I can’t believe that it is November already!! Time really does fly when you’re having fun. Despite some rather wet days we have continued to enjoy our walks and on many occasions we have encouraged the sun to shine for us . This really is a beautiful time of the year to get outdoors and blow away the cobwebs , feel the cold on our cheeks, breathe in the fresh air and burn some calories so that we can enjoy some comfort food without worrying too much about filling out!
Why wait until January to up your exercise regime? Get a head start now and make the most of sunny days, blue skies and mood lifting moments in nature.
Read on to see what is coming up over the next couple of months and please feel free to get in touch with any queries you may have. I know there may be some of you reading this that have for whatever reason fallen by the wayside. Maybe you would like to get going again but don’t know where to start. We are here to help you so please give me a call or send an email and hopefully we can find a session that fits in with your goals.
It was great to welcome Simon back to Sywell last Friday. I do really appreciate the role that both Simon and Kara perform for me , leading you and ensuring your safety, and I am certain that you will be thrilled to see Explorer WALX back on a Fridays 11.00 at Sywell.
Saturdays
The eagle eyed among you will have spotted a slight change to our Saturday programme. Most weeks we start with Saturday Strideout at 9.30. This is a fast paced 3 mile walk where the focus is on walking well to improve pace and technique which in turn will improve cardiovascular fitness and calorie burn. A great class for you if you can keep up a Gear 2 pace whilst holding a conversation and are working to include some sections of Gear 3 and Top Gear walking. ( Contact me if you have not done Power of Poles 2 as you will need some additional tuition to understand Gear 3 and Top Gear.)
At 11.00 you will see the Saturday Improver. This one is perfect for you if you are unable to make the steadier pace classes in the week, are newish to Nordic Walking and would like to progress following on from the Power of Poles, check up on your technique or just fancy an additional class at a steadier pace than the 9.30 session.
Why not come early at 10.30 and have a coffee with the earlier group. We’re a friendly bunch.
One Saturday a month we will hold a longer Explorer WALX with either a café or pub included. These will tend to be around the 5/6 mile range.
Saturday 18th November – Artizan Market Explorer WALX
Join us for the 3rd year attending this event at Elliotts Rectory Farm . We will enjoy a lovely walk across the fields around Moulton and Overstone before dropping in to visit the Artizan Market on the Farm . There will be lots of local stalls selling various foodstuffs, crafts, etc including our very own John and Linda with their fabulous paintings and cards. There will also be time to enjoy a warming drink and a bite to eat if you wish.
I really do hope you will support this venture as a farming family attempt to diversify .
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Lots of you have been asking about our plans for Christmas.
Saturday 2nd December – CHRISTMAS GET TOGETHER IN ORLINGBURY
Come and enjoy a festive start to Christmas Orlingbury style!
Weather permitting we will have a walk ( 2/3 miles ) taking in some of the Advent Windows at various houses around the village ( or you can go for a wander later ). Then we will go back to my house for Soup, Crusty Bread and Mince Pies/ Cake etc.
I’m sure that a Quiz may be involved too! There is also an Advent Market in the Village Hall in the afternoon so you may like to call in there before you head home .
If anyone fancies baking something then please let me know as I will be seeking volunteers.
Thursday 7th December 6pm ( subject to availability at the time of booking )
DELAPRE WINTER LIGHT TRAIL
https://www.winterlighttrail.co.uk/northampton
Read more about it by clicking the link above.
We had a fab time last year and several people have asked to go back .
PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO COME – NO LATER THAN SUNDAY 11TH NOVEMBER so that I can BOOK tickets. Tickets are £15 adult, £13 Seniors. I will let you know how to pay later.
Saturday 16th December – CHRISTMAS HAT/JUMPER WALK – SYWELL COUNTRY PARK 10.30am
Pop on a Christmas Hat, jumper or deck yourself in tinsel and baubles and join your WALX HOTS friends to walk at our favourite Country Park before sharing a hot drink and some tasty treats. Get creative and see what you can come up with!
JANUARY POST CHRISTMAS PUB LUNCH – more details to follow but put Saturday 27th January in your diaries. After the crazy business of family gatherings and parties is behind us we should be ready for a get together .
CHRISTMAS SHOP ‘N’ DROP
I just want to let you know about my Christmas Shop and Drop. With Christmas coming people will be asking you what is on your Christmas List, so take a look at the WALX Store to see if anything tempts you. Maybe some NEW poles, gloves, clothing, bags etc. Maybe even buy a Power of Poles Gift for a friend?
Take a look below for inspiration.
At Checkout enter the discount code hartleychristmas to save on the postage charges. All items will be delivered to me on 15th December in time for me to pass on to you wrap for Christmas.
SAVE THE PLANET-One Box. One Driver , One Van.
AND FINALLY FOR NOW….. some tips on finding your WALX and booking.
- Use the PDF List that I send out with the Easy Book Links. OR
- Go to walxheartoftheshires.co.uk rather than the walx.co.uk and Login to see Booking Calendar which should show my sessions primarily, along with the HQ Virtual sessions that are FREE to all those who have the Monthly Direct Debit package.
- DON’T FORGET TO CHECKOUT ONCE YOU HAVE ALL YOUR BOOKINGS IN THE SHOPPING TROLLEY otherwise they will sit there and you won’t be booked into your sessions.
I hope that helps.
That’s all for now folks.
KEEEEP WALXING!
Helen xx
Thank you SOOO much to Claire who hosted us recently for an Explorer WALX in her beautiful village of Nassington. We’ll definitely do it again as it was FAB!