Robert Canuel, People, Incorporated's CEO, invited his staff to participate in an outdoor adventure this coming spring that would take them as far as the top of Mount Washington in New Hampshire by next September. At a meeting held on February 10, 2001, Mr. Canuel described a plan put together by the agency's Wellness Committee, headed by Marilyn Grubb, to schedule six Saturday trips to hiking trails in New England. Beginning with shorter hikes at Sachusett Point in Newport, R.I., and the National Seashore Museum in Eastham, MA, the group would gradually be introduced to more difficult events in New Hampshire in June, July and August. The finale of the series would be a climb up Mount Washington to the top of New England's tallest mountain. "It will be a tough climb, but you'll be rewarded by the most spectacular view of the White Mountains you've ever seen," exclaimed Canuel. The group plans to begin getting into shape with some shorter walks around the Industrial Park and nearby Watuppa Reservation. Click here for photos of a Runner's Club the Wellness Committee began last October and here for a walking program for clients of People, Incorporated.. For more information about these unique employee fitness programs, contact Wellness Director Marilyn Grubb at 508-679-5233. 
 

(Top row, left and center) Wellness Committee chairperson Marilyn Grubb hands out a flyer describing the Hiking for Health initiative. (Middle row) People, Incorportated's CEO Robert Canuel describes the initiative and gives some recommendations for clothing and other gear that will be needed to make the hikes enjoyable. (Bottom row, left and right) People, Incorporated Diabetes Association director Michael Ramos provides some humor about the initiative before endorsing it as an excellent way for staff to improve their fitness while having a good time together.