SANCTION:
YRE 109 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CONTACT:
Pat Grove 250-658-2325
LOCATION:
Greenhawk Harness & Equestrian Supplies, 7154 West Saanich Rd. (V8M
1P6). From Victoria, take West Saanich Rd North. From BC Ferries or WA
State Ferries, take Hwy 17 South. Follow signs to Brentwood Bay.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B / 3B
REGISTRATION:
Tue - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00; Sat: 08:00 - 18:00; Sun: 08:00 - 17:00; Closed
Mon. The walk takes in the town, waterfront, farmland, forests, and a
beautiful view of the bay. This walk passes Butchart Gardens. Not
suitable for wheelchairs or baby strollers. Washrooms available at start
/ finish. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for
dates and times.
BURNABY
(Central Park) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 179 5, 10 km
CONTACT:
JC Dompierre 604-224-5547 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
jcdompierre@telus.net or volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Bread Garden Bakery / Cafe, 4575 Central Blvd (1 block east of Metrotown
Sky Train Station) (V5H 4J5). Please do not park in Bread Garden
spaces.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1B
REGISTRATION:
Daily: 08:00 - 20:00. The route goes along BC Parkway Urban Trail
(beside the SkyTrain) and through Central Park before returning via
residential streets. Suitable for wheelchairs and baby strollers.
Washrooms available at start / finish and in the park. This walk will
also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SPONSOR:
Comox Glacier Wanderers
CVF Lighthouse Walk –
Cape Mudge Lighthouse
CONTACT:
Shirley Wallis 250-339-4145
LOCATION:
Anchor Inn, 261 Island Hwy (V9W 2B3). From the south, take Hwy 19, then
19A toward Campbell River. Pass through Willow Point and continue on
19A. Anchor Inn is just past 2nd Avenue on your right. From
the north, take Hwy 19A through Campbell River. Shortly after the
Discovery Wharf (pier), you will see Anchor Inn on your left.
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. Self-registration box is at the main desk. Scenic views of
the ocean, through neighbourhoods and along waterfront. Trail is not
suitable for wheelchairs or baby strollers. Washrooms available at start
/ finish and at public facilities along waterfront.
SANCTION:
M-SEAS 307 6, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
Hemer Park - Morden
Colliery Trail
CONTACT:
Karen Mullen / Dave Seccombe 250-245-7496
EMAIL:
bastioncitywanderers@hotmail.com
LOCATION:
49th Parallel Grocery Store, 1824 Cedar Rd (V9X 1H9). From Hwy. 19 North
or South turn onto Cedar Rd and watch for the store.
TRAIL:
6, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
07:30 - dusk. The route is on some country roads but mainly in Hemer
Park and on the Morden Colliery Trail. Not suitable for wheelchairs.
Washrooms available at start/finish and on the route. This walk will
also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 110 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
Chemainus Secondary School
CONTACT:
Karen Mullen / Dave Seccombe 250-245-7496
EMAIL:
bastioncitywanderers@hotmail.com
LOCATION:
Small Tall Treats, 9780B Willow St (V0R 1K0). The store is located kitty
corner from Waterwheel Park in the centre of Upper Chemainus.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2A
REGISTRATION:
Mon-Sat: 08:00 - 16:00. Closed Sundays and holidays. The 5 and one 10 km
walk zigzag through business and residential streets to view the murals
for which Chemainus is famous. The second 10 km walk is also on business
and residential streets to view the murals, on country roads and some
trails. Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be
done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SPONSOR:
Comox Glacier Wanderers
CVF Scholar Walk – Aspen
Middle School; Village Park Elementary.
CONTACT:
Shirley Wallis 250-339-4145
LOCATION:
Port Augusta Motel, 2082 Comox Ave (V9M 1P8). From the south, Hwy 19A
North to Courtenay. Cross over 17th Street Bridge and turn
right. Follow signs for Comox. Port Augusta Motel is on your left,
across from the hospital. From the north, Hwy 19A South. Do not cross
the 17th Street Bridge. Follow signs for Comox. Port
Augusta Motel is on your left.
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. Self-registration box is at main desk. Trail goes through
residential areas with some parks and along the waterfront. Not
suitable for wheelchairs or baby strollers. Washrooms available at start
/ finish and at public facilities along the waterfront. This walk will
also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
COMOX
Jan 1 - Dec 31
SPONSOR:
Comox Glacier Wanderers
CONTACT:
Shirley Wallis 250-339-4145
LOCATION:
Port Augusta Motel, 2082 Comox Ave (V9M 1P8). From the south, Hwy 19A
North to Courtenay. Cross over 17th Street Bridge and turn
right. Follow signs for Comox. Port Augusta Motel is on your left,
across from the hospital. From the north, Hwy 19A South. Do not cross
the 17th Street Bridge. Follow signs for Comox. Port
Augusta Motel is on your left.
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. Self-registration box is at main desk. Trail goes through
residential areas and some parks, and along the waterfront. Not
suitable for wheelchairs or baby strollers. Washrooms available at start
/ finish and along waterfront at public facilities. This walk will also
be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
CONTACT:
Jan Stevenson 604-522-0495 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
7-Eleven,
2188 Austin Ave (V3K 3R8).
From Hwy 1,
take Exit 44. Follow Port Coquitlam/Mariner Way signs on Lougheed Hwy.
Left at first light (500 metres after freeway off-ramp), and right at
the next two traffic lights. Proceed up Mariner Way to Austin Ave.
Turn left, heading west, on Austin. Esso Station is on south side
heading up hill. Hasty Market will be 1.5 km further west on same side
of street as Esso. Do not park in Hasty Market parking lot. Park in the
Mundy Park lots on Hillside St where there is one main lot and 2
overflow lots.
REGISTRATION:
Daily: Dawn - dusk. This walk goes through the forest and around lakes
of Mundy Park on bark mulch trails. Not suitable for baby strollers or
wheelchairs. Washroom facilities at start / finish and at the kiddie
park in Mundy Park. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with
contact for dates and times.
COQUITLAM
(Trans Canada Trail)
Jan 1 - Dec 31
CVF Scholar Walk –
Westwood Elementary; David Lam Campus of Douglas College.
CONTACT:
Roy Anderson 604-464-9384 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION: Ronson Shoes, Coquitlam Town Centre, 2929 Barnet Hwy
604-944-2882 (V3R 5R5). From Hwy 1, take Exit 44. Follow Hwy 7 east
(Lougheed Hwy) signs to light at Barnet Hwy. Coquitlam Centre Mall is
located at the junction of Lougheed and Barnet Highways.
REGISTRATION:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat: 10:00 - 18:00; Thur & Fri: 09:00 - 21:00; Sun and
holidays: 11:00 - 18:00. Walk goes through residential areas and Trans
Canada Trail along Coquitlam River. Mostly bark mulch trails.
Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a
group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SPONSOR:
Comox Glacier Wanderers
CONTACT:
Shirley Wallis 250-339-4145
LOCATION:
Lewis Centre, 489 Old Island Hwy (V9N 3P5). From the South: On reaching
Courtenay, take Cliffe Ave to 5th St., turn right, cross 5th
St Bridge. The centre is on the left at the far end of the park. From
the North: The Centre is located on Old Island Hwy, on the right by the
play park. Parking is available just north of the building.
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 06:30 - 22:00; Sat: 08:30 - 16:00; Sun: 09:00 - 21:00.
Reduced seasonal changes occur to these hours. Phone ahead to confirm
hours (250-338-5371 or 250-338-1000). The box is kept in a small storage
room across from the office and marked ‘Staff Only.’ Trail goes through
residential areas, parks and along estuary nature preserve. Suitable
for wheelchairs or baby strollers but may be difficult through park
area. Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done
as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
COURTENAY
Jan 1 - Dec 31
SPONSOR:
Comox Glacier Wanderers
CVF Cheese Walk –
Natural Pastures Cheese Factory, home of the World Champion Comox Brie
CVF Scholar Walk –
L’ecole Puntledge Elementary
CONTACT:
Shirley Wallis 250-339-4145
LOCATION:
Lewis Centre, 489 Old Island Hwy (V9N 3P5). From the South: On reaching
Courtenay, take Cliffe Ave to 5th St., turn right, cross 5th
St Bridge. The Centre is on the left at the far end of the park. From
the North: On Old Island Hwy., Lewis Centre is on the right just by the
play park. Parking is available just north of the building
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 06:30 - 22:00; Sat: 08:30 - 16:00; Sun: 09:00 - 21:00.
Reduced seasonal changes occur to these hours. Phone ahead to confirm
hours (250-338-5371 or 250-338-1000). The box is kept in a small storage
room across from the office and marked `Staff Only’. Trail goes through
residential areas, parks, and along the Pontledge River. Not suitable
for wheelchairs or baby strollers. Washrooms available at start /
finish. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for
dates and times.
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Attention Walkers ****
There is no walk box
for the following walk
S-SEAS 321
Walkers must
complete a mail-in registration prior to doing the walk.
Contact Beverley Cattrall, BC Director: 250-598-4316;
volksport@islandnet.com |
SANCTION:
S-SEAS 321 10 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Information is included on the map/directions given to the walkers.
REGISTRATION:
Contact Beverley Cattrall, BC Director, 250-598-4316, volkssport@islandnet.com. Route can be done from dawn to dusk.
TO
DELTA
(Burns Bog)
Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 139 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – Gray
Elementary; Sands High
CONTACT:
Shirley Stoklossa 604-596-8699
EMAIL:
surrey.trekkers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Esquires Coffee House Inc, 11146B - 84 Ave (V4C 2L6). Esquires is at the
southwest corner of 84 Ave and 112 St. Take Hwy 91. Exit at Nordel Way.
Right at 84 Ave to112 St.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 06:00 - dusk; Sat & Sun: 07:00 - dusk. The trail proceeds
through residential areas and parkland. Descend to the famous "Burns
Bog" Conservation Area built on peat which contains intriguing cover and
growth while being home to a variety of wildlife. There is an
alternative street walk through residential areas and school / park
land. Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done
as a group. Check website (www.surreytrekkers.com) for dates and times.
DELTA
(Watershed Park) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 080 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
Pinewood Elementary.
CONTACT:
Peggy Schindeler 604-590-3975
EMAIL:
surrey.trekkers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Esquire’s Coffee House Inc, Sunshine Village, 101 - 6345 - 120 St. (V4E
2L6). Esquires is at end of mall at south-west corner of 120 St and 64
Ave From Hwy 91, take 64 Ave exit east (Kittson Parkway becomes 64 Ave)
to 120 St. From Hwy 10, take 120 St north to 64 Ave and 120 St.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon-Fri: 06:00 - dusk; Sat: 07:00 – dusk; Sun: 07:30 - dusk. The trail
passes through Watershed Park, following a series of trails. It passes
the Old Artesian Well that was once Delta’s water supply. The trail also
offers a good view of Mud Bay. Washrooms available at start / finish.
This walk will also be done as a group. Check website (www.surreytrekkers.com)
for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 136 6, 10, 20 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF Scholar Walk –
Vancouver Island University
CVF Cenotaph Walk – On
Canada Way before totem poles.
CONTACT:
Deborah Coulthard 250-746-1920 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Travelodge Silver Bridge Inn, 140 Trans-Canada Hwy (V9L 3P7). Travelodge
Silver Bridge is on the main highway (Hwy 1) through Duncan.
TRAIL:
6, 10, 20 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Daily: 07:00 - dusk. Walk goes through the town of Duncan, passing a
number of totem poles for which Duncan is famous. Washrooms available at
start / finish. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with
contact for dates and times. Silver Bridge Inn has special room rates
for Volkssporters.
SANCTION:
M-SEAS 310 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF – AVA Covered Bridge
Walk – Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge
CVF Scholar Walk –
Golden Secondary School; College of the Rockies.
CONTACT:
Ethel Hansen 250-756-9796
LOCATION:
REGISTER: BC Tourist Information @ Golden on Golden Donald Upper Rd (V0A
1H0). Follow Tourist Information signs and go to the BC Tourist
Information Centre. From the east on Hwy 1 (Trans-Canada Hwy), right
onto Golden Donald Upper Rd. From the west on Hwy 1, left onto Golden
Donald Upper Rd. Left into Tourist Information Centre. START POINT:
Drive to the start / finish point at the Chamber of Commerce Information
Centre, 10 Ave North. From the BC Tourism Information Centre turn right
on Golden Donald Upper Rd.. Right on Hwy 1. Left on Hwy 95, which turns
into 10th Ave North. Left into the parking lot at the Chamber
of Commerce Information Centre at 500 10 Ave N just after the pedestrian
crosswalk.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1B / 2B
REGISTRATION:
Daily: 09:00 - 16:00 with extended hours until 20:00 for July & August.
Note: Golden is on Mountain (not Pacific) Time. The routes cross the
Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge to follow the Kicking Horse River, the
Rotary Trails and through a short residential section. Washrooms
available at Registration Point. .
SANCTION:
YRE 009 5, 10 km
CONTACT:
Lesley Slot 604-792-5808 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Hope and District Recreation Centre [and pool], 1005 6 Ave (V0X 1L4).
From Vancouver take Hwy 1 to exit 170 into Hope. At the first lights
turn left. At the next lights turn right onto the old Hope-Princeton
Highway. Turn left to Sixth Ave after passing the Kawkawa Lake Rd. The
Recreation complex is on your right.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1B
REGISTRATION:
Mon, Wed, Fri: 06:00 - 20:30; Tue & Thur: 08:00 - 20:30; Sat: 08:00 -
15:00; Sun: 10:00 - 17:00. Walk registration box is in the lobby. The
route goes through the town of Hope with views of the water and taking
in chainsaw carvings by Pete Ryan. Washrooms available at start /
finish.
SANCTION:
YRE 103 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
Historic Downtown and
Riverside Park
CONTACT:
Marlene Purpur 250-377-4594 or Ethel Hansen 250-756-9796
LOCATION:
Executive Inn, 540 Victoria St 1-800-663-2837 (V2C 2B2). From the West,
take the right exit ramp 369 - Columbia St. / City Centre, left on 3rd
Ave, right on Victoria St. From the East, take right exit towards City
Centre onto Valleyview Dr. The road name changes to Battle St and then
Victoria St.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Daily: dawn - dusk. Historic downtown, waterfront, waterfront parks and
trails. Washrooms available at start / finish.
CONTACT:
Arne Roosen 250-767-6470 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
arnsbarn@shaw.ca or volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Prestige Hotel, 1675 Abbott St (V1Y 8S3). From the south (Penticton),
turn left on Abbott St at the first lights after crossing the floating
bridge. From the north (Vernon) Hwy 97 / Harvey St, turn right on Abbott
St. at the last lights before the floating bridge.
REGISTRATION:
Dawn - dusk. The trail is on paved surfaces and is suitable for
wheelchairs and baby strollers. It passes through residential areas and
lakeshore parks. Washrooms available by key at start / finish and in the
park.
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Attention Walkers ****
There is no walk box
for the following walk
YRE 302:
Walkers must
complete a mail-in registration prior to doing the walk.
Click here to download waiver. |
KEREMEOS Jan
1 – Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 302 11,15 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF – AVA Covered Bridge
Walk– Ashnola River Road Bridge (Red Bridge)
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Visitor Information Centre
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
LOCATION:
Visitor Information Centre, 417 - 7 Ave (V0X 1N0). 7th Ave is
the main highway through town.
TRAIL:
11, 15 km RATING: 1B
REGISTRATION:
Download information from
www.volkssportingbc.ca. To obtain relevant stamps, mail $2
and documentation as indicated on the web site to Beverley Cattrall 1231
Hewlett Pl Victoria BC V8S 4P6. Route can be done from dawn to dusk. The
two routes are on old rail-bed (Vancouver, Victoria & Eastern Rail line)
to a covered bridge through residential area & orchards, returning on
the opposite side of the Similkameen River.
SANCTION:
M-SEAS 105 11 km
SPONSOR:
Kimberley Volksmarch Club
CONTACT:
Jim Webster 250-427-0585 or Gerry Warner 250-427-3271
LOCATION:
Alpen Café & Guesthouse, 1690 Warren Ave (250-427-7440) (V1A 1R6). From
the south, enter Kimberley on Highway 95A (becomes Warren Ave). Alpen
Café and Guesthouse is on the right at the junction of Ritchie St. From
the north, enter Kimberley on Hwy 95A, drive through town until the
Overwaitea Store at the bottom of a steep hill. Alpen Café and
Guesthouse is one block further on the left.
REGISTRATION:
Mon: 07:00 - 14:00; Tue: Closed; Wed-Fri: 07:00 - 16:00; Sat-Sun: 09:00
- 16:00. Note Kimberley follows Mountain (not Pacific) Time. This scenic
walk follows a wooded trail overlooking Mark Creek and the St. Mary’s
River valley to arrive in Marysville, an early miners’ community. The
walk resumes along the banks of Mark Creek back to the start point.
Along the way are excellent views and peaceful rest stops along the side
of Mark Creek. Watch for small trout in the tributaries leading into
Mark Creek. Washrooms available at start / finish.
SANCTION:
YRE 063 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Vancouver ’Venturers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – Delta
Secondary; (both 5 & 10 km); Neilson Grove Elementary (10 km)
CONTACT:
Verni Brown 604-682-8390
EMAIL:
vancouverventurers@gmail.com
LOCATION: Beanies Coffee Bar. 4811 Delta St. (north of 48 Ave.) (V4K 2T7)
From Hwy 99, take Hwy 17 exit. Right on Ladner Trunk Rd
(Hwy 10). Just past Arthur Dr / Elliott St intersection, proceed along
47A Ave. Right on Delta St. Park behind Beanies in a lot.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Sat: 08:30 - 16:30; Sun: Closed. Route passes business
area, Memorial Park, Fraser River and residential streets. Washrooms
available at start / finish and in parks. This walk will also be done as
a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 199 6, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Waterfall Walk
Holland Creek Waterfall
CONTACT:
Karen Mullen / Dave Seccombe 250-245-7496
EMAIL:
bastioncitywanderers@hotmail.com
LOCATION:
Ricky’s Restaurant, Coronation Mall, 24-370 Trans-Canada Hwy (V9G 1T9).
From the North turn right, exiting the Trans-Canada Hwy onto Davis Rd.
Ricky’s Restaurant is located in the Coronation Mall. From the South
turn left, exiting the Trans-Canada Hwy onto Davis Rd. Ricky’s
Restaurant is located in the Coronation Mall.
TRAIL:
6, 10 km RATING: 2B / 3B
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. The 6 km and one of the 10 km routes follow the waterfront
and main streets of Ladysmith. The second 10 km follows park trails and
up several hills to Holland Creek with a view of a waterfall. This walk
has a small residential component. Washrooms available at the start /
finish. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for
dates and times.
SANCTION:
M-SEAS 082 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CONTACT:
Rick Desjardins 250-478-7020 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Riverside Inn Pub, 56 North Shore Rd. (250-749-3833) (V0R 2G0). Turn off
Trans-Canada Hwy. onto Hwy 18 to Lake Cowichan (about 0.5 hour drive
from Duncan). Follow Lake Cowichan Rd. to Riverside Inn Pub.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Daily. 11:00 - 20:00. Walk goes through some residential areas and
downtown Lake Cowichan as well as along the lake. It is one of three
Cowichan Valley walks (082, 136, and 196). Washrooms at start / finish,
in Central Park and in various restaurants and pubs along the route.
This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
SANCTION:
YRE 138 5, 10, 11 km
SPONSOR:
Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
Simonds Elementary; HD Stafford High; Kwantlen Polytechnic University.
CVF Cenotaph – Langley
Legion.
CONTACT:
Dale Challice 604-866-8077
EMAIL:
surrey.trekkers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Best Western Langley Inn, 5978 Glover Rd. (V3A 4H9). From the east: Hwy
1 westbound, exit at 232 St. Take Hwy 10 (toward Vancouver Island
ferries), becomes Glover Rd going into Langley City. Left at Langley
By-Pass. From the west: Hwy 10 which becomes Langley By-Pass. Continue
to Glover Rd. The hotel is at the south-east corner of Glover Rd and
Langley By Pass
TRAIL:
5, 10, 11 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Dawn - dusk. Walk box is at registration desk. The walk follows a series
of trails through parks - Rotary Nicomekl (exercise trails), Sendall
Gardens (exotic plant greenhouse) and Langley City; along water courses,
parkland and woods along the Nicomekl River, where you often see birds
and wildlife, and through residential areas. Trail subject to flooding
in spring and winter. Washrooms available at start / finish and in
Sendall Gardens. This walk will also be done as a group. Check web site
(www.surreytrekkers.com) for dates and times.
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****
Attention Walkers ****
There is no walk box
for the following walk
YRE 303:
Walkers must
complete a mail-in registration prior to doing the walk.
Click here to download waiver. |
MAYNE
ISLAND
Jan 1 – Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 303 12, 15 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF Lighthouse Walk –
Georgina Point Lighthouse (also known as Active Pass Lighthouse).
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Mayne Island Ferry Dock (V0N 2J0). Mayne Island is accessible by ferry
from Tsawassen on the Mainland (~40 km south of Vancouver) and from
Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island (~30 km north of Victoria). Contact BC
Ferries at
www.bcferries.com
for schedules.
TRAIL:
12, 15 km RATING: 3B
REGISTRATION:
Download information from
www.volkssportingbc.ca. To obtain relevant stamps, mail $2
and documentation as indicated on the web site to Beverley Cattrall 1231
Hewlett Pl Victoria BC V8S 4P6. Route can be done from dawn to dusk. The
route goes along winding and hilly country roads to Georgina Point
Heritage Park and Lighthouse with its views of Active Pass and Galiano
Island. Washrooms available at ferry terminal, Miner’s Bay and Georgina
Point Park.
SANCTION:
YRE 196 5, 10, 20 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF Scholar Walk –
Brentwood College School; Frances Kelsey High School.
CONTACT:
Deborah Coulthard 250-746-1920 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Catrina's Grill, 170-2720 Mill Bay Rd, Mill Bay Centre (V0R 2P0).
Trans-Canada Hwy to Mill Bay. At traffic lights near the A&W, turn on
Deloume Rd (right from the south; left from the north) to shopping
centre. Note that Deloume Rd is not easily identified on the highway.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 20 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Daily: 08:00 – dusk. This walk goes by several schools including
Brentwood College School and Frances Kelsey High School. Walks include
local streets and a few trails. Washrooms available at start / finish
and on route. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact
for dates and times.
MOUNT
ROBSON PROVINCIAL PARK (Valemount) May 10 - Sep 28
SANCTION:
M-SEAS 095 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CONTACT:
Ethel Hansen 250-756-9796
LOCATION:
BC Visitor’s Information Centre@ Mt. Robson, Hwy 16, Mount Robson
Provincial Park (V9T 5E3). Hwy 16 between Valemount, BC and Jasper,
AB. Must drive about 2.2 km to the Berg Lake Trail parking lot to start
the walk.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Daily Mid June - Labour Day weekend: 08:00 - 19:00; at other times
daily: 08:00 - 17:00. Both the 5 & 10 km routes are on trail with good
views of Mt. Robson and along the Robson River. The 10-km route goes to
Kinney Lake. Washrooms available at Registration place.
SANCTION:
YRE 096 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Front Street.
CVF Waterfall Walk –
Millstone River
CONTACT:
Karen Mullen / Dave Seccombe 250-245-7496. For Dock & Walk Event,
contact Ethel 250-756-9796
EMAIL:
bastioncitywanderers@hotmail.com or
ethelh@shaw.ca
(for Dock & Walk Event)
LOCATION:
Howard Johnson Hotel, #1 Terminal Ave (V9R 5R4) Follow the Old Island
Hwy 19A to Comox Rd. From the South turn left onto Comox Rd. From the
North, turn right onto Comox Rd. Turn right at Wallace St. to enter the
Howard Johnson parking lot.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2A
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. Ask at desk in lobby for walk box. The 10 km walk goes
through Bowen Park and along Nanaimo’s harbour-front walkway. Another
optional 10 km route is on city streets past historical buildings and
the Old City Quarter. The 5 km route goes through downtown Nanaimo and
along the harbour front. Washrooms available at start / finish. This
walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
NANAIMO
Jan 1 - Dec 31
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Front Street.
CVF Waterfall Walk –
Millsone River
CONTACT:
Karen Mullen / Dave Seccombe 250-245-7496. For Dock & Walk Event,
contact Ethel 250-756-9796
EMAIL:
bastioncitywanderers@hotmail.com or
ethelh@shaw.ca
(for Dock & Walk Event)
LOCATION:
Howard Johnson Hotel, #1 Terminal Ave (V9R 5R4). Follow the Old Island
Hwy 19A to Comox Rd. From the South, turn left onto Comox Rd. From the
North, turn right onto Comox Rd. Turn right at Wallace St. to enter the
Howard Johnson parking lot.
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. Ask at desk in lobby for walk box. The route goes under
the Pearson Bridge, along the seawall, through Barsby Park, Bowen Park,
and around Buttertubs Marsh. Not suitable for wheelchairs. Washrooms
available at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a group.
Check with contact for dates and times.
NANAIMO
Jan 2 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 157 5, 10, 12 km
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Waterfall Walk – One
12 km route (Beach Estates Park)
CONTACT:
Karen Mullen / Dave Seccombe 250-245-7496.
EMAIL: bastioncitywanderers@hotmail.com
LOCATION:
Perfect Cup, Country Club Centre, 3200 Island Hwy (V9T 1W1) Follow the
Old Island Highway (19A) to Country Club Shopping Centre bounded by
Norwell Rd and 107 St. Perfect Cup is located in the food court inside
the mall.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 12 km RATING: 1A / 2B / 2A
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Sat: 09:30 - 17:00; Sun: 11:00 - 17:00. The 5 km walk is on
residential streets and along Long Lake. One 10 km walk is along the
shores of Long Lake, around Diver Lake, and through neighbourhood parks.
Another 10 km goes through the Linley Valley and around Lost Lake. One
12 km walk follows E & N Parkway Trails and through Beban Park. Another
12 km option goes on residential streets and up Sugar Loaf Mountain
while another option goes through Beach Estates Park with a waterfall.
Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a
group. Check with contact for dates and times.
NANAIMO
Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 158 6, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CONTACT:
Karen Mullen / Dave Seccombe 250-245-7496
EMAIL:
bastioncitywanderers@hotmail.com
LOCATION:
REGISTER: Howard Johnson Hotel, #1 Terminal Ave. (V9R 5R4). From the
North: follow the Old Island Hwy to Comox Rd. Turn right onto Comox Rd.
Turn right at Wallace St to enter the hotel parking lot. From the South
turn left onto Comox Rd. Turn right at Wallace St to enter the hotel
parking lot. START POINT: From the Hotel, turn right onto Comox Rd
which becomes Bowen Rd. Left at Wakesiah Ave (lights). Right at Jingle
Pot Rd (lights). Cross Island Hwy (lights). Left onto Westwood Rd.
Follow Westwood Rd to the lake (4.9 km).
TRAIL:
6, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. Washrooms available at registration and start point. This
walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
SANCTION:
YRE 106 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – John
Robson and Herbert Spencer Elementary; Douglas College.
CVF Cenotaph Walk – in
front of City Hall on Royal Ave.
CONTACT:
Len Colebert 604-521-4710
EMAIL:
surrey.trekkers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Inn at Westminster Quay, 900 Quayside Dr (V3M 6G1). Close to New
Westminster Sky Train station. Exit 8 St; left on Columbia St, right on
Begbie St. Cross track, right Quayside Dr to Inn. Driving from Hwy 1
east, take Exit 40A Brunette Ave, bear left onto Columbia St, then left
on Begbie St. Cross tracks and follow around onto Quayside Dr. From Hwy
1 west, take Exit 33 Kensington, left on Canada Way which becomes 8 St.
Turn left on Columbia St. Follow as above. Parking meters or park on
street.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 3A
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. The route includes historic New Westminster (former
capital of BC), downtown, Queen’s Park and Westminster Quay, many
heritage homes and fantastic views. Washrooms available at start /
finish and in Queen’s Park. This walk will also be done as a group.
Check web site (www.surreytrekkers.com)
for dates and times.
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YRE
259:
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OKANAGAN
FALLS Jan 1 – Dec 31
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF Scholar Walk –
Okanagan Falls Elementary
CVF Waterfall Walk –
Creek to Skaha Lake
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Okanagan Falls Information Centre and Museum, 1145 Main St (Hwy 97),
just south of 11th Ave.
REGISTRATION:
Download information from
www.volkssportingbc.ca. To obtain relevant stamps, mail $2
and documentation as indicated on the web site to Beverley Cattrall 1231
Hewlett Pl Victoria BC V8S 4P6. Route can be done from dawn to dusk.
With the exception of about 3 km, the trail is on the Kettle Valley rail
bed along Skaha Lake shore. This is an out and back route.
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YRE 302:
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Click here to download waiver. |
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Railway Station, Oliver Visitor Centre, 36250 – 93rd St. On
Hwy 97 from the north, turn left onto 350 Ave, left at 93 St and follow
to the Visitor Centre. From the south, right onto 350 Ave, left at 93 St
and follow to the Visitor Centre.
REGISTRATION:
Download information from
www.volkssportingbc.ca. To obtain relevant stamps, mail $2
and documentation as indicated on the web site to Beverley Cattrall 1231
Hewlett Pl Victoria BC V8S 4P6. Route can be done from dawn to dusk.
Route is out and back on a paved trail along the Okanagan River.
Washrooms available at start / finish.
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YRE 304:
Walkers must
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OLIVER
Jan 1 – Dec 31
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF Winery Walk –
Tinhorn Creek Winery
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Tinhorn Creek Winery, 32830 Tinhorn Creek Rd (V0H 1Y0). Follow Hwy 97
~4.5 km south of Oliver. Right at the Tinhorn Creek Winery sign (Road #
7) over the irrigation canal and straight onto Tinhorn Creek Rd. The
winery is about 1 km from the highway.
REGISTRATION:
Download information from
www.volkssportingbc.ca. To obtain relevant stamps, mail $2
and documentation as indicated on the web site to Beverley Cattrall 1231
Hewlett Pl Victoria BC V8S 4P6. Route can be done from dawn to dusk.
Route goes through vineyards and along the “Golden Mile” with good views
of the fields and lake. Washrooms available at start / finish.
SPONSOR:
Mid-Island Volkssport Club
CONTACT:
Alf Randall 250-752-3538
LOCATION:
Tigh Na Mara Resort Gift Shop, 1155 Resort Dr (V9P 2E5). From Inland
Island Hwy 19, Exit 46 to Hwy 19A. From the south: turn right on Resort
Dr. (lights); from the north, turn left at Resort Dr. (lights) and
straight into Tia Na Mara Resort.
REGISTRATION:
Daily: 09:00 - 20:00 A scenic walk on roads and trails to Englishman
River Estuary and along the shoreline through Rathtrevor Provincial
Park. Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done
as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SPONSOR:
Peachland Volkssport Club
CONTACT:
Eric Hall 250-767-0318
EMAIL:
eric_hall@telus.net
LOCATION:
The Rocky Top Coffee Company, 5866 B Beach Ave (V0H 1X6). Travel into
Peachland on Hwy 97 to the (only) lights. From the South turn right at
Princeton Ave (lights) to Beach Ave. From the North turn left at
Princeton Ave (lights). Turn left on Beach Ave. The Rocky Top Coffee
Company is on the corner of 1st St and Beach Ave.
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 17:00; Sat: 08:00 - 16:00; Sun: 10:00 - 16:00. Trail
is very easy walking on pavement along the lake shore and is suitable
for wheelchairs and baby strollers. Washrooms available at start /
finish, also at 2 other locations on the route. This walk will also be
done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 200 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CONTACT:
Arne Roosen 250-767-6470 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
arnsbarn@shaw.ca or volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Penticton Wine Country Visitors' Information Centre, 553 Railway St (V2A
853). The Penticton Wine Country Visitors' Information Centre is
on the corner of Power and Eckhardt Streets. On Hwy. 97 entering
from the North, left at the light on Railway Ave and left into the
Visitor's Information Centre. From the South, follow Hwy 97 and continue through the
lights at Eckhardt Ave to the Visitors' Information Centre [on the left].
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1B / 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Sat: 09:00 - 18:00; Sun: 10:00 - 17:00. As of May 25, the hours
will be 08:00 - 19:00 seven days a week. One 10-km route
is on the Kettle Valley Rail Trail, along the lake shore and some
residential streets. A second 10-km option goes along the Penticton
River channel, on streets and the lakeshore. The 5-km route goes along
the lake shore and dike along the Penticton River channel. Washrooms
available at the start / finish.
CONTACT:
Roy Anderson 604-464-9384 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
The Point Pub, Public House & Restaurant, 2524 St. Johns St (V2H 2B4).
From Lougheed Hwy, west on Barnet Hwy which changes to St. Johns St in
Port Moody.
REGISTRATION:
Daily: Noon - dusk. Route is mostly paved and gravel paths around
Burrard Inlet. Washrooms available at start / finish on route in Rocky
Point Park and beside Old Orchard Park. This walk will also be done as a
group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CONTACT:
Audrey L’Heureux 250-563-1666 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
alheureu@shaw.ca or volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Prince George Railway and Forestry Museum, 850 River Rd (V2L 5S8). From
Hwy 97N, take right exit ramp for North Nechako Rd. Right on North
Nechako Rd. Go through underpass and continue. Right to City Centre over
Cameron St. Bridge, then right at Museum sign onto River Rd to the
Railway and Forestry Museum. From Hwy 16W, right onto Ferry (Superstore
on left) which becomes Queensway. Follow Queensway to 1st
Ave, turn right onto 1st, then left onto River Rd to
Museum. From Hwy 97S, cross the Fraser River on Simon Fraser Bridge.
Directly after the bridge, take right exit ramp for City Centre via
Queensway, left onto Queensway to 1st Ave. Right onto1st,
left onto River Rd and Museum. From Hwy 16E, cross Fraser River on
Yellowhead Bridge. Near end of bridge, take right onto 1st,
left onto River Rd and to Museum.
REGISTRATION:
May 22 – Sept 5: 10:00 – 17:30. At other times, check with contact. The
walk follows the Heritage River Trail through parks along the Fraser and
Nechako Rivers with some residential walking. Washrooms available at
start / finish.
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PRINCETON
May 1 – Oct 30
SANCTION:
M - SEAS 301 10km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Bridge St
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Princeton Visitor Information Centre, Hwy 3, Frontage Rd (V0X 1W0) to
the east of the town centre.
REGISTRATION:
Download information from
www.volkssportingbc.ca. To obtain relevant stamps, mail $2
and documentation as indicated on the web site to Beverley Cattrall 1231
Hewlett Pl Victoria BC V8S 4P6. Route can be done from dawn to dusk. The
route is an out and back route on the Kettle Valley Railway Trail /
Trans Canada Trail with views of the Similkameen River. Washrooms
available at start / finish.
SANCTION:
YRE 137 5, 10 km
CONTACT:
Ethel Hansen 250-756-9796
LOCATION:
Shell 24-Hr Convenience Store, Hwy 19A & Memorial Ave (V9K 1T7). From
Inland Island Hwy. 19, take Qualicum Beach Exit onto Memorial Ave.
Continue through town to the Old Island Hwy 19A. Shell is on your
left. Park on water side.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Daily: Dawn - dusk. A scenic walk on wooded trails, through the town of
Qualicum and along the beach. Watch for eagles. Not suitable for
wheelchairs. Washrooms available at start / finish.
SANCTION:
YRE 046 6, 11 km
CONTACT:
Verni Brown 604-682-8390 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Ronsons Shoe Store, 6551 No. 3 Rd (V6Y 2B6). From Hwy. 99, take
Westminster Hwy westbound for 3 km. Left on No. 3 Rd to Richmond Centre
Mall on right. Richmond Centre Mall will be undergoing major renovations
in the Spring, 2010 and the Walk with Ronsons Store will be temporarily
relocated near the Food Court.
TRAIL:
6, 11 km RATING: 1B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Sat: 09:30 - 19:00; Sun: 11:00 - 18:00. Walk goes through Minoru
Park and Burkeville, and on dyke beside Fraser River. This route
qualifies for the Special Volkssport Challenge in honour of the 2010
Olympics if done between January 1 and April 30, 2010. Washrooms are
available in Mall and along route. This walk will also be done as a
group. Check with contact for dates and times.
RICHMOND
(Steveston) Jan 2 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 081 5, 10 km
CONTACT:
Marie Koestlmaier 604-274-3259 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton St (V7E 3A8). From Hwy. 99,
take Steveston Hwy westbound 5 km to No. 2 Road. Left (south) 1 km to
Moncton St (flashing light). Right (west) 1 km to Steveston Community
Centre parking lot.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1A
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 20:00; Sat: 08:00 - 17:00; Sun: 08:00 - 16:00
(winter); 08:00 - noon (summer). To ensure hours, check with centre by
phoning 604-718-8080. Closed on statutory holidays. Features the
historic village of Steveston around Garry Point and the West Dike.
Suitable for baby strollers and wheelchairs. Washrooms are available at
start / finish. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with
contact for dates and times.
RICHMOND
(Terra Nova) Jan 2 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 155 5, 10 km
CVF Scholar Walk – Blair
Elementary; JN Burnett Secondary.
CONTACT:
Rita Hopmans 604-585-2685 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave (V7C 1E6). From Hwy 99,
take Westminster Hwy westbound. Left on Garden City Rd then right on
Granville Ave, passing No. 2 Rd. Right on Lynas Lane, then left into the
parking lot.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1A
REGISTRATION:
Daily 08:00 - 20:00. Closed on statutory holidays. Route goes through
residential areas and along dikes in NW corner of Richmond. Suitable
for baby strollers and wheelchairs Washrooms are available at start /
finish and on dyke. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with
contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 257 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CONTACT:
Steve McInnis 250-832-6737 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
smcinnis@shuswap.net or volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Body Effects, 681 Marine Park Dr NE (V1E 2W7). From the West on the
Trans-Canada Hwy, left on 4th St NE. From the East on the
Trans-Canada Hwy., right on 4th St. NE. Right on Lakeshore Dr
NE, and then immediately turn left on Marine Park Dr. Body Works is on
the left.
Park on the street.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 05:30 - dusk; Sat: 09:00 - 18:00; Sun: Noon - 18:00. The
trail is along the shoreline which is the nesting place of the Western
Grebe. Washrooms available at start / finish.
SANCTION:
YRE 026 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CONTACT:
Pat Grove 250-658-2325
LOCATION:
Travelodge, 2280 Beacon Ave (V8L 1X1). Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17) to
Beacon Ave, the main street into Sidney
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1A
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. Walk goes through the town of Sidney, along the waterfront
and on walking trails. An alternate ‘rural’ route goes towards Tsehum
Harbour. Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be
done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SIDNEY
Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 102 R 25 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CONTACT:
Pat Grove 250-658-2325
LOCATION:
Travelodge, 2280 Beacon Ave (V8L 1X1). Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17) to
Beacon Ave, the main street into Sidney.
REGISTRATION:
Dawn - dusk. The bike route goes along roads on the Saanich Peninsula.
Washrooms available at start / finish.
SANCTION:
YRE 160 5, 10, 12, 15, 30 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CVF Waterfall Walk –
Charters and Todd Creeks and Sooke River
CONTACT:
David & Gail Nash 250-642-4515
EMAIL:
nashramblers@hotmail.com
LOCATION:
Sooke River Hotel Beer & Wine Store, 6309 Sooke Rd. (Hwy14) (V9Z 0G7).
From Victoria, take the Trans-Canada Hwy 1 to Sooke / Colwood Turnoff.
Follow Hwy 14 to Sooke. Left just after the big silver bridge. By Bus:
take #61 to Sooke River Hotel or Bus #50 to Western Exchange and then
#61 to Sooke.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 12, 15, 30 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
09:00 - dusk. Walks include local streets, country roads, and the
Galloping Goose Trail. Washrooms available at start / finish and along
the trail. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact
for dates and times.
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SUMMERLAND
Jan 1 – Dec 31
SPONSOR:
CVF British Columbia Director
CVF Winery Walk – Dirty
Laundry Vineyards and Switchback Vineyards
CVF Waterfall: Miller’s
Crossing
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Peach Orchard Park Beach, Lakeshore Dr S (V0H 1Z6). From the north on
Hwy 97, turn left, from the south on Hwy 97 turn right at the traffic
lights on Rosedale Ave. Right immediately onto Biagioni Ave to stop sign
(Peach Orchard Rd). Left on Peach Orchard Rd to Lakeshore Dr “T”
junction. Right on Lakeshore Dr for a short distance and park at Peach
Orchard Park on your left (washrooms in summer).
REGISTRATION:
Download information from
www.volkssportingbc.ca. To obtain relevant stamps, mail $2
and documentation as indicated on the web site to Beverley Cattrall 1231
Hewlett Pl Victoria BC V8S 4P6. Route can be done from dawn to dusk.
Trail and roads through residential areas and orchards passing wineries.
Washrooms available at start / finish in the summer.
SURREY
(Crescent Beach) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 023 5, 11 km
SPONSOR:
Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
Crescent Park Annex
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
outside Crescent Legion
CONTACT:
Marie Merritt, 604-538-5853.
EMAIL:
surrey.trekkers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Esquires Coffee House Inc. # 4, 12823 Crescent Rd (V4P 1J6). Esquires is
at the northeast corner of Crescent Rd and 128 St. Walk box is under
service counter near corridor. From Hwy 99, Exit 10 - Hwy 99A - King
George Hwy south, turn west on Crescent Rd.
TRAIL:
5, 11 km RATING: 3B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 06:00 - dusk; Sat & Sun: 07:00 - dusk. The trail proceeds
through Crescent Park, residential streets and down to the beach, along
the promenade to Blackie’s Spit and Heron Park. Not suitable for
wheelchairs or baby strollers. Washrooms available at start / finish, in
Crescent Park and at the beach. This walk will also be done as a group.
Check with website (www.surreytrekkers.com) for dates and times.
SURREY
(Cedar Hills) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 156 5, 10, 11 km
SPONSOR:
Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – Route
A: Betty Huff Elementary; Route B: AHP Matthew; KB Woodward; West Coast
College of Health Care; Simon Fraser University.
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Route B: Cenotaph at Whalley Legion.
CONTACT:
Rita Hopmans 604-585-2685
EMAIL:
surrey.trekkers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Shoppers Drug Mart, 12874 - 96 Ave (V3V 6A8). Start location is in the
Mall at 96 Ave at 128 St. Walk box is under counter at check-out. From
the east – Hwy 1, Exit 53 (176 St) south to 96 Ave, west to 128 St. From
the west – Hwy 1, Exit 40A Brunette Ave, becomes Columbia St, over
Pattullo Bridge, (Hwy 99A) which becomes King George Hwy; south to 96
Ave, west to 128 St. From Tsawassen Ferry - Hwy 17, Hwy 10 east to 128
St, north to 96 Ave.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 11 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00; Sat: 09:00 - 18:00; Sun and holidays: 10:00 -
17:00. Route A - Trail passes through residential areas and parkland.
Enjoy Bear Creek Park with its creeks, rose gardens and miniature train.
Route B - Trail passes through residential areas, parkland, SFU and
cenotaph at Whalley Legion. This route qualifies for the Special
Volkssport Challenge in honour of the 2010 Olympics if done between
January 1 and April 30, 2010. Washrooms available at McDonald’s near
start / finish and in the Park (Route A and B) and in Surrey Central
City Mall (Route B). This walk will also be done as a group. Check
website (www.surreytrekkers.com) for dates and times.
SURREY
(Tynehead) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 055 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – Frost
Rd; Serpentine Heights Elementary; Holy Cross High.
CONTACT:
Eleanor Riese 604-585-2329
EMAIL:
surrey.trekkers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Esquires Coffee House Inc., 16011 Fraser Hwy (V3S 2W9). Esquires is at
the northeast corner of Fraser Hwy and 160 St. Walk box is behind the
service counter. From Hwy 1, Exit 50 - 104 Ave/160 St., follow 160 St
south to Fraser Hwy (Hwy 1A). From Hwy 10 west, turn left (north) on 152
St to Fraser Hwy (Hwy 1A), turn right (east) on Fraser Hwy to 160 St.
From Hwy 10 east, turn right (east) at Fraser Hwy (Hwy 1A) to 160 St.
From 176 St (Hwy 15 - Truck Crossing at Blaine), turn left (west) at
Fraser Hwy (Hwy 1A) to 160 St.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 05:45 - dusk; Sat: 06:30 to dusk; Sun & holidays: 07:30 -
dusk. The pavement and bark mulch trail follows residential streets to
the Tynehead Regional Park on the Serpentine River, a unique salmon
spawning river with salmon hatchery. Not suitable for wheelchairs and
baby strollers. Washrooms available at start / finish and in park. This
walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
SANCTION:
M-SEAS 309 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Lighthouse Walk –
Lennard Island Lighthouse
CONTACT:
Ethel Hansen 250-756-9796
LOCATION:
REGISTER: The Crow’s Nest, 205 Main St. Ucluelet (V0R 3A0). From Island
Hwy, take Hwy 4 (Exit 60) toward Port Alberni. In Port Alberni, turn
right on River Rd / Hwy 4. At the junction for Tofino / Ucluelet, take
the left fork and follow signs to Ucluelet. Left on Main St to The
Crow's Nest. START POINT: Retrace back to the junction, turn left to
take the Pacific Rim Hwy towards Tofino, pass the Information booth,
turn left on Lynn Rd. to small parking area on right and enter trail. If
completing the 10 km option, return to Pacific Rim Hwy. and continue
into Tofino (it becomes Campbell St.). Pass 3rd St. and
“Welcome to Tofino” sign and park on the street in front of city Park.
TRAIL: 5, 10 km RATING: 1B / 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon-Fri: 09:00 - 18:00; Sat - Sun: 09:30 - 17:30. The required 5 km
route follows a trail to Chesterman Beach and continues on the beach.
The Lennard Island Lighthouse can be seen on the route. To complete a 10
km route, do the Tofino Heritage walk which passes historical buildings
and sites in the town of Tofino. Not suitable for wheelchairs. Washrooms
are at Tourist Information Centre at the Ucluelet / Tofino junction and
at the city park in Tofino. This walk will also be done as a group.
Check with contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
M-SEAS 308 7, 11 km
SPONSOR:
Bastion City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Lighthouse Walk –
Amphitrite Point Lighthouse.
CONTACT:
Ethel Hansen 250-756-9796
LOCATION:
The Crow's Nest, 205 Main St (V0R 3A0). From Island Hwy. take Hwy 4
(Exit 60) toward Port Alberni. In Port Alberni, turn right on River Rd /
Hwy 4. At the junction of Tofino / Ucluelet, take the left fork and
follow signs to Ucluelet. Left on Main St to The Crow's Nest.
TRAIL:
7, 11 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 18:00; Sat & Sun: 09:30 - 17:30. Both walks go on the
Wild Pacific Trail on the shoreline of the west coast of Vancouver
Island. The trail offers spectacular shoreline panoramas and seaward
vistas. Washrooms are NOT available at start / finish but are available
at the Tourist Information Centre at the Tofino / Ucluelet junction
before driving to Ucluelet and on the Wild Pacific Trail. This walk will
also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 079 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Vancouver ’Venturers Volkssport Club
CVF Brew Pub Walk –
Steamworks; Dix; Yaletown.
CVF Scholar Walk –
Vancouver Community College.
CONTACT:
Susan Olafson 604-669-2805
EMAIL:
vancouverventurers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Bread Garden Bakery / Café, 812 Bute St (V6E 1Y4). (half block south of
Robson St & 2 blocks west of Burrard St.
TRAIL: 5, 10 km RATING: 2A
REGISTRATION:
Daily 08:00 - 20:00. Route goes through downtown, Gastown, Chinatown and
Yaletown. Suitable for wheelchairs and baby strollers with slight
modification around Canada Place. This walk qualifies for the special
Volkssport Challenge in honour of the 2010 Olympics, if done between
January 1 and April 30, 2010. Washrooms available at start / finish and
along the route. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with
contact for dates and times.
VANCOUVER
(False Creek) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 101 5, 10, 11, 15, 16 km
SPONSOR:
Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
CVF Brewery Walk –
Molson; Granville Island; Dockside.
CVF Scholar Walk – Elsie
Roy Elementary; Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts; Emily Carr
University.
CONTACT:
Gary Moorman 604-730-9783
EMAIL:
surrey.trekkers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Tilley Endurables, 2401 Granville St (V6H 3G5). Tilley Endurables is at
the southwest corner of 8 Ave and Granville St. Walk box is under the
cash counter. Hwy 99 into Vancouver becomes Granville St. On-street
parking in area.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 11, 15, 16 km RATING: 2A
REGISTRATION:
Daily: 10:00 - 17:30. Closed statutory holidays. The walk goes to
Granville Island and False Creek for a pleasant walk along the shores of
this restored area passing historic sites. A ferry boat takes you back
to Granville Island Market (small charge for the ferry). Not suitable
for baby strollers and wheelchairs. An alternate route is available
around False Creek - no ferry. This walk qualifies for the Special
Olympic Challenge in honour of the 2010 Olympics, if done between
January 1 and April 30, 2010. Washrooms available at start / finish, on
Granville Island and on walkway. This walk will also be done as a group.
Check with website (www.surreytrekkers.com) for dates and times.
VANCOUVER
(Kitsilano / Point Grey) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION: YRE
162 5, 10, 15, 20 km
SPONSOR:
Vancouver ’Venturers Volkssport Club
CONTACT:
Verni Brown 604-682-8390
EMAIL:
vancouverventurers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Running Room Store, 2083 Alma St (half block south of West 4th
Ave) (V6R 4N6)
TRAIL:
5, 10, 15, 20 km RATING: 2B / 3B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 09:30 - 20:00; Sat: 09:30 - 18:00; Sun: 08:30 - 17:00. 10-km
Kitsilano route goes along Kitsilano Beach to Vanier Park and back along
residential streets. Suitable for wheelchairs and baby strollers with
slight modification of route. 10-km Point Grey route goes along Jericho
Beach and Spanish Banks and up the hill to return along residential
streets. Only the 5-km Point Grey route is suitable for wheelchairs or
baby strollers. Washrooms available at start / finish and along routes.
This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
VANCOUVER
(Shaughnessy / Queen Elizabeth Park) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 164 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Vancouver ’Venturers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – On 10
km route: Simon Fraser Elementary; General Wolfe Elementary; Eric Hamber
Secondary. On 5 km route: Ecole Bilingue (Elementary).
CONTACT:
JC Dompierre 604-224-5547
EMAIL:
vancouverventurers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Running Room Store, 1578 West Broadway [1 block west of Granville St.]
(V6J 5K9)
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2A
REGISTRATION:
Mon – Fr: 09:30 – 20:00; Sat: 09:30 – 18:00; Sun: 08:30 – 17:00. This
scenic route goes through beautiful Queen Elizabeth Park with its quarry
gardens and impressive Shaughnessy with its many mansions. Suitable for
wheelchairs and baby strollers with slight modification of route. Route
A qualifies for the Special Volkssport Challenge in honour of the 2010
Olympics, if done between January 1 and April 30, 2010. Washrooms
available at start / finish and in the park. This walk will also be done
as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
VANCOUVER
(Stanley Park) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 053 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Vancouver ’Venturers Volkssport Club
CVF Lighthouse Walk –
Brockton Point Lighthouse
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Canadian Japanese War Memorial; Air Force Garden of Remembrance.
CONTACT:
Connie Maclean 604-688-5810
EMAIL:
vancouverventurers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Running Room Store, 679 Denman St (at West Georgia St.) (V6G 2L3)
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 09:30 - 20:00; Sat: 09:30 - 18:00; Sun: 08:30 - 17:00. Great
views of Vancouver harbour and downtown, North Shore mountains and
English Bay. Main 10-km route goes on some fairly secluded trails in the
park. Optional 10-km seawall route (RATING 1A) around the park is
safe for walkers on their own and is suitable for wheelchairs and baby
strollers. Washrooms available at start / finish and in the park. This
walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
SPONSOR:
Garden City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
various routes pass different schools.
CONTACT:
Brenda Waksel 250-360-0861
EMAIL:
brenda.waksel@smus.bc.ca
LOCATION:
Running / Walking Room, Broadmead Village, 305 - 777 Royal Oak Dr (V8X
4V1). From downtown Victoria, take Blanshard St. which becomes Vernon
Ave and then Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17). Right on Royal Oak Dr. From
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Victoria International Airport: south on
Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17), right exit to Royal Oak Dr, left at light on
overpass.
TRAIL:
80 km RATING: 2A / 2B / 3C
REGISTRATION:
Daily: dawn to dusk. The 80km is on seven (7) routes. The routes visit
various parks, birding areas, trails, residential areas and several
spectacular views. The flower petal configuration allows the
participant to start and finish at the Broadmead Shopping Centre. A
$5.00 fee is collected when you pre-register. Completion of the event
entitles the participant IVV credit for 80km for Distance and 4 Event
credits. Must complete checkpoint answers. Stamps are given by the
contact. No time limit for completing all 7 routes. Washrooms available
at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with
contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 260 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Garden City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
Lochside Elementary (Blenkinsop Lake route).
CONTACT:
Marion Davidson 250-477-9851
EMAIL:
Marion.davidson@yahoo.ca
LOCATION:
Running / Walking Room, #305 - 777 Royal Oak Dr, Broadmead Village
Shopping Centre (V8X 4V1). From downtown Victoria, take Blanshard St.
which becomes Vernon Ave and then Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17). Right on
Royal Oak Dr. From Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Victoria International
Airport: south on Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy17), right exit to Royal Oak Dr,
left at light on overpass.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 09:30 - 21:00; Sat: 09:30 - 18:00; Sun: 08:30 - 17:00.
Blenkinsop Lake 10km goes on trails, through parks and lovely treed
streets in the Broadmead residential area and a segment of the Lochside
Trail that crosses the restored trestle bridge over Blenkinsop Lake – a
favourite spot for bird watchers. Colquitz Creek 10km includes a scenic
walk on chip trails along Colquitz Creek and residential streets of
Broadmead. One 5 km route goes around Rithet Bog [bird sanctuary] and
residential streets. The second 5 km route goes through the Broadmead
residential area.
Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a
group. Check with contact for dates and times.
VICTORIA
(Colwood - Royal Roads) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 163 5, 10, 15 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CVF Scholar Walk – Royal
Roads University
CONTACT:
Rick Desjardins 250-478-7020
EMAIL:
rickandchristine@shaw.ca
LOCATION:
White Spot Restaurant, 1845 Island Hwy (Hwy 14) (V9B 1J3) 250-391-8823.
From Victoria on Hwy1
(Trans-Canada), take Colwood Exit (Hwy 14) to White Spot. From ‘up
island’ on Hwy 1, take Six Mile Rd. Exit to Hwy 14 to White Spot.
Victoria Bus 382-6161 (White Spot is 1 block west from Western
Exchange).
TRAIL:
5, 10, 15 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
07:00 to dusk. Route uses part of the Galloping Goose Trail (Trans
Canada Trail) as well as trails and roads within the Royal Roads
University grounds. Scenic views of Hatley Castle and Esquimalt Lagoon.
Washrooms available at start / finish and at the museum under Hatley
Castle. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for
dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 007 5, 10, 15 km
SPONSOR:
Victoria Y Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – South
Park at 508 Douglas St; Central Middle School at 1278 Fort St.
CVF Cenotaph – in front
of Legislature (Government & Belleville Streets); The First Scottish
Regiment’s Cenotaph (beside Christ Church Cathedral, Quadra St, across
from YM-YWCA).
CONTACT:
Judy Haynes 250-385-8519
LOCATION:
YM-YWCA, 851 Broughton St (V8W 1E5). The YM-YWCA is at the corner of
Broughton and Quadra Streets (250-386-7511) in downtown Victoria. The Y
is about 6 blocks from the harbour, one block off the main road from the
BC ferries and three blocks from the centre of the city. Pay parking
nearby. Free meter parking on Sundays and holidays. Registration box
in the lobby beside the pop machine
TRAIL:
5, 10, 15 km RATING: 1A
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 22:30; Sat: 07:30 - 21:00; Sun: 07:30-19:30. Holiday
hours 08:00 - 16:00. Call to confirm holiday hours. Closed Good Friday
and Christmas Day. Scenic route includes city centre, parks, ocean
views, and residential areas. Suitable for baby strollers and
wheelchairs. Pets must be on leash and scoop law is in effect. Washrooms
available at start / finish, in Beacon Hill Park and Government House
This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
VICTORIA
(Downtown / Heritage / Beacon Hill) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 019 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Garden City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
South Park Elementary
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Corner of Belleville St & Government St.
CONTACT:
Brenda Waksel 250-360-0861
LOCATION:
Harbour Towers Hotel, 345 Quebec St (V8V 1W4). Approximately 2 blocks
west of Parliament Buildings, 1 block from Port Angeles ferry dock and a
few blocks from the centre of downtown Victoria. The hotel is located at
the corner of Oswego & Quebec Streets. From Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
and Victoria International Airport, south on Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17)
which becomes Blanshard St. to downtown Victoria. Right on Belleville
St, left on Oswego St to Quebec St. Hotel is on the corner.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1A / 1B
REGISTRATION:
Dawn - dusk. The two 5-km routes, and one of the 10 km routes go along
Victoria’s Inner Harbour. One 5 km route and one 10 km route pass near
the Cruise Ship terminal. Washrooms available at start / finish. This
walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
VICTORIA
(Downtown / Esquimalt) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 022 10, 13 km
SPONSOR:
Garden City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Lighthouse Walk –
Fisgard Lighthouse
CVF Brew Pub Walk –
Canoe; Spinnakers
CONTACT:
Marg Tighe 250-370-5688
LOCATION:
Maritime Museum of BC, 28 Bastion Square (V8W 1H9). In the centre of
downtown Victoria, approximately 2 blocks north of the Parliament
Buildings. Bastion Square is located between the ‘Bay Centre’ and ‘Inner
Harbour.’ From Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and the Victoria International
Airport, south on Patricia Bay Hwy (17). This becomes Blanshard St.
Continue on to downtown Victoria.
TRAIL:
10, 13 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Daily 09:30 to 16:30 except Christmas Day. The 10 km route is a
spectacular and scenic route that winds along the ocean to Macauley
Point, with an extra 3k loop to Saxe Point. Both locations offer
wonderful views of Fisgard Lighthouse. This oldest lighthouse on the
west coast of Canada is located at the entrance to Esquimalt Harbour.
The tower is a white conical brick tower with a red lantern. There is a
brick 2 story light keepers house. It was established in 1860, and was
automated in 1929 and continues in operation today. For a closer look at
the lighthouse drive to Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Park in
Colwood. Admission to the lighthouse is included in the park entrance
fee.
Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a
group. Check with contact for dates and times.
VICTORIA
(Downtown / Gorge / Songhees) Jan 1 - Dec
31
SANCTION:
YRE 025 5, 10, 12, 15 km
SPONSOR:
Garden City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Brew Pub Walk –
Canoe; Spinnakers
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Corner of Belleville St & Government St.
CONTACT:
Brenda Waksel 250-360-0861
LOCATION:
Harbour Towers Hotel, 345 Quebec St (V8V 1W4). Approximately 2 blocks
west of Parliament Buildings, 1 block from Port Angeles ferry dock and a
few blocks from the centre of downtown Victoria. Hotel is located at the
corner of Quebec and Oswego Streets. From Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and
Victoria International Airport, south on Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17) which
becomes Blanshard St to downtown Victoria. Right on Belleville St, left
on Oswego St to Quebec St. Hotel is located at the corner.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 12, 15 km RATING: 1A / 1B / 2B
REGISTRATION:
Dawn to dusk. The 12-km route (Gorge) goes through downtown Victoria to
the Vic West area, over the Selkirk Trestle and along the Gorge
Waterway. (RATING 2B). The 10 / 15-km route (Songhees) goes
through downtown Victoria to Esquimalt. Enjoy beautiful water views
along the West Bay / Songhees Harbourside Walkway and Saxe Point. (RATING
1B) The 5 km route is on pavement in downtown area (RATING 1A).
Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a
group. Check with contact for dates and times.
VICTORIA
(Downtown) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 198R 25 through 116.km (25 combinations available.)
SPONSOR:
Victoria Y Volkssport Club
CONTACT:
Bruce Hawkes 250-642-3909 (evenings only)
LOCATION:
YM-YWCA, 851 Broughton St (V8W 1E5). The YM-YWCA is at the corner of
Broughton and Quadra Streets (250-386-7511) in downtown Victoria. The Y
is about six blocks from the harbour, one block off the main road from
the BC ferries and three blocks from the centre of the city. Pay parking
nearby. Free meter parking on Sundays and holidays.
TRAIL:
R25 through 116 km. (25 combinations available.) RATING:
2A / 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 22:30; Sat: 07:30 - 21:00; Sun: 07:30 - 19:30.
Holiday hours 08:00 - 16:00. Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day.
Registration box in the lobby beside the pop machine. Call to confirm
holiday hours. Bicycle routes from 25 to 116 km in Victoria area.
Washrooms available at start / finish.
SANCTION:
YRE 253 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 km
SPONSOR:
Victoria Y Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
Rockheights Middle School, 1250 Highrock Ave; Ecole Victor-Brodeur, 637
Head St; Lampson Elementary, Lampson St.
CVF Cenotaph Walk –
Memorial Park, Esquimalt Rd.
CONTACT:
Hazel Dunham 250-385-5439
LOCATION:
Esquimalt Recreation Centre, 527 Fraser St (250-414-7102) (V9A 6H6).
From downtown Victoria, take the Johnson Street Bridge to Esquimalt Rd
to Fraser St. By bus take #6 (Dockyard) from downtown.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 05:30 - dusk; Sat: 06:00 - dusk; Sun: 06:00 - dusk. Holidays:
07:00 - 20:00. Call to confirm holiday hours. Registration box at
Reception. Route goes through residential and park areas of Esquimalt.
Not suitable for baby strollers and wheelchairs. Pets must be on leash
and scoop law is in effect. Washrooms available at start / finish and
on route. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for
dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 088 5, 10, 12 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CONTACT:
Rick Desjardins 250-478-7020
EMAIL:
rickandchristine@shaw.ca
LOCATION:
Frontrunners Westshore, #123 - 755 Goldstream Ave (V9B 2X4). From
Trans-Canada Hwy, Exit 14 south to Langford on Veterans’ Memorial
Parkway (Millstream Rd) to Goldstream Ave. Right on Goldstream for one
block. Frontrunners is on the left. Bus from downtown Victoria is #50
Goldstream.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 12 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 20:00; Sat: 10:00 - 18:00; Sun: noon - 17:00. Walks
will include local streets and trails through parks. Washrooms
available at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a group.
Check with contact for dates and times.
VICTORIA
(Langford - Thetis or Florence Lake) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 083 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
Millstream Elementary
CONTACT:
Rick Desjardins 250-478-7020
EMAIL:
rickandchristine@shaw.ca
LOCATION:
PetroCan [Gas Superstop], 2435 Millstream Rd, 250-391-6082 (V9B 3R5).
From Trans-Canada Hwy, Exit 14 north to Langford on Millstream Rd one
block. Gas stations and McDonalds are on your right. Bus #50 from
Victoria to Western Exchange, then Bus #57.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
08:00 - dusk. Walk to beautiful Thetis Lake Park or Florence Lake.
Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done as a
group. Check with contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 180 5, 10, 11 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CVF Waterfall Walk –
Sitting Lady Falls.
CONTACT:
Rick Desjardins 250-478-7020
EMAIL:
rickandchristine@shaw.ca
LOCATION:
My-Chosen Café, 4492 Happy Valley Rd (V9C 3Z3). From Victoria, take the
Trans-Canada Hwy1 to Sooke / Colwood turnoff. Follow Hwy 14, then left
on either Metchosin Rd or Happy Valley Rd to the intersection of these
two roads. #50 bus (Goldstream) from downtown Victoria to CanWest Mall;
transfer to #54 Metchosin or #55 Happy Valley.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 11 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 10:00; Sat - Sun: 08:00. Ends 2 hours prior to dusk. Walk
includes rural streets and trails through parks, ocean views and
shoreline. Washrooms available at start / finish and in the C. R. D.
Parks This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for
dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 015 5, 11 km
SPONSOR:
Victoria Y Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – Oak
Bay Secondary, 2151 Cranmore Rd, designed by Frances Rattenbury who also
designed the BC Legislative Bldg and who lived at 1701 Beach Dr.
CONTACT:
Judy Haynes 250-385-8519
LOCATION:
Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee St (V8R 5E6). From downtown
Victoria, drive east on Fort St and turn right on Bee St. Free
parking. Bus #11 (Uplands) from Douglas and View Streets.
TRAIL:
5, 11 km RATING: 2A
REGISTRATION:
Daily: 06:00 - dusk. Registration at Reception Desk in main lobby. Call
Centre at 250-595-7946 for holiday hours. Route goes through residential
Oak Bay to a high point for viewing ocean and mountains and goes along
beach. Not entirely suitable for baby strollers or wheelchairs. Pets
must be on leash and scoop law is in effect. Washrooms available at
start / finish and on route. This walk will also be done as a group.
Check with contact for dates and times.
VICTORIA
(Oak Bay / U Vic / Uplands) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 029 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Garden City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
University of Victoria; Camosun College.
CONTACT:
Kaye Farmer 250-721-3065
LOCATION:
Henderson Park Recreation Centre, 2291 Cedar Hill Cross Rd (V8P 5H9).
From Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Victoria International Airport travel
south on Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17) to McKenzie Ave. Left on McKenzie,
then right on Cedar Hill Cross Rd to Henderson Recreation Centre. From
downtown Victoria take Fort St, then left on Foul Bay Rd which becomes
Henderson Rd. Right on Cedar Hill Cross Rd. Henderson Recreation
Centre is on your right.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 1A-B / 2A-B
REGISTRATION:
Mon-Fri: 06:00 - 21:00; Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. UVic 5 km – A walk
through the gardens and wooded trails of the University of Victoria
campus (RATING 1B). Camosun 5 km – A walk through north Oak Bay
residential area and Camosun College Lansdowne Campus (RATING
1A). Uplands 10 km – This mostly paved route includes some of Victoria’s
most attractive residential areas with some water views (RATING
2A). Mount Tolmie 10 km – a little more challenging walk, going on the
University of Victoria grounds, along residential streets, and up 1 km
to the top of Mount Tolmie for a panoramic view of the city (RATING
2B). Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also be done
as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
VICTORIA
(Oak Bay) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 256 5, 10, 15 km
SPONSOR:
Victoria Y Volkssport Club
CBF Lighthouse Walk –
Trial Island
CVF Scholar Walk – Oak
Bay Secondary, 2151 Cranmore Rd, designed by Frances Rattenbury who
designed the BC Legislative Bldg and who lived at 1701 Beach Dr.
CONTACT:
Judy Haynes 250-385-8519
LOCATION:
Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee St (V8R 5E6). From downtown
Victoria, drive east on Fort St and turn right on Bee St. Free
parking. Bus #11 (Uplands) from Douglas and View Streets. Registration
at reception desk in main lobby.
TRAIL:
5, 10, 15 km RATING: 2A
REGISTRATION:
Daily: 06:00 - dusk. Call Centre at 250-595-7946 for holiday hours.
Route goes through residential Oak Bay to a high point for a view of the
ocean and the Trial Island Lighthouse, the mountains and along the
beach. Not entirely suitable for baby strollers or wheelchairs. Pets
must be on leash and scoop law is in effect. Washrooms available at
start / finish and on route. This walk will also be done as a group.
Check with contact for dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 108 6, 11 km
SPONSOR:
Juan de Fuca Pathfinders Walking Club
CONTACT:
Pat Grove 250-658-2325
LOCATION:
Cunningham's Shell Gas Bar, 5486 Patricia Bay (Pat Bay) Hwy (Hwy 17)
(V8Y 1T1). Take Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17) to Cunningham’s Gas Bar at
Sayward Rd.
TRAIL:
6, 11 km RATING: 1B
REGISTRATION:
08:00 - dusk. The trail goes around two popular lakes, Elk and Beaver,
mostly on forest trails and paths. Washrooms available at start / finish
and on route. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact
for dates and times.
VICTORIA
(Saanich) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 140 6, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Garden City Wanderers Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk –
Spectrum Community; Marigold Elementary; Craigflower Elementary.
CONTACT:
John Lewis 250-665-6062
LOCATION:
G.R.Pearkes Recreation Centre, 3100 Tillicum Rd (V9A 6T2). From Victoria
on Hwy 1, left on Tillicum Rd. The Pearkes Centre is at the rear of the
Tillicum Shopping Centre, off Arena Rd.
TRAIL:
6, 10 km RATING: 1A / 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 06:30 - 22:00; Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00. May be closed on
statutory holidays. Call 250-475-5400 to confirm hours. The route
follows the Colquitz River to the scenic Gorge, finishing through
tranquil Cuthbert Holmes Park. A second 10 km route follows the Coquitz
River to the Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary (no dogs allowed in the
sanctuary). Washrooms available at start / finish. This walk will also
be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and times.
VICTORIA
(Saanich) Jan 1 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 306 6, 11 km
SPONSOR:
Victoria Y Volkssport Club
CVF Scholar Walk – Ecole
Doncaster Elementary, 1525 Rowan St.
CONTACT:
Judy Haynes 250-385-8519
LOCATION:
Cedar Hill Recreation Centre, 3220 Cedar Hill Rd. (250-475-7121) (V8P
3Y3). From Downtown, drive north on Blanshard St, turn right on
Finlayson St, turn left on Cedar Hill Rd. Bus #24 (Cedar Hill) from
Johnson St, downtown. From Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal or the Victoria
International Airport, drive south on Patricia Bay Hwy (Hwy 17), left on
Finlayson St and left on Cedar Hill Rd. Cedar Hill Recreation Centre is
on your left.
TRAIL:
6, 11 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 06:30 - 22:30; Sat & Sun: 08:00 - 21:30. Holidays: 09:00 -
17:00. Closed Christmas Day. Phone to confirm hours. 5 km route goes
around the trails by Cedar Hill Golf course and passes Ecole Doncaster
Elementary. 10 km route goes around the trails by Cedar Hill Golf
Course, Playfair Park, Swan Hill Christmas Lake Nature Sanctuary and
passes Ecole Doncaster Elementary. Washrooms available at start /
finish. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for
dates and times.
SANCTION:
YRE 252 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Vancouver ’Venturers Volkssport Club
CONTACT:
Jack Yasayko 604-926-9087
EMAIL:
vancouverventurers@gmail.com
LOCATION:
Café Crema, 1495 Bellevue Ave (1 block south of Marine Dr at 15th St)
(V7T 1C3). Parking on Argyle Ave, one block south of Bellevue Ave.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Winter: 08:00 - 17:00 daily. Summer: 08:00 - 20:00 daily. Western 5-km
loop goes through the “village” of Dundarave and along Centennial
Seawalk, while Eastern 5-km loop goes through the “villages” of
Ambleside and Park Royal and along edge of Ambleside Park. All three
“villages” have interesting shops and eateries and both loops offer
great views of English Bay and Vancouver. Not suitable for wheelchairs
or baby strollers. Washrooms available at start / finish and along the
routes. This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for
dates and times.
WEST
VANCOUVER (Horseshoe Bay) Jan 2 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 104 5, 10 km
CONTACT:
Jack Yasayko 604-926-9087 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
jyasayko@telus.net or volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr (V7W 2S5). From downtown
Vancouver (West Georgia St), take the ‘blue bus’ #250. Takes ~ 40 mins.
OR Drive over the Lions Gate Bridge and along Marine Drive through West
Vancouver to the Community Centre (~ 20 km). From the BC Ferry
terminal, pedestrians walk south / left on Keith Rd. Continue along the
gravel path and stairs to Marine Dr. Cross at the crosswalk and left to
the Community Centre (1.5 km). From the Ferry terminal drive along Bay
St, Nelson and Marine Dr, OR take the #250 bus.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 08:30 - 19:00; Sat: 09:00 - 19:00; Sun: 09:00 - 16:00. Closed
on statutory holidays. Part of the route is on the Trans Canada Trail
with great water views south and west. The rest of the route is through
residential areas and the village of Horseshoe Bay. Not suitable for
wheelchairs or baby strollers. Washrooms available at start / finish
and in Horseshoe Bay Park. This walk will also be done as a group. Check
with contact for dates and times.
WEST
VANCOUVER (Lighthouse Park / Horseshoe Bay) Jan 2 - Dec 31
SANCTION:
YRE 255 5, 10 km
CVF Lighthouse Walk –
Point Atkinson Lighthouse.
CONTACT:
Jack Yasayko 604-926-9087 or Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
jyasayko@telus.net or volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
REGISTRATION: Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Dr. (V7W
2S5). From downtown Vancouver (West Georgia St), take the ‘blue bus’
#250. Takes ~ 40 mins. or drive over the Lions Gate Bridge and along
Marine Drive through West Vancouver to the Community Centre (~ 20 kms)
From the BC Ferry terminal, pedestrians walk south/left on Keith Rd.
Continue along the gravel path and stairs to Marine Dr. Cross at the
crosswalk and left to the Community Centre (1.5 km).
From the Ferry terminal, drive along Bay St, Nelson and Marine Dr, OR
take the #250 bus. START POINT: : From the Community Centre, right on
Marine Dr, drive about 5 km and turn right on Beacon Lane and follow to
Lighthouse Park. The #250 bus can be taken from the Community Centre to
a stop near Beacon Lane.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B / 3B
REGISTRATION:
Mon - Fri: 08:30 - 19:00; Sat: 09:00 - 19:00; Sun: 09:00 - 16:00. Closed
statutory holidays. About 2 km of this walk are in Lighthouse Park,
including a viewpoint overlooking Point Atkinson Lighthouse. The rest
of the route is on winding, hilly roads and paths through a wealthy
residential neighbourhood with some great views of Burrard Inlet. Not
suitable for wheelchairs or baby strollers. Park may be closed during
times of extreme fire hazard. Washrooms available at start / finish.
This walk will also be done as a group. Check with contact for dates and
times.
SANCTION:
YRE 064 5, 10 km
SPONSOR:
Volkssport Association of British Columbia (VABC)
CVF – AVA Covered Bridge
Walk – Pedestrian Bridge over Fitzsimmon Creek
CONTACT:
Beverley Cattrall 250-598-4316
EMAIL:
bevsparkes@shaw.ca or volkssport@islandnet.com
LOCATION:
Wild Willie's Ski Club, 7011 Nesters Rd 250-938-8036 (V0N 1B7). From Hwy
99, take the first left after Lorimer Street light, then right at
Nesters Rd to Nesters Square.
TRAIL:
5, 10 km RATING: 2B
REGISTRATION:
Ski: Jan 1 - April 30 & Nov 1 - Dec 31: 08:00 - 21:00. Walk: May 1 - Oct
31: 10:00 - 19:00. Call store to confirm hours. The walk is suitable for
wheelchair and baby strollers. Call to confirm weather conditions for
the X-country ski. There is a fee for x-country ski trail. Washrooms
available at start / finish. This walk qualifies for the Special
Volkssport Challenge to honour the 2010 Olympics if done between Jan 1
and Apr 30, 2010.
