Let's Walk
Walking is one of the easiest ways to be physically active. No matter what your fitness level is, you
can choose your own pace and distance to better health! You can do it almost anywhere, with anyone,
at any time and it is FREE. All you need is a good pair of walking shoes, comfortable clothing, water
and a place to walk. And here are a few!
SPCA - Historic Walking Tour
Come and enjoy this historically rich walk indowntown Fieldale. Learn about the history of the city,
residents, and the way of life in this small town that was
once the foundation of a leading textile factory. The
festival’s walking tour is a part of the community
revitalization efforts. Fieldale is a historic district - having
been established in 1917 and named for its famous founder,
Marshall Field, Sr. The festival is hosted at the Fieldale
Community Center in the spring. The walk is FREE and open
to the public.
Tour de Scholar
The Martinsville-Henry County Chamber of Commerce'sEducation Foundation in conjunction with Activate sponsors the annual
Tour de Scholar charity bike ride. The Tour de Scholar is open to all
ages and offers several routes. Participants can choose from a 5-mile,
25-mile, or 60-mile trek. For more information on this event contact:
Chamber of Commerce at (276) 632-6401.
Great Goblin Gallop 5K Race
Henry County Parks and Recreation in conjunctionwith the Martinsville Department of Leisure Services sponsors the
annual Great Goblin Gallop 5K Race each October. The race course is a
beautiful, fairly level loop around Lake Lanier in Martinsville. For more
information contact: Henry County Parks and Recreation at
(276) 634-4645.
Uptown Martinsville Historic Walk
The Uptown Historic Walk and Talk is a one-hourguided walking tour hosted by Activate, Martinsville Uptown
Revitalization Association and Martinsville-Henry County
Historical Society. Learn about historic points of interest and
hear interesting stories of yesteryear in Uptown Martinsville
as Activate staff teaches safe walking habits and five
walking mistakes to avoid. For more information or to set
up a tour for your group or club contact:
Activate at (276) 638-2523 Ext. 204 or 331.
“I Spy” Adventure in Uptown Martinsville
This self-guided, historically enriched tour will have you looking everywhich way you can to find the picture clues. This will be great fun
for everyone as you learn the history of Martinsville and Henry County.
For more information contact:
Activate at (276) 638-2523 Ext. 204 or 331.
JOIN A WALKING GROUP!
Low Impact Walk - FREE
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday12:00-1:00 p.m.
Come and join the Low Impact Walk at the Martinsville YMCA. This walk is open to all ages and fitness levels and is geared to assist walkers that are interested in beginning their journey to better health. You set the pace, you set the distance. For more information contact Activate at (276) 638-2523 Ext. 204 or 331.
Sponsored by: Activate and YMCA
Liberty Fair Mall's Mall Walker Program - FREE
Monday through Friday beginning at 7:00 a.m.Sunday beginning at 11:00 a.m.
This program is a part of your healthy pursuit towards fitness. The program is being offered by Liberty Fair Mall, Henry County Parks and Recreation, and Activate. This program offers incentives for meeting set milestones. For more information contact the mall office at
(276) 666-2340 or Activate at (276) 638-2523 Ext. 331 or 204.
Sponsored by: Liberty Fair Mall, Henry Parks and Recreation and Activate
Tuesday Morning Stroll - FREE
2009 Schedule:January 6th– Liberty Fair Mall (meet inside beside Goody's)
February 3rd– Martinsville YMCA (meet at the front lobby)
March 3rd– Fieldale Trail: Phase I (3521 S. River Road, Fieldale)
April 7th– Fieldale Trail: Phase II (same as above)
May 5th– Uptown Spur Trail (meet at the Gazebo on Lester Street)
June 2nd– Doe Run Park (270 Dupont Road, Martinsville)
July 7th– Gravely Nature Preserve (2525 Eggleston Falls Rd., Ridgeway)
August 4th– Jack Dalton Park (3300 Kings Mountain Road, Collinsville)
September 1st– Fieldale Trail: Phase I
October 6th– Fieldale Trail: Phase II
November 3rd– Uptown Spur Trail
December 1st– Liberty Fair Mall
Join us the 1st Tuesday of each month for an easy-paced walk at
various venues around Martinsville and Henry County. The event is
free, and open to all ages! All walks begin at 9:00 a.m.
Please pre-register by calling (276) 634-2545 or (276) 634-4643. Sponsored by: Dan River Basin Association, Henry County Parks and Recreation, Activate, and YMCA
Lunch on the Run - FREE
Tuesday and Thursday12:05 p.m.
Make the most of your lunch! Join other residents of Martinsville and Henry County as they meet at the Uptown Farmers Market to walk. Enjoy the Uptown atmosphere and the beautiful landscaping on the Rail Trail. When you are done, enjoy a 10% discount on your lunch from Daily Grind or Tasty Creme.
Sponsored by: Henry County Bike Club
Seniors Walking Group - FREE
January thru June 10:00 a.m.July, August, and September 8:30 am
October thru December 10:00 am
Tuesday and Thursday
Join the Senior's Walking Group coordinated by Martinsville Senior Services. Participants meet at the trailhead of the Martinsville Uptown Rail Trail. Enjoy other seniors as you get in your daily walk and enjoy the sites of the Uptown Rail Trail. For more information contact: Martinsville Leisure Services at (276) 403-5260.
Sponsored by: Martinsville Senior Services
