Health District’s “Walk Around Nevada” program celebrates 20th anniversary
Free program offers unique way to achieve health goals
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
April 17, 2025
LAS VEGAS – The Southern Nevada Health District is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Walk Around Nevada, a free, interactive program that has had more than 12,000 participants since its launch in 2005. The Walk Around Nevada program has been recognized as a Model Practice Program by the National Association of County and City Health Officials.
The web-based program, available at GetHealthyClarkCounty.org and as a mobile app, allows users to log their miles or steps and track their progress as they virtually ”walk” across the state. An activity conversion chart also helps participants turn various physical activities into miles or steps—so no matter how a person moves, they are always making progress.
As participants make their way through the program, they reach virtual geographic milestones that unlock pop-up windows with historical facts, destination stories and tips to help build healthy habits.
Participants who complete the virtual 1,442 mile trek around the Silver State are eligible for a free t-shirt and recognition in the Walk Around Nevada Hall of Fame on the GetHealthyClarkCounty.org website. To date, about 300 participants have each walked at least 1,442 miles, collectively logging more than one million miles.
“Walking can have a very positive impact on your health,” said Dr. Cassius Lockett, District Health Officer, for the Health District. “It can reduce the risk of chronic diseases, reduce cancer risk, lower the risk of depression and anxiety, and improve the quality of your sleep, among other things. I encourage everyone to try this free program to help them succeed in their health and wellness health goals.”
For more information about the Walk Around Nevada program, or to access all the programs and resources offered by the Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, go to www.GetHealthyClarkCounty.org.
The Southern Nevada Health District serves as the local public health authority for Clark County, Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Mesquite and North Las Vegas. The agency safeguards the public health of the community’s residents and visitors through innovative programs, regulations, and initiatives focused on protecting and promoting their health and well-being. More information about the Health District, its programs, services, and the regulatory oversight it provides is available at www.SNHD.info. Follow the Health District on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.