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[The following was submitted by Laurie Goldstein, Healthy for Life: T.E. Atkins UM System Wellness Program, UMKC Manager.]

Join other UMKC staff – and win prizes! – in the Poker Walk during the Staff Council Picnic, May 25 (11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.). Sponsored by Healthy for Life: The T.E. Atkins UM Wellness Program, the Poker Walk will run from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Walkers must begin the Poker Walk no later than 1:00 p.m.)

Here’s how it works:

• Receive one playing card to begin…walk one loop to receive two more cards… complete your five-card hand by walking the loop a second time. 
• Turn in cards to have your poker hand and rank recorded.
• Option to improve your hand:  Exchange any two cards by walking a third loop (Ask for a ticket before you go.)
• Route takes approximately eight-10 minutes to walk. (One half mile per loop.)
• Follow the red POKER WALK signs along the way.

Prizes will go to the five top-ranked poker hands and to the overall worst poker hand. All participants are eligible to win a Healthy for Life gift basket.

The Staff Picnic will also feature 15-minute Mindful Yoga demonstrations (11:00 a.m.,  Noon and 1:00 p.m.), outdoor games, Tai Chi demonstrations, and Swinney Recreation Tours (11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m.), along with food and music. 

If you would like to help with the Poker Walk, please email Laurie or call her at 816. 235.6418.