Walking home on foot may be the only option for many if the capital's roads and rail links were cut off in an earthquake.
Rotary clubs have organised a 50 k walk to the Kapiti Coast and 30 k walk to the Hutt Valley in a bid to help residents get better prepared.
Wellington Region Emergency Management Office's community resilience team leader Scott Dray says it's important people are prepared for a possible long walk home in an emergency by keeping comfortable shoes and warm clothes.