Detroit, MI - The Detroit Recreation Department invites you to "Walk Detroit" as it hosts five walks during the month of August at recreation facilities throughout the city.

“Walking is part of my Movement for Life Initiative which encourages not only exercise, but also healthy eating habits and all around lifestyle,” said Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.

The schedule is as follows:
                                                                                
August 7                       
Crowell Recreation Center, 16630 Lahser   
2 - 4 p.m.                               
Ages: 9-17                   

August 7
Lenox Recreation Center, 100 Lenox
9:30 – 10 a.m.
Ages: Special Population

August 12
Butzel Family Center
7737 Kercheval
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Ages: 50 and up

August 13
Lipke Recreation Center, 19320 Van Dyke
10 – 11 a.m.
Ages 6-12