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Check these groups for walks (some may not be listed here)
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Walking-Oregon-and-SW-Washington/
https://www.meetup.com/Willamette-Valley-and-Mid-Coast-Walkers/
OCTOBER 16-19, 2025 Multi-Day Event Shady Cove, Oregon
(THURSDAY/FRIDAY/SATURDAY/SUNDAY)
SPONSOR: CRVC
LOCATION: Edgewater Inn Community Center
7800 Rogue River Drive
Shady Cove, OR
START TIME: Registration available ThursdaySunday 7:00am-9:00am - ONLY
FINISH TIME: Stamping available same time as the
start time is.
EVENTS: 6 featured walks and 11 nearby YRE’s.
AWARD: No awards. IVV Credit walkers pay $4.00 to participate. Suggested Donations for Guest (Non IVV Credit) is $4.00 to help with the cost of this event and walks.
PRE-REGISTRATION - NONE
MISCELLANEOUS: Carry water, pets allowed on some walks. Dress appropriately for the season and weather conditions.
CHALLENGES: Will be posted at the Community Center.
MORE INFO:
Ed Hainline, CRVC, 360-921-1909
Pat Jewett, CRVC, 503-453-6018
DIRECTIONS: Google/Apple Map location: Edgewater
Inn, 7800 Rogue River Drive, Shady Cove, Oregon.
From Oregon I-5 South - Take exit # 43 towards Gold
Hill and Crater Lake. In Gold Hill take Oregon Hwy 234
to Oregon Hwy 62. Left on Oregon Hwy 62 to Shady
Cove. After crossing the bridge turn Left to go to the
Edgewater Inn.
From Oregon I-5 North – Take exit #40 towards Gold
Hill. Left of Oregon Hwy 99. Left onto Second Ave and
turn Right on to Oregon 234. Continue as above.
SHADY COVE TOWN WALK
SANCTION #: 129362
DISTANCE: 11 km (6.8 mi) 5 km (3.1 mi)
6 km (3.7 mi)
REGISTER AND WALK FROM WALK START
TRAIL: (1B) Walk on paved & gravel streets and on the
fairly new sidewalks in town. The 5K goes North and the
6K goes South.
BLUE GROTTO
SANCTION #: 129422
DISTANCE: 10 km (6.2 mi)
6 km (3.1 mi)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to walk start
TRAIL: (2B) Walk on the Rogue River trail from the Lewis
River Trailhead for both routes.
For the 6k route, walk to the new bridge and turnaround to
return to the start. For the 10k route, cross the bridge and
continue to the Blue Grotto Falls. (Look for signage to
direct you to the falls).
CASEY COUNTY PARK (formerly a State Park)
SANCTION #: 129420
DISTANCE: 10km (6.2 mi)
5km (3.1 mi)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to the walk start
TRAIL: (1B) Walk along the raging Rogue River to a
county operated fish hatchery and up to the William L.
Jess Dam impounding Lost Creek Lake and return.
LOWER TABLE ROCK
SANCTION # 129426
DISTANCE: 10km (6.2 mi)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to the walk start
TRAIL: (3B): Begin with a roughly mile and a half climb
to the top of this volcanic plateau and look down into
Medford and the surrounding area including Mount
McLoughlin.
There is an elevation gain of 820 feet. This is an out
and back walk.
PROSPECT TRAILS
SANCTION #: 129424
DISTANCE: 5km (3.1km)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to the walk start/
TRAIL: (2b) This is a “Progressive Walk”. Park in the
parking lot by the Prospect Historic Hotel or where
legal parking is available. Walk to Pearsony Falls and
return to your vehicle. Drive approximately 1 mile to
the second parking lot. Here you will walk to a ”Y”
with the choice to see the Giant Boulders or the Mill
Creek & Barr Creek Falls or b
DAM / RUMLEY CREEK
SANCTION: 129423
DISTANCE: 10 km (6.2 mi)
5 km (3.1 mi)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to walk start
TRAIL: (1B 5K / 2C 10K)
Walk across the dam from the parking lot into
the forested area and return back across the
dam to the parking lot. Notice how large
Lost Creek Lake is.
There are additional walks/hikes available in the area.
(11 YRE’s). Some other former walks/hikes are available
which you can also do.
Info about rooms: https://www.otsva.org/uploads/1/4/2/1/142122152/5.shady_cove_oregon__rooms.pdf
Restaurant list: https://www.otsva.org/uploads/1/4/2/1/142122152/4._shady_cove_oregon_-eats.pdf
OCT 22 @ 9:40 to 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
TUALATIN, OR
Legacy Meridian Park Hospital, 19300 SW 65th Ave.
Browns Ferry Park Group Walk - YRE 798
Loop 1 walks on greenway trail along the Tualatin River in Brown’s Ferry Park and in nice neighborhoods. Loop 2 Goes through Atfalati Park and on greenway trail and into nice neighborhoods. 5 and 10 km rated 2B (Moderate)
Sat, Oct 25th, 2025 Yachats, Oregon
Halloween walk
Albany Fitwalkers
A favorite coast town with walks along some board walks and along the edge of the ocean.
SANCTION #: SN: 129440
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: Walk
TIMES: Start table open: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
DISTANCE: 5, 10km, Rating: 1A
CONTACT: Donald Eugene Reed
donre...@yahoo.com
(541) 974-5780
COUNTY: Lincoln County
SPECIAL PR: Centurion Achievement Challenge
IVV-Americas
Par-For-The-Course
Town Halls / City Halls
Walking the United States - States
Walking the USA, A - Z
Restrooms: Yes Pets: Yes
Strollers: Hard Wheelchairs: No
AWARD: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Important event information
Directions to the start table
344 4th Street Yachats OR. From highway 101 go West (toward the ocean) a short way to the
Lions Club parking areas front or back or park along the city street. Registration will be inside the
Lions Club.
Comments
Come join us for a Halloween treat with lots of goodies and refreshments to enjoy.OTSVA
Meeting will be held here as well on this day
Tue, Oct 28th, 2025 Albany, Oregon
"Two Rivers"
Albany Fitwalkers
A great walk in two Historic districts of Albany. going by the oldest commercial building remaining in
Albany. with walk along the Calapooia and Willamette Rivers.
SANCTION #: SN: 129310
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: GUIDED Walk
TIMES: Start table open: 9:45 - 10:00 am
DISTANCE: 5, 10km, Rating: 1A
CONTACT: Donald Eugene Reed
donre...@yahoo.com
(541) 974-5780
COUNTY: Linn County
SPECIAL PR: Centurion Achievement Challenge
Grain Elevators: Monarchs of the Plains
IVV-Americas
Par-For-The-Course
Step to the Beat
Town Halls / City Halls
Walking the United States - States
Walking the USA, A - Z
Walking with America's Veterans
Walking With the Wild Things
Restrooms: Yes Pets: Yes
Strollers: Hard Wheelchairs: Hard
Award: IVV credit only
Directions to the start table
250 Broadalbin St. SW Albany OR. From Lyon or Ellsworth Streets, take 1st Avenue West to
Ferry Street. Left on Ferry 1 1/2 blocks to parking at Two Rivers Market.
OCT 29 @ 9:40 to 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
PORTLAND, OR
Starbucks, 3507 NE 15th Ave. Please use street parking
Historic Irvington Walk – YRE 1693
The walk will go into the nice Grant, Fremont and Irvington residential areas and into the Lloyd Center. The last two years there were a lot of residences that were decorated for Halloween and fall.
- 5km and 10 km rated 1A (easy)
Thu, Oct 30th, 2025 Dundee, Oregon
Popular Wine Country Town
Willamette Wanderers
Enjoy the hills of Dundee, a small town known for its many wineries and restaurants. Lovely houses
on hills seen on the 5k/10k route while the new 6k focuses on downtown & nearby residences.
SANCTION #: SN: 129602
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: GUIDED Walk
TIMES: Start table open: 10 AM; register: 9:45-10 AM
DISTANCE: 5, 6(1A), 10km, Rating: 2A
CONTACT: Betty Budzik
bgbu...@gmail.com
(503) 437-5508
COUNTY: Yamhill County
SPECIAL PR: Centurion Achievement Challenge
IVV-Americas
Town Halls / City Halls
Walking the United States - States
Walking the USA, A - Z
Walking With the Wild Things
Restrooms: Yes Pets: Yes
Strollers: Hard Wheelchairs: No
AWARD: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Important event information
A repeat of last year's revised routes. The 5k/10k have one hill l but rated 2A. The 6k is a 1A and
goes through downtown and flatter residential areas. The 5k/10k provide spectacular and colorful
fall views of the Valley & vineyards.
Directions to the start table
Billick Park Pavilion, 320 SW 5th St, Dundee. From Portland: 99W south to Dundee, right on SW
5th; from Salem: 99W north to Dundee, left on SW 5th
Comments
Dundee is renowned for its many wineries & restaurants. OTSVA: Gargoyle/Gnome, Hotels, Plam
Trees, Parks, Playground Structures, Salons/Spas Skate Parks, Tombstones X-Ray, Zones,
Peace Poles
Hillsboro, Oregon
#OPTOUTSIDE Rood Bridge Park
Cedar Milers
Copyright 2025, Cedar Milers Printed Sep 17th, 2025
SANCTION #: SN: 130589
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: GUIDED Walk
STATUS: Future event
DATES: Fri, Nov 28th, 2025 for one day
TIMES: Start table open: Registration: 9:30-10am; Walk starts 10am
DISTANCE: 5, 10km, Rating: 1B
CONTACT: Dan Webster
cedarmilers...@gmail.com
(503) 591-5893
COUNTY: Washington County
SPECIAL PR: Centurion Achievement Challenge
IVV-Americas
Par-For-The-Course
Walking the United States - States
Walking the USA, A - Z
Restrooms: No Pets: No
Strollers: No Wheelchairs: No
AWARD: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Important event information
Let's get outside and walk off some of that feasting. There are two 5k loops. The first is within
the park with optional routing in case of high water. The second goes out into the SE
neighborhood near the edge of rural Washington Count.
Required Participation Fee of $4
Start phrase: Rood Bridge Park
Directions to the start table
4000 SE Rood Bridge Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97123From Westbound Hwy 26, take exit 62A for
Cornelius Pass Rd (South)Continue to SW Tualatin Valley Hwy. (OR-8 W) and turn RIGHT.From
SW Tualatin Valley Hwy (OR-8 W), LEFT on SE Brookwood Ave.RIGHT at first cross street of SE
Witch Hazel Rd. RIGHT on SE River Rd.LEFT on SE Rood Bridge Rd. Turn LEFT to stay on SE
Rood Bridge Rd.Just after Crosswalk is Entrance.LEFT into Park and follow round-about to
second exit.Continue back to the second round-about and the Start Location.
Comments
Park route has mixture of asphalt, bark chip, and dirt paths. Wear weather appropriate footwear.
WOC: High School, Nature, Nursery, Nuts, Orchards, Trails
Wed, Dec 31st, 2025 Vancouver, Washington
New Years Eve Walk
Vancouver USA Volkssporters
This walk will have 3 different 5 km loops and 1- 6 km loop through nice neighborhoods and
community parks.
SANCTION #: SN: 129428
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: Walk
TIMES: Start table open: 9:30 am to noon for 10/15 km, 9:30 am to 1pm for 5km, 9am to
11am for 21 km
DISTANCE: 5, 10, 15(1B), 21(1B)km, Rating: 1A
CONTACT: Dick Baker
dic...@q.com
(360) 991-8806
COUNTY: Clark County
SPECIAL PR: No special programs
Restrooms: Yes Pets: Yes
Strollers: Medium Wheelchairs: No
AWARD: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Important event information
The walk will have three different five (5) km loops and one (6) km loop with all returning to the
start/finish/ checkpoint area. The SE loop (1A) will mainly be in Pacific Community Park on paved
or gravel trails. The NW loop (1B) goes mainly thru nice neighborhoods and one small wooded
park with dirt trail. The SW loop (1A) is mainly through neighborhoods with expensive homes on
quiet streets and sidewalks. The NE loop (1A) is 6 km and goes into very nice neighborhood and
on paved trails in wooded areas.. Door prizes of sparkling soda and champagne randomly
awarded
Directions to the start table
McMenamins East Vancouver, 1900 NE 162nd Ave., B-107 I-205 take exit #27
(Camas/SR14)East to exit #8 (SE 164th Ave.) LEFT on 164th Ave continue as it turns into 162nd
Ave. for a total of 3 miles to NE 18th St. Left on 18th St. then immediately right into shopping
center. McMenamins is located on the far NE corner of the shopping center.
===========================================================
Albany Fitwalkers: donre...@yahoo.com 541-974-5780
Willamette Wanderers Thursday group walks - contact pjwest...@comcast.net
TO GET YEAR-ROUND WALK INSTRUCTIONS and MAPS
For Walks in Clark County, WA, please contact the point of contact for the individual YRE (Year Round Event) walk by email for Vancouver USA Volkssporters. If you do not know who
the Point of Contact is, please feel free to contact Dick Baker or Ed Hainline at the below email addresses.
You can find information for any event, any state at the AVA.org site
https://my.ava.org/find-an-event.php
For Walks in Oregon sponsored by CRVC contact Ed Hainline by email at
opahai...@gmail.com
For Walks in Oregon sponsored by Rose City Roamers contact Dick Baker by
email at dic...@q.com
For Walks in Oregon sponsored by Willamette Wanderers of Salem, contact
Julia Westerberg by e-mail at pjwest...@comcast.net
The maps and instructions will be sent to you via email.
https://my.ava.org/regional-te-list.php?time=year&rsel=NW
Check these groups for walks (some may not be listed here)
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Walking-Oregon-and-SW-Washington/
https://www.meetup.com/Willamette-Valley-and-Mid-Coast-Walkers/
OCTOBER 16-19, 2025 Multi-Day Event Shady Cove, Oregon
(THURSDAY/FRIDAY/SATURDAY/SUNDAY)
SPONSOR: CRVC
LOCATION: Edgewater Inn Community Center
7800 Rogue River Drive
Shady Cove, OR
START TIME: Registration available ThursdaySunday 7:00am-9:00am - ONLY
FINISH TIME: Stamping available same time as the
start time is.
EVENTS: 6 featured walks and 11 nearby YRE’s.
AWARD: No awards. IVV Credit walkers pay $4.00 to participate. Suggested Donations for Guest (Non IVV Credit) is $4.00 to help with the cost of this event and walks.
PRE-REGISTRATION - NONE
MISCELLANEOUS: Carry water, pets allowed on some walks. Dress appropriately for the season and weather conditions.
CHALLENGES: Will be posted at the Community Center.
MORE INFO:
Ed Hainline, CRVC, 360-921-1909
Pat Jewett, CRVC, 503-453-6018
DIRECTIONS: Google/Apple Map location: Edgewater
Inn, 7800 Rogue River Drive, Shady Cove, Oregon.
From Oregon I-5 South - Take exit # 43 towards Gold
Hill and Crater Lake. In Gold Hill take Oregon Hwy 234
to Oregon Hwy 62. Left on Oregon Hwy 62 to Shady
Cove. After crossing the bridge turn Left to go to the
Edgewater Inn.
From Oregon I-5 North – Take exit #40 towards Gold
Hill. Left of Oregon Hwy 99. Left onto Second Ave and
turn Right on to Oregon 234. Continue as above.
SHADY COVE TOWN WALK
SANCTION #: 129362
DISTANCE: 11 km (6.8 mi) 5 km (3.1 mi)
6 km (3.7 mi)
REGISTER AND WALK FROM WALK START
TRAIL: (1B) Walk on paved & gravel streets and on the
fairly new sidewalks in town. The 5K goes North and the
6K goes South.
BLUE GROTTO
SANCTION #: 129422
DISTANCE: 10 km (6.2 mi)
6 km (3.1 mi)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to walk start
TRAIL: (2B) Walk on the Rogue River trail from the Lewis
River Trailhead for both routes.
For the 6k route, walk to the new bridge and turnaround to
return to the start. For the 10k route, cross the bridge and
continue to the Blue Grotto Falls. (Look for signage to
direct you to the falls).
CASEY COUNTY PARK (formerly a State Park)
SANCTION #: 129420
DISTANCE: 10km (6.2 mi)
5km (3.1 mi)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to the walk start
TRAIL: (1B) Walk along the raging Rogue River to a
county operated fish hatchery and up to the William L.
Jess Dam impounding Lost Creek Lake and return.
LOWER TABLE ROCK
SANCTION # 129426
DISTANCE: 10km (6.2 mi)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to the walk start
TRAIL: (3B): Begin with a roughly mile and a half climb
to the top of this volcanic plateau and look down into
Medford and the surrounding area including Mount
McLoughlin.
There is an elevation gain of 820 feet. This is an out
and back walk.
PROSPECT TRAILS
SANCTION #: 129424
DISTANCE: 5km (3.1km)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to the walk start/
TRAIL: (2b) This is a “Progressive Walk”. Park in the
parking lot by the Prospect Historic Hotel or where
legal parking is available. Walk to Pearsony Falls and
return to your vehicle. Drive approximately 1 mile to
the second parking lot. Here you will walk to a ”Y”
with the choice to see the Giant Boulders or the Mill
Creek & Barr Creek Falls or b
DAM / RUMLEY CREEK
SANCTION: 129423
DISTANCE: 10 km (6.2 mi)
5 km (3.1 mi)
REGISTER AND DRIVE to walk start
TRAIL: (1B 5K / 2C 10K)
Walk across the dam from the parking lot into
the forested area and return back across the
dam to the parking lot. Notice how large
Lost Creek Lake is.
There are additional walks/hikes available in the area.
(11 YRE’s). Some other former walks/hikes are available
which you can also do.
Info about rooms: https://www.otsva.org/uploads/1/4/2/1/142122152/5.shady_cove_oregon__rooms.pdf
Restaurant list: https://www.otsva.org/uploads/1/4/2/1/142122152/4._shady_cove_oregon_-eats.pdf
OCT 22 @ 9:40 to 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
TUALATIN, OR
Legacy Meridian Park Hospital, 19300 SW 65th Ave.
Browns Ferry Park Group Walk - YRE 798
Loop 1 walks on greenway trail along the Tualatin River in Brown’s Ferry Park and in nice neighborhoods. Loop 2 Goes through Atfalati Park and on greenway trail and into nice neighborhoods. 5 and 10 km rated 2B (Moderate)
Sat, Oct 25th, 2025 Yachats, Oregon
Halloween walk
Albany Fitwalkers
A favorite coast town with walks along some board walks and along the edge of the ocean.
SANCTION #: SN: 129440
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: Walk
TIMES: Start table open: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
DISTANCE: 5, 10km, Rating: 1A
CONTACT: Donald Eugene Reed
donre...@yahoo.com
(541) 974-5780
COUNTY: Lincoln County
SPECIAL PR: Centurion Achievement Challenge
IVV-Americas
Par-For-The-Course
Town Halls / City Halls
Walking the United States - States
Walking the USA, A - Z
Restrooms: Yes Pets: Yes
Strollers: Hard Wheelchairs: No
AWARD: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Important event information
Directions to the start table
344 4th Street Yachats OR. From highway 101 go West (toward the ocean) a short way to the
Lions Club parking areas front or back or park along the city street. Registration will be inside the
Lions Club.
Comments
Come join us for a Halloween treat with lots of goodies and refreshments to enjoy.OTSVA
Meeting will be held here as well on this day
Tue, Oct 28th, 2025 Albany, Oregon
"Two Rivers"
Albany Fitwalkers
A great walk in two Historic districts of Albany. going by the oldest commercial building remaining in
Albany. with walk along the Calapooia and Willamette Rivers.
SANCTION #: SN: 129310
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: GUIDED Walk
TIMES: Start table open: 9:45 - 10:00 am
DISTANCE: 5, 10km, Rating: 1A
CONTACT: Donald Eugene Reed
donre...@yahoo.com
(541) 974-5780
COUNTY: Linn County
SPECIAL PR: Centurion Achievement Challenge
Grain Elevators: Monarchs of the Plains
IVV-Americas
Par-For-The-Course
Step to the Beat
Town Halls / City Halls
Walking the United States - States
Walking the USA, A - Z
Walking with America's Veterans
Walking With the Wild Things
Restrooms: Yes Pets: Yes
Strollers: Hard Wheelchairs: Hard
Award: IVV credit only
Directions to the start table
250 Broadalbin St. SW Albany OR. From Lyon or Ellsworth Streets, take 1st Avenue West to
Ferry Street. Left on Ferry 1 1/2 blocks to parking at Two Rivers Market.
OCT 29 @ 9:40 to 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
PORTLAND, OR
Starbucks, 3507 NE 15th Ave. Please use street parking
Historic Irvington Walk – YRE 1693
The walk will go into the nice Grant, Fremont and Irvington residential areas and into the Lloyd Center. The last two years there were a lot of residences that were decorated for Halloween and fall.
- 5km and 10 km rated 1A (easy)
Thu, Oct 30th, 2025 Dundee, Oregon
Popular Wine Country Town
Willamette Wanderers
Enjoy the hills of Dundee, a small town known for its many wineries and restaurants. Lovely houses
on hills seen on the 5k/10k route while the new 6k focuses on downtown & nearby residences.
SANCTION #: SN: 129602
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: GUIDED Walk
TIMES: Start table open: 10 AM; register: 9:45-10 AM
DISTANCE: 5, 6(1A), 10km, Rating: 2A
CONTACT: Betty Budzik
bgbu...@gmail.com
(503) 437-5508
COUNTY: Yamhill County
SPECIAL PR: Centurion Achievement Challenge
IVV-Americas
Town Halls / City Halls
Walking the United States - States
Walking the USA, A - Z
Walking With the Wild Things
Restrooms: Yes Pets: Yes
Strollers: Hard Wheelchairs: No
AWARD: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Important event information
A repeat of last year's revised routes. The 5k/10k have one hill l but rated 2A. The 6k is a 1A and
goes through downtown and flatter residential areas. The 5k/10k provide spectacular and colorful
fall views of the Valley & vineyards.
Directions to the start table
Billick Park Pavilion, 320 SW 5th St, Dundee. From Portland: 99W south to Dundee, right on SW
5th; from Salem: 99W north to Dundee, left on SW 5th
Comments
Dundee is renowned for its many wineries & restaurants. OTSVA: Gargoyle/Gnome, Hotels, Plam
Trees, Parks, Playground Structures, Salons/Spas Skate Parks, Tombstones X-Ray, Zones,
Peace Poles
Hillsboro, Oregon
#OPTOUTSIDE Rood Bridge Park
Cedar Milers
Copyright 2025, Cedar Milers Printed Sep 17th, 2025
SANCTION #: SN: 130589
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: GUIDED Walk
STATUS: Future event
DATES: Fri, Nov 28th, 2025 for one day
TIMES: Start table open: Registration: 9:30-10am; Walk starts 10am
DISTANCE: 5, 10km, Rating: 1B
CONTACT: Dan Webster
cedarmilers...@gmail.com
(503) 591-5893
COUNTY: Washington County
SPECIAL PR: Centurion Achievement Challenge
IVV-Americas
Par-For-The-Course
Walking the United States - States
Walking the USA, A - Z
Restrooms: No Pets: No
Strollers: No Wheelchairs: No
AWARD: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Important event information
Let's get outside and walk off some of that feasting. There are two 5k loops. The first is within
the park with optional routing in case of high water. The second goes out into the SE
neighborhood near the edge of rural Washington Count.
Required Participation Fee of $4
Start phrase: Rood Bridge Park
Directions to the start table
4000 SE Rood Bridge Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97123From Westbound Hwy 26, take exit 62A for
Cornelius Pass Rd (South)Continue to SW Tualatin Valley Hwy. (OR-8 W) and turn RIGHT.From
SW Tualatin Valley Hwy (OR-8 W), LEFT on SE Brookwood Ave.RIGHT at first cross street of SE
Witch Hazel Rd. RIGHT on SE River Rd.LEFT on SE Rood Bridge Rd. Turn LEFT to stay on SE
Rood Bridge Rd.Just after Crosswalk is Entrance.LEFT into Park and follow round-about to
second exit.Continue back to the second round-about and the Start Location.
Comments
Park route has mixture of asphalt, bark chip, and dirt paths. Wear weather appropriate footwear.
WOC: High School, Nature, Nursery, Nuts, Orchards, Trails
Wed, Dec 31st, 2025 Vancouver, Washington
New Years Eve Walk
Vancouver USA Volkssporters
This walk will have 3 different 5 km loops and 1- 6 km loop through nice neighborhoods and
community parks.
SANCTION #: SN: 129428
EVENT TYPE: Traditional Event: Walk
TIMES: Start table open: 9:30 am to noon for 10/15 km, 9:30 am to 1pm for 5km, 9am to
11am for 21 km
DISTANCE: 5, 10, 15(1B), 21(1B)km, Rating: 1A
CONTACT: Dick Baker
dic...@q.com
(360) 991-8806
COUNTY: Clark County
SPECIAL PR: No special programs
Restrooms: Yes Pets: Yes
Strollers: Medium Wheelchairs: No
AWARD: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Important event information
The walk will have three different five (5) km loops and one (6) km loop with all returning to the
start/finish/ checkpoint area. The SE loop (1A) will mainly be in Pacific Community Park on paved
or gravel trails. The NW loop (1B) goes mainly thru nice neighborhoods and one small wooded
park with dirt trail. The SW loop (1A) is mainly through neighborhoods with expensive homes on
quiet streets and sidewalks. The NE loop (1A) is 6 km and goes into very nice neighborhood and
on paved trails in wooded areas.. Door prizes of sparkling soda and champagne randomly
awarded
Directions to the start table
McMenamins East Vancouver, 1900 NE 162nd Ave., B-107 I-205 take exit #27
(Camas/SR14)East to exit #8 (SE 164th Ave.) LEFT on 164th Ave continue as it turns into 162nd
Ave. for a total of 3 miles to NE 18th St. Left on 18th St. then immediately right into shopping
center. McMenamins is located on the far NE corner of the shopping center.
===========================================================
Albany Fitwalkers: donre...@yahoo.com 541-974-5780
Willamette Wanderers Thursday group walks - contact pjwest...@comcast.net
TO GET YEAR-ROUND WALK INSTRUCTIONS and MAPS
For Walks in Clark County, WA, please contact the point of contact for the individual YRE (Year Round Event) walk by email for Vancouver USA Volkssporters. If you do not know who
the Point of Contact is, please feel free to contact Dick Baker or Ed Hainline at the below email addresses.
You can find information for any event, any state at the AVA.org site
https://my.ava.org/find-an-event.php
For Walks in Oregon sponsored by CRVC contact Ed Hainline by email at
opahai...@gmail.com
For Walks in Oregon sponsored by Rose City Roamers contact Dick Baker by
email at dic...@q.com
For Walks in Oregon sponsored by Willamette Wanderers of Salem, contact
Julia Westerberg by e-mail at pjwest...@comcast.net
The maps and instructions will be sent to you via email.
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