WELLFEST! FAQs

 

What is WELLFEST!?

WELLFEST! is A Day in Motion celebrating physical activity and pursuing great health.   WELLFEST! is a call to action from Bridges to Wellness to children, families and the community to get up, get outside and get moving.  Most importantly, WELLFEST! is a collection of fun activities and games to encourage participants to rediscover the joys and benefits of being physically active.

WELLFEST! will include:

  • 5k Race and 1 Mile Fun Run through beautiful downtown Siloam Springs
  • 50 Mile, ½ Century Ride showcasing Northwest Benton County
  • 5 Mile & 10 Mile Bicycle rides with a loop around La-Z-Boy Park and City Lake
  • Family Fun Challenge course complete with Hula-Hoops, Monkey Bars, Jumping Jacks, Jump Rope, Hop Scotch, Basketball Toss, Soccer, Golf Shots, and Football Toss
  • Frisbee games, where discs fly and bodies move
  • Fresh Start:  gentle exercise options including, Yoga, Taekwondo, and Calisthenics
  • Culinary Delights:  demonstrations and recipes for great tasting, good for you food

    • What is the reason for WELLFEST!?

    According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, physical activity is one of the most important steps that Americans of all ages can take to improve their health.

    It’s Fun, it’s Healthy, it Showcases Siloam Springs.  WELLFEST! is a program of Bridges to Wellness, a Siloam Springs based nonprofit organization comprised of a network of health care providers, and business and community leaders committed to promoting the health and well-being of the greater Siloam Springs region.

    When is WELLFEST!?

    WELLFEST! 2012 is Saturday, June 9th

    Where will WELLFEST! take place?

    Downtown Siloam Springs. Registration and all events start in Bob Henry Park at the corner of Benton and Maple Streets.

    Who can participate in WELLFEST!

    Everyone, activities are for all ages and abilities.

    What does WELLFEST! cost?

    FREE*! FREE*! FREE*!  * with registration before by May 26, 2012.  After May 26 registration will be $5 for the 5k Run and or 50 Mile, ½ Century Bicycle ride.  Other WELLFEST! events will be FREE! Register Online!