Calendar

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.

In general, a 5km walk can be finished in 1 hour and a 10km walk can be completed in 2 hours. Members may download a PDF copy of the 2025 annual calendar by clicking here.

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 February 2025

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Sunday, January 26, 2025(1 event)

West Vancouver - Ambleside - Dundarave


Sunday, January 26, 2025

The Western loop goes through “village” of Dundarave, Memorial Park, Dundarave Park and along Centennial Seawalk. The Eastern loop goes through “villages” of Ambleside, Park Royal and along the edge of Ambleside Park. Both loops have interesting shops and eateries, and offer great views of English Bay and Vancouver.

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. ***

Meet at picnic shelter in John Lawson Park at 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 Park
17th St
West Vancouver, BC BC V7V 3T3
Monday, January 27, 2025
Tuesday, January 28, 2025(1 event)

BURNABY - Central Park - Plus Two Parks


Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Walk through Central Park, Sparwood Park & Captain Cooks Park. Walk will pass Ocean View Burial Park with an option to walk in this park.

*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***

Trail Rating 2B

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.

Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown)
6200 McKay Ave #120
Station Square, Metrotown
Burnaby, BC V5H 4L8
Canada
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Thursday, January 30, 2025(1 event)

Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Spanish Banks & University Endowment Lands


Thursday, January 30, 2025

Description: Walk along the Spanish Banks beaches and Admiralty Trail in Pacific Spirit Regional Park - from Locarno to Acadia. Then explore parts of the University of BC campus and the University Endowment Lands with historical landmarks & mansions. Throughout the walk, there are beautiful views of Vancouver and the North Shore mountains across English Bay and Burrard Inlet.

Distance: 6/10K

Trail Rating2B/3B

*** 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.

Locarno Beach Concession
4445 NW Marine Dr
Vancouver, BC V6R 1B7
Canada
Friday, January 31, 2025
Saturday, February 1, 2025(1 event)

Richmond - Terra Nova - West Dyke & Railway Greenway


Saturday, February 1, 2025

Come Walk With Us on part of the old railway route now converted to walking paths as we walk to the Middle Arm Dyke pathway. While walking on this dyke trail beside the Middle Arm of the Fraser River we get to watch many planes taking off and landing at the Vancouver Airport. As we continue, this Middle Arm Dyke path changes to the West Dyke path and if it is the right time of the year, you will see many herons, eagles and thousands of Snow Geese. Don’t miss this walk. This is one of 11 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series.

Distance: 6k,11k

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, 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 Centre
5151 Granville Avenue
Richmond, BC
Sunday, February 2, 2025(1 event)

Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather


Sunday, February 2, 2025

Today's walk is cancelled due to inclement weather.

Monday, February 3, 2025
Tuesday, February 4, 2025(1 event)

Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather


Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Today's walk is cancelled due to inclement weather.

Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Thursday, February 6, 2025(1 event)

Delta - Tsawwassen FN - Farm and Industry Walk


Thursday, February 6, 2025

Tsawwassen FN – Farm & Industry Walk

Malls and crops and oceans…oh, my! This walk has it all. We walk the length of the Tsawwassen Mills Mall, passing by a gigantic bear sculpture and ending at the giant “Bass Pro” aquarium. We then venture outside and follow a shady path bordering farmland. Our journey continues through the new Tsawwassen Shores and Peregrine South housing developments, through the Tsawwassen Reserve then eventually onto a boardwalk where we 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. We loop back to our start point, passing by a very old aboriginal cemetery and some walkers may wish to pause and pay their respects. Old and new – this is a walk of great contrasts. The 7k goes through the residential section of the TFN and also incorporates a lengthy boardwalk over the salt marshes.

Start Location: We will meet inside Tsawwassen Mills mall entrance #3.

Distances: 5k/7k/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 Mall: Entrance #3
5000 Canoe Pass Way
Tsawwassen , BC V4M 4G8
Canada
Friday, February 7, 2025
Saturday, February 8, 2025(1 event)

Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Arbutus Greenway (North)


Saturday, February 8, 2025

This walk goes along residential areas in Shaughnessy, the north portion of the Arbutus Greenway and parks with views of Downtown and the North Shore mountains.

Parking: Available along Fir St. between West 10th Ave & West 15th Ave.

Start Location: Meet in the open space BEHIND Starbucks/Indigo.

Distance: 6/10k

Trail Rating: 2B

*** Registration starts at 9:30 ***

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.

Indigo
2505 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6H 3G7
Canada
Sunday, February 9, 2025(1 event)

Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Jericho Beach Park


Sunday, February 9, 2025

 

Walk by Jericho Garrison, Trimble Park and then into Pacific Spirit Regional Park. Continue along Spanish Banks, Locarno Beach and then into Jericho Beach Park. The 6k will only go to Locarno Beach and Jericho Beach Park

Start Location: Parking Lot outside A&W Restaurant

Distance: 6/10K

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

2083 Alma St (@ West 4th Ave)
2083 Alma Street (@ West 4th Ave)
Vancouver, BC V6R 4N6
Canada
Monday, February 10, 2025
Tuesday, February 11, 2025(1 event)

Vancouver - Stanley Park - The Best of Stanley Park Trails


Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Description: Most of this walk is on trails inside Stanley Park. You will see breathtaking views of Vancouver harbour, city skyline, North Shore Mountains and passing famous landmarks and heritage features. The walk begins with Lord Stanley welcoming you into the Park. Continue on to the old Polar Bear Den, Aquarium, Brockton Oval, Totem Poles, then onto the Seawall for a short distance. Up the trails to Prospect Point and down to the Siwash Rock Viewpoint on another trail above the cliff, parallel to the seawall below. See the Siwash Rock from the top, instead of at sea level. More trails to Ferguson Point and Teahouse Restaurant (lunch here if you wish). Finally, enjoy the trail along Lost Lagoon. Watch for the wildlife, including marine life, throughout your walk.

There are two 5K route options: (i) walk mostly on the east side of the Seawall and back via the Rose Garden (ii) walk on trails to Beaver Lake, the Aquarium and back via the Seawall.

Distance: 5/10 km

Rating: 1A/2B

Start Location: Meet in the sitting area of Devonian Harbour Park, 1929 W Georgia St  (NW corner of Denman & W Georgia St - behind the bus stop on. 

*** 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 further information contact us at: vancouverventurers@gmail.com

Devonian Harbour Park
1929 West Georgia St
Vancouver, BC V6G 2W9
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Thursday, February 13, 2025(1 event)

Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Quilchena Park


Thursday, February 13, 2025

 

The 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.

Start Location: Meet in the open space BEHIND Starbucks/Indigo.

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.

Indigo
2505 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6H 3G7
Canada
Friday, February 14, 2025
Saturday, February 15, 2025(1 event)

Vancouver - Downtown - Lost Lagoon/Blue Heron Colony


Saturday, February 15, 2025

We 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: 6k, 10k

Trail Rating: 2B

Start Location: Meet at JJ Bean Coffee Roasters 1188 Alberni St. Vancouver

*** 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 Roasters
1188 Alberni St,
Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5
Canada
Sunday, February 16, 2025(1 event)

Burnaby - Central Park - Everett Crowley Park


Sunday, February 16, 2025

This walk will take you on trails through Central Park all the way to Everett Crowley Park and Avalon Pond.  We will return from Champlain Heights via more trails and pathways through parks and some residential areas with lots of trees.

*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***

Distance: 5k/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 info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.

Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown)
6200 McKay Ave #120
Station Square, Metrotown
Burnaby, BC V5H 4L8
Canada
Monday, February 17, 2025(1 event)

West Vancouver - Horseshoe Bay


Monday, February 17, 2025

Part of the route is on the Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) with great water views south & west. The rest of the route is through residential areas & the village of Horseshoe Bay. Not suitable for wheelchairs or baby strollers. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & in Horseshoe Bay Park. Click here to download the walk directions and map: PT 104 West Vancouver Horseshoe Bay

Distances: 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, 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.

Horseshoe Bay - Gleneagles Community Centre
6262 Marine Drive
West Vancouver, BC V7W 2S5
Canada
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Thursday, February 20, 2025(1 event)

Richmond - Terra Nova - YVR South Terminal & Dykes


Thursday, February 20, 2025

This walk features walks beside the water along the dyke system, boardwalks, bridges, spectacular views of the North Shore Mountains, aircraft coming and going from the terminal and maybe even a float plane taking off from the Fraser River.

Distance: 5k, 7k, 11k

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, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.

 For more information about this walk, contact us at: vancouverventurers@gmail.com.

Thompson Community Centre
5151 Granville Avenue
Richmond, BC
Friday, February 21, 2025
Saturday, February 22, 2025(1 event)

Vancouver - Dunbar - Pacific Spirit Park


Saturday, February 22, 2025

 

A short walk through quiet residential streets before enjoying most of this walk in the quiet solitude of Pacific Spirit Park. If you enjoy walking forest trails, this walk is for you. It allows you to explore another corner of the Pacific Spirit Regional Park, a 2160-acre paradise that has over 70 km of trails.

*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***

Distance: 6/10K

Trail Rating: 2B

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.

Dunbar Community Centre (Parking Lot)
4747 Dunbar Street
Vancouver, BC V6S 2H2
Canada
Sunday, February 23, 2025(1 event)

North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Spirit Trail West - Mahon Park


Sunday, February 23, 2025

This walk will take you on forest trails in a few parks surrounded by creeks – Mahon Park, Mosquito Creek Park, Heywood Park and Lower MacKay Creek Park. Immerse yourself amongst the trees and the sound of water, in particular the roaring creeks on rainy days! Return via Spirit Trail along the scenic waterfront with spectacular views of the water and city across the Burrard Inlet and beautiful float houses. Enjoy this walk which has a mix of boardwalks, nature and urban trails. The 6k will only go to Mahon Park.

Distance: 6/10k

Trail Rating: 3B

If taking the Seabus, the Waterfront Park Dock with the gazebo is located 2 blocks west. of the Lonsdale Quay Seabus. If driving, the gazebo/dock/pier is at the back of Waterfront Park in the 200 block of West Esplanade.

*** 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 Park Dock
Waterfront Park Dock
49.3109125, -123.0858924
North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K2
Canada
Monday, February 24, 2025
Tuesday, February 25, 2025(1 event)

Delta - Ladner - Parks Walk


Tuesday, February 25, 2025

6k, 10k options available.  We will take a perimeter route that borders the scenic Fraser River Estuary. As you exit the park, proceed along Ferry Rd to the South Arm Marshes where a little bit of unexpected magic awaits you. This route also passes through Ernie Burnett Park & a rare gem of nature known only to locals so it has yet to be named. Truly, a “magical” 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

 

Ladner Harbour Park
4905 Mcneeleys Way
Ladner, BC
Canada
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Thursday, February 27, 2025(1 event)

Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Burrard Bridge/Granville Island


Thursday, February 27, 2025

 

Walk is along Kitsilano Beach to Vanier Park and cross Burrard Street Bridge. Follow the Seawall to David Lam Park, then take the water taxi to Stamps Landing. Then continue to Granville Island back to Kitsilano Beach. Enjoy spectacular views from the bridge, the Seawall and the water taxi. The 6k will not cross Burrard Bridge but will go to Granville Island.

BRING MONEY FOR THE WATER TAXI - Seniors-$2.25 each — under 65- $4.00 each

Distance: 6/10K

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.

The Boathouse
1305 Arbutus Street
Vancouver, BC V6J 5N2
Canada
Friday, February 28, 2025
Saturday, March 1, 2025(1 event)

Delta-Tsawwassen - Beach Grove Rambles


Saturday, March 1, 2025

 

This walk goes through the very old community of Beach Grove in Tsawwassen, South Delta. Beach Grove originated as a cottage community before the George Massey tunnel was built. In the 1930’s and 1940’s, it was considered a remote location – you had to take a ferry to get there! We will pass by some of the original cottages, as well as walk a scenic dyke, some mud flats and briefly visit Boundary Bay Regional Park.    The community has grown a lot since the “olden days” but provides a unique charm with lots of shady pathways on those hot summer days! We will also see the award-winning “Flandez House” (complete with rooftop piano) – an unexpected and stunning piece of modern architecture amid our “rambling” route!

Distance: 6k/10k

Trail Rating: 1B/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. "

South Delta Recreation Centre
1720 - 56 Street
Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2B1