We’re Connecting Kirkland on a Walk/Treasure Hunt on May 22nd

By on May 6, 2011 in Neighborhood News, Opinion, Polls, Sports & Recreation

On Sunday, May 22nd you’ll have a chance to be among the first to take a different look at Kirkland by walking on what is hoped to be a future community trail. 

The walk/treasure hunt will take you along the BNSF corridor in Houghton.  You’ll get to experience the peaceful surroundings and lush greenery of the trail, while seeing some great views of the lake, the mountains, and Seattle.  The trail walk/treasure hunt will wind through Kirkland, connecting people with the different neighborhoods and local businesses.  The Keg, Burgermaster, Kidd Valley, Metropolitan Market and PCC are among the Kirkland businesses which will be stops along the walk.  Take your time along the walk to enjoy the views, get answers to a list of questions, and stop for lunch.

Views of Lake Washington from what could be a future trail

Why is this a treasure hunt?  Walkers will receive a map and a list of questions about Kirkland that can be answered at specific stops along the route.  It’s a hunt to find answers to questions about Kirkland and its history. Bring a pencil so you can jot down the answers.  You may find out what was happening 100 years ago at Carillon Point or what was discovered at Lakeview Elementary.

The cost for the map is $4.00.  The event is jointly sponsored by the Cascade Orienteering Club, and Eastside Trail Advocates. Feel free to check out and “like” our Facebook page.  We’ll continue to post information about trails on the eastside.

Our goal is to have fun, enjoy the beauty of Kirkland, and experience what could one day be part of the world class trail system on the  Eastside.  Walkability is a key component to today’s livable cities and will continue to be in the future. People want out of their cars and to be using two wheels or their two feet.  Let’s help Kirkland take the “path” towards having the BNSF corridor become a trail.  A trail will add to the wonderful lifestyle Kirkland offers to all of us who live here.

The BNSF Corridor Through KIrkland Is a Great Place for a Trail

Head on over to the South Kirkland Park and Ride on May 22, 2011.  Registration for the walk is at 10 AM.  The walk runs from the Park and Ride lot to NE 68th in Houghton, which is approximately 3-3.5 miles. The best part is the walk is almost all flat or downhill, so it’s an easy stroll or run.  Parking is available in the Park and Ride lot.  Hope to see you there.

 

About Debra Sinick

I've lived in the Kirkland Highlands for 16 years, been a Realtor with Windermere for over 20 years, and have been blogging about the Highlands, and Kirkland in general, for over 3 1/2 years on my Kirkland blog: www.kirklandhighlandsrealestatebuzz.com. Blogging for me started out as a way to talk about real estate issues, trends, and statistics. But blogging has become far more to me. It's given me an opportunity to combine my work, my volunteerism, and my passion for Kirkland together and have a place to talk about it all. I look at the city, literally and figuratively, with far different eyes than I did just a few years ago. Kirkland is a great city with a unique ambiance and I have fun writing about it.
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  • Jim-in-Juanita

    Thanks for advertising this event – it looks like great fun and chance to see the BNSF corridor.

  • Per-Ola

    Great event, and truly hope you get nice weather as well (a stretch after this spring…). The views alone need it!

    I’ve walked the entire stretch from south of 116th many times. Tons of glass and litter along the way, have to keep an eye where the pup puts her paws.
    Agree this would make a fantastic walking/biking trail (especially if the Wilburton trellis is kept in the plans, but I also think it’d make a wonderful transit corridor for light rail. Probably a pipe dream, but light rail is quiet, smooth and speedy. Back in Europe, I have many friends that live along these types of corridors w/o any issue (access to speedy transportation actually increase their property values). Why is it so hard in the US to implement true community based transportation? Here we have an amazing “right-of-way” that connects major “living” and employment centers on the Eastside.

    Not to start a debate…:-)

  • Per-Ola

    Great event, and truly hope you get nice weather as well (a stretch after this spring…). The views alone need it!

    I’ve walked the entire stretch from south of 116th many times. Tons of glass and litter along the way, have to keep an eye where the pup puts her paws.
    Agree this would make a fantastic walking/biking trail (especially if the Wilburton trellis is kept in the plans, but I also think it’d make a wonderful transit corridor for light rail. Probably a pipe dream, but light rail is quiet, smooth and speedy. Back in Europe, I have many friends that live along these types of corridors w/o any issue (access to speedy transportation actually increase their property values). Why is it so hard in the US to implement true community based transportation? Here we have an amazing “right-of-way” that connects major “living” and employment centers on the Eastside.

    Not to start a debate…:-)