The Special Olympics Walking Club aims to bring together individuals with and without intellectual disabilities for non-competitive physical activity. Walking Club provides an opportunity for individuals to challenge themselves, build friendships, and stay active together.

Introduction to the Spring 2026 Season

The Spring 2026 6-week Walking Club season is nature-based, encouraging athletes and coaches to get outdoors and explore local trails, parks, and green spaces. In celebration of Trail Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026  , teams are encouraged to host a walk on a local trail. Athletes who participate in the Celebrate Trail Day challenge will receive a Special Walking Club pin to wear when they hit the trail on April 25, 2026.

Thank you to Rails to Trails for supporting us this season and supporting safe, accessible trail experiences in communities across Northern California.

2026 Spring Trail Season Key Dates

• Host Coach Registration Deadline to be listed on the website: Feb 28, 2026
• Walker Registration Opens: March 9, 2026
• Registration deadline for season shirt:  March 27, 2026
• Season Start Date: April 13, 2026
• Season End Date: May 25, 2026
• Pin Challenge Walk Date (Trail Day): April 25, 2026

Season Incentive(s)

• GREEN Walking Club Shirt (All participants)
• Trail Season Walking Club Pin (Trail Day participants ONLY)