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Motivating Central Wisconsin to live healthier, more active lives by producing and promoting challenging aerobic activities and recreational resources that encourage active lifestyles.

What is your favorite way to be active? Get out and get moving in Portage County, Wisconsin. Explore the wonderful ways to stay moving and healthy on foot or bike in the Central Wisconsin region. Register and train for an upcoming event with family and friends, or just explore the trails and routes for fun.

Being active helps reduce the risks of heart disease, diabetes, stress-related issues and other health problems stemming from being sedentary. Find fun ways to reduce your risk, and participate in local health and fitness events, like Walk Wisconsin.

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Hard Rocks Hiking Challenge

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Moon Walk Wisconsin

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Active Portage County News

Get Ready for Active Portage County Events

Active Portage County hosts annual fitness events to promote healthy lifestyles to people of all ages. Mark your calendar for four of our fun hosted events:

Walk Wisconsin walking marathon under the summer sunshine each June along the Green Circle Trail.

Moon Walk Wisconsin each October following the Tomorrow River State Trail. (Biggest perk? Enjoying the natural beauty of the Tomorrow River State Trail under the light of the full moon!)

A new non-competitive hiking challenge called the Hard Rocks Hiking Challenge hosted at Standing Rocks County Park in September (when the fall foliage is at its peak).

The brand new non-competitive biking event PedaLoops hosted in May at Standing Rocks County Park. A.K.A. The Sore Butt Ride

Pack each season of your calendar with enough feel-good fitness endorphins to keep you going year round. Visit the events tab on our website for a complete list of year-round active events.

The Details:

During Walk Wisconsin in June there are four distance walking options to choose from, including the ¼ marathon (6.5 miles), half marathon (13.1 miles), ¾ marathon (19.6 miles) and full marathon (26.2 miles). There is also a Kids Walk Wisconsin option for children and their families that include a 2.62 mile or 1.31 mile walk.

Moon Walk Wisconsin is similar in set-up, but offers 12, 8 and 4 mile walking options along the limestone covered Tomorrow River State Trail. Lit pumpkins act as mile markers and sporting a costume during the walk is encouraged.

To pose an active challenge while capitalizing on the positive benefits of walking, the Hard Rocks Hiking Challenge was born. Take in the breathtakingly beautiful landscapes at Standing Rocks while pushing yourself on breathtakingly challenging hiking routes with 8K (5.2 miles) and 12K (8.3 mile) distance options.

PedaLoops is being added in the spring of 2016 to introduce biking as a lower-impact, cardiovascular activity that is easy on joints. Multiple biking loop options at Standing Rocks County Park act as the perfect place to break out your bike for the first ride of spring.

Events featured on the Active Portage County website allow all ages and ability levels to participate in non-competitive, multiple distance fitness opportunities. Each of our events encourages people to live healthy lifestyles all year long.

Did you know that walking, hiking and biking are effective ways to improve personal health, lower stress and encourage weight loss? In addition to numerous positive health benefits, these activities are a great way to pass the time with family and friends. John Jury, an Active Portage County Committee member, agrees. ” Participating in each event we host is a great way for families and friends to spend quality time together while improving their health.”

Set yourself up for success! Training schedules and registration forms for Walk Wisconsin, Moon Walk Wisconsin, Hard Rocks Hiking Challenge and PedaLoops are available at ActivePortageCounty.com. A full calendar of events that promote healthy living is available at here.

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Event Participant Testimonials

Can’t find the motivation you need to get on track to living a healthier lifestyle? Past participants of Walk Wisconsin share their stories about how this event positively influenced their physical, emotional and mental health.

“I needed a goal in my life, something to look forward to, and Walk Wisconsin turned out to be the best thing for me. When I first heard about Walk Wisconsin, I started out thinking one mile was a long walk. But today that's just barely a warm up for me. Walking keeps me well!” – Michaelene

“I heard about the walk from folks in my Weight Watchers class and I wanted to train for it and try it. I completed the walk in 3 hours and 17 minutes and only took two bathroom/food breaks along the way. Walk Wisconsin felt great!” – Leo G.

"After losing several family members over recent years to diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease, I felt it was finally time to take care of myself. I have been severely overwight my entire life, and this past January I started the Weight Watchers Program. I've since lost 40lbs and am still going strong. My sister-in-law is a runner and is always encouraging me to do a run with her. When I heard the radio ad for Walk Wisconsin, I KNEW we had to do it together! I called her to tell her about it, and we signed up that night. Non-competitive and running was discouraged . . . that was JUST what I was looking for. We walked the ¼ marathon together chatting and catching up along the way. The experience was so good that I made an appointment with my doctor to talk about whether or not running is a good choice for me. If so, I plan to start training for my first 5K! Regardless of what the doctor says about running, my sister-in-law and I will be back for Walk Wisconsin again. Thank you for doing what you do and being a part of my journey!" - Rhonda E.

“I've done Walk Wisconsin every year but one. Now I'm 83 and I just wanted to see if I could still do it. I did!” – Marilyn W.

“I have been a long devotee to exercise. Several years ago (after I had to give up running) my wife got me walking half-marathons – this is how we found Walk Wisconsin. Walk Wisconsin is without question scenic and the non-competitive, no-timing-chip nature is refreshing. We live in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and we think the 4 hour drive to Stevens Point is well worth the experience. I tell every walker I know that they must do Walk Wisconsin sometime in their lifetime. I wear my "Walk Wisconsin" cap with pride everywhere I go.” – Dennis Y.

“Walking a marathon was on my bucket list and having a ‘walker’s only’ event was great. The Green Circle Trail is perfect and the variety of terrain, surface and scenery made the time fly by. Two friends joined me on the walk and we made the event a road trip as we live in the Kansas City area. I would love to do Walk Wisconsin again. This event will be hard to beat!” – Vicki K.

“This event is a great way to stay active, and I absolutely love the Green Circle Trail. It is beautiful. This is a day for my friends and I to detach from the crazy lives we have to enjoy our friendships and tons of nature in a healthy way.“ – Leanne B.

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Get Ready for Walk Wisconsin!

Stevens Point will be hosting the annual Walk Wisconsin event Saturday, June 3, 2017 along the Green Circle Trail. Walk Wisconsin allows all ages and ability levels to participate in a non-competitive, multiple distances walking event. Being the leading walking event in the Midwest it encourages people to continue to live healthy lifestyles all year long.

Walking is an effective way to improve personal health, lower stress, encourage weight loss and has many other positive benefits. John Jury, a Walk Wisconsin Committee member states,” It is a great, active way for families and friends to spend quality time together, while improving their health.” There are four options to choose from, including the ¼ marathon (6.5 miles), half marathon (13.1 miles), ¾ marathon (19.6 miles) and full marathon (26.2 miles) options. There is also a Kids Walk Wisconsin option for children and their families that includes a 2.62 mile or 1.31 mile walk. Training schedules and registration forms are available for you at www.walkwisconsin.com.

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Upcoming Events

September 09, 2017

Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament

Gus Macker 3 on 3 basketball Tournament. Stevens Point is a city that has a great following for the sport of basketball. From its nationally known High School boys basketball team, to its multiple national championship winning men's and woman's basketball program from UW-Stevens Point. Please come visit small town basketball USA and be a part of a great community event!

September 09, 2017

9/9 12:00 PM Volleyball vs Gustavus Adolphus College Volleyball vs Gustavus Adolphus College\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6365

September 10, 2017

9/10 1:00 PM Women's Soccer vs Illinois Institute of Technology Women's Soccer vs Illinois Institute of Technology\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6344

September 10, 2017

9/10 1:00 PM [W] Women's Soccer vs Illinois Institute of Technology [W] Women's Soccer vs Illinois Institute of Technology\nW 3-0\nStreaming Video: https://portal.stretchinternet.com/uwsp/\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6344

September 15, 2017

Golden Sands Speedway - Ladies Night

Adult GA Ticket: $12.00
Seniors 65+ Ticket: $9.00
Kids 6-12 GA Ticket: $7.00
Kids 5 And Under GA Ticket: Free
Family Pass (2 Adults, 4 Kids): $30.00
Pit Pass: $30.00

Pit Gates Open: 3pm
Fan Gates Open: 5pm
Time Trials: 6:30pm
Racing Starts: 7:45pm

September 16, 2017

Pointoberfest/Blubber Run

Blubber Run
3 PM start-time, Packet pick-up at 1:30 PM
Start this exciting day with a 5-K Fun Run! Put on your running shoes and funny costumes and join the fun. Featuring a "Point Beer Stop" half-way through. Must be 21 years or older to participate. Limit of 500 runners! The 4th annual Blubber Run 5K includes a t-shirt, admission to Pointoberfest, live music, and 30+ beers/hard ciders to choose from. Make sure to dress up for the Costume Contest! Trophies will be given for "Best Group Costume" and "Best Costume," as well as fastest female and male runners!
Run Registration - $25 Advance, $35 Day Of (includes Pointoberfest admission)

OCTOBERFEST
Dust off your lederhosen and dirndl dresses! It's time for our 6th annual Pointoberfest celebration, held across the street from the historic Stevens Point Brewery. Choose from 30+ Point Craft Beers and Ciderboys Hard Ciders, and enjoy with a souvenir event mug, food, and friends. Live music kicks off at 4 PM with Stetsin and Lace! This WI powerhouse features two of the Midwest's finest vocalists, the high-octane drumming of John Barnes (Road Crew), former Sweet Tarts members Gus Alvarez Jr. and Eric Kaplan Nestor, and veteran touring/session guitarist Angelo Petropoulos. Expect toasts in between. Prost!

Tickets
$25 Advance, $30 Day Of
Purchase Online, at Point Brewery Gift Shop, UWSP Ticket Office & Trig's Cellar 70.
*Proceeds benefit Pints for Prostates.

September 16, 2017

Gilbert Brown and Friends Meet and Greet

Gilbert Brown and friends will be joining us to raise funds for the Gilbert Brown Foundation.

September 17, 2017

9/17 1:00 PM Women's Soccer vs Ripon College Women's Soccer vs Ripon College\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6346

September 17, 2017

9/17 1:00 PM [W] Women's Soccer vs Ripon College [W] Women's Soccer vs Ripon College\nW 3-0\nStreaming Video: https://portal.stretchinternet.com/uwsp/\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6346

September 18, 2017

UW-Stevens Point Golf Outing

UW-Stevens Point School of Business and Economics is hosting a scholarship golf outing and networking event. Join them for a 18 hole scramble with a cart at the Wisconsin River Golf Course.

Registration and free range practices begins at 10 a.m.
Shotgun starts at 11 a.m.
Box lunch included
Limited to the first 144 golfers
Hors d'oeurves to follow
Networking from 4-6 p.m.

Golfing Rates

General $75 per person
Student $70 per person

Registration is due by September 13th.

September 20, 2017

9/20 4:00 PM Women's Soccer vs Carroll University Women's Soccer vs Carroll University\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6347

September 22, 2017

Golden Sands Speedway - Championship Night

September 23, 2017

9/23 4:00 PM Football vs Adrian College Football vs Adrian College\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6329

September 23, 2017

Spud Run

SPUD RUN 2017
Once again the highlight of this year’s Spud Bowl is the fifth annual Spud Run - a pre-game 5K run/walk starting and finishing in the stadium with a tailgate celebration. Race registrants will receive a T-shirt, choice of a baked potato or French fries at the finish line, Point Root Beer, and a ticket to the football game with all proceeds going to fund Spud Bowl scholarships.

We are offering an opportunity for children (12 and under) to run for FREE with the purchase of an adult.
Tailgaters can join the festivities by enjoying complimentary potatoes and fries after the race.

Race Schedule:
Parking in the old Mid-State Technical College Lot
1:00-1:50 p.m. Run Packet Pick-up (includes bib number, T-shirt and game ticket) at the NW corner of Goerke Track
2 p.m. Race Start
2 p.m.-4 p.m. Potato/French fry feed in the stadium
4 p.m. Kickoff: UW-Stevens Point football home opener vs. Adrian College

September 24, 2017

9/24 8:30 AM Women's Tennis vs Lawrence University Women's Tennis vs Lawrence University\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6469

September 24, 2017

9/24 3:00 PM Women's Tennis vs Milwaukee School of Engineering Women's Tennis vs Milwaukee School of Engineering\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6470

September 27, 2017

9/27 7:00 PM Volleyball vs UW-Stout Volleyball vs UW-Stout\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6380

September 27, 2017

9/27 3:30 PM Women's Tennis vs UW-Whitewater Women's Tennis vs UW-Whitewater\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6471

September 29, 2017

Golden Sands Speedway - Eve of Devastation

September 30, 2017

9/30 Football vs UW-La Crosse Football vs UW-La Crosse\n http://athletics.uwsp.edu/calendar.aspx?id=6330

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