All group walks appearing in this calendar are reserved exclusively for Vancouver Venturer club members and members of affiliated Volkssport clubs. If you wish more information on becoming a club member please click here or contact us at vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Members may download an electronic copy of the 2022 annual calendar by clicking here.
In general, a 5km walk can be finished in 1 hour and a 10km walk can be completed in 2 hours.
Click on a date to see route details as well as the start point location and Google Map directions to the start point. We look forward to seeing you at your next walk.
Events in May 2022
- - Burnaby - Fraser Foreshore Park
Burnaby - Fraser Foreshore Park
Burnaby - Fraser Foreshore Park
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Sun, May 1, 2022Eastern half goes along Fraser River to an ecological reserve; western half goes along Fraser River and through Glenlyon Business Park.
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Distance: 5/10k
Trail Rating: 1B
Parking Lot corner of Fraser Park Drive & south end of Byrne Road
By car: From Marine Way, proceed south on Byrne Road to end. Parking available in park or along road.
By transit: From Metrotown or Edmonds SkyTrain Station, bus #116 to corner of North Fraser Way and Byrne Road; walk south on Byrne Road to river
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Burnaby - Fraser Foreshore Park7751 Fraser Park DrBurnaby, BC - - Vancouver - Downtown - Chinatown
Vancouver - Downtown - Chinatown
Vancouver - Downtown - Chinatown
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Tue, May 3, 2022This route goes through Downtown Vancouver, Gastown and Chinatown (with an opportunity to walk inside the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park when it is open), including a heritage walk through the oldest residential neighbourhood in the City of Vancouver - discover historic buildings and sidewalk mosaics. We will also enjoy a walk in CRAB (Create A Real Available Beach) Park at Portside, returning to downtown along the Seawall. During the cruise ship season (May to September), there will be a chance to see the majestic cruise ships docked at Canada Place.
Distance: 10k.
Trail Rating: 2B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. "
JJ Bean Coffee Roasters1188 Alberni St,Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5Canada - - Richmond - Central Richmond- Shell Road Trail
Richmond - Central Richmond- Shell Road Trail
Richmond - Central Richmond- Shell Road Trail
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Thu, May 5, 2022A very nice addition to our Richmond Series of walks. A flat (as all Richmond walks are) relaxing walk in Central Richmond. Walking in Garden City Community Park is always a treat with the lagoons and waterfowl to enjoy. The 10K route saves the best for last as we walk a few kilometres on the Shell Road Trail. This rural trail, hidden amongst some interesting neighbourhoods, is a calming walk on a tree-lined (really a tunnel of trees) trail. A very interesting walk to explore. This is walk #10 in our “Explore Richmond” series. "Come Walk With Us”.
Distance: 5/10k
Trail Rating: 1B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
South Arm Community Centre8880 Williams RdRichmond, BC V7A 1G6Canada - - Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Quilchena Park
Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Quilchena Park
Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Quilchena Park
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Sat, May 7, 2022The route goes through impressive Shaughnessy with its many mansions, then to Quilchena Park and Arbutus Village. The 5k route will not go to Quilchena Park & Arbutus Village.
Distance: 5k/10k
Trail Rating: 2A
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Meet in the open space behind the Starbucks/Indigo.
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
Chapters/Indigo Books2505 Granville StreetVancouver,, BC - - SURREY TREKKERS MAP WALK
SURREY TREKKERS MAP WALK
SURREY TREKKERS MAP WALK
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Sun, May 8, 2022Check the Surrey Trekker's online schedule for a list of their 2022 Map Walks. Click here: Surrey Trekkers 2022 Map Walks
- - Vancouver - Stanley Park - Seawall East
Vancouver - Stanley Park - Seawall East
Vancouver - Stanley Park - Seawall East
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Tue, May 10, 2022We will head to Coal Harbour and walk counter-clockwise on the seawall around Stanley Park. The 10/11 km Seawall loop around iconic Stanley Park is a “MUST SEE” and “MUST DO” activity in Vancouver. It is one of our series of 7 walks in Stanley Park. It offers breathtaking views of Vancouver harbour, the city skyline, North Shore Mountains & English Bay. This route goes past famous landmarks and heritage features such as First Nations Totem Poles, Brockton Point & Prospect Point Lighthouses, Siwash Rock. There are beaches, rock cliffs and coastal forests of majestic cedar, hemlock and fir trees. You will see popular west coast wildlife, including marine life: squirrels, raccoons, skunks, coyotes, herons, eagles, seals and otters.
Distance: 6/10/11k
Washrooms available at Start/Finish and in park.
Trail Rating: 1A
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Running Room (Denman)679 Denman StreetVancouver, BC - - Richmond - Terra Nova/Sea Island - Burkeville
Richmond - Terra Nova/Sea Island - Burkeville
Richmond - Terra Nova/Sea Island - Burkeville
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Thu, May 12, 2022If you like airplanes, history and exploring somewhere you probably have not walked before, then this walk is not to be missed. The very interesting Flight Path Park, which has an aeronautical theme, is located near the secluded historical village of Burkeville. Many of the streets in Burkeville are named after airplane manufacturers. This is one of 9 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series.
Distance: 5/10k
Trail Rating: 1B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Thompson Community Centre5151 Granville AvenueRichmond, BC - - Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Locarno Beach
Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Locarno Beach
Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Locarno Beach
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Sat, May 14, 2022Route is in West Point Grey. You will see older homes with varied architecture, including 1940s to 1950s housing in a neighbourhood called “Little Australia”. Then into another area with beautiful mansions; some of the most expensive homes in Vancouver are located here. Return along Spanish Banks, Locarno Beach and Jericho Beach.
Distance: 5/10k
Trail Rating: 2B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch a nearby eatery.
Locarno Beach Concession4445 NW Marine DrVancouver, BC V6R 1B7Canada - - South Delta - Farm and Industry Walk - Tsawwassen
South Delta - Farm and Industry Walk - Tsawwassen
South Delta - Farm and Industry Walk - Tsawwassen
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Sun, May 15, 2022Malls and crops and oceans…oh, my! This walk has it all. We start in the west end Tsawwassen Mills Mall parking lot then head towards the Tsawwassen ferry terminal and enjoy a scenic view of the foreshore and Georgia Strait intertidal zone. In the distance, you will see the Roberts Bank and Deltaport shipping terminals, two of the major terminals for exports from our country. Watch for huge volumes of rail cars carrying cargo as we cross the street and proceed along new pavement with growing crops on one side, and an Amazon fulfilment centre on the other…talk about contrast! We also pass through the new Tsawwassen Shores and Peregrine South housing developments on our return journey. The 5 K goes through the residential section of the TFN and also incorporates a lengthy boardwalk over the salt marshes.
We will meet in the Tsawwassen Mills parking lot in Sections 3G & 3H by Milestones.
Distances: 5K/10K
Trail Rating: 1B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Tsawwassen Mills Parking Lot: Sections 3G & 3H5000 Canoe Pass WayTsawwassen , BC V4M 4G8Canada - - South Delta - Tsawwassen FN - Farm and Industry Walk
South Delta - Tsawwassen FN - Farm and Industry Walk
South Delta - Tsawwassen FN - Farm and Industry Walk
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Tue, May 17, 2022Malls and crops and oceans…oh, my! This walk has it all. We start in the west end Tsawwassen Mills Mall parking lot then head towards the Tsawwassen ferry terminal and enjoy a scenic view of the foreshore and Georgia Strait intertidal zone. In the distance, you will see the Roberts Bank and Deltaport shipping terminals, two of the major terminals for exports from our country. Watch for huge volumes of rail cars carrying cargo as we cross the street and proceed along new pavement with growing crops on one side, and an Amazon fulfilment centre on the other…talk about contrast! We also pass through the new Tsawwassen Shores and Peregrine South housing developments on our return journey. The 5 K goes through the residential section of the TFN and also incorporates a lengthy boardwalk over the salt marshes.
We will meet in the Tsawwassen Mills parking lot in Sections 3G & 3H by Milestones.
Distances: 5K/10K
Trail Rating: 1B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Tsawwassen Mills Parking Lot: Sections 3G & 3H5000 Canoe Pass WayTsawwassen , BC V4M 4G8Canada - - Richmond - Steveston - Railway Greenway & Dykes
Richmond - Steveston - Railway Greenway & Dykes
Richmond - Steveston - Railway Greenway & Dykes
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Thu, May 19, 2022Steveston Rocks (WALKS)!!! Follow part of the old railway route that has been converted to walking paths. We pass the very historic home of one of the original Steveston pioneers and then head back to the West Dyke. The variety of birds that you will get to see while walking on the dykes is amazing and we hope you get to see the “OREO COWS” ??? This walk ends by walking back through the village and along the boardwalk by the marina. This is one of 9 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series.
Distance: 5/10k
Trail Rating: 1B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Meet in the parking lot across the street from the community centre.
Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Steveston Community Centre4111 Moncton StreetSteveston, BC - - SURREY TREKKERS MAP WALK
SURREY TREKKERS MAP WALK
SURREY TREKKERS MAP WALK
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Sat, May 21, 2022Check the Surrey Trekker's online schedule for a list of their 2022 Map Walks. Click here: Surrey Trekkers 2022 Map Walks
- - North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Spirit Trail West - McKay Creek
North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Spirit Trail West - McKay Creek
North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Spirit Trail West - McKay Creek
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Sun, May 22, 2022Walk the Spirit Trail west of Lonsdale Quay along the scenic waterfront with beautiful floating homes and spectacular views of the water and city across the Burrard Inlet. Then, head north through several parks following McKay Creek, walking along Ravine Greenway and then to Mosquito Creek. Immerse yourself amongst the trees and the sound of water. Enjoy this walk with a mix of boardwalks, nature and urban trails.
Distance: 6/10k
Trail Rating: 2B
The start point is 2 blocks west of the SeaBus Terminal, at end of the pier in Waterfront Park.
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Waterfront Park200-block West EsplanadeNorth Vancouver, BC V7M 3J3Canada - - Vancouver - Downtown - Lost Lagoon/Blue Heron Colony
Vancouver - Downtown - Lost Lagoon/Blue Heron Colony
Vancouver - Downtown - Lost Lagoon/Blue Heron Colony
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Mon, May 23, 2022We will walk along the Coal Harbour waterfront from the Convention Centre into Stanley Park where you will be welcomed by Lord Stanley. Walk through the Rose Garden. Then to the north side of Lost Lagoon. Check out the Rhododendron Garden and the Blue Heron Colony, one of the largest urban colony in North America. Pass English Bay and the Inukshuk. Finish with a heritage walk in the West End.
Distance: 10k
Trail Rating: 2B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. "
JJ Bean Coffee Roasters1188 Alberni St,Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5Canada - - Burnaby - Central Park - Deer Lake Park
Burnaby - Central Park - Deer Lake Park
Burnaby - Central Park - Deer Lake Park
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Thu, May 26, 2022Walk will go to Oakland Park & Deer Lake Park. Walk on trails & boardwalks in the park & around the lake. The 5K walk will be in Central Park only. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & along routes.
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
DISTANCE: 5, 10k RATING: 2B
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
Starbucks Coffee, Metrotown Station Square6200 McKay AvenueBurnaby, BC V5H 4L7Canada - - Vancouver - Stanley Park - Prospect Point - Lake & Lagoon
Vancouver - Stanley Park - Prospect Point - Lake & Lagoon
Vancouver - Stanley Park - Prospect Point - Lake & Lagoon
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Sat, May 28, 2022We will go around Lost Lagoon and take a different trail to Prospect Point. On the way, you will see the iconic Hollow tree, a Vancouver Heritage. Do you know there is a softball field in Stanley Park? Then down to the Seawall to the south side of Beaver Lake and to the Rose Garden.
Washrooms available at Start/Finish and in park.
Distance: 6/10k
Trail Rating: 1A/2B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
Running Room (Denman)679 Denman StreetVancouver, BC - - Delta – Ladner – Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk
Delta – Ladner – Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk
Delta – Ladner – Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk
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Sun, May 29, 2022Come to Ladner and experience the residential, historical, and community infrastructures of this small community. You will pass by a hospital, community centre, firehall and last but not least, an active Augustinian monastery. Historic structures include the Harris Barn and Kirkland House. Notably, the Forest of the Future Garden was funded by a pair of Volkssporting pioneers. This is one of the most diverse walks offered in South Delta. The 6k route is the Pioneer Walk and the 5k route is the Essential Workers Walk.
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Distance: 6k/10k
Trail Rating: 1B
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more information about this walk, email vancouverventurers@gmail.com
Ricky's All-Day Grill5239 Ladner Trunk RoadLadner, BC - - West Vancouver - Ambleside - Capilano River
West Vancouver - Ambleside - Capilano River
West Vancouver - Ambleside - Capilano River
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Tue, May 31, 2022This walk goes through “villages” of Ambleside and Park Royal with interesting shops and eateries. Then walk north along the edge of the Capilano River, a salmon-spawning river, in West Vancouver crossing over to North Vancouver and continue along the river all the way up close to Upper Levels (Highway 1). Return to West Vancouver via an overpass close to the mouth of the river with panoramic views of English Bay and Vancouver. Enjoy more views along Ambleside Park/Beach all the way to Centennial Seawalk. There is an option to cross Lions Gate Bridge. This will add another 3k to the walk.
Distance: 10k/13k
Trail Rating: 2B
*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***
Meet at picnic shelter in John Lawson Park on 16th Street.
Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
John Lawson Park17th StWest Vancouver, BC BC V7V 3T3