Are you ready for a spring adventure that combines scenic trails, delicious coffee and chocolate, and supporting local parks and trails? Then it’s time to join the Spring 2023 Trails, Chocolate, and Coffee Challenge! Visit https://explorerseries.ca to learn more and register today.
Who Can Join? Outdoor enthusiasts and coffee or chocolate lovers within driving distance of Vancouver and the eastern Fraser Valley, BC, Canada are invited to take on this fun-filled challenge. Whether you’re a walker, hiker, or trail runner, there’s something for everyone! Plus, dog owners can check out our dog-friendly trail challenges too.
What’s the Challenge? Explore 10 local Vancouver, or Fraser Valley trails (whether you’re in North Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey, Maple, Ridge, or Chilliwack there’s a Challenge near you) between March 18, 2023, and May 28, 2023. Along the way, indulge in the best chocolate shops and cafés recommended near each trail. 10% of your registration fee will be donated back to support local parks and trails via the Chilliwack Parks and Trails Society. You’ll also have the chance to win free coffee or chocolate, so it’s a win-win!
Registration Details Register for $34.99 between February 16 and April 1, 2023. If you gather three or more people from your workplace or group of friends, you’ll receive one free registration.
How It Works
- Register for the challenge and invite friends to join you.
- Walk or run the activities anytime – after work, on weekends, or with friends and family.
- Complete activities, earn rewards, and share photos on social media to win prizes.
Why Take the Challenge? Embark on this 10 Trail Challenge to motivate yourself, explore new trails, discover new places to chill out, and support local businesses and non-profits. Enjoy a sense of accomplishment, win prizes, and show off completion badges online.
Challenge Trails The challenge includes five easy “Chill” trails and five moderate “Thrill” trails. Chill trails are perfect for families or friends, while Thrill trails require reasonable fitness and a willingness to do uphill climbing on forest trails.
Tips for Couch Surfers
- Bring a friend for motivation.
- Walk the trails, take breaks, and enjoy snacks.
- Record short videos and watch them at home for inspiration.
- Complete as much of the Thrill trails as you can.
- Share your experience on social media.
Supporting Small Business By participating in the challenge, you’ll support local small businesses like custom event shirt and hoodie printers in British Columbia.
Giving Back: Supporting Local Trails Previous challenges have raised over $3500 in donations. Thanks to your participation, 10% of your registration fee will be donated to support local trails via the Chilliwack Park Society.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore, indulge, and give back with the Spring 2023 Trails, Chocolate, and Coffee Challenge. Register today at https://explorerseries.ca and make this spring a season to remember!
