Walk the walk
According to the American Medical Association, 60 percent of Americans lead a sedentary life, which
is attributable to the fact that walking and cycling have been replaced by automobile travel for all but the shortest distances.
Did you know?
Physical activity doesn't have to be strenuous to be beneficial;
people of all ages benefit from participating in regular, moderate-intensity physical
activity, such as 30 minutes of brisk walking five or more times a week.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2004
What is a volksmarch?
A volksmarch is a non-competitive six-mile (10-kilometer) walk. It is not a race, but
a social event planned by an organization (although people also volksmarch with theirfamily, pets or by themselves).
Walking
Walking is great for your health and is an effective way to commute when making short trips, or when combined with other travel options.
Benefits of walking
There are many benefits to walking:
You'll find new routes and convenient shortcuts
Accomplish errands without having to repark
Support neighborhood-serving businesses
Meet neighbors
Get a better feel for your surroundings
Download detailed maps for 50 treks in and around Portland and Vancouver.
Pedestrian resources
The metro region is filled with scenic walking trails and street-side places to rest your feet. Best of all, walking is free!
A volksmarch is a non-competitive six-mile (10-kilometer) walk. It is not a race, but a social event planned by an organization
(although people also volksmarch with their family, pets or by themselves).