FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Rain, rain, go away.... come back another day? Yes, if due to inclement weather we need to cancel the tour you can either reschedule for another day within the current season or get a refund.  

The tour begins and ends at 97th & 1st Ave at the 97th street recreation facility. Your tour guide will be at the starting location waiting happily for your arrival wearing a Shore Running Tour shirt. We want the tour to be as easy, enjoyable, and convenient as possible for you so the tour finishes where it starts.  

The tour starts at 97th & 1st Ave at the 97th street recreation facility. There is ample parking in the area. Bike racks are available if you want to bike to/from the tour. The starting/stopping location is also a short two block walk away from downtown Stone Harbor's 96th street shopping district and breakfast locations. 

Although we would love nothing more than to tour it up with your furry friend...however, in consideration of participants who may not enjoy little Bruno or Fifi nipping at their heels, we've decided that it's best if your furry family members sit this one out. 

Yes, all children 10 and over are welcome to participate in the tour. We realize that physical activity levels vary by age and among children. Keep in mind that the tour covers a couple of miles when deciding if the tour is a good fit for your child. 

We get it that things happen and plans need to be changed. You can cancel your tour up to 24 hours in advance for a refund, or change your run to a different available time and date within the current summer season. 

Like Goldilocks we're working to keep the pace just right at a not too fast, or not to slow jog at around 11-13 minutes. There will also be stops along the way as we explore sunny SH. 

*As a frame of reference, the average walking pace is typically 15-20 minutes. 

No Runner Left Behind!

South Side:

The South Side tour covers around 5 miles. The South Side route takes roughly an hour and half or longer. There are frequent stops along the tour. 

Mini: 

The Mini Tour is around two miles. The Mini takes roughly 40 minutes or longer. There are also frequent stops along the tour. 

The tour is run completely outside on the gorgeous streets of Stone Harbor. The usual combo of socks, shoes, shirts, shorts, skirts, or pants is perfect.  

The tour is run entirely outside. New Jersey has recently lifted the outdoor mask mandate. Your Shore Running Tour guide is fully vaccinated. You are welcome to wear masks if you would like during the tour.