Kathy Sosnouski sent me the following email. The article she links is worth a read.
Feeling Stuck? Listen to a Horse
September 13, 2023
Have you ever felt stuck or uncertain about the next steps in your life? Unable to access transformational growth and healing? Imagine a unique partnership between a horse and a human coach, working together to guide you toward a more fulfilling life journey. Horses, with their majestic presence and gentle nature, might hold the key to unlocking feelings of awe, grounding, peace, and hope within us. Dr. Stacey Bean will introduce you to the Equine Gestalt Coaching Method (EGCM) and explain her coaching services and workshops that are part of the process. As a physician, fitness instructor, and nutrition expert, she boasts ample designations:
Dr. Stacey offers a fresh and holistic perspective to coaching the “whole” person. Discover how she can help you achieve a sense of balance and purpose. Join us.
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If you missed Outdoor Yoga with Linda, here’s another chance to partake in slow flow yoga on the shady lawn of McKee Farms Park. This series harmonizes Vinyasa with the more meditative Yin yoga and a relaxed introspective savasana. It’s an all-levels practice, with Linda offering modifications for most poses. We will link our breath with our movement to flow from one pose to the next, using standing and sitting asana. Please bring a mat, hand towel, and (if you have one) a yoga block. We will meet at 9:00 a.m. each Tuesday of August (excluding the 8th) for four classes. While the sessions are free, the Fitchburg Senior Center encourages a small $2-$5 donation. Linda earned her yoga, yin yoga and meditation certifications from Yoga Alliance.
Registration available through the FSC programs.
Selected comments from the June series:
Active Parks, Healthy Cities
August 9, 2023
Fitchburg’s parks department manages roughly 90 areas totaling 830 acres of parkland. This includes 38 parks: five community parks, eight area parks, and 25 neighborhood parks. The city park system also maintains natural plant and wildlife habitat regions, special use spaces, and major trails and paths. These areas encourage physical activities, such as walking, jogging, or cycling. They serve as outdoor hubs, fostering a sense of community and social connection. And they contribute to a healthier environment for us and future generations. Learn more from Scott Endl, Fitchburg’s Director of Parks, Recreation, and Urban Forestry. He’ll discuss:
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Summer Paddle on Lake Wingra
Friday, August 18, 2023—9:30 am Paddling Starts
Join us on lovely Lake Wingra for a one-hour paddle. Beginners welcome. Choose your own rental craft, from a lovely Swan boat to a rowboat to many kinds of kayaks. Each boat has a different rental fee. Your boat setup will be your responsibility. Just let them know you are with the Active Woman’s Group. Email them (at wingra@madisonboats.com) to get the discount code 72 hours before the date and before you book your rental on-line. Learn more at Madison Boats’ website.
If we have over 10 participants, we all get 10% off!
Or bring your own water craft if you prefer. There is no charge for that.
Meet at the Fitchburg Community/Senior Center upper lot to car pool at 8:30 am. We will arrange for a 9:30 group start time.
I don’t think there is a limit on the number who can sign up, but rent early to get the boat you want. Contact Jo Anne Lindberg, 847-733-8050 or openrose@birthlink.com if you have questions. More details later. This event will be good preparation for the next trip! Sign up soon!
The biking group changed their meeting time from 9:30 to 9:00 on Monday mornings. Here is Sherry’s email.
July 12, 2023
Your yard is for the birds… and the squirrels… and the rabbits. Yup, wildlife is present everywhere, even in the densest of cities and suburbs. Do you want to preserve biodiversity while reducing property damage? Then you must cooperate with urban animal communities and their ecosystems. Support a diverse range of native species; make conscious choices about landscaping; and favor environmentally friendly practices. David Drake, Professor and UW-Madison Extension Wildlife Specialist, will help you make a difference. His expertise in wildlife and wildlife damage management in human-dominated landscapes.is exceptional.
Learn how to create, enhance, and manage wildlife habitats in ways that are beneficial to both your property and to the overall ecosystem.
Presentation follow-up
During his presentation, Professor Drake provided tips and recommendations for supporting urban wildlife. He directed us to the Urban Wildlife Project website for more information.
From Sheree Dandurand (sgdandurand@gmail.com): “Our next bike ride will be on Monday, June 5 at 9:30 am. We will meet at the lower level of the Senior Center. Going forward, weather and holidays permitting, we will ride every Monday morning unless otherwise notified.”
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