Do More on the Shore Ezine

An Ezine Produced by the Waterfront Regeneration Trust

CIBC* COIPThe waterfront municipalities of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River, conservation authorities and community groupsThe Eastern Lake Ontario – St. Lawrence River Waterfront Working Group* MapArt* DunmapOntario Ministry of Health Promotion Regional Niagara Bicycling Committee* St. Lawrence Cement* Tilley Endurables

September 2007

IN THIS ISSUE:

Featured Route
Featured Attraction
Volksport
Trail Tale
Upcoming Events

FEATURED ROUTE – Scarborough

The Waterfront Trail is 650km from Niagara to Quebec, but there is a gap in Scarborough that the Waterfront Regeneration Trust is working to close and get signed. As part of the first annual Waterfront Trail and Greenway Day on Sept. 20th, we will be riding 56km from Mississauga to Pickering, including the proposed route through Scarborough.
There are a few spots available for this ride if you would like to join us or volunteer along the route; for more information log on to www.waterfronttrail.org or contact Petrina at pt@wrtrust.com or 416-943-8080.

If you would like to ride the route on your own you can check out the maps at:
http://www.waterfronttrail.org/maps/wt-zone2.pdf
http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/canada/mississauga-/705181541

We would love to hear your comments about what you think of the interim route as we will be meeting with the city in a few weeks and your opinion matters!

FEATURED ATTRACTION – Lakefront Promenade Marina

A favourite stop for several Waterfront Trail users is the Lakefront Promenade Public Marina. Located on one of the largest park developments on Lake Ontario, the marina offers a licensed patio from which to enjoy the comings and goings of the boats while stopping for a rest and a snack. There are also picnic spots and a pond to play with your battery operated remote control boat. For more information log on to:
http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/discover/marinas

VOLKSPORT

Have you heard of Volksport? According to the Canadian Volksport Association “A Volkssport Event is an organized non-competitive walk, bike ride, swim, or cross-country ski through a scenic area over a pre-determined route designed for people of all ages.”

There are several events that take place throughout the province, check out the links below for more information.
http://www.walks.ca/CVFclubs.html#onta
http://web.ncf.ca/ao877/

TRAIL TALE by Neil MacFayden

Neil MacFayden rode 275km from Stevensville (Fort Erie) to Port Hope on Aug. 10th, and although he didn’t make it to Belleville as anticipated, he completed a large chunk of the Waterfront Trail in 13 hours.
“ I really enjoyed the pathways, it helps to relax while on them and not worry about the traffic behind you. The first trail I hit was in Hamilton, great trail in that it also helps the community reclaim the beach front. Nice ride under the Burlington Skyway and then through Burlington. I picked it up again for a short ride in Mississauga, then not again until Toronto. Going through Toronto with the path really helps. After the docks in Toronto back on the path through the Beaches very nice. Then caught Lawrence and the bridge over the Rouge.”
MacFayden’s wife met him in Port Hope where they stayed the night and recovered at Sandbanks Provincial Park the next day. The enjoyed Sandbanks so much that they returned to camp the following week-end.

UPCOMING EVENTS

There’s still a lot happening on Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River waterfronts this fall. Terry Fox runs will be happening on the 16th, art exhibits and music festivals are taking place, and harvest and chili events will help you stay warm as our days get colder. For a full listing of events log on to:
http://www.waterfronttrail.org/trail-ev2007sept.html

WORLD RECORD WALK

Green Communities Canada, with support from the Ministry of Health and Promotion, are attempting to make it in to the Guiness Book of World Records on October 3rd. The previous record of most people walking was set by Western Australia in September 2006 with 100,915 participants. There are planned events all over the province, you are welcome to organize your own group, or you can join the Waterfront Regeneration Trust.

Who: Anyone who would like to participate
When: Oct. 3 - meet at 12:15, walk at 12:30
Where: Coronation Park in Toronto, in front of HMCS York at the Waterfront Trail trailhead sign (just off of Lakeshore Blvd. W between Fort York Blvd and Bathurst). See Waterfront Trail map 2-11
Parking: People can park at Ontario Place
Walking Route: We will walk a 1km loop towards Ontario Place
Contact: Petrina at pt@wrtrust.com or 416-943-8080 for more information or to register for free
Official Website: www.worldrecordwalk.ca

WORLD CAR FREE DAY

Every September 22nd is World Car Free Day, a day when people around the world use alternate means of transportation to showcase what our communities might look like, feel like, and sound like without cars. The Waterfront Trail offers a great avenue to use for a commute to work, to get errands done, or for recreation. For more information on World Car Free Day log on to: http://www.worldcarfree.net/wcfd/

For help in organizing a commute route or questions about equipment to help make your commute more comfortable give us a shout at 416-943-8080 or pt@wrtrust.com.

If you have any questions or would like to contribute to the Shorezine, please contact Petrina at:
pt@wrtrust.com
416-943-8080
372 Richmond Street West, Suite 308
Toronto, Ontario
M5V 1X6

WARNING: The information and suggestions in this newsletter have been developed to assist Trail users in planning both their recreational and commuting trips along the Waterfront Trail. It mentions signed routes of the Trail, as well as possible routes and connections in areas where routes have not yet been designated as part of the Waterfront Trail. The possible routes and connections have been identified in consultation with the municipalities and Conservation Authorities of Lake Ontario and from Trail users. Some of these possible routes and connections may not be ideal for cycling, in-line skating, or hiking. They may be unsuitable for some Trail users because of the close proximity to vehicular traffic or unsuitable trail surface. Whenever possible, indicators have been placed on the maps to warn of caution areas. However, be prepared to make your own evaluation of traffic, trail and road conditions, and plan routes appropriate to your riding, in line skating, and hiking skills and your comfort level. This newsletter is not intended as a guide for children.