 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 18th, 2010
A WARNING FROM ST. JOHN'S AMBULANCE
DO NOT PUT DUCT TAPE ON YOUR FEET. Check out the Training Link to learn what has worked for some of the walkers.
HOW TO REGISTER
Registration for this year is now closed. If you would like to participate in this years' walk
please contact us at: 250-749-6742
or send an email using the Contact Us link
Notice to All Cowichan Lake Artists
Request for proposals for the 2011, 2012 and 2013 prizes for the Great Lake Walk
Criteria:
A piece of art that depicts the area, mountains, lake or local animals for each year.
Require up to 500 reproductions to distribute to participants on the day of the walk each year.
Larger pieces for 9 event winners and 12 or more sponsors. One is also used as a perpetual trophy.
A 3-year contract will be entered into with the successful candidate as of January 15th, 2011.
You may submit your choices with an outline of costs for the final delivery of product to the Cowichan Lake Sports Arena by November 30th, 2010.
Any questions, please call 250-749-6742 or 250-749-3707
The next Great Lake Walk and Ultramarathon is on September 18th, 2010
www.greatlakewalk.com
"Experience the Walk, Walk the Experience"
2009 winners, as in other years are the numerous charities. To date, $628,546.00 has been raised. Contact one of the walkers to contribute to their charity.
Last year's official photographer, Nicole Bell of Wedding Crashers Photography, has the DVD's ready. Please get in touch with her directly.
You can contact her by email at: weddingcrashers@live.ca
The phone number is 250-745-0003,
And the mailing address is: 10659 Youbou Road, Youbou BC V0R 3E1.
Nicole will be our Official Photographer for 2010. Smile when you see her at the finish line.
Take a look at the unofficial photos from this years event, taken by the walkers and Rest Stop Crews
Last year's OFFICIAL RESULTS are posted in the Results Link
2009 winner was Rob Fontaine of Campbell River coming in in just 4:40:16
Congratulations Rob
Close behind Rob at 4:47:55 was Jeff Hunt of Victoria.
Then we had Allan Crawshaw of Sidney in at 4:54:02.
At the finish line was our Roving Reporter from CICV Radio 98.7FM interviewing the participants
as they crossed the finish line.
To keep up to date with what's going on around our town tune into CICV Radio 98.7FM
The Official Award Winners are posted.
Here's what the Walkers had to say this year
CHAIRPERSONS' MESSAGE
Listen to Joan Hieta as she's being interviewed by CICV 98.7FM Radio of Lake Cowichan
Don't delay...you could be too late to get your Licence Plate Frame promoting The Great Lake Walk
Just $3.00 each or $5.00 a pair
Contact us through the
Link on the Souvenirs Page
There's Lots of fun for all ! !
The team from Pearson College in Victoria took the challenge again this year 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 18th, this year
 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.
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 200 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.
Enjoy our Website! If you have any questions or comments, please contact us.
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