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Crawford County launches 8-week community walking program

June 20, 2026

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Wis. — Residents will have a new opportunity to stay active this summer as Crawford County on the Move returns for an eight-week program focused on health, education and walking.

The free program, organized by the Crawford County Health Department, will begin the week of July 12 and take place in four communities: Prairie du Chien, Eastman, Seneca and Gays Mills. Participants will meet weekly for a short health education session followed by a group walk. Daily walking logs and weekly health tips will also be provided.

Scheduled meeting times and locations include:

Prairie du Chien, Tuesdays at 5 p.m. starting July 14 at La Riviere Park.

Eastman, Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. starting July 16 at the shelter below the ballpark.

Seneca, Thursdays at 6 p.m. starting July 16 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

Gays Mills, Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. starting July 16 at the Gays Mills Lions Club Shelter.

Registration is open and free. Participants can sign up online at the Crawford County website under “Events and Community Education” or call the health department.

Organizers say the program is designed to help residents stay motivated, connect with others and build healthier habits through regular physical activity.

Crawford County on the Move is sponsored by Crossing Rivers Health, Vernon Health, Kwik Trip and the Crawford County Health Department. Officials said additional sponsors are welcome.

For more information or to register, call 608-326-0229.

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