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Upshur County Trails system hosts Mountaineer Mile hike this month

A group of local residents gathered this month to hike a Mountaineer Mile at the Upshur County Trails. Governor Patrick Morrissey launched the Mountaineer Mile initiative to encourage West Virginians to walk at least one mile daily as part of a broader campaign to improve the state’s health and well-being.
Despite rainy skies, several community members turned out to the Upshur County Trails to hike a Mountaineer Mile on June 18. (Katie Kuba / My Buckhannon)

A group of Upshur County residents gathered this month to encourage others to get moving to stay healthy by hiking a ‘Mountaineer Mile’ at the Upshur County Trails.

Upshur County Commissioner Kristie Tenney, WBOY’s Lauren Winans and Rachel Weber with the volunteer Upshur County Trails group led about 20 people on a one-mile walk during the lunch hour on June 18.

In a bid to get West Virginians on their feet and moving towards a healthier future, Governor Patrick Morrisey launched the “Mountaineer Mile” this year, a new statewide initiative encouraging residents to walk at least one mile each day.

The program aims to improve the overall health and well-being of the state’s population.

Pictured, from left, are Lazarus Sheldon, Lillian Sheldon, Lynnlee Bertelli and Ezekiel Sheldon.

The initiative encourages participants to share their progress and experiences on social media using the hashtag #MountaineerMile, creating a virtual community of support and motivation.

A simple daily walk can lead to a wealth of health benefits, from improving your cardiovascular system to boosting your mental well-being.

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