Weekend With Miss Vicky

As some of us have no doubt plans for the long weekend, Saturday could be a sporadic turnout, even without the 90% chance of rain predicted. Please sign in to let others know if you will tempt fate and show up (or not) Saturday at Loblaw’s, or go for a deferred Sunday walk, or stay home and eat chips in honour of HRH. Monday morning at 9:00 from Tims2 looms large as well.

Off Site Walk

June 3 might be a good Saturday for an offsite walk as the parks are reopened. Maybe from Colonel Danforth Park to the lake and back, followed by brunch at Eggsmart? Please weigh in…

Weekly Walks

As the days get longer and warmer, there is an opportunity to modestly increase the walking distances on Saturdays, even if there are no races on the horizon for most of us. The health/fitness benefits are fairly evident. In that spirit, and strictly voluntarily, this week will be a 10 km walk up to the lookout north of Danforth and Broadview. The spit is still too midgy.

As this is a familiar route, the turnarounds for shorter walks should be familiar.

Loblaw’s at 8 am. Weather looks good.

Oh Mama!

To all the moms and mums out there, a glorious day Sunday!

Distractions

Saturday promises to be a nice day so there should be no excuse, however…

Two events May conspire to keep a few away. First the Coronation of Charles III gets under way at 4 am our time and will be in full royal swing by the time we walk.

For the abolitionist, perhaps then World Naked Gardening Day might prove irresistible.

Or, you could combine the two and watch Chuck and Camilla in the garden in the buff (you, not them).

The best option though might still be a fun walk, not likely on the spit though as the midges are out.

Loblaw’s at 8, and don’t be late!

Birthdays

This coming Tuesday, Cynthia celebrates! Let’s send her our best wishes.

Weekly Walks

The forecast is calling for some rain Saturday, although hopefully tapering off by the time we meet. Given how this past week revealed that the precipitation will sometimes pause for us, might it be worth the risk? TBD closer to showtime. Usual time and place. It would be fun to see the group work its way back to the numbers pre-pandemic. Cherry blossoms might even be out in Woodbine Park.

Hot Docs

A few people in the group are booked in for Hot Docs, so this may mean a few missed walks, but excellent viewing. Enjoy!

Prodigal Walker Returns

We thought we had lost her to the rainy climes of Devon, but our gal Lynne is back. Fingers crossed she will be out Saturday (and the forecast rain never materializes) so we can all welcome her back to the fray in person. If the rain holds off or you are impermeable, Loblaw’s at 8. Sunday looks more agreeable if you prefer. Please let the group know your choice.

Weekly Walks

A reminder there are walks almost every day to fit your schedule. Most are in the morning – 8 on Tuesday and Thursday, 9 on Monday and Wednesday. Friday and Sunday are rest/cross training days for some, the latter also our swing day in case Saturday is rained out. If you are not yet joining any of these walks but would like to, just sign in and you can be brought into the fold. There is also a desire to shift some walks to evenings to help include those of us with day jobs and morning obligations. Watch for a post once that is confirmed.

Birthdays

Belated best birthday to Nishe last week! Upcoming is this blogger’s own b’day on Monday and the prodigal one’s on Friday. Yay!

Urban Jungle

Seeing wildlife when out is a great side benefit of walking. This creature was spotted this past week on a walk from the hardware store in the doorway of the Camino Bistro on Danforth and Dawes. Did it get lost on its way to Compostela?

Weekly Walks

Saturday will be lovely for a walk, and no excuse (except if one is isolating 😖. Loblaw’s at 8, direction tbd.

WhatsApp Changes

For the sake of clarity and efficiency, it has been suggested to rename the Shore Things Lite WhatsApp group to “Weekly Walks” and purpose it specifically for coordinating who, when and where for walks excluding Saturdays. That is essentially what it’s been used for anyway but this would make it official. The group is of course open to all Shore Things. Let Jan know to add you in if you are not already.

The original Shore Things group would remain and dedicated to more social interchanges, birthday wishes, announcements, and any news that should reach everyone.

Let us know what you think.

Bunny Hop

Saturday looks to be sunny for a great start to the Easter weekend. A bit chilly to start but warming up nicely through the morning. Loblaw’s at 8 as usual, direction tbd.

Off-site Walks

Now that better walking conditions are back, perhaps it’s time to consider occasional Saturday walks in other areas of the city. Please let the group know if you have suggestions for good spots (High Park for the cherry blossoms perhaps?). Just add your thoughts to the comments. Yes, it should be working now.

Fools in the Rain?

That special day of April may make fools of us as it looks like rain on Saturday. Let’s hope it’s a prank and we can meet at Loblaw’s at the usual time. If not, Sunday looks much nicer. Sign in and declare your intent.

HMSTWC

Her Majesty’s Shore Things Walking Club! Yes we have a royal appointment. The race outlined below comes with a royal jewel-like medal but only 200 available. Don’t dally!

There was no one else like her.

The medal had to be one-of-a-kind too!

(We have only 200 of these medals left.)

Get this royally amazing finisher medal, a Paddington Bear, a post-race lunch featuring marmalade sandwiches with tea, and more!

Register now for Her Majesty’s Royal Races.

Register before midnight tonight to save $10 on this great race or any of the following races when you register using promo code: ATB2023

(Just click on any of the races below to register.)

• Her Majesty’s Royal Races
• Bronte Creek 5K/10K
• Canada Day 5K 
• 2024 Chilly Half Marathon 
• 2024 Frigid 10K and Frosty 5K

(Please note the date change of this race to Sunday, March 17, 2024).

(Please note the date change of this race to Sunday, March 17, 2024)

And so we say goodbye to March with a wet and windy Saturday. Not ideal. Consider the PATH or perhaps later in the day? I’m open to suggestions.