Walkers - mark your calendars for 'Shoreline Walks'

Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Boeing Creek Park
Photo by Lien Titus


2019 “Shoreline Walks” Community Walking Program starts in April.


Mark your calendars. Saturday, April 6 is the first walk as part of Shoreline Walks, a free community walking program to help Shoreline adults stay active, meet new people (or connect with old friends), and feel safer and more confident exploring our city by foot.

Walks explore neighborhoods, parks, and trails offering great insight into some of the best walking routes in our City.

Specifically designed for adults ages 50+, but open to all ages and abilities, each walk is led by a Volunteer Walk Leader and all walks are free to the public. No need to sign up, just show up at the meetup location and join the group on a walk. Friendly leashed dogs are welcome to join.

Shoreline Walks is part of the City’s Healthy City initiative and is one of many efforts we are making to support a healthy community.

More details and full schedule of Shoreline Walks here or contact Recreation Specialist Marianne Johnson at 206-801-2600.

WALK IN APRIL and MAY

OPENING WALK - Westminster Triangle Walk
Saturday, April 6, 2019 10:00am
Let’s kick of our 2019 Season of Shoreline Walks with a walk through the Westminster Triangle Neighborhood, St. Dunstans and Aurora Square.
Walk is approximately 3 miles / 2 hours
Walk Rating: Moderately Easy
Meet at: In front of Joann Fabrics, 15236 Aurora Ave N.
Walk Leader: Dan

Ridgecrest and Northcrest Parks Walk
Sunday, April 14, 2019, 9:00am
Join us for a springtime walk around the Ridgecrest Neighborhood and visit two of the areas less visible parks. Rain or shine we’ll meet at the Crest Theater – if it’s raining, bring your umbrella.
Walk is approximately 2 miles / 1 hour
Walk Rating: Moderate (some hills)
Meet at: Crest Theater, 16505 5th Ave NE, Shoreline
Walk Leader: Alice

Boeing Creek Interpretive Plant Walk
Thursday, April 25, 2019, 5:30pm
Join us on a hearty walk learning about the various plant species that grow throughout the wooded trails of Boeing Creek Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes, trails are uneven and rugged. Kids (with parents) and teens are encouraged to attend this walk. Parental waiver required for youth under 18. No bathroom available on this walk.
Walk is approximately 2 miles / 2 hours
Walk Rating: Difficult (uneven ground, slippery when wet)
Meet at: Boeing Creek Park Entrance on NW 175th St. (between 6th Ave and 3rd Ave NW) (park on road)
Walk Leader: Ginger

Echo Lake History and Church Walk
Saturday, May 4, 2019, 10:00am
Learn about the history of Echo Lake Neighborhood including the 7 churches around the neighborhood.
Walk is approximately 3 miles / 2.5 hours
Walk Rating: Moderate (some hills)
Meet at: Echo Lake Elementary School, 19345 Wallingford Ave N.
Walk Leader: Donna

Hamlin Park Trails Walk
Saturday, May 11, 2019, 9:00am
Take a morning stroll in the woods. Hamlin is one of the oldest parks in Shoreline and a wonderful place to take a forested trail walk without having to drive to the mountains. Rain or Shine.
Walk is approximately 1.75 miles / 1 hour
Walk Rating: Moderate (bumpy trails)
Meet at: Hamlin Park. Note: Meeting on eastside park entrance, in parking lot at 25th Ave NE and NE 160th St
Walk Leader: Alice

North City Loop Walk
Saturday, May 18, 2019, 10:00am
Explore old Serpentine Way and the North City Neighborhood. Meet in the parking strip in front of North City Elementary School.
Walk is approximately 3 miles / 2 hours
Walk Rating: Moderately (some steep hills)
Meet at: Parkwood Elementary School, 816 NE 190th St. (Parking along NE 190th St.)
Walk Leader: Dan

Full Walks list here

2019 Walk Leaders Wanted

We are seeking new volunteer walk leaders to join our Shoreline Walks team. Walks run from April - November. If you know of great walking routes around our city and would like to lead a group walk, please contact Marianne Johnson, Recreation Specialist, 206-801-2638.

Volunteer Information and Proposal Form



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