Shelter Island & La Playa beach

6 miles, 2 1/2 hours, 500 ft total gain. This is an urban walk: mostly sidewalks, with some beach. Includes a few hidden pedestrian-only paths. Avoids busy roads. This is NOT a casual stroll: the walk includes some very steep hills, and we will be walking at a brisk pace, about 3.2 mph.

Route: We'll start on Shelter island, walk past Rondelet condos to La Playa beach. Uphill past Lucy Evans Lauren Memorial Garden to Silvergate Ave. Downhill using hidden paths, returning to Shelter island. A map of the route is in the photos below.

Hazards: We'll be walking on some streets do not have sidewalks, so walkers must be alert for cars, and use common sense. It may be hot and humid, so bring a water bottle.

Start time: Meet at 8am, start walking promptly at 8:05am.

Where: 1776 Shelter Island Dr. (near the restrooms) Free parking.

Restrooms: At start/end, but not in middle.

No dogs on this walk.

Bring a positive attitude! This is a friendly, diverse, inclusive event. No negative energy allowed :-)

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