Category Archives: Nordic Walking

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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The question of Nordic Walking vs Trekking Poles

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Linda

“What is the difference between Nordic Walking and Trekking Poles?” Being an equipment junkie I love that question. First because it means that people are beginning to understand that there is a difference and second because I get the chance … Continue reading →

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Nordic Walking Season Kick Off!

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Linda

What a week! Saturday was our first Nordic Walking class of 2011. Thank you to Julie for stepping in to introduce 13 newbies to the joys of Nordic Walking. Hoigaard’s Nordic Walking Tuesdays kicked off at Thomas Beach on Lake … Continue reading →

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Watching the snow melt…

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Linda

Time slows down when you’re in recovery mode. I had shoulder surgery on Monday, same problem as in 2001, bone spurs that were shredding tendons and muscles.  I hate getting old. Good news is that this time it’s much less … Continue reading →

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Vanilla Walking

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Linda

It’s good to be home and back in the groove.  Not everyone would consider getting up at 5:30am to walk a good thing but it’s what I’ve done for 26 years and I love starting my day with an early … Continue reading →

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Spring Resolutions!

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Linda

Winter is loosing her grip and snow is melting.  It’s that time of year Minnesotans start thinking of putting away their winter toys, getting out the grill and hitting the trails and lakes.  It’s also the time of year many … Continue reading →

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Day 9 Spring Nordic Walking Classes are updated!

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Linda

I am such a creature of habit and this trip is kicking my butt.  I sleep in, no morning walk, hours on the mountain followed by evenings of wine and good food.  At least I still go to bed early … Continue reading →

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Winter Nordic Walking

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Linda

It’s a challenge.  It’s dark, it’s slippery and it’s cold.But if you add a headlamp and reflector so people can see you, “Get a Grips” on the bottom of your shoes so you don’t slip and dress in layers with … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Nordic Walk

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Linda

For those of you in my neck of the woods: check out trailscalendar.com for information on upcoming walks. Especially note the Thanksgiving morning Nordic Walk at Parker’s Lake in Plymouth. Put that turkey in the oven and come do a … Continue reading →

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The dream comes together

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Linda

  By this time next week the North American Nordic Walking Expo will be a memory. In the meantime I’m hoping that you’re all coming out to see us at Hyland Lake Park Reserve on Saturday.  Remember – it’s free, … Continue reading →

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