Shorewalkers

04/16/2026

Did you know that Shorewalkers are holding Great Saunter training walks for members throughout April - 4 days a week! 🎉 Sign up for these Saunter Stretches on MeetUp (Shorewalkers Members Only) to get familiar with the route and terrain, so you are Saunter Ready on the big day!! 🙌

04/15/2026

Who doesn't know - and love - Sigrid Stropnik?! 😃 Whether it's her famous beer walks or her longer, more challenging Greenway and Bridges walks, she brings a contagious enthusiasm to all she does - and we are SO lucky to have her 🙌🏼 Read more about her here --

I am originally from Austria, though have been living in the U.S. for the past 14 years. I have always been physically active: skiing from an early age, an avid runner and hiker, and count my 85-year-old mom, who swims and walks daily as my inspiration. So naturally when I moved to New York, I joine...

04/10/2026

As you train for the Saunter, take note of what you need so you’re ready for whatever the day might bring! Here’s our go-to checklist as starters:

✅ Hand sanitizer, band-aids, pain ointment, extra socks and a windbreaker/ rain cover IF the weather warrants
✅ Sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm, insect repellent & a hat (you’ll a Great Saunter cap at the start!)
✅ Brace supports or elastic bandages to manage sore spots
✅ Snacks and a water container you can refill at fountains along the way
✅ Battery charger for your phone
 
What are YOUR ‘must have’ items?

04/09/2026

Just over 3 weeks to go for the Great Saunter and as you prep for the big day, do you also have the shirt?! 🤩was that a YES! Great we have Merch

We have dozens of unisex sizes in our STORE - in a myriad of colors (NEW COLORS TOO): short & long sleeved, cotton & tech, hoodie & raglan sleeved - even racerback tanks for women!

But you need to HURRY 🏃🏻🏃🏻‍♀️to insure delivery in time for the big day: visit shorewalkers.org & hit ‘Store’ top of page to peruse & purchase. ALSO SEE link in Instagram profile -Make sure to order yours today!!

Strut your stuff on Saunter Day 🙌
walkforlife nyc shorewalkers merch

04/08/2026

April showers didn’t dampen spirits of these Shorewalkers out for a stroll on Easter Sunday. 🐣

As usual we offered something for everyone - from a vigorous 20 mile bridges walk to a more leisurely saunter in Central Park through to the Easter parade.

Join us!

04/07/2026

Last January a group of Shorewalkers heading east to Austria to participate in the Burgenland Extrem, an endurance walking event - much like the Great Saunter - that invites participants to test their stamina by walking up to 75 miles around Lake Neusiedl. It's not a race, instead celebrating fitness and community. Board member, Sigrid Stropnik facilitated the connection and a great time was had by all! Clearly the start of a beautiful friendship! 🇺🇸 🇦🇹 🥾 Read more about it here 👇🏼

In late January, much of Europe settles into its coldest, quietest period. And yet, at a small lake in Austria’s easternmost province of Burgenland, about one hour south of Vienna, something remarkable takes place. Lake Neusiedl (Fertő/Neusiedlersee), a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for it...

04/03/2026

Training has a way of revealing areas of our body that might need extra TLC. These hot spots aren’t barriers to completion – just situations to prepare for! For example:

✅ If you know your knees might get sore or swollen, bring a soft brace to put on as added support. Ditto for your back.
✅ Blisters a concern? Try taping sensitive areas with moleskin or Compseed, or consider toe socks to reduce abrasion.
✅ Sore or tired feet? Bring an extra set of socks to change into at the midway point and most importantly, make sure your shoes fit securely and comfortably for long distance walking and have broken them in. You might even consider switching to hiking sandals if your feet tend to swell.

Have other suggestions?
Drop them here in the comments! 👇

04/02/2026

We are grateful to all our Great Saunter sponsors who do way more than defray costs of the event. One of our newest, women-owned O'ts Cookies, will be providing delicious snacks for walkers along the way. Read about their journey here which began with their first Great Saunter adventure in 2023! 👉🏼 https://shorewalkers.org/from-walker-to-sponsor-my-great-saunter-journey/

03/31/2026

Great Saunter bibs are heading out, thanks to the amazing volunteers who spent Monday night stuffing, addressing, sealing and stamping envelopes for (a lot of) our 3500ish (!) walkers!

Hats, buttons and commemorative route maps will be available for pick up by registered Saunterers, while supplies last, at the new starting point, 55 Water Street on May 2nd at 7 AM.

03/29/2026

What a week of walks it was from New Jersey to Manhattan to Queens. We get around and with spring in the air, why not join us! 🚶🏻🚶🏻‍♀️🚶🏻‍♂️

03/27/2026

Everyone who walks the Great Saunter has a story: why they choose to do it, what they have learned along the way, how every time is different. Our finishers include people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, the common bond being their love of walking. Chat with former Saunterers to gather insights and come prepared.
 
Remember: you don’t need to complete the full distance to be a Great Saunter-er. Just show up, enjoy the journey and give it your best shot!