Physical Activity
We engage the community in alternative ways to get their bodies moving without traveling far.
Spring Walk Challenge
The Scavenger 5 Week Walk Challenge is designed to promote healthy living, mindfulness, and community engagement. Whether you're a seasoned walker or just starting, this challenge is for everyone!
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Kickoff Event: "Nature Scavenger Walk"
Date: March 29th | Time: 9am - 10:30am
Location: Jamaica Pond 507 Jamaicaway Boston MA 02130
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At the kickoff event, we'll go over the challenge structure, share tips to make the most of the experience and meet fellow participants.
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We're looking forward to a fun and motivating experience together!
Walking
We bring the Mattapan community together through walking groups in green spaces near residents. With our focus on walking within the Mattapan community, we aim to increase appreciation and utilization of existing Mattapan resources — our community, parks, and green spaces. Join us in our community walks to help foster community cohesion! Our walking events are year-round: Mattapan-Walks Walking Challenge, Nature Walk and Tea Party at the Boston Nature Center, and general walks with partner organizations such as the Mattapan Branch Library.
In 2023, Mattapan residents accumulated over 6 MILLION steps through out walks!
Biking
MFFC focuses on promoting biking as a means to physical activity and alternative transportation. We want to show Mattapan residents that there are alternatives to driving and using public transportation. MFFC is working on advocating for safer bike routes and helping residents feel safer biking in green spaces.
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Our Vigorous Youth Program runs our biking activities, providing our youth great leadership opportunities! Programming includes the annual Mattapan on Wheels Bike-a-thon, community bike rides, and free bike repair workshops.