Walking Gators Return from the Big Apple
Walking Gators is a campus walking program organized by the Healthy Gators 2010 coalition with six routes located throughout campus. Each route is approximately 20 minutes long and meets every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday throughout the spring and fall semesters.
If you are interested in walking with us, check the route maps below for starting times and locations. No registration is required, just show up and look for a route leader in an orange Healthy Gators 2010 T-shirt!
Our Virtual Trip Kicked Off on All Campus Routes on Sept. 29
In spring 2009, Walking Gators’ participants collectively walked more than 2,400 miles by going on a virtual trip from Gainesville to New York City.
Between Sept. 29 and Dec. 14, participants will return to the Swamp by virtually traveling from New York City to Richmond, VA and Charlotte, NC. Parrticipants plan to “walk” more than 1,300 miles and take the trip’s total mileage since January to approximately 3,700. See the virtual trip details here.
Trip Update: As of Monday, Nov. 9, the Walking Gators have collectively walked 858 miles. Only 275 more to go to reach their final destination of Gainesville by Dec. 14.
Trip Drawings
Participants will receive a ticket each time they walk, and three winners will be selected for each of the three prize drawings. The prizes include a $30 and two $10 gift cards to local restaurants each time. The winning ticket numbers will be posted by 6 p.m. on the day of each drawing.
If you would like to receive email notices about drawing winners and biweekly updates on the progress of the virtual trip, please contact Jane Emmerée at Emmeree@ufl.edu.
November 9 Drawing Winners for Napolitanos' Gift Certificates
Ticket No., Amount, Winner
714756--$30
588002--$10
588500--$10, Diane Gatsche, Cultural Plaza route
Winners must contact Jane Emmerée by Thursday, Nov. 19 to receive their gift certificate! Please let her know what route you walk! She may be reached at emmeree@ufl.edu or 392-1161 ext. 4281. If prizes are not redeemed by then, Jane will pick another winner, so keep your tickets just in case!
Future Drawings:
Dec. 14- The Swamp Restaurant
Routes: (Click on the route name below to see map and start times)
Century Tower --Leaves from Smathers Library (Library East)
Pony Field Express -- New Route!
Swamp Route: Start time changed from spring semester to 12:15 p.m.
If you would like to be a route leader or have questions about a specific route, please contact the route captain listed on each map. Check with captains for break week schedules.
Walking Gators Staff Roles
Walking Gators FAQ
If you have any questions or comments about the program, please contact Jane Emmerée, 392-1161 ext. 4281 or emmeree@ufl.edu.
*There are potential risks associated with participation in any exercise program. You are advised and encouraged to consult with your personal physician before engaging in this activity.
