Urban Poling

Nordic Walking / Light Hiking continues……

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[slideshow] Aug 21/12 – Rice Lake.  A beautiful day for a hike in the forest.  I was unable to join the group this week so Bob very kindly took the ladies to one of our favourite walking spots.  And of course, meeting at the End of the Line General Store […]

Steamship Days on Bowen Island

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[slideshow] What a fabulous day we had.  The weather was perfect, a nice sunny day with a light breeze, we couldn’t have asked for better. Our day started with a short ferry ride over to Snug Cove on Bowen Island.  As soon as we arrived we headed over to the […]

Upcoming Summer Programs – Nordic Walking/Urban Poling and Light Hiking

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Discover new walking trails and enjoy our beautiful summer.  Weekly walking and light hiking using a different trail each week. Dates:             Tuesdays July 3 – August 7, 2012 – require a minimum of 6 people to run program Below is a sample listing of the trails – further details […]

Weekly Hiking / Nordic Walking (Urban Poling) Programs

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 Please RSVP for all programs so that we know to expect you.  MONDAYS WEST VANCOUVER HOMEcareWEST & North Shore Volunteer for Seniors – Nordic Walking (Urban Poling) Time:  1:30pm – 3:00pm Place:  275 – 21 St. West Vancouver Please register at 604-922-1575 Cost:  FREE– sponsored by http://homecarewest.com/– all welcome  HOMEcareWEST provides […]

Nordic Walking / Urban Poling Clinics & Classes

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“The Difference a Pole(s) Makes – I am walking straighter, my hip pain is virtually not noticeable and I can now walk for 40 minutes which was previously impossible” Client Heather B. on Nordic Walking/Urban Poling  Ever wonder what those poles are for? They are a fantastic fitness tool used […]

JOIN OUR “Walk for Memories” TEAM

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Image Source: Alzheimer Society of BC Walk for Memories  Tammy Watson from HomeCare West and I have organized a group of walkers to walk in the Alzheimer’s ‘Walk for Memories” on Jan 29, 2012.  I will be walking in memory of my dear Mom who passed away 5 years ago due […]