Cascade Healthy Opportunity Program
September Update
Activities, Weekly Trainings, and Incentives are for YOU
"The mind and the body are not separate, what affects one affects the other." -Unknown
Weekly Trainings to Meet Your Fitness Goals
Cascade staff may attend any trainings that best fit their schedule, at any location!
- Monday @ 3:30 yoga with Jess
- Tuesday @ 3:30 walking club with Nicky
- Wednesday @ 3:30 training with Shirley
CHS/CJH-started September 4th
- Thursdays, 3:30 Weight Room with Trainer Scott
Cloverdale-starting September 11
- Thursdays, 2:45 Cloverdale Gym with Jackie
Turner-Start September 10th
- Wednesdays, 2:40 Turner Gym with Trainer Scott
ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE TO YOU
Please sign up by September 15th for Golf Lessons and the Rail Bike Tour!
There is still time to sign up for staff golf lessons or the family fun of a rail bike tour! The bike tour is a great deal if you ever wanted to try this activity!
Golf Lessons at Creekside
Golf Lessons 5-Part Series--4:30-5:30
Creekside Golf is offering staff a five-class series for all levels from novice to expert. It is important you attend all five sessions, as each session will focus on a distinct skill.
- Bring clubs if you have them, but clubs are also available for your use
- Wednesday, September 24 and October 1,15, 22, and 29
- 4:30-5:30pm -- stay after the lesson and enjoy all Creekside has to offer, if you choose.
- This is a 5 lesson series and we ask that you commit to all five sessions. The fee for the series is $50 ($300 value) and needs to be paid in advance to hold your spot. The Wellness Grant will be covering the rest.
- There are still spots available, sign up today!
Creekside Golf Club, Club House Drive Southeast, Salem, OR, USA
Ride the Rails: Railbike Adventures Saturday, October 18
Saturday, October 18--sessions starting at 9:00 am
Peddle the rails in Lebanon enjoying beautiful scenery and an innovative experience.
Santiam Excursions --
- 18 people can participate at one time for a 1.5 hour block of peddling on the rails.
- Saturday, October 18
- We will assign the times after we have a total number of participants with the first 2-hour block starting at 9:00 am.
- Each staff will pay a $10.00 non-refundable deposit to hold their spot; and family members pay the full $25.00 cost. This is a $40 value per person, as they are giving us a special Cascade price!
Location:
1501 18th Street in Sweet Home. Behind the Safeway along the railroad tracks.
Duration:
Approximately 6 miles round trip. 1.5 hours.
Check-In:
Must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. There are no refunds for late/ missed arrivals.
Age Minimum:
Single Riders must be at least 18 years of age. Minimum height is 44″. Children may not ride on laps.
Weight Limit:
250lbs per rider
Attire:
Closed toe shoes and casual attire is suggested.
Included:
Water but you may bring your own.
Required:
Closed toed shoes are required
Safety:
Each excursion is led by a guide. Riders will go through an orientation prior to riding. We travel with first aid. Please bring along any personal medical necessities (inhalers, epi-pens, etc). Vests are provided. Helmets are allowed but not required. Must bring your own.
Paint Night with Master Artist Dave!
Thursday, November 13--4:00
Unleash your inner artist in a fun, relaxed evening led by renowned painter Dave Schletty. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or picking up a brush for the first time, Dave will guide you step-by-step to create your own masterpiece.
📅 Thursday, November 13
🕓 4:00 pm
📍 Cascade High School
All supplies provided—just bring your creativity for an inspiring night of color, laughter, and artistic discovery!
Bowling Night was a BLAST! We will plan another one for the winter months!
Family Bowling Night was a Blast!
Ken is a Force!
Kathleen Challenging "The New Guy"
Taking a bowling break for snacks!
Andrew with a STRIKE!
The unstoppable Kelly!
Families-the heart of Cascade.
The camera ready crew.
Maben versus Maben (I won't say who won).
Yakkity Yak, We Loved the Evening Kayak!
What a great way to end the first week.
Everything is more fun on the water.
Clare is an avid kayaker!
At home on the water.
Cindy is a natural.
Aaron looks the part of a great adventurer!
Floating on a Friday!
So cool to kayak with folks from across the district.
There is no such thing as a bad day on the water.
Activity Sign-Ups
SURVEY-Answer ONLY if interested in a quilting workshop series
A nominal fee may be charged to offset material costs.
If we offer a QUILTING CLASS, what days would you attend?
Coming Soon!
Exciting opportunities are just around the corner! Get ready to move and groove with our Dance Lessons, learn fresh skills and flavors in our Healthy Cooking Classes, reach your target and try Archery, and embrace the beauty of winter with a Snowshoeing adventure. Whether you’re looking to stay active, try something new, or simply have fun, there’s something for everyone—mark your calendars and join us!
COMMUNICATION IS KEY!
CONTACTS
Wellness Coordinator-Lisa Iverson: liverson@cascade.k12.or.us
Wellness Coordinator-Toni Wallisa: twallisa@cascade.k12.or.us
Wellness Coordinator-Trisha Rutherford: trutherford@cascade.k12.or.us
Wellness Coordinator-Kelly Cromwell: kcromwell@cascade.k12.or.us
We also have Wellness Champions throughout the district who will check in with their buildings and departments to get your input, assist in planning challenges, complete the mini grants, and ensure all aspects of our district are represented. Please reach out to your champions to share your ideas.
Nicky Lee Nlee@cascade.k12.or.us
Jessica Scholl Jscholl@cascade.k12.or.us
Tori Reul vreul@cascade.k12.or.us?
Tina Christensen TChristensen@cascade.k12.or.us
Tyler Woodral Twoodral@cascade.k12.or.us
Vicky Remy Vremy@cascade.k12.or.us
David Plotts Dplotts@cascade.k12.or.us
Tamara Nixon Tnixon@cascade.k12.or.us
Ben Comstock Bcomstock@cascade.k12.or.us
Hayden Tedrow Htedrow@cascade.k12.or.us
If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.