Author Archives: Linda

Nordic Walk for Wolves

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Linda

It was a dark and stormy day but the rain stopped, the clouds broke, and the wind died down in time for us to enjoy the 2nd Annual Nordic Walk for Wolves last evening.  We celebrated the summer solstice with … Continue reading →

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Women on the Move!

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Linda

Minneapolis Heart Foundation Institute does an amazing thing every summer.  They offer an 8 week training program for women, the goal is the Heart of Summer 5K Run / Walk the end of July.  Women have an option of walking, … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walk for Wolves

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Linda

With the summer solstice approaching I start to feel very connected to nature.  Nothing like the pull of a totally balanced day to send me daydreaming about all the possibilities for our world.  I sense the web of life, all … Continue reading →

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Paradise at Mt Ranier

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Linda

After the winter we had and the late cold spring it might be hard to call it Paradise, but that’s where we were on Thursday night.  Paradise Inn on Mt Ranier with a 40 foot wall of snow in the … Continue reading →

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Newest Nordic Walking Video

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Linda

I’ve been playing around with pictures to make a slide show that I can use at corporate wellness events.  Check out my efforts on You Tube Hopefully it’s enough to make you grab your poles and get outside for International … Continue reading →

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Get started on the right foot, and hand, and foot, and hand

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Linda

It’s been a miserable spring.  Cold and wet, not the best for walking outdoors. And the sign ups for Community Ed classes have been disappointing.  What’s happening? Do we really give up our health and well being when it rains? … Continue reading →

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A Day with Richard Louv

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Linda

Sometimes you just gotta love the day! My day began with a walk with Gail, the sun came up in a perfect blue sky, and I got to go listen to Richard Louv. Even if his name isn’t familiar, if … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking and Nature

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Linda

One of my favorite things about Nordic Walking is meeting so many wonderful people. I’ve had classes this week in Plymouth, Minnetonka and Wayzata and feel like I have lots of new friends. The other favorite thing is the natural … Continue reading →

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May is for Walking!

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Linda

Sunday May 1 is the Annual Bud Break 5K at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.  Nordic Walkers are invited to participate with poles for the first time, and it’s not too late to join us at 8am for registration.  Being an … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking Open House- May 9, 2011

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Linda

Last year it was the 2nd Annual North American Nordic Walking Expo.  This year Great Lakes Nordic Walkers is hosting a Nordic Walking Open House at Woodlake Nature Center in Richfield MN.  We wanted to do another local event to … Continue reading →

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