WHERE: Hammond Park – Emporia, Kansas

WHEN: May 5th 10AM-12PM or 1PM-3PM

MAIN REASON BEHIND EVENT: Inform new disc golf players about the health benefits of Disc Golf to encourage them to play more.

HEALTH BENEFITS: Low impact on all joints
Stress relief, reduced symptoms of depression, ADHD, and anxiety
Walking reduces muscle atrophy
Players walk (average 5,613 steps per 18 holes, 2.5 miles, from PDGA.com)
Hammond 9 hole (around 1,740 steps or 0.90 miles)
On average a disc golf player will burn around 900 calories for a round of disc golf. (18 hole course)
The most recent study polled nearly 2,000 active participants in the 2008 Scottish Health Survey and found that outdoor physical activity had a 50 percent greater positive effect on mental health than going to the gym.

INCENTIVES: Free midrange disc, possible lanyard or shirt, learn from a pro

QUESTIONS? Email [email protected] or call 620-208-6161