Do you like walking in soft sand? Come on, who doesn’t? 🤪 This is a challenging walk over a variety of terrain, but primarily soft sand. Please review the full details below – especially the prerequisite – and see if this walk is for you.
Meet by 5:15 PM (There is no fee after 5 PM) for some stretching to begin walking at 5:30 PM (walk is tide dependent). Hosted by Debbie Zinck and Sweep TBD.
*Prerequisite: Instructional clinic and at least two recent CCNW 4+ mile walks, at a steady pace, on varied terrain, with fewer breaks.
*Distance: 4+ miles.
*Pace: Moderate to Fast as terrain allows, with fewer stops (22-23 minute mile).
*Terrain: On the marsh side: short paved path leading to trail with a LOT of soft sand, some uneven gravel/rocks and a high soft sand dune that leads to the beach.
On the beach side: hard and sift-packed sand with many sections of assorted size rocks. UNLESS THERE ARE CLOUDS THIS WALK IS IN FULL SUN.
For Your Safety: Consider the weather forecast when booking a walk. WATER MUST BE CARRIED ON ALL WALKS! In consideration of personal and group safety, if you arrive without water, you will not be allowed to walk. Dress for the weather and protect yourself from the elements. Choose appropriate footwear for trail conditions. Use repellent to protect yourself from ticks, which are active.
* Limit 1 walk per day to give others the chance to walk.
* Wear your CCNW ID badge.
* Rubber tips are recommended, sand baskets if you use them.
* Restrooms and water are available. Bring tissue in a plastic bag in case of a bio break need.
* If your plans change, kindly cancel your booking at least 24 hours in advance of walk start time so other walkers may join.
Walk may be canceled, changed, or rescheduled for weather or other reasons. Cancellation decision will be made at least 2 hours in advance. Check your email (including spam) before driving to the walk. If a walk is canceled, registrants will receive a system-generated email and the walk will no longer be visible in the event listing or on the calendar.
Directions: Please use 425 Sandy Neck Road in Sandwich as the address for your GPS. Once you turn onto Sandy Neck Road, pass the check-in house and continue straight to an upper parking lot and park. In case of overflow, park in the lower lot.
