Thursday, 23 January 2014

Winter Walk Day - February 5, 2014

Every winter thousands of Albertans celebrate Winter and walking by participating in Winter Walk Day in February.

Winter Walk Day Walking is great for our health, the environment, reducing traffic and building community. On Winter Walk Day record and report the total minutes your group walked by logging into the SHAPE website.

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Everyone is welcome to join in including schools, seniors’ centres, commuters, individuals and families. Dress warmly, get outside, and enjoy the fresh, crisp Alberta air!

For more information and to register, please visit the SHAPE website.

There are many events being hosted in communities around the province. Leduc will hosting Winter Walk Day on February 5th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Leduc Civic Centre (1 Alexandra Park). The City of Leduc will be hosting activities such as a scavenger hunt and walk around Alexandra Park. Healthy snacks will be available. Please see the City of Leduc website for more information.

The Town of Devon is also participating in Winter Walk Day by offering hot chocolate at the Highwood and Centennial Parks between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm.

Please dress for weather conditions.