New Year's Eve Alki 10k / 5k Volkssport Walk Event (Not a group walk)

Emerald City Wanderers invite you to West Seattle for New Years Eve.
After your walk warm up back at the start point for Soup and Refreshments and social time with fellow Volkssporters!

Stroll on Alki – New Year’s Eve 5K RATED 1A. 10K RATED 2A.
Join us for our traditional New Year’s Eve event, which includes an evening stroll along Alki Beach for great views of the city lights of downtown Seattle, as well as a walk through the neighborhoods to enjoy the Christmas lights in West Seattle. Route goes past Luna Park, along Harbor Ave, and returns to the start point via California Ave.

Date:
Saturday, December 31, 2024
Register 3:30 pm – 7:00 pm, Finish by 10:00pm

All walkers must register before starting the walk. IVV Credit $4.00. Donations are requested to support wonderful walking events like this! This club must pay AVA $2 for each walker.

Route:
New Year’s Eve:
5K route rated 1A, and 10K route rated 2A

Start Location:
St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church
3500 California Ave. SW
Seattle, WA 98116
GPS coordinates: 47.582245, -122.386505
See driving directions below.

Driving Directions:
From I-5, take exit 163 (northbound) or 163A (southbound), and cross West Seattle bridge. Exit at Admiral Way. Go up Admiral Way a little over a mile to California Ave SW, a major intersection. Turn left and go 0.3 miles to West Seattle High School parking lot, adjacent to St. John’s Church.
Comments:
Restrooms at the start / finish. Strollers will have difficulty due to some stairs and hills. Not suitable for wheelchairs. Pets are permitted but not in buildings. Owners are responsible for leash and cleanup laws.
Challenges:
AVA: Amazing Labyrinths, Par for the Course
ESVA: On the Road Again – Holiday, or New to Me.