WELCOME TO THE GREAT LAKE WALK
to be held on the third Saturday of September

The Great Lake Walk and Ultramarathon is a 56 km walk or run around beautiful Cowichan Lake on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. This walking/running event takes place on the third Saturday in September each year. The next walk is September 15th, 2012

We apologize for the delay in posting this years' results. They are now on the site. Just click on the 'Results' link to the left.

Chris Clarke from the Honeymoon Bay Lodge and Retreat hands a coupon for a $1,000 spa package to Duncan resident Hans Damman, on behalf of himself and his wife Rachael Martin, while surrounded by their children.

During this year’s Great Lake Walk event, everyone to cross the finish line after walking the full 56 kilometres was made eligible to win a $1,000 spa package at the Honeymoon Bay Lodge and Retreat.

The recipient of this prize was Duncan couple Hans Damman and Rachael Martin.

“It’s my annual day of pain,” Damman said, of his five or six years of participating in the event. “It’s a tradition and a challenge to do each year.

Great Lake Walk chair Joan Hieta said that plans are already underway for next year’s event.

Attention all Walkers!! Please take a few minutes to fill out our online survey. Click here to take The Walkers Survey

Ask others to join your team or support your favourite charity. You can also post tips to help others who are thinking of doing the walk but are a bit timid.

Michaela Davidson has painted a unique picture to help us celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Great Lake Walk

Visit her website to see what else she's been doing.

The Honeymoon Bay Lodge and Retreat will be onboard this year and they are offering a $1,000.00 Retreat Package to be awarded to one of the successful walkers crossing the finish line.

The contents of the package are as follows:
- 2 nights accommodation in Cedar Suite for two
- Choice of four 1 hour wellness services each (8 total)
- Dinner for two with a glass of wine each night,
- One Lunch
- Continental breakfast for two in Creekside Kitchen, both mornings
- Use of the saltwater hot tub, infra red sauna and fitness room.
- Gratuities and taxes included.
Check out their site for more...

If you cannot print from this format, please contact us We will be happy to mail the forms.

You can also register using PayPal on our Registration Page.

The folks from THE RUNNING ROOM will also take your registration.

Listen to Joan Hieta as she's being interviewed by CICV 98.7FM Radio of Lake Cowichan

Don't delay...you could be promoting The Great Lake Walk

Contact us through the Link on the Souvenirs Page

There's Lots of fun for all ! !

The team from Pearson College in Metchosin B.C. took the challenge again this year with 62 participants. You'll recognize them by their team shirts and broad grins...

Congratulations! to all who participated and a Big "Thank You" To All the Volunteers
Hope to see you all on September 15th, 2012

In 2006, with funds set aside for community projects, we commissioned a beautiful yellow cedar carving by Zak Stolk, a local artist.
Find out more.

Video Clips from the 2006 Great Lake Walk...more info...

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS GREAT WALKING EVENT

The Great Lake Walk is the premiere walking-ultramarathon event of the Cowichan Valley on beautiful Vancouver Island. Find out more.

SEE THE ROUTE
Walk or run from the community of Youbou on the north shore to Caycuse, Honeymoon Bay, Mesachie Lake on the south shore, finishing in the Town of Lake Cowichan. You will be greeted with warm welcomes along the way from the volunteers at the twelve rest stops. They supply food, drinks, porta-potties and more. More information.

FAMILY EVENT
Make the most of your visit to our friendly towns. Lots of fun activities are planned for you and your family including a pasta dinner and breakfast hosted by local organizations, bowling, skating, entertainment and more. The Walker Letter contains all the details.
HOW TO GET HERE
Follow the maps to the Cowichan Lake recreation area on Vancouver Island. The quiet scenic beauty of the majestic trees and mountains surrounding the lake will enthrall you. Get directions. WHO ARE OUR SPONSORS?
The Great Lake Walk Society would like to thank the sponsors who donate time and funds to make this event such a success each year. Please support our sponsors.
WALK/RUN FOR CHARITY
Great Lake Walk participants are encouraged to walk or run to raise funds for their charity of choice, although this is not mandatory. More than 300 charities and causes have benefited over the years.
Take a look. HOW TO VOLUNTEER
Hundreds of volunteers dressed in bright yellow t-shirts host the walkers/runners in the 56 km Great Lake Walk and Ultramarathon each year. Their generous support has helped make this event a great success. New volunteers are always appreciated. Join the team.

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