Get WalkIN'

Setting goals is useful because when you know what you want, it becomes much easier to see areas in which to focus your efforts. Many people set goals but then lose sight of them, forget about them, or simply fail to focus on how to achieve them. It is helpful to design goals with easily measurable steps. This way, you can monitor progress toward your goal, and it will be much easier to stay on track.

If you have gotten or are thinking about getting an activity tracker, check out this site https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/walking/art-20047880 for helpful tips.

But bottom line is, setting realistic goals and then keeping track of your progress towards meeting your goals, is a very effective way to help us keep on top of being active. It is also important to realize that slip-ups happen, what is most important is that we try to identify what got in the way of our goals and get back on track as soon as possible.

How do you know what kind of activity tracker to get? Review these features to see which device may best suit your needs and interests.

• Ease of use. Although some activity trackers have more features and require more setup than do others, most are quite simple to use. After you've set up the device, just strap it on your wrist and go.

• Extras. The amount of information you want to collect may influence your choice of device. Most activity trackers calculate time spent in an activity, distance traveled and even the number of calories you burn while being active. Some activity trackers may also monitor your heart rate. Many activity trackers allow you to upload your data to computers or apps so that you can electronically track your progress.

• Accuracy. Most activity trackers are generally accurate and reliable at counting basic steps.
• Display. Look for a device with a display that you can read in different types of lighting, especially if you'll be using it both indoors and outdoors.
• Price. The cost of an activity tracker can depend on how many features it offers. Activity trackers are available in a wide range of prices.

Many health insurance plans do offer free or discounted fitness trackers through your insurance plans. They may also provide other discounts for health magazines or gym memberships! Call your health insurance plan and see what they have to offer.

Calculate your calorie burn https://www.omnicalculator.com/sports/walking-calorie

Check out this app, Charity Miles https://charitymiles.org/, which allows you to earn money for your favorite charity just by walking! Plus, you can map your walk.

Next Topic: Reviewing Goals

• • Always walk facing oncoming traffic.
  • Use the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, look for a smooth, stable surface alongside the road. If there are guardrails, see if there is a smooth, flat surface behind the barrier where you can walk. If you need to walk on a paved shoulder, stay as far away from traffic as possible.
  • Be careful on bridges and narrow shoulders of the road.
  • Be sure drivers can see you. Wear brightly colored clothing, and if you walk during low-light hours, such as dawn or dusk, be sure you have reflective material on your clothing or walking shoes, and carry a flashlight.

There is no cost to enter the park!

Mill Pond has activities for the entire family: hiking, mountain biking, relaxing in nature, and now geocaching. Imagine using your phone to hunt for hidden treasure. Download the app, sign up, and get more information at https://www.geocaching.com/ Basic geocaching is free. Adults and children enjoy geocaching together. Make geocaching a part of your next visit.

This trail is known for for their biking trails but hiking trails are marked for those interested in hiking!

Address:

12512 South Rose Rd., Plymouth, IN 46563

Saturday, June 6, 2026
Kiwanis - Plymouth, Indiana is hosting their annual Kids Triathalon in Centennial Park! Here is the link with more information on the event and how to register your kiddos:
https://app.givegrove.com/kids2026

Save the Date!

To find more information and register visit:

https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Culver/CulverCommunitySchoolsBoosterClubColorRun

Choose between a fun 1 mile walk/run or a 5k. The 1 mile route will run around the Culver Schools Corporation and the 5k route will run through downtown Culver. The race will start at the front of Culver Community High School, Door 32. Both routes will finish on the Culver Middle/High School football field. This will be a fun run with several color stations manned by our athletes ready to toss color powder on you as you pass by! Registration includes a white race t-shirt and neon sunglasses to wear to show off your colors! Join us for the after party on the football field!

Save the Date!

Download the digital guides to water and greenspaces, including trails you can walk in Kosc. Co! Check these out as you get started. https://visitkosciuskocounty.org/digital-guides/

There are plenty of activities for kids and families each day of the Fat & Skinny Tire Fest, presented by @K21 Health Foundation!

The Fat & Skinny Tire Festival also includes road bike events, kids events, casual tours and rides, entertainment, and much more. Involvement from the community is second to none in Warsaw and Winona Lake, and there are plenty of non-cycling activities for families and friends to see and do.

Check out the schedule each day and for more information visit fatandskinnytirefest.com.

Join us May 15-17th in Warsaw and Winona Lake, Indiana.

Kosciusko County Freedom Fest will celebrate America's 250th birthday in Warsaw on June 5,6,7 2026 at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds at 1400 East Smith Street, Warsaw, right on Winona Lake.

Join the Stars, Stripes & Steps Challenge or join the Freedom 5K! Information below or visit their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580110891106

https://link.thestepupapp.com/FFZdNB?fbclid=IwY2xjawRJ745leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe5HlvNeBM50e3Z_QgCevzd280WdLYWFS9tvfFLdaUTMa7p1R5_YDw9TwtyhY_aem_qn49lEUqiUKeDvWTMsVc0g

Date: May 16, 2026

Address: 409 IN-14, Silver Lake, IN 46982

Join the Lilly Center for a wildflower identification hike held on the beautiful trails at Wildwood Acres Land Trust. The Hike will be led by Gavin King, the regional manager for ACRES Land Trust, where he'll teach participants how to identify local wildflowers and plants.

The hike will take place on easy trails with minimal hills; however, comfortable, close-toed shoes are recommended as there will be a lot of walking. The Lilly Center will provide light snacks and identification books to borrow during the event. Spring is in full bloom, so let's celebrate its arrival by learning how to identify its lovely blossoms!

This event is underwritten by Depuy Synthes, Zimmer Biomet Foundation, and City of Warsaw Stormwater Utility.

Disclaimer: Event Photography
We often take photos at events that may be used in future Lilly Center communications. Please tell a staff member if you do not want your photo used in Lilly Center media. Event by Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams https://www.facebook.com/events/2312231295925866

To submit your steps weekly please use the Google Form link below!

https://forms.gle/AQ6PyziG6jWtiWy97

or

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMsw7ee_kQjkatpnaMkBduGnoDpgSvrWE6aEs2Yi5y0tMnmA/viewform

Input a total of steps for the entire week. You will use the same link each week but please only submit steps for the previous 1 week of steps.

**If the link is not working try copying and pasting it into the browser directly. It looks like Kosc. firewall may be blocking the link from this page***

Karen Richey

Email: krichey@purdue.edu
Website: extension.purdue.edu/Marshall
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