A hidden gem – Terra Nova National Park is on the eastern side of Newfoundland, in fact it is Canada’s most easterly park and Newfoundland’s oldest. Terra Nova has it all, with boreal forest, fjords, rocky coastline, seaside camping and hiking trails ranging from wheelchair friendly to challenging treks.
For information on hiking trails visit:
https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nl/terranova/activ/experiences/ran-hik
Next up: Gros Morne National Park
Globe Walkers did an amazing job in February. We increased our logged kilometres from the January total. Despite the frigid weather we managed to log 200,892 km in February. We also increased the number of walkers – we have about 70 more than we started with. The average number of kilometers earned by each Globe Walker was 80 km.
As you know, I use an artificial formula to tell us how many of the parks we have travelled to. With the wonderful showing in February (plus the late reports from January) we find ourselves just past Torngat Mountains National Park and on our way to Terra Nova National Park.
Unfortunately, I was unable to post about the west coast and northern parks, but the good news is I am able start posting photos and information on the parks again so watch for it.
1. Monday, March 18, 2019 – Caregiver Presentations (FREE)
Where: Cliff Wright Library -1635 McKercher Dr.
2. Friday, March 22, 2019 – Care for the Caregiver Forum (Cost: $20 – lunch included)
Where: Circle Drive Alliance Church – 3035 Preston Ave. S. 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Globe Wal
k Committee would like to encourage the use of personal 
water bottles at our events, rather than the plastic throw away/recycle type that we have provided in the past.
To inspire you to bring your personal water bottle to the “Spring Fling“, we will enter your name in a draw when you show us your water bottle. You could win a universal phone holder, similar to the one shown here.
You can fill your water bottles at the event
What a great idea – have fun and improve your health by, attending our March 13th “Spring Fling” event, and help our environment at the same time.
Don’t forget to register – call 306 652-0037 or email globewalk@scoa.ca. I hope to see you there.
Tickets for the 2019 Celebration Luncheon are going on sale.
The 2019 Celebration Luncheon will be held at the Western Development Museum on May 10, 2019 beginning at 12:00 noon (doors open at 11:30). There will be entertainment, a special guest speaker and, of course a wonderful lunch. It is all about celebrating our Globe Walk accomplishments. You don’t want to miss this event!
Presale: March 13, 2019
Luncheon tickets go on sale at Globe Walk’s “Spring Fling” on March 13, 2019. (details below)
After that the tickets will be available at the SCOA office beginning on March 14, 2019.
Luncheon tickets usually sell out, so get your tickets early.
Cost: $15.00 for Globe Walkers and $20.00 for guests
If you plan to attend the “Spring Fling”, please register early – there are limited spaces available and they are filling up quickly. Call 306 652-0027 or email globewalk@scoa.ca to reserve your spot.
The Fling will be held March 13, 2019 at the McClure Church (4025 Taylor St. E.) – Doors open at 1:00 pm.
We will be showing a film, followed by a cardio drumming session (back by popular demand). This is a free event. See our Facebook events page at: https://www.facebook.com/events/587406825065025/ for more information.
If you are coming to the SCOA office, remember to renew your membership – you will receive coupons for discounts at local businesses and your name will be entered in a prize draw. If you are not a member yet, we look forward to having you as part of the SCOA family.
PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH FREINDS, FAMILY, AND TEAM MEMBERS
It’s hard to believe that we are already half way through our 2019 Globe Walk Season already. How time flies when you are having a good time 🙂
Just a reminder:
TEAM MEMBERS: Forward your February kilometres to you team captain, as soon as possible after the last day of the month (Thursday).
CAPTAINS: Forward your February team kilometres to the Globe Walk Coordinator as soon as possible. The final deadline for submission is 11:00 pm, March 10, 2019, but the earlier the better.
The following link will take you directly to the reporting page: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QMDMLFL
You can also find it by clicking on the Captain’s page (above) and scrolling down until you find the MONTHLY TEAM STATS and then click on the February link.
Thanks everyone. I am looking forward to another great month ahead.
DON’T FORGET TO REGISTER FOR OUR FREE GLOBEWALK EVENT ON MARCH 13TH
1:30 – 3:30 PM – McClure Church (doors open at 1 pm)
Movie / Cardio Drumming (Free popcorn)
Call 306 652-0027 or email globewalk@scoa.ca to reserve your spot
I thought I had posted an item about the west coast national parks last Thursday. I have just discovered that we have exceeded our limit on Word Press. I am currently trying to solve the problem by eliminating old posts and photos.
Please have patience – our parks coverage and other announcements will be back 🙂
