5.16.2008
1.10.2008
The Washoe County Chronic
Disease Coalition adopted
'Physical Activity' as the
coalition theme for 2008!
Disease Coalition adopted
'Physical Activity' as the
coalition theme for 2008!
Amy Weiss (Widespread
Wellness founder) presented
at the annual Nevada Bicycle
& Pedestrian Conference.
Wellness founder) presented
at the annual Nevada Bicycle
& Pedestrian Conference.
News!
Event Calendar
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The Widespread Wellness Project
August 2008
Summer Hike Series: August 9th
Perfect for beginner & first-time hikers...we'll enjoy easy terrain and a beautiful
view! Visit our Current Programs page for more information and details on how
to sign up.
view! Visit our Current Programs page for more information and details on how
to sign up.
5.16.2008
Northern Nevada Bike to
Work Day was a success!
Over 350 participants
registered online - almost
30% were biking to work for
the first time!
Work Day was a success!
Over 350 participants
registered online - almost
30% were biking to work for
the first time!
5.30.2008
The Older Americans Month
Health in Action series was a
great success! 59 seniors
participated.
Health in Action series was a
great success! 59 seniors
participated.
6.14.2008
The first annual Community
Father's Day Walk was held in
downtown Reno to promote
awareness of prostate cancer
prevention & screening. WWP
led the walk!
Father's Day Walk was held in
downtown Reno to promote
awareness of prostate cancer
prevention & screening. WWP
led the walk!
7.23.2008
WWP founder and director,
Amy Weiss, presented to the
Regional Transportation
Commission (RTC), Bicycle &
Pedestrian Advocacy
Committee providing input on
ways to make Reno a more
pedestrian -friendly
ocmmunity.
Amy Weiss, presented to the
Regional Transportation
Commission (RTC), Bicycle &
Pedestrian Advocacy
Committee providing input on
ways to make Reno a more
pedestrian -friendly
ocmmunity.
8.1.2008
Spread the Wellness! event
raises over $1,000 to support
future Widespread Wellness
activities.
raises over $1,000 to support
future Widespread Wellness
activities.
City of Reno - City Council Meeting: August 20th
The Reno City Council will take up the issue of re-striping Mayberry Lane
(between McCarran and 4th Street) with bike lanes. Come show your support
at 6pm in Council Chambers.
(between McCarran and 4th Street) with bike lanes. Come show your support
at 6pm in Council Chambers.
September 2008
September is America on the Move Month! You can participate in a nationwide
step challenge by visiting www.americaonthemove.com and signing up as a
Widespread Wellness Project group member. Use the website to track your
steps for the month. Contact us for a free pedometer if you don't already have
one!
step challenge by visiting www.americaonthemove.com and signing up as a
Widespread Wellness Project group member. Use the website to track your
steps for the month. Contact us for a free pedometer if you don't already have
one!