COVID-19 UPDATE
Group walks and traditional events cancelled
Because of the soaring rate of infections from covid-19, all group walks and traditional events have been canceled until March 1. This includes
Friday, Nov 27 #OptOutside
All weekday walking
New Year's Day Kickoff on Jan 1, 2021
Skywalk on Feb 13, 2021
We are extremely disappointed to have to make this decision, but the risks are too high for the club. Of course, the year round and seasonal events remain available. You can walk those when you choose, with whomever you choose.
We continue to follow federal, state, and local guidelines while planning and promoting group activities. Follow us on Facebook for up to date information.
CHANGES TO WALKS
The pandemic has caused some businesses to close or change their hours. Check ahead before for the hours of private businesses.
Changed year round and seasonal walks
Amana – Hours are 11 AM - 9 PM
Des Moines Beaverdale – The walk box is at 4046 Amick Ave Des Moines 50310-4101. It is in a blue plastic storage box outside where walkers can get to it even if no one is home. Remote start.
Des Moines Capital and Des Moines Waterways – The walk box is at 416 Oak Park Ave Des Moines IA 50313-3018. It is inside a Rubbermaid garden storage box next to the driveway behind the house where walkers can get to it even if no one is home. Remote start. Directions to the Start Point will be provided.
Prairie City – The walk box has moved. Contact Peggy Doane at 515-240-5761 or pjohusker@gmail.com for directions and stamped insert card.
WEEKDAY WALKS
It was fun, but now we have to put it on hold. Due to the coronavirus, we are pausing the weekday walks.
20 IOWA PARKS IN 2020
This program has closed.
Congratulations to everyone who participated. A large number of walkers completed all 20 parks. It was a wonderful way to see the state of Iowa.
A big thank you to Matt Scott and Iowa Parklands for their wonderful maps and directions. See more at their website at https://www.iowaparklands.com/20-parks-in-2020/