1. Saturday, September 11^th, 2010

Valley Wide Hike- Penticton Adra Tunnel Trek

Hike Details: 5 hours, Easy Rating

Location: Penticton Recreation Centre, 325 Power Street

Time: 8:30am

OR

2. Saturday, September 11^th, 2010

Valley Wide Hike- West Kelowna- Kalamoir Regional Park

Hike Details: 1.5 hours, Moderate Rating

Location: Kalamoir Regional Park, Sunnyside Road

Time: 10:00am

3. Sunday, September 12^th, 2010

Event: Beach Yoga & Walk

Time: 8:00am – 10:30am +

Event Details: 30 minute pre-walk Yoga warm-up at Rotary Beach.  Walk along the beach pathway and a portion of Centennial Trail.   One-hour Yoga class after walk at Rotary Beach.

Meeting Location: Rotary Beach

Fee: $5 for Summerland Steps Out, $10 for non-members

Picnic to follow afterwards- bring a healthy snack!

*Remember to bring water, a mat or towel to lie on.

*Must register at least one week in advance

4. Saturday, September 18^th, 2010

Event: Free Pole Walking Clinic

Time: 11am – 12 noon

Location: Summerland Aquatic Centre

*Walking Poles Provided

5. Sunday, September 19^th, 2010 Valley Wide Hike

Valley Wide Hike: Lake Country- Spion Kop

Hike Details: 3-4 hours, Moderate to Difficult Rating

Location: Tim Hortons in Lake Country, Lakewood Mall

Time: 10:00am

6. Sunday, September 26^th, 2010 Valley Wide Hike

Hike: Summerland- Lakeshore Loop

Hike Details: Lakeshore Loop, 2 hrs, Moderate Rating

Meeting Location: Peach Orchard Beach Spirit Square, Gazebo

Time: 9am – 11am

Fee: FREE for Summerland Steps Out, $5 for non-members

7. Saturday, October 2^nd, 2010

Hike: KVR- Trans Canada Trail Hike

Meeting Location: KVR Station, 2 hours, Easy Rating
Time: 1:00 – 3:00pm

Fee: FREE for Summerland Steps Out, $5 for non-members

8. Saturday, October 16^th, 2010 Valley Wide Hike

Valley Wide Hike: Vernon- Cougar Canyon

Hike Details: 2-3 hours, Moderate Rating

Location: Tim Hortons on Hwy 6 across from Polson Park

Time: 10:00am

OR

9. Saturday, October 16^th, 2010 Valley Wide Hike

Valley Wide Hike: Osoyoos- Long Joe Ridge

Hike Details: 4 hours, Moderate Rating

Location: Sonora Community Centre, 8505 68^th Ave. Osoyoos

Time: 10:00am

   10. Saturday, October 16^th, 2010

Event: Free Pole Walking Clinic

Location: Summerland Aquatic Centre

Time: 11 am – 12 noon

*Walking Poles Provided

11. Saturday, November 6^th, 2010

Event: FREE Pole Walking Clinic

Location: Summerland Aquatic Centre

Time: 11 am – 12 noon

* Walking Poles Provided

12. Saturday, November 27^th, 2010

Event: Festive Night Light Up Walk

Meeting Location: Summerland Aquatic Centre

Time: 6:00pm- 7:00pm

Fee: FREE for Summerland Steps Out, $5 for non-members

Hiking the Okanagan Valley with STEPS OUT

The Steps Out program is now province wide, but the Okanagan Valley has always worked together and has taken it one STEP further by offering a guided hike in each community. Take advantage of this great opportunity to meet new people, discover hidden secrets of each community and expand your list of hikes to conquer.

All hikes listed below are also on the Lake Country Outdoors Club website www.lakecountryoutdoorsclub.com where you will find more details and photos for each hike. Hikes will be guided by a local person from each host community.

Register early as spaces are limited at www.lakecountryoutdoorsclub.com

Community	Hike Name	Hike Description	Hike Time	Rating	Date & Time	Meet Location
Penticton	Adra Tunnel Trek	A glimpse backwards some 90 years taking you on a  railway grade hike to KVR Tunnels, exhaust chimney, rock ovens, and remains of a water tower base and foundations of Mrs. Martin’s home and garden.	5 Hrs	Easy	Saturday Sept 11 8:30 am	Penticton Recreation Centre 325 Power Street
West Kelowna	Kalamoir Regional Park	Enjoy the beautiful views of Ok Lake while you hike through Kalamoir Regional Park. Includes flat hike & moderate hills.	1.5 Hrs	Moderate	Saturday Sept 11 10:00 am	Kalamoir Regional Park Sunnyside Road
Lake Country	Spion Kop	Hike to a breathtaking 360 degree view from Kelowna to Vernon from the heart of Lake Country, Spion Kop.	3-4 Hrs	Moderate  to Difficult	Sunday Sept 19 10:00 am	Tim Hortons in Lake Country Lakewood Mall
Summerland	Lakeshore Loop	Take in the autumn colours and views of Okanagan Lake on this scenic walk that follows country roads from Peach Orchard Beach along to historic “Storehouse Point” From this point the trail heads west up onto a bench, through orchards and vineyards and eventually winds back down to the waterfront.	2 Hrs	Moderate	Sunday Sept 26 9:00 am	Peach Orchard Beach Spirit Square (Gazebo) in Summerland
Vernon	Cougar Canyon	A beautiful hidden valley located on the south side of Vernon overlooking Kalamalka lake. Bring your camera for great views & watch rock climbers scaling the cliffs below!	2-3 Hrs	Moderate	Saturday Oct 16 10:00 am	Tim Hortons on Hwy 6 across from Polson Park
Osoyoos	Long Joe Ridge	Explore the east side of Osoyoos on Anarchist Mountain. Taking you through pine forest behind Spirit Ridge & the Osoyoos Indian Band land with spectacular views of Osyoos Lake  and the valley	4 Hrs	Moderate	Saturday Oct 16 10:00 am	Sonora Community Centre 8505 68th Ave Osoyoos

Newcomers and Friends Welcome!

Sign up a friend for the new Hawaiian Trek and enter a draw for

tickets to see motivational speakers Andrew Weaver or Warren Macdonald.

GRAND PRIZE- $1,000 Travel Voucher

Any qualified user of a StepsOut.com website 

will qualify to enter a draw to win the grand prize.

Grand Prize Draw: May 10th, 2011

Every 100,000 steps earns you another ticket into the grand prize draw.

10,000 Steps a Day CHALLENGE 

Whether you are 8 or 80 years old, fit as a fiddle or snuggled

in a stroller...The Recreation Department of Summerland

wants to challenge you to take a step.  In fact, we want you

to take 10,000 steps! We will even provide you

with your own pedometer to make it fun and easy.

What is "Summerland Steps Out"?
Summerland Steps Out is a walking/pedometer program with a focus on

physical activity and healthy living. This initiative is led by the dedicated

staff of the Summerland Recreation Department. Join the team as we inspire,

assess and empower you to take positive steps to better health and wellness.

We will monitor your progress and give you helpful advice on healthy living.

Meet new people, get active and win prizes!

For more information, visit our FAQ's.
Registration for Summerland Steps Out is available at the