About 800 people were drawn outside by beautiful sunshine and warm temperatures to take part in the 49th annual Langley Walk on Sunday.

Even before the walk got underway, the parking lot of the George Preston Recreation Centre was filled with events and entertainment, from singers to facepainting, clowns, and the ever-popular bouncy castle.

"We wanted to give people a whole day of fun, not just the Walk," said Township recreation programmer Barbara Jeffery.

The walk is created for both Langleys, City and Township, and encourages residents to take a five or 10 km course through a different part of the community every year.

Several local residents were recognized for special participation.

- Inta Schorcht was the oldest walker at age 89.

- Leah Bradshaw and Janene Sellers were Most Creative Walkers, for their Hawaiian costumes.

- The Butcher family had the most family members in one group.

- Pacific Coast Taekwondo was the organization with the most participants.

- Langley Fundamental Elementary and Middle School had the highest student participation.

After the walk, a group of Township councillors tested their pipes as part of a "Glee-off" singing competition. Never on Mondays, the council team, squared off against YAC Attack, the Youth Advisory Council singers. The youngsters took the victory.

mclaxton@langleyadvance.com