So What is The Nature of Health?
From its inception, the motivation for creating Trek Ten Trails was to connect kids with the many benefits of nature and help target the increasing rise in childhood obesity.
The good news is that obesity is preventable through healthy eating habits and physical activity; but the bad news is that Americans are not taking the necessary steps
(pardon the pun) to prevent obesity. The fundamental reason our children are overweight is that too many children are eating too much and moving too little.
Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods, suggests one reason for the rise in childhood obesity is a result of our society’s obsession with technology. Mr. Louv
cites a myriad of explanations for why parents keep children focused on indoor activities, causing what he considers another disease of epidemic proportion that he calls
“nature deficit disorder.” Mr. Louv proposes that the link with nature is critical to childhood development and emotional well-being. He wants us outdoors!
The Nature of Health, as we like to call the “dimensions” of wellness, is not just about physical fitness.
Our total well-being is comprised of seven dimensions, all very closely intertwined - physical as well as
social, spiritual, intellectual, financial, emotional and environmental.
The Nature of Health will give Trek Ten participants an opportunity to receive wellness-related tips
and information from local health professionals and wellness coaches via periodic electronic newsletter
and e-mail notifications.*
* You may unsubscribe at any time.
From its inception, the motivation for creating Trek Ten Trails was to connect kids with the many benefits of nature and help target the increasing rise in childhood obesity.
The good news is that obesity is preventable through healthy eating habits and physical activity; but the bad news is that Americans are not taking the necessary steps
(pardon the pun) to prevent obesity. The fundamental reason our children are overweight is that too many children are eating too much and moving too little.
Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods, suggests one reason for the rise in childhood obesity is a result of our society’s obsession with technology. Mr. Louv
cites a myriad of explanations for why parents keep children focused on indoor activities, causing what he considers another disease of epidemic proportion that he calls
“nature deficit disorder.” Mr. Louv proposes that the link with nature is critical to childhood development and emotional well-being. He wants us outdoors!
The Nature of Health, as we like to call the “dimensions” of wellness, is not just about physical fitness.
Our total well-being is comprised of seven dimensions, all very closely intertwined - physical as well as
social, spiritual, intellectual, financial, emotional and environmental.
The Nature of Health will give Trek Ten participants an opportunity to receive wellness-related tips
and information from local health professionals and wellness coaches via periodic electronic newsletter
and e-mail notifications.*
* You may unsubscribe at any time.
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DOWNLOAD 2012 FACTSHEETS
Complete information for each hike including GPS coordinates, plus
easy-to-follow written instructions for cache finds without a GPS!.
Factsheets are in alphabetical order. Five new trails are noted in ALL
CAPITAL LETTERS. You must hike these five plus five more of your
choice.
Complete information for each hike including GPS coordinates, plus
easy-to-follow written instructions for cache finds without a GPS!.
Factsheets are in alphabetical order. Five new trails are noted in ALL
CAPITAL LETTERS. You must hike these five plus five more of your
choice.
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November 12, 2011
December 17, 2011
January 21, 2012
February 18, 2012
March 17, 2012
December 17, 2011
January 21, 2012
February 18, 2012
March 17, 2012
CIRCLE B CONNECTOR TRAIL, Lakeland
MARSHALL HAMPTON RESERVE, Winter Haven
NORTH WALK-IN-WATER, Lake Wales
CATFISH CREEK STATE PARK, Haines City
HILOCHEE WMA Four Corners
MARSHALL HAMPTON RESERVE, Winter Haven
NORTH WALK-IN-WATER, Lake Wales
CATFISH CREEK STATE PARK, Haines City
HILOCHEE WMA Four Corners
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SO WHAT IS GEOCACHING?
LEARN MORE ABOUT GEOCACHING
Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure
seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called
geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people
of all ages who have a strong sense of community. Those who love the sport of geocaching also
love, support and protect our environment.
Visit www.geocaching.com to get started today. FREE!
LEARN MORE ABOUT GEOCACHING
Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure
seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called
geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people
of all ages who have a strong sense of community. Those who love the sport of geocaching also
love, support and protect our environment.
Visit www.geocaching.com to get started today. FREE!
What is TREK TEN TRAILS?
Designed to get families “off the couch” and outdoors to enjoy nature along featured hiking trails
in Polk County, Friends of the Parks Foundation launched its innovative TREK TEN TRAILS
program in 2007. Beginning its fifth season November 12, 2011, Trek Ten has grown from its
original 10 trails, to a total of 30 for 2012. Five new trails are added each year with a monthly
hosted hike to introduce the treks required to be eligible for prizes and recognition at year-end.
Participants then choose five more from the remaining selection of featured trails.
Designed to get families “off the couch” and outdoors to enjoy nature along featured hiking trails
in Polk County, Friends of the Parks Foundation launched its innovative TREK TEN TRAILS
program in 2007. Beginning its fifth season November 12, 2011, Trek Ten has grown from its
original 10 trails, to a total of 30 for 2012. Five new trails are added each year with a monthly
hosted hike to introduce the treks required to be eligible for prizes and recognition at year-end.
Participants then choose five more from the remaining selection of featured trails.
| DATES OF FIVE HOSTED HIKES FOR 2012 TREK TEN SEASON |
Trek Ten Trails is TOTALLY FREE - and FUN!
Just pick up a Validation Game Card at any Magnify Credit Union, Polk County Public Library,
Circle B Bar Reserve or Outpost 27. Download the Factsheet for the trail you want to hike from
the chart at the right. Factsheets contain driving directions to the trailhead and GPS coordinates
as well as easy-to-follow written instructions for finding the geocache (hidden treasures). Inside
the geocache is a self-inking stamp for validating your trek. Collect ten stamps, then mail your
card. It’s as simple as that.
Just pick up a Validation Game Card at any Magnify Credit Union, Polk County Public Library,
Circle B Bar Reserve or Outpost 27. Download the Factsheet for the trail you want to hike from
the chart at the right. Factsheets contain driving directions to the trailhead and GPS coordinates
as well as easy-to-follow written instructions for finding the geocache (hidden treasures). Inside
the geocache is a self-inking stamp for validating your trek. Collect ten stamps, then mail your
card. It’s as simple as that.
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| George Jenkins High School Student Run Credit Union |
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1. Register online (Click on URL below or copy / paste into your web browser.
It will then ask you for the name of our Team: FRIENDS Trekking for a Cure. Not necessary to fill-in other
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boxes! Just hit Search for a Team and scroll down till you see our name and click on JOIN. Password is:
parksarefun.
2. OR donate a minimum $25 and also receive a FREE "TREK for a Cure" t-shirt. Check should be payable to
Friends of the Parks / "TREK for a Cure."
Friends of the Parks / "TREK for a Cure."
3. OR purchase a "TREK for a Cure" t-shirt for only $10, featuring artwork by Wildlife Artist Thomas Brooks, using
Registration Order Form. Friends will donate full purchase price to our local Susan G. Komen affiliate.
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