everything saunter
Please use this page as a resource for everything Great Saunter - from the training program to group walks, equipment to race-day info, from swag and articles on The Saunter, to FAQs and a listing of charities currently being supported.
And if you have any questions at all, please never hesitate to reach out.
Upcoming Training Walks: Friday, March 11 at 10:00 a.m. at Tod’s Point (meet at the Sue Baker Pavilion, across from the first parking lot on the right)
You don’t need a beach pass to get into Tod’s Point.
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What Exactly Is The Great Saunter?
We randomly stumbled across The Great Saunter this summer while looking for great walks in and around Manhattan. And the Great Saunter is just that. Held annually the first Saturday in May (barring this past year of COVID) since 1982, it is a 32-mile loop around Manhattan at a saunter pace (I mean, there is a lunch break!).
After learning more, we decided to gather a group of “saunterers” to stay active in the winter months, support some amazing causes, and see parts of Manhattan we may not otherwise see.
Group Walks
Training with a friend is fun, but as a big group it’s even better!
We are going to have regularly-planned group walks and all are welcome to join in! Check back here regularly for upcoming walk dates and locations; we will also announce them on Instagram and Facebook.
Upcoming Walks:
Friday, March 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Tod’s Point (meet at the first concession stand - the Sue Baker Pavilion, across from the first parking lot on the right)
You do not need a beach pass to get into Tod’s Point.
Read (And Watch) All About It
One Island, 32 Miles, A Million Emotions (New York Times, May 3, 2019)
The Great Saunter hike around Manhattan reveals hidden gems (NY Daily News, April 27, 2014)
How To Make This The Year You Really Do The Great Saunter (January 2, 2014)
Lace Up for NYC’s Most Epic Urban Hike (AFAR Magazine, April 26, 2017)
register for the great saunter
Registration for the Saunter is now live; click here to access it on The Great Saunter site!
Training Programs
There is a great training program that will get you ready for all 32 miles and meets you at your current level of fitness.
Swag
You’re walking the walk, now it’s time to look the part with these fresh Team Icing threads. We’ll let you know just as soon as they’re available.
Equipment
We’ll provide recommendations here for the best long-distance shoes, socks, and other things you may need to be complete 32 miles.