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Events at Martinak AM or at 5:30 PM. Refreshments and First Saturday Guided Walk: Discover
prizes will be provided following the native habitats as you walk at Adkins
State Park walks. It is a call to action to promote Arboretum on the first Saturday of

awareness about regular walking year- every month at 10 AM. For more infor-
Did you know that walking is the state round, to encourage physical activity mation and to register, call 410-634-
exercise? No wonder because of all and improved health. All Marylanders 2847.

the benefits walking provides and no are encouraged to take time to join
special equipment or membership is a walking event around where they Healing Walk: A walk on Friday,
needed. According to Harvard T.H. live, work or play. We encourage you October 6, at 10 AM at Adkins
Arboretum is designed for those who
Chad School of Public Health, walk- to make walking a regular habit, not
ing provides cardiovascular physical just on October 4. Be a part of the are suffering from a loss, traumatic
activity, which increases your heart Walktober movement to make at least experience, or the demands of caretak-

rate. This improves blood flow, and it 150 minutes of physical activity weekly ing. Nature has the power to soothe and

can lower blood pressure. It helps to your year round habit! For more infor- restore. Join naturalist Jenny Houghton

boost energy levels by releasing certain mation text or call, 410-924-1529. on the first Friday of each month at 10
AM for a nature support group. We’ll
hormones and endorphins that improve
mood and deliver oxygen throughout Nature Walks take a leisurely stroll along our paths
the body. So, come walk at the park! Martinak Morning Walk: Meet at the while listening, sharing, or simply
You’ve got nothing to lose and plenty soaking in the silence. To participate,
Martinak State Park Office at 10:30 contact Jenny at jhoughton@adkinsar-
of benefits to gain.

AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays for a boretum.

guided walk on a paved trail.
Special Event
Disc Golf and Pickleball
Walks are approximately 1.5 miles in
Walk Maryland Day: October 4 marks
the 8th Annual Walk Maryland Day length or about 3,000 steps with plenty Disc Golf Best Ball: Meet on October
celebration. Our offi cial state exercise of benches available for resting and 5 and 26 to play disc golf at Tuckahoe
enjoying nature. Others may choose State Park to play the best ball at each
is walking! Come to the Martinak Park
to walk longer through the camp loops basket. Discs will be provided, if you
Nature Center for a guided walk at 10:30
and trails. do not have your own. It’s a fun way
to enjoy nature while meeting others.
Pickleball: Pickleball has become the
fastest growing sport in America! Come
join us for two hours of drop-in game

time. This program is perfect for adults
of all ages and skill levels. Come learn a
new sport! Equipment is provided. On
Wednesday and Friday mornings at 10
AM. Call Caroline County Recreation
and Parks for more details and to regis-
ter at 410-479-8120.
Cycling

Caroline Cycles: The sun sets sooner
and the weather is cooler, so join the
group for one or more rides! If you plan
to attend, email: Karen.gianninoto@
maryland.gov. Helmets are required.
Lights, tubes, and tools are recom-
mended.
• Harmony Ride: Tuesday,
October 3 at Noon. Meet at
Martinak State Park Offi ce.
Ride to Harmony Market,
get some lunch and cruise
back. 20 mile loop.
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