Move More May Events

Bike

Bike Commute Intro – May 7^th and 19^th at the King County Chinook Building. Seminars are from noon to 1:30 p.m. No registration required – just show up. May 7^th is in room 115 and May 19^th is in room 123. Seminars are taught by Cascade Bike Club representatives, open to all and free. For more info, call 206-205-5017.

Join other King County co-workers in the May 16^th Tour de Cure benefiting the American Diabetes Association. The King County team, Blood, Sweat & Gears, is recruiting new riders. Register online at http://tour.diabetes.org/site/PageServer?pagename=TC_signup and click on Join a Team or click here for more info on the team.

7 Hills of Kirkland – May 25^th. Ride 40, 60 or 100 miles of scenic and challenging routes with food, support and strawberry shortcake at the finish line. Proceeds support KITH’s mission to defeat homelessness. $30 - $60. Info at www.7hillskirkland.org or 425.576.9531 Ext 106.

Bicycle Sundays – starting this month, Lake Washington Boulevard from Mount Baker Beach to Seward Park will be closed to motorized traffic every Sunday. Bike riders and other person-powered vehicles can ride in the middle of the road and enjoy the views from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more info on route, times, etc. go to www.seattle.gov/parks/bicyclesunday or call 206-684-4075.

Bike to Work Day and Month – join a team or ride on your own for Bike to Work Month, or ride May 15^th on Bike to Work Day. Read all about it online or call 206-205-5017.

Walk

Arboretum Walks – May 16^th from the Graham Visitors Center at the Washington Park Arboretum, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. This free, guided walk focuses on season plants, native plants and local ecology. No pre-registration required. Call 206-543-8800 or visit www.depts.washington.edu/wpa/adulttours.htm .

Seattle Architecture Foundation tours – Every Thurs, Fri and Sat. Walking tours begin at 10 a.m. and are about 2 hours long. Topics include art deco buildings, skyscrapers, design details, and neighborhood transformations including Pioneer Square, Ballard, Capital Hill and Harvard Belmont District. $15-$20. Visit www.seattlearchitecture.org or call 206-667-9184.

Carkeek Park Evening Plant Walk – May 6^th at 6:30 p.m. Join Brianne Cohen for an evening exploration of the flora of Carkeek Park in celebration of Native Plant Appreciation Week. Free. More info is online at www.wnps.org/npaw or call 206-465-5055.

Early Morning Bird Walk - May 16^th at 6:45 a.m. Bring binoculars and meet at the zoo’s South Entrance (N. 50^th St.) for a two-hour bird walk. The walk will focus on the migratory birds that flock to the northwest from Central and South America for mating each spring. Limited to the first 50 – free to members, charge to non members. Call 206-548-2500 or visit www.zoo.org to register.

Lake Wilderness Arboretum Tour – May 16^th at 10 a.m. Learn about plants and points of interest on this casual walk. Meet at the Arboretum gazebo. Free. More info at www.lakewildernessarboretum.org or call 425-413-2572.

Seattle Brain Cancer Walk – May 30^th. Benefit event to support the Center for Advanced Brain Tumor Treatment. $10 fee. Visit www.braincancerwalk.org or call 206-343-1543.

Walk to Empower - May 10^th at 9 a.m. Walk benefits Breast Cancer Network of Strength, providing emotional support to people affected by the disease. Free. Info is online at www.walk.networkofstrength.org or call 877-963-7223.

Run 

Auburn ’s Dog Trot 3K Fun Run – May 30^th at 9:30 a.m. Register in advance for $15 or day of event for $20. The flat route is fun for families of the two and four-legged species alike. Visit www.auburnwa.gov or call 253-931-3043. Event is held in conjunction with Petapalooza.

Great Kilted Run 5K – May 31^st at 9:30 a.m. Run or walk in a festive event where participants are strongly encouraged to wear a kilt. Free kids’ dash. $25 - $35. Registration required. Visit www.promotionevents.com/greatkilted/GKR_home for info or call 206-729-9972.

Hike 

Cedar River Watershed Wetlands Hike – May 16^th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Explore the dramatic and pristine wetlands surrounding the Cedar River that provide fish and wildlife habitat and produce clean water in the Cedar River Municipal Watershed, guided by botanist Clay Antieau. Age 15 and over. Bring lunch/water, rain gear, hiking gear and be prepared for uneven and steep terrain. $15. Go to the City of Seattle web site for more info, or call 206-733-9421.

Issaquah Alps Trails Club – Several hikes during May. Leave from the clubhouse at First and Bush Streets at 9:30 a.m. Hikes vary in difficulty and length. Some allow dogs. Visit www.issaquahalps.org for full schedule and details.

Mount St. Helens Institute hike – May 21^st. Open to all ages, hikes ranging from 4-10 miles on easy to difficult terrain. Free but registration is required. For info, go to http://www.mshinstitute.org/Sunday%20Hikes or call 360-449-7883.

Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge – Nine hikes and walks throughout May to explore flora/fauna, watch birds, or learn about native plants. No pets allowed. For info, call 360-753-9467

Boat

Introduction to Sailing – May 16^th at 1:00 p.m. Sail on Puget Sound as a passenger or learn basic sailing skills. $55. For more info, call 206-784-9386.

Learn 

Orienteering – May 23^rd at the Gig Harbor Street Scramble. No experience is required and instruction is available. Participate as a race or take your time on an easy stroll. $7 - $12. For info, visit www.cascsadeoc.org.

Share your favorite activity or submit a Move More testimonial. E-mail health.matters@kingcounty.gov or call 206-263-6085.