Hopelink Trails Guide Safety & Wellness Committee July 2013

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1 Information Technology Solutions Contents Why a trails guide? Goals for this guide page 2 How to participate Page 3 Hopelink Trails Guide Safety & Wellness Committee July 2013 What is a walking leader? How do I become a walking leader? page 4 Hopelink Trails page 5-9 Walking Leader Badge page 10 Resources page 11

2 Safety first! Please take every precaution to follow all traffic and pedestrian laws. Also, the trails in this guide are only suggestions. Please use them with caution as only you know the limitations of your physical ability. Why a trails guide? Goals for this guide The Safety and Wellness Committee feel it is important to encourage staff to recognize the physical and mental benefits of taking a break during the work day. Taking a walk with fellow employees is a perfect way to do this. Not only can it increase wellness but it is an opportunity to build stronger relationships between Hopelink employees. 1. To identify a walking trail at participating Hopelink sites. 2. To identify walking leaders. Their role is to simply encourage others to take a walk. 3. To provide some tips and resources on walking and wellness. 2

3 How do I participate? It s Simple! Share trails you know! 1. Use this guide to look up a trail at a Hopelink site. If a site isn t listed, use the resources to map out a trail in your area (p. 11). 2. Take a break. 3. Take a walk. Did you know 15 minutes of walking = 3 squares of dark chocolate 1/2 banana A slice of bread 1/2 skinny latte 3

4 What is a Walking Leader? Look for the Walking Leader Badge Print it and post it to become a Walking Leader at your site! A walking leader is anybody that wants to increase their wellness by taking a break to take a walk while encouraging others to do the same. This role is voluntary, low commitment and does not require any meetings. Your duties as a walking leader is up to you. It can look like any of the following: invite a coworker to walk with you, introduce others that have an interest in walking or share any tips you may have on wellness. How do I become a Walking Leader? 1. Walking Leaders are self-identified so if you want to be one you can! 2. Let HR know. 3. Print & post a Walking Leader badge (p.10) *Ask if HR can post a list of walking leaders on intranet under Safety and Wellness tab. 4

5 Bellevue Main Trail Distance: 1.03 miles Sites to see: Blueberry Farm Larsen Lake There are several places to grab a bite to eat or drink in the developing shopping area. Directions 1. Facing south, take a left on Main St. 2. Take a right on 151st St. The road will turn into a trail. 3. You will hit an intersection where SE 4th St ends, take a right and continue on the trail. The lake will be on your left 4. Take a right on 148th Ave SE. 5. Take a right on Main St. and continue until Hopelink is on your left. 5

6 Shoreline Trail Distance: 0.88 miles Sites to see: Along the trail, can you find the tree that was tide into a knot? Suggestion: Walk around the shopping area instead of the trail. Directions 1. Walk towards the traffic light on N160th St and Aurora Ave N. 2. Cross the street and head west on N 160th St. 3. Take a right on Linden Ave N. 4. Take a left on N 163rd St. 5. Take a left onto the trail before N 163rd begins to curve and turn into Fremont Pl N. 6. Follow Trail until you hit Fremont Pl N and continue. 7. Take a left onto N 160th St. and continue. Hopelink will be on your right. 6

7 Kirkland Trail Things to know: Distance: 0.53 miles The Kirkland Trail includes hills. Walk up the biggest hill to get more of a work out! The Kirkland trail is not an actual trail but a route along the parking lots of surrounding buildings. Click on the link to learn more about the future trail: Cross Kirkland Corridor Directions 1. Facing East, take a right onto 120th Ave NE. 2. At the fork, veer left up the hill. 3. Continue to follow the perimeter of the parking lot until you reach 120th Ave NE again. 4. Continue straight and Hopelink will be on 7

8 Redmond Trail Things to know: Distance: 1.2 mile The Redmond Central Connector is located behind Hopelink. Use it to walk to the Bear Creek Trail instead of walking along Redmond Way. Suggestion: Walk around the shopping area instead of the trail. Directions 1. Facing north, take a right on Cleveland St. Continue on to Redmond Way. 2. Take a right on Bear Creek Trail. Follow until you hit 170th Ave NE. 3. Take a right on 170th Ave NE. 4. Take a left on Redmond Way. Continue onto Cleveland St. Hopelink will be on the left. 8

9 Willows Trail Distance: 1 mile Sites to see: Wing it Café & BBQ Look for trails located in the wooded perimeter of the parking lot. Remember safety first! Directions 1. This trail is simply walking around the parking lot. 2. Facing west, take a right and follow the perimeter of the parking lot. You can make your walk as long or as short you like. 9

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11 Check out these resources: Click on the links in orange to learn more! City of Bellevue Nature Trails City of Bellevue Open Space Trails open_space_trails.htm Explore Kirkland City of Redmond Trails City of Carnation Parks more than 500 acres of parks & open space City of Carnation Walking Routes listed from low to moderate in difficulty Google Maps Pedometer calculate the distance traveled for walking, running, and more Every Trail Map a trip route (also has an iphone app) All Trails Explore trails near you (also has an phone apps) Start walking now The Benefits Pedestrian Safety Tips: See and be seen. Drivers need to see you to avoid you. Stay out of the driver's blind spot. Make eye contact with drivers when crossing busy streets. Wear bright colors or reflective clothing if you are walking near traffic at night. Carry a flashlight when walking in the dark. Do not let kids play near traffic or cross the street by themselves. In bad weather, take care that your umbrella or raincoat does not prevent approaching vehicles from seeing you. Check out more pedestrian safety tips Let s Go for a Walk! 11