Kentucky, United States

Name - 2nd Sunday (2SKY)
When it started – 2nd Sunday in October, 2008
Kilometres of road open – Various distances across 70 counties
Number of participants – 12 000
Organizer – University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension
Unique features – A State wide event with over 70 counties participating endorsed by Kentucky’s Governor and the General Assembly

Kentucky’s Second Sunday event began in 2008 and drew in 12 000 participants across the state.  Second Sunday is a state-wide campaign that encourages residents to bike, walk, run, play and participate in many healthy activities.  Kentucky is consistently ranked among the top 10 states for obesity and many citizens face obesity related diseases.  The Second Sunday program is an excellent way for thousands to get the weekly recommended dosage of physical activity. 

One of the highlights of Second Sunday is that it is a state wide event with many cities and townships holding their own Second Sunday event.  Second Sunday is not just one afternoon of physical activity, but a vehicle to raise awareness of the need for local infrastructure that promotes a healthy lifestyle.  Experiencing a fun-filled day of activities in existing roadways can be the catalyst for local communities to actively pursue convenient and safe places for physical activity the other 364 days of the year. Second Sunday can serve as the first step in improving the physical, environmental and economic health of all Kentuckians.

Photos taken from www.2ndsundayky.com