I am considering taking part in this free event and was wondering if anyone would like to join me.  I truly doubt that I can walk the entire trail and I walk slowly due to arthritic knees with chondromalacia patella, but I think this could be a fabulously fun group fitness activity that’s appropriate for most fitness / physical ability levels.

And...It ties in to the topic I'll be presenting at the Tuesday March 10th Auburn Support Group.  Merrilou has decided to try a round robin style of meeting facilitation and I volunteered to be the first guinea pig.  At the March support group, we'll be discussing "The Mind / Body Connection". 

Let me know if you're interested in doing the stroll on the 8th!  The Article at the bottom is from the Auburn Reporter.

Amy

March stroll set for Roegner Park on March 8

Feb 24 2009, 10:01 AM · UPDATED

 

 

Auburn has fantastic parks and trails and individuals are invited to head outside and enjoy them with family, friends and neighbors during Sunday Strolls, a free walk held at a different park or trail one Sunday each month between the hours of 1-3 p.m. This is a great way to add a physical activity into your weekend and experience the different parks and trails in the City of Auburn.

The March Sunday Stroll will be held on March 8 from 1-3 p.m. at Roegner Park, located at 601 Oravetz Road SE. Roegner Park is part of the White River trail that winds along the river to Game Farm Wilderness Park. It offers a 4.5-mile paved loop trail. Walkers may check in on the trail next to the Roegner Park parking lot.

For additional information about Sunday Strolls, other fitness options available through Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation, or parks and trails in Auburn, please call 253-931-3043 or visit www.auburnwa.gov

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Hi Amy,

Its sounds like fun. I think you can count on me...as long as it does not rain. (I may melt).

Denise

Weather permitting, I might be there........ although the thought of 4.5 miles is a little scary  :-)
It's not like you can suddenly say you had enough after two miles..... gotta fini**** right?
But at least we'd have each other to cry at!

I'll try to come.

Hi Amy,

I would love to walk the trail with you but I can't even walk a mile still yet :( Good Luck to you though!

Marilyn

 I plan to be there, unless it's raining or snowing. I know where Game Farm Park is. I guess it should be easy enough to find Roegner Park. I am off on Tuesdays  and Wednesdays if you or anyone else wants to get together for a walk sometime.

Marilyn, Karin, Et al: 

I don't actually know how far I can walk...I only know that it's probably not far and it's at a slow pace.  Max, who is an 11 pound Jack Russell Terrier, is greatly annoyed by his Mama's speed and distance ability.  For anyone who has concerns about speed or endurance, I'd be happy to go at your pace (if I can keep up!) and we can promise to turn around when we feel the need. The entire park is 4.5 miles.  There appear to be a few smaller sized loops within the trail.  See http://resources.ci.auburn.wa.us/WEB/Parks/auburnparks/roegner%20park%20park%20plan%20page.pdf

We could all plan to meet 12:30 to register and then set out en masse (no pun intended but funny nonetheless) and each person would be responsible for determining their own pace / distance.

I've got to start somewhere; I can say no to treadmills, elipticals, standard aerobic classes, recumbent bikes, etc...But walking is kind of an essential part of my life at the moment and hopefully for the future!  Maybe I'll even bring Max with me.  He'd be so excited to meet y'all!  He needs to start training for the 05/30/2009 Auburn Petpalooza whi*****ludes a Dog Trot/3K Fun Run (http://www.auburnwa.gov/government/calendarstart/community_calendar/Dog_Trot_3K_Fun_Run.asp?ViewMode=View&DateTime=633792726000000000&PageMode=View). Maybe I’ll even be able to fit into (or have it be too big?)  2XL event t-shirt that came with my registration!

Amy

Oh heck, now that I actually checked my calendar, I found a photography club meeting at that time  :-(
Sorry, I'm out. But if someone wants to try arrange another day (i.e. extras) for a walk somewhere, I would be there if I at all possible.
Amy, I agree....... the "setting out en masse" was clever and gave me a chuckle  :-)

I'd love to join in and walk with you IF it doesn't rain or snow!!!!

I'm a fast walker, but I can slow down as long as I get out and get some exercise!!  Hope to see you there next weekend at 1pm. 

Awesome Possum!

I don't believe we've met...I'm Amy and I'm a huge dork who's fond of cutesy/annoying sayings like "Cool Beans", "Hasta Pasta", etc.!

I agree on the caveat about the weather.  If it's raining or snowing, all bets are off!

Amy

Hi Amy, I'm Marlize ...

I haven't been on the boards in ages since I'm more than 3 years!  Okay, if it doesn't rain, I'll be there .. if it does, well, hopefully there will be another one so we can exercise!

Have a fab day!!!!  :)