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opportunities to get moving and to get outside. And thanks to majestic Lake Michigan and the beautiful topography of southeastern Wisconsin, exercising is as inspiring as it is fun. Hiking, Biking & Running There are dozens of trails to tempt you in the region. There are also many organized events where you can compete or just hang out with like- minded individuals. BIKE TRAILS There are several major biking trails in the region, including the 96-mile Oak Leaf Trail that meanders throughout Milwaukee County, with an extended length along the lakefront; the Ozaukee Interurban Trail , a 30-mile, paved path that follows former railroad tracks between Mequon and Belgium in Ozaukee County; the Hank Aaron State Trail , a 13.5-mile paved path from Lake Michigan west to Miller Park; the Glacial Drumlin Trail , which covers 13 miles in Waukesha County near the communities of Dousman, Pewaukee and Waukesha; the Lake Country Recreation Trail that connects the city of Waukesha with the county’s “lake country;” and the Bugline Trail , a 12- mile path near Menomonee Falls. BIKING EVENTS Tour of America’s Dairyland (TOAD): June 20 - 30, 2019 (Kenosha - Wauwatosa) UPAF Ride for the Arts: June 2, 2019 (Downtown Milwaukee) Riverwest 24 Bike Race: July 26 - 27, 2019 (Riverwest Milwaukee) Santa Cycle Rampage: Early December, 2019 (Wauwatosa - Downtown Milwaukee) POPULAR RUNS, WALKS & TRIATHLONS Arthritis Foundation Walk to Cure Arthritis: May 11, 2019 (Veterans Park - Milwaukee) Pewaukee Multisport Weekend: July 6 - 7, 2019 (Pewaukee Lake) Briggs & Al’s Run & Walk: Sept. 14, 2019 (Downtown Milwaukee) Susan G. Komen® Race for the Cure: Sept. 22, 2019 (Milwaukee Lakefront) Brewers Mini Marathon: Sept. 28, 2019 (Miller Park - Menomonee Valley) Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon: Oct. 6, 2019 (Grafton - Downtown Milwaukee) Health Clubs Milwaukee residents like to stay in shape year-round. In addition to the many tennis courts, jogging paths and bicycle trails located within the public park system, there are numerous indoor facilities as well. Southeastern Wisconsin health clubs vary – from exercise-only facilities to full-service family destinations with classes, day care, weight-loss programs, basketball and indoor tennis courts, as well as access to personal trainers, nutritionists, and massage therapists. Most area health clubs offer a variety of membership packages that are tailored to individual budgets and exercise needs. In addition, many Milwaukee- area employers pay a portion or all of the membership dues for health clubs as part of their comprehensive employee benefit and wellness programs. H E A L T H Y L I V I N G State Parks, Forests & Trails In addition to the many county and city parks, southeastern Wisconsin boasts several state parks and trails that offer a range of hiking, biking, and swimming opportunities: Havenwoods State Forest is Wisconsin’s only urban state forest, featuring 237 acres of grasslands, woods and wetlands in the city of Milwaukee. Lakeshore State Park , located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, provides a unique urban oasis with great views of the city and Lake Michigan. The Hank Aaron State Trail , named in honor of baseball legend Hank Aaron, connects Milwaukee's Miller Park Stadium and the Lake Michigan lakefront. Lapham Peak , the highest point in Waukesha County, provides excellent hiking, backpacking and cross-country skiing, and features a 45-foot observation tower. Harrington Beach State Park is a 715-acre park with more than a mile of beach along Lake Michigan in northern Ozaukee County, near Belgium. The Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest , located near Hartford, includes a 522-acre, spring-fed lake, and Powder Hill, a large glacial kame featuring great views. Kettle Moraine Northern and Southern Units are comprised of more than 50,000 acres of glacial hills and lakes stretching across the southeastern side of the state. Glacial Drumlin State Trail stretches for 52 miles through farmlands and glacial topography. The trail travels through 10 small towns from Cottage Grove to Waukesha. @discoverMKE.com / discovermilwaukee.com 85