It’s important to meet in the parking lot at 8:15, because we need to stretch, then walk 1.5 miles to the Railroad Bridge, so we can watch it descend at 9:15.  We want to get there before the action starts. At precisely 9:15 AM, the railroad bridge comes down, and a few minutes later, the Cape Cod Flyer blows its loud whistle and comes across. After it has passed, and the bridge ascends, we’ll progress along the canal, back to the Bourne Bridge, at a slow to moderate pace with stops for water and photographs. 

 Meet at 8:15 AM for introductions, stretching and chit-chat in the parking lot. At 8:30 AM, we’ll begin walking along the canal, toward the railroad bridge. Once we arrive, hopefully, we’ll have a little time to sip our water, and admire the view before we watch the bridge come down and the train chug across. As soon as the bridge goes back up, we’ll  begin walking back. Hosted by Alyson Larrabee, with Sweep TBD 

—Prerequisite: Instructional Clinic

—Distance: 3 miles. No turn-back or shorter option.

—Pace: Moderate at first. Slow to moderate, on the way back, with stops for water and photo ops.

—Terrain: Flat, paved bike path. It’s important to stay to the right and be aware of what’s happening behind us. 

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 year-round.

 —Limit 1 walk per day and 3 bookings per week (Sunday to Saturday) to give others the chance to walk. If you are already holding 3 bookings for the week of this walk, please do not sign up.

—Wear your CCNW ID badge.  

—Bring rubber tips.

—Restrooms and water are available at the Bourne Bridge and at the Railroad Bridge. 

—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: For GPS, type in “Bourne Station”.

 From the Outer Cape, Mid Cape, etc, take Route 6A West (also known as Sandwich Road)  all the way along the canal, until 6A goes left and Sandwich Road goes right. Take the right onto Sandwich Road. After the traffic light Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School sign, take your next right. It’s a narrow road that leads to the train station under the Cape side of the bridge. Make sure you stay on the Cape side of the bridge at all times.