Downtown Johnstown to host community walks

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Recreation Economic Committee (REC) announced the return of a step challenge and “WalkWorks Wednesday” back to downtown Johnstown.

Starting on Wednesday, May 29, the walking group will meet near the Cambria County Library, on the corner of Main Street and Walnut Street, and will follow a predetermined route. Anyone is welcome to join.

“We’re looking forward to this year’s step challenge, WalkWorks, and the Facebook hashtags,” Center for Population Health Communications Coordinator Allie Byers said. “We’re hoping that the step challenge will entice more people to take part in this healthy challenge, especially since we will have prizes for the top three finishers. The Facebook hashtags will be a fun way to see people from all over walking and working toward a healthier lifestyle.”

The step challenge will take place in downtown Johnstown May 29, June 5, June12, June 19, June 26 and July 3 starting at noon. The StepUp app will be used to compile all of the walkers’ daily steps. The top three finishers will receive a prize. If you’d like to be part of the step challenge and register or want more information, email Allie Byers at abyers@centerforpophealth.org.

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Johnstown’s WalkWorks route encompasses 1.8 miles and includes many scenic and historic sites in the city, including the Stone Bridge, the Johnstown Flood Museum and the Iron to Arts Corridor. There is also a shorter 1-mile option. WalkWorks signs pepper the city streets to keep walkers on the correct route.

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