Discover Langley on Foot
Join us for our Jane's Walks - free, citizen-led walking conversations exploring Langley's diverse neighbourhoods
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Jane's Walks in Langley - Spring 2025
Free Community Walking Tours
Jane's Walks are free, citizen-led walking conversations inspired by urbanist Jane Jacobs. These walks encourage people to share stories about their neighbourhoods, discover unseen aspects of their communities, and connect with neighbours.
Special thanks: These walks are co-presented by Strong Towns Langley and Jane's Walk Vancouver, and are officially part of their series of walks in the Metro Vancouver region. Jane's Walk Vancouver has been a massive support for us putting on this event providing us with advice, marketing materials, supplies for leaders and helping promote these walks - thank you!
Connect
Meet neighbours and make new connections with fellow community members interested in urban design.
Discover
See familiar places through a new lens and discover hidden gems in your neighbourhood.
Discuss
Engage in meaningful conversations about urban planning, community design, and livability.
Walnut Grove Jane's Walk
May 3rd • 9:30am - 11:30am • Starting Point: West Langley Park
Join us for the first of our two Jane's Walks in Langley! This community-led walking tour explores the established neighbourhood of Walnut Grove with its mature trees, riverside trails, and mix of housing styles developed over decades.
This walk will offer insights into:
- Community Evolution - How Walnut Grove has evolved since the 1980s
- Green Infrastructure - The integration of natural spaces with residential areas
- Connected Pathways - Langley's network of trails and community connections
- Design Principles - How urban planning from decades past shapes community today
Walk Highlights:
What to Bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Water bottle
- Curiosity about urban design
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Willoughby Jane's Walk
May 4th • 9:30am - 11:30am • Starting Point: Lynn Fripps Park
Continue your exploration of Langley's diverse communities with our second Jane's Walk of the weekend! This tour showcases Yorkson in Willoughby, one of Langley's fastest-growing neighbourhoods, highlighting its modern urban planning, mixed-use developments, and newer infrastructure.
During this walk, you'll learn about:
- Growth Management - The challenges and opportunities of rapid development
- A Denser Community - How Willoughby balances density and livability
- Modern Connectivity - Trail systems linking neighbourhoods with amenities
- Community Design - Compare Willoughby's design principles with those seen in Saturday's Walnut Grove walk
Walk Highlights:
What to Bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Water bottle
- Questions about urban development
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long are the walks?
Each walk lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, covering about 2-3 kilometers at a leisurely pace with frequent stops.
Is the route accessible?
Both routes follow primarily sidewalks and paved paths, making them accessible for most participants. Please contact us with specific accessibility concerns.
What if it rains?
Walks proceed rain or shine! We recommend checking the weather forecast and dressing appropriately with rain gear if needed.
Can I bring children?
Yes! These walks are family-friendly. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
Do I need to be a resident of the neighbourhood?
Not at all. The walks are open to anyone interested in urban design, community building, or simply exploring Langley.
Is registration required?
No registration is needed! The walks are completely free and open to all. Simply show up at the starting point a few minutes before the scheduled time.
About Jane's Walk
Jane's Walk is named after Jane Jacobs (1916-2006), an urbanist and activist whose writings championed a community-based approach to city building. She encouraged residents to get to know their neighbourhoods and each other by walking.
Jane's Walks:
- Help communities connect with their neighbourhoods
- Share local knowledge and stories
- Promote dialogue about urban planning issues
- Foster community conversations about livability
- Celebrate the diversity and character of neighbourhoods
These free walking conversations create space for people to observe, reflect, share, question, and collectively reimagine the places in which they live, work, and play.
Thank you to the Jane's Walk steering committee for their support!
Want to Lead a Jane's Walk?
Interested in organizing a Jane's Walk in your Langley neighbourhood? We're always looking for community members to share their knowledge and passion.