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Organizations American Council on Exercise (ACE) ACE's Web site provides clear, concise one-page fact sheets with information about safe and effective exercise. America Walks America Walks is a national coalition of local groups dedicated to promoting walkable communities and working to improve conditions for walking in their area. The site offers advice on how to start a pedestrian advocacy group in your own community. March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation Check out the March of Dimes Web site to learn about its WalkAmerica program, which takes place in 1400 communities nationwide to raise money to prevent birth defects and help premature babies. Participants can walk as individuals or as part of a team. The site has information on locations of walks and how you can get involved. WalkSport Online WalkSport Online is the virtual version of America's premier mall-walking program. At the site, you can learn about the benefits of mall walking (no hot weather or traffic!), ask questions of WalkSport's guru and founder, catch up on the latest fitness walking news, or just browse the site and soak up the motivation. Trails and Parks Organizations Appalachian Mountain Club Learn about the AMC's efforts to protect and maintain the trails you love. Find out about our trail work past and present, the challenges faced, and how our professional and volunteer trail crews keep trails in shape for the millions who use them. You can also get helpful information and resources on the Appalachian Trail and many other trails throughout the Northeast. National Park Service (NPS) You can use NPS.gov's "Visit Your Parks" feature to get information about camping reservations and how to request brochures and maps. Recreation.gov This government site offers information on recreational opportunities on federal lands. You can find places to hike by searching by state or activity. Walking Vacations Specialty Travel Index At specialtytravel.com, you can search for walking tours by destination or tour operator. Cross Country International Walking Vacations Cross Country International offers walking tours in the countryside -- a refreshing combination of active hiking and the relaxing beauty of nature. Their vacations take you through England, Ireland, France, Italy, Greece, Switzerland and Spain with local accommodation and delicious food. Visit the site to browse the choices or to request full-color brochures by mail. Backroads Go to Backroads.com to search through their many walking or hiking trips throughout the world. Their trips are rated based on the level of difficulty and length of the walks so you can easily find one that suits your needs and desires. The Walking Site Created by an avid walker, this site is a resource for walkers of all fitness levels and is especially helpful for those just getting started with a walking program. It offers honest advice on how to use walking to get fit and maintain a healthy lifestyle. New England Hiking Holidays If you want an active, outdoor vacation, but don't want to sacrifice life's little luxuries, check out New England Hiking Holidays' site. Their packages include guided hiking by day and beautiful country inns and fine dining by night. Walking the World The leader in walking adventures for people over 50, Walking the World offers more than 30 hiking trips to destinations all over the world. Check out their site for one that suits your schedule and your dreams. |
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