I decided to join the Turtles Hike today. I'd promised Merel I would join them one day. Having already been on the Hares pre-hike on Monday I thought today would be perfect with the meeting points for both hikes close by
12 Turtles met at the Ferry Terminal for the 11:00 am crossing to Centre Island (not all in photo)
Surprisingly the boat was pretty full with passengers out to enjoy the sunshine
A good day to leave the city behind
It was soon clear as we approached the island that the flooding was quite severe
Setting off but still time to smell the blooms
Our boat returns to the City
More evidence of the flooding
Pausing at the Log Flume
Time to view the animals
These swans are washed-up
Safe height from the floods
Crossing the Bridge to the Avenue of the Islands
Getting some Shade
Making our way to the Boardwalk with Merel leading
Group photo spoilt by the contrast
Nearing our lunch spot
The road has vanished
Relaxing at the Sunshine Centre
Makeshift crossing point
Time to roll up your pants!
Wading to Algonquin Island
Artistic use of the tree stump
Quick trip around Island before heading to the Ferry Dock
Back on the Boardwalk to avoid more paddling
Waiting for the 2:00 pm Ferry
Heading back to the city
Flying around the Tower
Waiting for the Streetcar to Union
I thoroughly enjoyed my day with Merel and the Turtles. They are an integral part of the Club and are often overshadowed by the main group. They allow our more senior members to continue walking over shorter distances as well for those that are trying to get back into shape after an injury. I'm so pleased to be able to feature them on my Blog
Well said Roger.
ReplyDeleteWe do tend to forget the turtles, and let's face it. We will all be turtles before too long.