SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb., – Area residents are invited to enjoy western Nebraska’s fall weather and a walk with family and friends during the first community Volkswalk on Saturday, Oct. 8. Popular throughout the U.S., Volkswalks are non-competitive, recreational walks that promote well-being and good health through safe exercise in a stress-free environment.

The 10k walk (6.2 miles) will start and end at Regional West Medical Center South Plaza. Registration is from 8 to 11 a.m. and walkers are welcome to begin the route after registering. A 5k route is also available.

The walk is free to all participants and all ages are welcome. For those wishing to join the Achievement Awards Program through the American Volkssport Association, the cost is $3 and can be paid at registration. Achievement Awards Program members receive a special award for completing the walk.

Participants should bring a water bottle and wear comfortable shoes. Water and snacks will be provided at various checkpoints along the route and all walkers are eligible for prize drawings during the event.

The community Volkswalk is sponsored by Regional West Medical Center, the YMCA of Scottsbluff, the Scottsbluff Wellness Coalition, and Western Nebraska Community College. For more information, contact Lynn Macken at 308-630-1614. 

Regional West Health Services , Scottsbluff, Neb., is the parent company for Regional West Medical Center and Regional West Physicians Clinic. These organizations, with over 1,800 employees, provide comprehensive and innovative health care services for the people and communities of western Nebraska and the neighboring states of Colorado, South Dakota and Wyoming. With over 110 active physicians, 95 percent of whom are board certified or board eligible, plus an additional 25 consulting specialists, the Regional West family of health care organizations offers care that spans more than 30 medical specialties.