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Did you know... that trees remove pollutants and carbon dioxide from the air? Also, when shading buildings, trees can reduce the need for air conditioning by 30%.
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WE HOPE TO SEE YOU OUTSIDE! and to help revitalize the city’s outdoor spaces. provided within this brochure to become involved,
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Use the contact information
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are cared for by community members and Although sites highlighted in this brochure
For more information, visit: holyokefoodandfitness.org community leaders and advocacy. through the development of programs, policies,
The HFFPC’s mission is to create and sustain a more healthy and vibrant Holyoke Food and Community Program.
foot or by bike or bus. you will learn how to travel to these places on
map with symbols. These symbols correspond with a key and descriptions of places to visit in the city of Holyoke. Using the map, When you unfold this brochure, you will see a
HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE...
(HFFPC), funded by the Kellogg Foundation’s from the Holyoke Food and Fitness Policy Council This brochure was created using a grant received (lbudd@holyokeymca.org). Food and Fitness Policy Council and Holyoke YMCA group, please contact Liz Budd of the Holyoke organizations. For more information about the discuss opportunities for collaboration between and outdoor recreation. We meet monthly to Holyoke that are interested in natural resources businesses and non-profit organizations in
community organizers, local designers, and representatives from of
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“A walk in the woods... reduces the level of stress chemicals in the body and increases natural killer cells in the immune system, which fight tumors and viruses.” - Jim Robbins “Why Trees Matter” NyTimes.com
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Parents, Friends, and Community Members, Where Do You Go in Your City?
HOLYOKE FARMERS MARKET High Street between Suffolk and Dwight Streets in front of City Hall Thursdays May-October 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM For more information: send an email to: holyokefarmersmarket@ci.holyoke.ma.us
The industrial mill buildings, historical artifacts, and museums in Holyoke tell the story of the city’s unique and interesting past. However, it is important to keep in mind that the city has never stopped
changing and evolving. Its story continues
HOLYOKE OPEN SQUARE FARMERS MARKET 4 Open Square Way in the parking lot Saturdays May-October 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM For more information: contact Suzanne Rataj at farmersmarket@opensquare. com or visit opensquare.com
to unfold as new people move to the city and share their traditions and hobbies with others.
Now, it is your turn to continue Holyoke’s story. One of the best ways to continue this story is to
get outside and explore the
landscape! There are organizations in the city
DONAHUE FARMERS MARKET Donahue Elementary School 210 Whiting Farms Road Saturdays June-October 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM For more information: contact jespinosa@nuestras-raices.org
waiting for you to visit their properties and join them in their missions to
stay healthy and to
enjoy all that Holyoke has to offer. What are you waiting for?
Running outside, compared to running inside, will increase a person’s work load from 2-10% due to air resistance. Run outside for a better workout! - Stacy Berman “The Benefits of Outdoor Exercise” HuffingtonPost.com
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“Countries with higher active transport levels have lower obesity rates. Let’s make our society a healthier and greener place to live.” - ComeAliveOutside.com
Commuting 15 minutes to and from work by bike 5 times per week can burn the equivalent of 11 pounds of fat per year, while saving money on transportation costs! - DenverBikeSharing.org
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Communities benefit greatly from the presence of small farms and local farmers. These farms invest more money into the local economy by purchasing materials locally and hiring from within the community. Farmers markets allow farmers to sell directly to consumers.
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MT. TOM Did you know... that Mt. Tom has 22 miles of hiking trails, including 6.2 miles of the New England National Scenic Trail? The tower at Goat Peak offers great views of the valley and fall hawk watching. Enjoy picnicking, birding, geology and much more in a bio-rich environment covering more than 2000 acres. To get there: Mt. Tom is located on Route 5 between Holyoke and Northampton. For more information: visit mass.gov/dcr/parks/central/mtom.htm or call 413-534-1186.
To get there: Take any bus to the HTC and walk northwest on Dwight Street, turning left onto Beech Street (HUBS is in the Lou Parent Youth Center behind the YMCA, #160). For more information: visit holyokeurbanbikeshop.org or call 413-534-5631 x114.
To get there: On weekdays, from HTC, take bus R25 towards the Holyoke Mall and get off at the Jones Ferry stop. Walk down Jones Ferry Road. Use bus R24 on weekends and get off at the Jones Ferry stop. No Sunday Bus Service. For more information: Visit nuestras-raices. org or thetrustees.org, or call Nuestras Raices at 413535-1789 or the Trustees at 413-532-1631 x13.
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Bus schedules change depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend, and if it is during the school year or summer months. Be sure to check bus schedules and routes before planning your trip. Pick up bus maps and schedules from the HTC at 206 Maple Street. Learn about bus fares from brochures provided at the HTC and be sure to bring exact change on the bus. Children under 6 do not need to pay a fare!
CROSIER FIELD AND PECK SCHOOLYARD GARDEN (B5) Did you know... that a path connecting Peck School and Holyoke High School was recently transformed into a woodland garden? Also be sure to check out Crosier Field, which has tennis courts and sports fields. To get there: Take bus P20 to the South/Harrison stop and take a right onto Russell Terrace. OR take bus B23 on weekdays to the Beech and Linden stop, and walk across the HHS parking lot to the garden. Please do not visit during school hours.
PULASKI PARK (F2) Did you know...that this park was designed over 100 years ago by the same landscape architect (Frederick Law Olmsted) that designed Central Park in NYC? Pulaski Park is located right downtown, and has benches, playgrounds, and beautiful trees to sit underneath. To get there: Walk north from the HTC to the end of Maple Street, or bike from the HTC across Veterans Park and down Chestnut Street (6 min. walk or 2 min. bike ride). For more information: call Holyoke Parks and Recreation at 413-322-5620.
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Did you know...that Springdale Park has 3 baseball diamonds, 2 soccer fields, and 2 water sprays? The park also has shaded pathways underneath beautiful trees for those who prefer to walk.
OUTDOOR SPORTS (Baseball, Tennis, Basketball, Skating)
BUS ROUTES * B48 Weekdays/Saturdays (Northampton/Veterans Park - Connection to Holyoke Mall) B23 Weekdays (Holyoke/Westfield via Holyoke Community College) P20 (Holyoke/Springfield via Holyoke Mall-Riverdale) R24 Weekdays/Saturdays, Only travels to Jones Ferry Stop on Saturdays (Essex/Appleton via Cabot/ Sargent/Holyoke Hospital-Holyoke Mall) R25 Weekdays (South Hadley/Granby/Holyoke/ Holyoke Mall via Lower Main Street) * Routes Not Shown: R10, R22, R29, R41, P11, P21
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JONES FERRY RIVER ACCESS CENTER (BOATHOUSE) Did you know... that all youth
LA FINCA/LAND OF PROVIDENCE Did you know... that the Trustees of Reservations and Nuestras Raíces work together to repair a forest and grow food for the community? Visit this site to learn about native plants, discover our farming diversity and roots in Puerto Rican culture, have a picnic, and check out and support the incubator farmer program. The Trustees offer kayak trips and gardening workshops. Nuestras Raíces also offers educational tours and work days for school groups.
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