on guv and Shoppers websites. Ours are booked already, and although it says 5 months on the official website, I was able to test that on the official booking resulting in a date 2 weeks earlier. Shoppers allows between 3 and 5 months with informed consent.

And on that note, a number of us have have COVID hit close to home, and in some cases a bullseye. One of our own has written a guide that highlights the experience of it and how to navigate the health care system. Very much worth a read, but I will not post it on this blog for privacy reasons. Instead, you will get a copy via the Google Groups email and WhatsApp on Friday April 9.

Meeting of the Minds…and the Feet

A few walkers have asked whether we will be returning to Tim’s as our Saturday meeting point. There are pros and cons to both Loblaw’s and Tim’s. Think about that and let the group know what you think. For this week, we will stick with Loblaw’s.

Weekday Walks

Saturday’s forecast is for rain, but let’s leave that penciled in for now, usual locale and location. If the deluge happens, Sunday will be the rain date.

Two different post walk experiences!

Walks Saturday April 2 to Friday April 8

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No Bad Weather, Just Bad Clothing

That’s the saying anyway, and we put it to the test last week. All said and done, it was okay (thanks Norma for the pics)!

Or if you prefer…

You could be in Seville with this gal!

Weekly Walks

Saturday looks sunny and cool, so no excuse! There is the possibility of a 7 km walk along the Meadoway from Victoria Park to Kennedy and back at 8:30 am and a high likelihood of brunch nearby at the Gingerman, for those who wish a change of pace and bonus calories. Please check the comments for finalized plans.