We know that people move more when they have inviting places to be active and safe routes to get there. Communities can be built for people to be active in their everyday life – whether it’s walking to the grocery,
In many ways, walking is the simplest form of physical activity: It doesn’t require special skills or expensive equipment, and it’s easy to get started, regardless of age. But sometimes the simple things aren’t simple for everyone. Traveling to a
In Kentucky, we are proud to be the land of unbridled adventure with countless parks, caves, trails, waterways and other natural wonders that beg to be explored. There’s no question that we offer some of the best outdoor recreation and
Berea’s Journey to a More Walkable Community Berea’s streets, like those in other Kentucky communities, were designed with cars in mind. So how did this Madison County community make sure children could safely walk home from school? According to Mayor
Are you interested in making your community more walkable? The Kentucky Department for Public Health has partnered with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to provide training and technical assistance to communities who are ready to begin planning for pedestrian improvements. Watch
Take the first step to making your community more walkable. The Kentucky Department for Public Health, Healthy Communities Grant Program is seeking applications from local health departments and their partners to develop a community pedestrian plan that supports accessible and