It was a cool blustery day around 6 degrees but it did not deter 57 Seniors making the north easterly journey to the starting point at Tim Hortons at the corner of Steeles & Don Mills
Happy Hiking Co-ordinators
Setting off after a snow squall blew through
Away from the traffic Monica welcomed several new members and gave the group the scoop on today's hike
Ann reflects on life in general
Liliane squeezes the group between the hedge and the mailbox to facilitate an accurate count
She would dearly love to have a sign like this
And I would love to have this one to rave about
Entering Duncan Creek Park part of the Leslie Greenbelt
Surprise Surprise, we meet up with Turtles coming towards us
Leaving the park at Don Mills Rd
Quick break
Following the Hydro Lines from Duncan Mills Road to Leslie Street
Stanley demonstrates how low he can go
Cheating doing the Limbo
Waiting for the rear guard
There they are! Unfortunately Agnes wasn't feeling very well so they helped her to catch the bus
The lunch spot
Lunch pics galore!
Irene is seen waiting for a fly
At least I'm happy having eaten a sandwich at Subway
Waiting for the off!
Heading out
Making our way to the East Don Parkland Trail
On the Trail heading north to Steeles and Leslie
German Mills Creek
Rear Views
Some, including yours truly, crossed Leslie Street by mistake
Making amends and meeting back up with the main group
Crossing Steeles and continuing along Leslie
Arriving at German Mills Settlers Park
A bunch of Settlers
Back on the East Don Parkland Trail heading to Berczy Wycliffe Park
Liz leading the way out of the Park
The backs of colourful mailboxes
Old School House circa 1814, now a Daycare
Spotting Elvis in the house
Entering the park along the McLaren trail
Tom strides to the finishing line
It was necessary to car pool to reach The Owl & Firkin Pub. Unfortunately we owe a sincere apology to Jackie & Robin who were unable to secure a ride. Instead of adhering to Monica's instructions the car drivers scooted off! We may, or may not, have been able to squeeze Jackie & Robin in. A further screw up on my part was my camera setting. It was set on Night Scene resulting in my pub pics being suitable for the trash bin only. The photo of the pub was taken on a previous hike
Yolanta's pic is the only one to record the happy hour
We must thank Monica. She leads her hikes at decent pace but at the same time is always conscious of the entire group. Her designated Posts ensure everyone stays on course. Thanks again to Kevin who deserves the "Gold Broom" for Sweeping and also to Liliane, Counter Extraordinaire
