Walktober Walkinar Series
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Walkinar #2: Pedestrian Health
Thursday, October 14th| 10:30 a.m. EST
Learn about how walking can become a core component of more healthy living. In a recent customer survey, MDOT learned that, although few Marylanders can walk to work, those who do cite health benefits as their primary motivation. Whether it is a quick trip to a local destination, a sidewalk stroll in a local park, or a hike along one of Maryland’s trails, many groups are working to provide safe and equitable access to healthy
walking opportunities. In this webinar, speakers from AARP, the Maryland Department of Health, and the founder of "Walk with a Doc" will discuss how to develop and deliver innovative planning and programming to support healthy walk activities.
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Throughout October, the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), in coordination with several state agencies and other partners, will sponsor a series of 90-minute webinars, or Walkinars, to highlight how we can collectively rally around walking, an activity that is central to both the State’s Active Transportation efforts and to broader strategies to promote public health and well-being
The Walktober Walkinar series, hosted by the Maryland Department of Planning, will help planners, local officials, pedestrian advocates and the public at large learn how to plan and advocate for safe walking infrastructure. Panelists will identify key resources to build, strengthen and sustain local partnerships will share best practices from across the country for building accessible pedestrian networks for all ages and abilities.
Planners who participate in the live Walkinars will also be eligible to receive 1.5 Certification Maintenance (CM) credits from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP). Please note, that participation in the live broadcast is required to receive AICP credit.
To learn more, please visit the Walktober website.
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