What is Walktober?

It’s a fun and inspiring way to take advantage of autumn’s cool temperatures and spectacular views as you step out and step up to better health. You’ll be taken on a virtual color tour through some of the world’s most vibrant, breathtaking landscapes — while boosting energy, improving mood, and making walking a priority… during the fall and beyond.
 

How does it work?

Your goal is to collect 20 leaves – 1 leaf each day, when you log 6000+ steps, for the 31-day program. You can use a tracking device, enter manually, or add exercise minutes that convert automatically for non-step activities such as cycling and swimming.

NOTE: You don’t have to wear a tracking device to record steps. Enter exercise minutes, then Walktober converts your minutes to steps (100+ activities to choose from).

View Step Converter
 

What is the goal?

The program goal is 20 leaves during the 31-day challenge. You can earn a leaf each day to fill your Walktober tree with 31 leaves.

 • 6000-7999 steps = 3 points (red leaf)
• 8000-9999 steps = 4 points (orange leaf)
• 10,000+ steps = 5 points (gold leaf).
 

How does team participation work?

Team participation is optional. You have until Friday, October 9, to form a team of 4-5 members. The team competition will end Saturday, October 31, so be sure to complete logging by Monday, November 2, to have your activity count toward your team's score.
 

Who can participate?

All DC Government employees, including household members ages 18+.
Whether you’re just starting out or exercise has been part of your daily routine for a while, Walktober gives you simple, motivating tools to track progress, providing instant feedback from your favorite tracking device or app.
 

Mobile App

Employees may participate online by computer or cell phone. The Walktober app automatically syncs with your online account. You can download the app from Google Play Store or App Store.

Make sure to log in using your DC Government work email.
 

Join the challenge and track your progress for a chance to win rewards.
Stay committed, stay engaged, and you could be one of our lucky winners!
 

EARLY BIRD WINNERS

★ First 20 Individuals to sign up within the first week
Each participant will receive a $25 Gift card

★ First 5 teams official in first week
Each member of the team will receive a $25 Gift card

★ First 140 Individuals to sign up
Each participant will receive a Walktober short‑sleeve shirt mailed to the home address and in the size selected during registration

COMMUNITY WALL ENGAGEMENT WINNERS

★ 10 individuals with the MOST POSTS on the Community Wall Engagement
Each participant will receive a $25 Gift card

INDIVIDUAL WALKTOBER WINNERS

★ 50 random individuals who MEET ALL the below criteria:
1. Meet Program Goal
2. Complete the Program Evaluation
Each participant will receive a $25 gift card

TOP-RANKED TEAM WALKTOBER WINNERS

★★★ First Place: Each member of the team will receive a $75 Gift card
★★ Second Place: Each member of the team will receive a $50 Gift card
★ Third Place: Each member of the team will receive a $25 Gift card