Due to the extremely cold temperatures today (-39C with the windchill), the City of Leduc will be holding activities inside at the Civic Centre today from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Join them inside!
Winter Walk Day is almost upon us! On Wednesday, February 5, 2014 lets all get out and get moving. Whatever you are able to do for physical activity; walk, skate, ski, dance, skip, etc. the idea is to get outside and be active for a minimum of 15 minutes on Winter Walk Day. Get the whole family, office or school involved and get up and get moving!
If you are heading out for a walk then here are some tips to stay warm:
- Listen for the windchill index with the weather forecast. The index likens the way your skin feels to the temperature on a calm day. For example, if the outside temperature is -10°C and the wind chill is -20, it means that your face will feel as cold as it would on a calm day when the temperature is -20°C.
- Dress in breathable layers to keep warm and avoid overheating.
- Wear a hat. Most of your body heat is lost through your head. And wear long john’s under your pants or bring ski pants to work.
- Wear warm, waterproof boots, roomy enough to allow wiggle room for your toes. And with good non-slip soles.
The Leduc-area forecast for Wednesday is calling for a high of -18 and a low of -29 (brrrr) so it will be a cold one! Dress for the weather (winter jacket, layers, hat, toque, appropriate footwear) and you will be fine. The PCN in Leduc has registered as a team; you can too! Get on board with your group and visit the SHAPE website to register:
