What a glorious morning it was to walk the Toronto Islands
as a change-up to our routine! Fourteen
of us met at the ferry docks at 7:45 to enjoy the scenic ride from Bay Street
to Hanlon’s Point to Ward Island.
Resourceful Phyllis brought us maps, including detail of Ward’s Island
that allowed us to suss out the B and B options available as we walked by. The loop of the islands from the Ward ferry
to Hanlon’s Point and back is about 12 kilometres. A side trip through Algonquin Island added a
kilometre for those training for the KW Walking Classic. A few stalwart souls added another 4
kilometre loop to train for the Scotia or Washington.
We sprawled on the lawn outside The Rectory, waiting for it
to open at 11, and compared stretches we’d learned in Pilates and yoga
classes. Brunch (or lunch? -there was some discussion) was delicious and
served promptly. Many of us opted for the
frittata, although there was considerable interest in the mole steak. We thought it would be pretty small although
a laudable attempt to serve local food.
Hats off to the group heading to the north to raft the
Nahanni River next weekend! We can’t
wait to hear all about your adventures.
