Next city walk with Nature Me - September 19

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Come walk with us. We are leading free, fun and interesting walks around the greater Seattle area. See details below for our upcoming September 19 walk. Description: This gorgeous walk starts and ends in the Belltown neighborhood. We'll stroll through Olympic Sculpture park with its massive outdoor sculptures and then on to the adjacent Myrtle Edwards park with its paved path along Elliot Bay. You'll see panoramic views of the harbor, Olympic mountains and downtown Seattle . The walk is approximately 3.5 miles, so depending on our pace it will take about 2 hours. The terrain is a mix of asphalt, dirt trails, and a little up and down, so wear comfy shoes. (Tennis shoes work great.) Our intent for this walk is really more about discovery and connection with nature in an urban setting than fitness. The exercise is just a bonus! And, just so you know, it's not a formal tour, we explore right along with you.
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7 ways to get the most out of your walk

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Walking is one of the simplist ways to get some exercise and clear your mental clutter. Here are some simple things you can do to get more out of your walk. 

  1. Set a simple intention before you start your walk such as...
    • I will be aware of my surroundings
    • I will notice all of the flowers, animals, birds, trees or gorgeous views (choose one or two)
    • I will be present and let my thoughts float on by
    • I will embrace the season
  2. Feel your body. Your feet. Your strong legs. Set your posture. Shoulders back and arms loose. Thanks your body for giving you the physical stamina to do this.
  3. Start out positive...approach your walk with a sense of adventure, curiosity and discovery.
  4. Find a pace that feels right for you. If you are with others, set your pace together.
  5. If something is going on that you need to process mentally, give yourself 5 minutes, then let it go. You'll be amazed at the insight or clarity that will come later.
  6. Along the way look for things you've never noticed before and find interesting.
  7. Expect nothing but the best on your walk.

Are you looking for someone to walk with or a fun, interesting walking route? Then come join us for our monthly walks! Check out our Seattle Walks page and subscribe to Nature Me get all the details delivered to your inbox. 

New! City walks with Nature Me

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© GIVEN PHOTOGRAPHY 2018

© GIVEN PHOTOGRAPHY 2018

I love to walk so I had an idea. Why not create part urban and part nature walks that I could share with other women. So I recruited my awesome daughter Tiffany, who also loves walking, to help me design and lead free, fun and interesting walks in and around the greater Seattle area. So without further ado introducing our first Nature Me "Walk this Way, " which will explore Fremont and Gas Works Park. 

WALK THIS WAY in Fremont

Description:

This is a really fun and interesting walk through Fremont, part of the Burke-Gilman trail and Gas Works Park. The walk is approximately 3.5 miles, so depending on our pace will take 1.5 to 2 hours. We will start and end at Gas Works Park and have plenty of time to enjoy some of the cool and interesting sights along the way. The terrain is a mix of asphalt, dirt trails, and a little up and down, so wear comfy shoes. (Tennis shoes work great.) Our intent for this walk is really more about discovery and connection with nature than fitness. The exercise is just a bonus!

Date and Time: Friday, August 28 at 10 am

Where: Fremont. Meet at entrance to Gas Works Park

Optional: After the walk we will gather at a nearby coffee house for feedback and conversation.

Here's what we experience when we walk:

  • fresh, fun and uplifting 
  • full of discovery and newness
  • an easy way to connect with others
  • a nice blend of urban and nature 
  • a great way to get moving
  • a fun way to explore city neighborhoods

Sign-up: Send email to becci@rbfreelance.com. (Sorry, I don't have an email link here...working on that!)

Space is limited, so sign-up early. We will send you a confirmation with final details.

Walk on and happy summer!

Warmly,

Becci and Tiffany

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P.S. We have more walks coming--one each month, so to get updates, make sure you are subscribed to Nature Me. You can subscribe in the box to the left of this post! And please feel free to share with the button below.

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Nine earthy ways to celebrate YOU on Earth Day

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Earth day is all about recognizing our role in sustaining the earth. It's a reminder that we are all one global community sharing this great big planet of ours and what we do effects everyone and everything. Blah, blah blah. Let's approach it differently this year. Turn it around. Think of it as a new beginning.
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