Residents of St. Louis Park have a new monthly tradition to look forward to—Walk the Park. Scheduled for the second Saturday of every month, the upcoming event is set for March 8 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., where participants can join a 1 to 2-mile leisurely walk inside St. Louis Park Middle School, assuming the weather decides it's not the day for an outdoor stroll.
According to St. Louis Park officials, Walk the Park is a free event designed to encourage community members to get active, and explore the local trail system. For those who are deterred by less-than-ideal weather, this event promises a contingency plan. "If it is raining, snowing or the temperature is below 40 degrees, we will walk inside the St. Louis Park Middle School" a bulletin announces. Just remember to meet at the back entrance door 16 of the middle school located at 2025 Texas Ave. S.
Empowering residents to lace up their sneakers and hit the pavement (or the hallways in case of poor weather), the event is not just a one-off. The next walk, already penned on local calendars, will be held on April 12 at Lamplighter Park.
While many similar events often have a participation fee, St. Louis Park officials are keen to stress the inclusive nature of Walk the Park. It's a community-building exercise, quite literally, that won't cost you more than the effort of stepping out of your door— provided you can find door 16. The official bulletin reads, "The walks are free," underscoring the city's commitment to accessible wellness activities for all its residents.
So if you're in the mood for a little community engagement, coupled with some light exercise, St. Louis Park Middle School is where you'll want to be this Saturday morning. Just keep an eye on the thermometer or the sky to see whether you'll need your sunhat or your sneakers with good grip for those school hall floors.
