Despite an overcast and wet day on June 4, 2015, the 8th Annual NIH Take a Hike Day was a huge success. There were over 1,300 registered participants! NIH staff had a wonderful time participating in the event at both on- and off-campus locations. Dr. Lawrence Tabak, NIH Deputy Director, along with ORS Director, Dr. Alfred Johnson, and Ms. Ebony Andrews of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition, provided brief and enthusiastic opening remarks. Ms. Valerie Lawrence, from NIAID, got everyone warmed up before heading out for the fun walk/run.

Many thanks to the enthusiastic IC sponsors of the water stations. Your support really kept the participants moving (and well hydrated)! Thanks also goes to the organizations within ORS that supported this event, including the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services, Events Management, the Division of Police, the Division of Fire & Rescue Services and the Division of Occupational Safety and Health. Mark your calendars for the 9th Annual Take a Hike Day on June 2, 2016!