The Prevention Coalition of Greater Prince William

Walk & Talk Wellness

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Walk & Talk Wellness

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Walk & Talk Wellness

Each spring and fall, the Prevention Coalition of Greater Prince William partners up with the Greater Prince William Trails Coalition for our Walk & Talk Wellness initiative. Walk & Talk Wellness is a simple yet powerful initiative that brings together movement and meaningful conversation to support whole-person health. Rooted in SAMHSA’s 8 dimensions of wellness, it emphasizes how physical activity—like walking—can naturally enhance emotional well-being by reducing stress, improving mood, and fostering connection. By creating a relaxed space for people to walk side by side and talk openly, this initiative nurtures both body and mind, while also strengthening social bonds and encouraging healthier daily habits.

As part of this initiative, you will find wellness messages located along various trail locations in the Greater Prince William area. There will also be periodic opportunities to attend a guided walk where you can connect with Prevention Specialists to learn about local resources, workshops, and services that can help support you on your journey to wellness. Head to one of the participating trails in May-June and again in September-October to participate. Scan the QR Codes at each trailhead to learn more and enhance your Walk & Talk Wellness experience. We hope you will take this opportunity to walk & talk about wellness!

Find a Trail Near Me!

Learn More About the Greater Prince William Trails Coalition

Ways to Participate:

There are several ways that you can participate in the Walk & Talk Wellness initiative. You can participate by enjoying a solo walk along the trails, request a guided group walk led that is by Prevention Specialists and Community Partners for your group, post online to our community wellness board, register for a workshop or training, request home safety resources, or by using our new Walk & Talk Wellness toolkit to have meaningful conversations about wellness when you set out on your own walks with your friends, family, or neighbors.

Request a Guided Group Walk

Post to the Community Wellness Board

 Request to Attend a Training or Workshop

Request Home Safety Resources

Request a Walk & Talk Wellness Toolkit (*Coming Soon)

Participating Trail Locations

1. Blooms Park (Manassas Park)

2. Winter’s Branch Trail (City of Manassas)

3. Locust Shade Park Trail

4. Silver Lake Trail

5. Andrew Leitch Park Trail

6. Broad Run Trail

7. Occoquan Greenway

8. Chinn Park Trail

9. Neabsco Boardwalk

“The ability to be in the present moment is a major component of mental wellness.”

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October Walk & Talk Wellness Events

This October, we invite you to join us at one of our upcoming Walk & Talk Wellness Events. This will be a time to a time learn, increase awareness, connect with resources, and Activate Your Wellness!!

On October 22nd and October 30th, we are partnering with PW Office of Community Safety and the PW Domestic Violence Council for two walks in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Email us for more information!

Why talk about Domestic Violence?

Nationally, DV accounts for approximately 15-20% of all homicides. In VA, it is around 20-25%, and in Prince William it's between 25-35%. 

Approximately half of all DV homicides in PWC are committed using a firearm.

Formerly the top cause, DV is now the second leading cause of death for pregnant women in the USA (overdose is currently the #1 cause).

  • Domestic violence is more than physical violence.
    • DV/IPV can include physical violence, sexual violence, stalking, psychological aggression, and controlling behaviors. Abuse can happen without someone ever being punched or physically injured.
  • Technology can be used as a tool for abuse.
    • Stalking can include repeated calls, texts, emails, social-media contact, GPS tracking, or using technology to monitor someone.
  • Leaving an abusive relationship isn't always simple.
    • Safety concerns, finances, children, housing, transportation, isolation, threats, and fear of retaliation can all make leaving complicated. That's why support and safety planning are important, rather than simply telling someone, "Why don't you just leave?"
  • You don't have to wait for an emergency to ask for help.
    • Someone can reach out for information, safety planning, shelter options, counseling, or other resources before a situation becomes an emergency.
  • Did you know that strangulation doesn't have to leave visible injuries?
    • Someone can experience serious internal injury even when there are little or no visible marks. If someone reports being strangled or choked, it should be taken seriously, and medical evaluation may be appropriate. Just because you don’t see a bruise, does not mean nothing happened.