Group Walk A Walk to Edwardsville Parks YRE on December 1, 2020
Walkers were greeted by Mickey.
Opt Out Group Walk A Walk in the Parks in O’Fallon YRE on November 27, 2020
Walkers enjoyed seeing the Nativity scene along the walk.
The Christmas decorations added beauty to the walk.
Walkers saw thus unique artwork on the building.
This unique snowman greeted walkers.
Way of Lights Walk November 23, 2020
One of many views on the walk.
Walkers always enjoy walking through the tunnel.
The Nativity scene at the Grotto.
Walkers registering at the start table.
Walkers stamping their books at the finish table.
Another view of the Nativity scene at the Grotto.
Way of Lights Walk November 23, 2020
WELCOME TO THE ANNUAL “WAY OF LIGHTS” WALK: Experience the tradition – bring your family and friends on this most unique volksmarch in the metro-east Illinois area as you walk among over two and a half million miniature lights illuminating trees, figures, and displays that depict the true Christmas story. The Shrine campus will have all their activities available to walkers. Activities include the Christmas Tree & wreath Display, Camel, Donkey & Pony Rides, Petting zoo (Camel rides $6), Carriage Rides ($65 for 6 people & $100 for 10 people), Kettle corn & refreshments for purchase. Life Size Nativity Photo Area in Shrine Gift Shop.
National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Registration on sidewalk by Visitor’s Center Parking lot
442 South De Mazenod Drive, Belleville, Illinois
Start between 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm; finish by 8:30 pm. The fee is $3 for all walkers and is open to everyone — all ages are welcome. An adult must accompany children under the age of 12. Walk at your own pace and pleasure. Please bring a flashlight for safety reasons! Event will take place regardless of weather. Dress appropriate for late fall walking. Restrooms are available at the start point and on the trail. Masks are always required for registration and inside buildings.
To watch video of last years’s walk click on the following link.
Group Walk of Historic Columbia
Walkers walking In Historic Columbia.
One of the historic buildings on the walk.
Columbia provides information on the historic buildings.
Walkers always find something new on the walks.
AVA Checkpoint – November 2020
Footnotes & Club Minutes – November 2020
Way of Lights Walk November 23, 2020
Registration 3:30-6:30 p.m. Fee: $3
National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Registration on sidewalk by Visitor’s Center Parking lot
442 South De Mazenod Drive, Belleville, Illinois
* Walk through the “Way of Lights”.
* Enjoy walking among over two & half million miniature lights illuminating trees, figures, and displays that depict the true Christmas story.
* Masks are always required for registration and inside buildings.
* Please bring a flashlight for safety while walking the trail!
* Most unique walk experience of the year!
Group Walk of Historic Columbia & the Scarecrow Crawl
The Illinois Trekkers donated food to the House of Neighborly Service of Monroe County, Illinois. Toni Miller received the donate food from the Illinois Trekkers.
One of the many scarecrows walkers saw on the walk.