Four years ago I never could have dreamed that almost 200 people would show up in Connellsville, Pennsylvania to go for a Walk! After multiple attempts to try to get people in my hometown out and moving to make Fayette County a place to live, the idea of a walking series was a shot in the dark. The first walk was in Hopwood and of course I didn’t think we would get 20 people but apparently, this was the way to get people moving in this town.
Despite all of the “only in Fayette County” stories you hear, this is one I am proud of...
Only in Fayette County will residents that range in age from 2 to 88 get together on a weekly basis to walk, to learn about their community, to experience the beauty of the natural landscape, to embrace their heritage. This community is rich in architecture, art, history and tradition and because of a dedicated group of individuals --the Fayette County Healthy Lifestyles Task Force--more people are able to experience it. I hope that these walks, while not the most strenuous workout will inspire our community to move more. Even if that doesn’t happen, I think that those of us who have walked are becoming healthier in their own way. Friendships are being made and rekindled. As people walk and listen, you see peoples faces change from a look of embarrassment to a look of pride in the sites we have.
If you live in Fayette County, Pennsylvania or even if you just visit, I hope that you will join us on a Wednesday for a walk. Maybe, it will get you out and walking more often!
If you want to check out the schedule visit their FB page Fayette County Wednesday Walks or check out a video from the first walk of this season!
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