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Exercise on the DQ (with our Embassy “ Wadi Walkers” or on your own schedule). Wadi Walk this Saturday, 22 March 2014: We move out on the wadi at 6:00am sharp , so recommend you get there 5-10 minutes ahead of start time. Start location: L Cluster Park on the wadi -same as always.
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Exercise on the DQ (with our Embassy “Wadi Walkers” or on your own schedule) • WadiWalk this Saturday, 22 March 2014: • We move out on the wadi at 6:00am sharp, so recommend you get there 5-10 minutes ahead of start time. • Start location: L Cluster Park on the wadi-same as always. • Estimated end time: 9:00am-9:30am. • Distance: 10-11 miles • Duration: 3-3 ½ hours • Direction to the starting point • Go to circle 8. • When in circle 8 take a right so that the Kuwait Embassy is on your right side. • Go along that road and take the third left. • Go down that road until you reach a small park / end of road. • We will be in the parking area next to the park. • General WadiWalk Tips • If you just want to walk on your own schedule, here are a few common sense tips: • Make sure you have your cell phone (or bring someone that has one!) • Pre-hydrate…Pre-hydrate…Pre-hydrate. Drink plenty of water before walking. Carry water with you. • Wear sunscreen. • Bring a friend to help you with dogs (not as much of a problem recently) and trip hazards. • Wear a hat that provides protection from the sun. • Comfortable walking shoes and socks. Pack some band aids in case of blister. • Camera if desired.NO PHOTOS OF DQ ENTRANCES OR OF DQ FACILITIES OR SECURITY FORCE!Keep cameras in your backpack to avoid any issues. • Light color clothing. Long sleeves recommended. • Now with the cooler weather, consider wearing layers of clothing. • Running on the DQ • Men and women can and do jog on the trails and sidewalks of the DQ. Common sense Western work-out clothing (including running shorts) is fine for both genders. Please be careful when crossing the streets, as Saudi drivers do not slow down for pedestrians
Kuwait Embassy B: “Wadi Walk” Start Location DQ South Gate Entrance Hotels
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