I'm on the committee to organize the first Angelman Syndrome Foundation National Walk here in the Los Angeles area.
The Walk always takes place the third Saturday in May. This year, it will take place on May 21, 2011 in various locations across the nation.
This is my first experience with event coordination. Unlike the majority of races attend, the walk is not the focus.
We had to take into consideration the characteristics of individuals diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome when choosing a location:
- Nearby parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Convenient restroom facilities
- Shade because overheating often causes seizures
- Safe location (away from traffic, bicyclists)
Once I made my way around, I traced the path of the two mile walk.
The bathroom facilities were respectable for a public park. The stalls were well stocked with toilet paper and even had toilet seat covers.
I snapped endless pictures of the park to help me paint a picture in my mind as I start putting together the plan before I headed back home.
Sounds like a great location for it. I'm sure you'll do a wonderful job coordinating the event!
ReplyDeleteVery awesome go planner go! I know its in you :) Looks like a really cool park!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful park! You're going to do a great job with the event!
ReplyDeleteMore enjoyment in this park.
ReplyDeleteYou are a busy woman! Griffith Park is so pretty!! What a great event to be apart of! :)
ReplyDeleteLove that park. Keep posting about organizing the event. Sounds like fun.
ReplyDeleteyou have a great heart !!
ReplyDeleteYou are an inspiration!!! And, gave us readers a great view of the event/course!!
ReplyDeletesounds like heaven!
ReplyDeleteExcellent! I am sure you will do a terrific job of organizing things. Keep us posted!
ReplyDeleteGreat location!
ReplyDeletebeautiful park!
awesome!
All the best with your organization of the walk. You are such an inspiration to me and I'm sure many others to get out and do something for a good cause.
ReplyDeletethose pictures look beautiful
ReplyDeleteSo awesome! The event is gonna be great!
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