Apr 17 Run: Entrance to Frick Park at Reynolds and S. Homewood

Hoping that the warm weather brings out the leaves, we will run in Frick Park next week. Meet at the entrance across from the Frick Art Museum at the junction of Reynolds and Homewood Avenues.

Today felt like the first official Spring run of 2011. There was a slight mist on the river, the air felt milder and daffodils were blooming along the S. Side trail - it was a welcome change after what seemed like endless gray days. We ran a big loop along the Mon: down on the Jail Trail, across the Smithfield Street Bridge, up the S. Side Trail and then back across the Hot Metal Bridge - a route full of scenic views and interesting sites. We even raced (well race might be too strong a word) a barge up the Mon and beat it before we had to turn off.

As a sign that Spring has come, talk at coffee included gardening but also consignment stores. Wendy recommended: Designer Days Boutique on Ellsworth Ave. And because we can't go too long without discussing iPhones, Teri captured our attention on the run with her experiences at an iPhone workshop at the Apple Store.

Today's route, thanks to PtBrit:

 

http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/31385554