2026

Come join family and friends on a fun and interactive volksmarch from Fredriks' old work to his new one. Participate in challenges and silly games ... max of 100 walkers will receive a gift bag.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Fredriks Fly-In Retirement Celebration Walk

Traditional Walk

SN: 131831 - 2026

when is the event

Future event (not yet open)

Starting Sat, Aug 1st, 2026 for 1 day

Start table open: Start table and first activity opens at 9:00 am, walk leaves at 10:00am. Register by 9:45 am.

where is the event

Orcutt, CA, California

The address/location to the start table for mapping services such as Google or Siri is as follows:

Orcutt Academy High School. Orcutt CA

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

None provided

CC: Santa Barbara County

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Event comments

After 20 years of teaching, Ty is switching gears. He is leaving Orcutt Academy High School and joining the Educational Outreach Team at the new Planes of Fame Air Museum at the Santa Maria Airport, which just happens to be 5k away.Ty's former and current students, past and current colleagues, family, friends, neighbors, and his extended Volksmarching inner circle are invited to experience this unique walk with crafts, games, activities, and all-around frivolity while walking from his old work to his new work. NOTE: Walkers wishing to enjoy a 5k event are stongly encouraged to buddy up to leave one car at the airport and carpool to the school so a ride is waiting for them. Questions about this event can be directed to Ty Fredriks, tyandginger@gmail.com or (805)714-1552

conditions for the event

Rating: 1A, Distance: 5, 10km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Easy

Wheelchairs: Medium

Event information

A truly unique walk based on the suggestions of Suzi Glass, and similar to Ginger's 60th Birthday Walk in SLO. Join us for Fun, Fitness, Friendship, and Frivolity! Walk from Orcutt Academy High School to the new Planes of Fame Museum on the Santa Maria Airport while completing fun activities and games. $5.00 walk donation offsets gift bag costs and pays for Guest Walking Fee. Credit walkers pay $9 total for bag and IVV Credit. See beachboardwalkers.org for sign up information. Only 100 gift bags will be offered. Registration confirmation email will be sent by 7/1/26.

Awards: 'A' Award available

how to get to the event

Driving to the start

Highway 101 North or South to Clark Avenue Exit (Exit 164). Proceed West for 2.4 miles to Norris (just past Jack In The Box, the Highway 135 overpass, and a small uphill). Left on Norris for two blocks to parking lot.

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Orcutt Academy High School. Orcutt CA

event sponsor

Central Coast Beach Boardwalkers (AVA-0983)

Event website: www.beachboardwalkers.org

point of contact

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