Walk on the Wild Side
There is no bad weather – only bad clothing. The walk will run rain or shine. In the case of thunderstorms, we may opt to delay the start or shorten the event for the safety of everyone.
Support Maywood this June!
Join us for a new family-friendly trail walk or virtual event to support Maywood!
In-Person 3-Mile Trail Walk
Connect with nature on a 3-mile trail walk. Learn fun nature facts and try challenge stations along the way. A shorter prairie loop will also be available.
Registration opens at 8:30 am
Walk Course opens at 9 am
Walk Course closes at Noon
Event ends at 12:30 pm
Event Fees:
$20 Adults
$10 Kids 4-17
3 and younger are free
Day of registration available with cash or check only.
Virtual Challenge
June 1-30, 2025
Choose your distance, choose your activities, and choose your location as you rack up miles in support of Maywood. Participants can use any self-propelled activity to complete this month-long challenge. Walk, run, hike, bike, pedal, paddle, swim, skip – as long as it’s a self-propelled activity it counts.
Make your Participation Go Farther by Collecting Pledges
When you collect pledges for participating in Maywood’s Walk on the Wild Side your miles go farther toward helping Maywood’s programs and park projects. Download a pledge sheet or set-up online giving when you register online.
Event Rules available Soon
Virtual Mileage Tracking Sheet Available Soon
You may also enter your mileage for the virtual challenge directly into RunSignUp if you registered online. View RunSignUp instructions.
Become a Sponsor
2025 sponsorship information coming soon!