Boo hoo… No June Walk-n-Talk

Boo hoo… No June Walk-n-Talk

One of the great joys of the monthly Walk-n-Talks that we’ve hosted for almost 9 years has been the camaraderie between the always-changing 15-20 people that have participated each time. Sometimes there’ve been 35 walkers! Many people have become...

Again, No Walk-n-Talk on May 3

This afternoon, May 1, 2020, Governor Inslee extended the “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through May 31. So that means we cannot gather as a group to enjoy the spring weather, strolling one of our neighborhoods. Darn. Another month without our Walk-n-Talk…the second...

No WABI Walk this Wednesday, April 15

Since August 2013, WABI has held a walk on the third Wednesday of most every month.  But this Wednesday, April 15, WABI will  CANCEL its regular Wednesday walk to honor social distancing requirements and reduce risk of  catching the COVID-19 virus. Instead, WABI...
NO Walk-n-Talk Due to Coronavirus

NO Walk-n-Talk Due to Coronavirus

There will be NO APRIL 2020 WALK-N-TALK (and likely no May Walk-n-Talk). Since the Governor’s “Stay Home Order” has been extended to May 4 to control the spread of coronavirus, WABI will NOT have a Walk-n-Talk on Sunday, April 5 (and likely not on...
Let’s Walk-n-Talk in Shorewood March 1

Let’s Walk-n-Talk in Shorewood March 1

We’re heading into Burien’s northwest corner for our March 1, 2020 Walk-n-Talk, in the hilly Shorewood neighborhood. We’ll have views out toward the water, and whether sunny or rainy, we’ll enjoy the company and conversation. There will...
WABI Burien has a new web site!

WABI Burien has a new web site!

Woo hoo! We at Walk/Bike Burien (WABI) are very excited to announce our sparkling new web site! Yay. It’s been completely redesigned. All new navigation/menu items Updated blog section Walking Groups around Burien Wall of Fame Photo Gallery Walking Maps Gallery...
February Groundhog Day Walk-n-Talk

February Groundhog Day Walk-n-Talk

It’s time for a walk this Sunday, February 2. (Isn’t it always time for a walk?) It’s fun. It gets you out of the house. You get the chance to talk to people you wouldn’t otherwise chat with. And it keeps you healthier. Join the other Walkers...
Post-Pumpkin Pie Walk-n-Talk

Post-Pumpkin Pie Walk-n-Talk

Feeling full of mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie? Time to walk it off with friends and neighbors on our December Walk-n-Talk. This is a FREE event and is enjoyable for all, including friendly, four-legged friends. On our monthly Walk-n-Talks, we aim to walk in many of...
Celebrate our schools with WABI Walkers, Oct. 16, 9 am

Celebrate our schools with WABI Walkers, Oct. 16, 9 am

Join the WABI Weekday Walkers in celebrating our schools as vital community assets.  On Wednesday, October 16 at 9 am, we’ll walk by Cascade Middle School and Evergreen High School in the northern part of the Highline School District.  And there will be many...
Autumn Walk-n-Talk to the Water

Autumn Walk-n-Talk to the Water

Begin the month of October with a walk down the wooded hillside to Seahurst Beach. On Sunday, October 6, 2019, our Walk-n-Talk will start at the top of the hill and walk down the service road to Seahurst Beach. On the way back up, walkers may choose either the road or...
September Walk-n-Talk Around Chelsea Park

September Walk-n-Talk Around Chelsea Park

It’s walking time again. Let’s begin the month of September and enjoy the long, holiday weekend by heading north from Burien Town Square into and around Chelsea Park. Other times we’ve found these scenic gems in the neighborhood: Dottie Harper Park,...
Des Moines Waterland Walkers Walk with Parkrun

August Waterland Walk in Redondo

The monthly walk of the Des Moines Waterland Walkers is next Sunday, August 18th. Date & Time: August 18 at 11:00 am Meeting Place: Redondo Pier, 28201 Redondo Way, which is the intersection of Redondo Beach Drive South and Redondo Way. (Next to the bathrooms and...
B-Town Criterium Bike Race

B-Town Criterium Bike Race

Criterium 41st Edition Race Bike racing returns to Burien! Join us on July 4 for the B-Town/Major Taylor Criterium. This year’s race—the 41st edition—will feature a fast level course that runs through the streets of downtown Burien. Come early to watch the best bike...
Woods and Water Walk-n-Talk

Woods and Water Walk-n-Talk

Begin the month of June with a walk down the wooded hillside to Seahurst Beach. This Sunday, June 2, 2019, our Walk-n-Talk will start at the top of the hill and walk down the service road to Seahurst Beach. On the way back up, walkers may choose either the road or the...