NORWAY — Western Foothills Land Trust and Stephens Memorial Hospital are excited to announce the launch of their new weekly spring Nordic walking program. Starting on April 19, participants can join in on guided walks through scenic Roberts Farm Preserve and on the new Farm-to-Town trails linking Roberts Farm to downtown Norway.
Nordic walking is a low-impact exercise that combines walking with the use of poles to engage the upper body. It’s a great way to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength, and balance while enjoying the outdoors.
The program will run every Wednesday, April-June from 9:30-11 a.m., and is open to all ages and fitness levels. Participants will be led by experienced instructors who will provide guidance on proper technique and form. A limited supply of poles will be available for participants to borrow for those who do not have their own.
This program reflects the partnership between the land trust and the hospital, providing opportunities for healthy outdoor recreation. “We’re thrilled to work with the hospital to offer this new program for our community,” said Lee Dassler, Executive Director for Western Foothills Land Trust. “Nordic walking is a fun and effective way to stay active and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone out on the trails.”
For more information or to register for the program, please visit www.wfltmaine.org/programs or email [email protected].
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