Walking is the most fundamental form of mobility. It is inexpensive, emission-free, offers important health-benefits, is accessible for all – except those with substantially impaired mobility – regardless of income, and for many citizens is a source of great pleasure. Too often walking is a neglected transport mode, despite being at the start and end of all trips, it is rarely captured in government statistics on mobility. It is often overlooked and under-valued in planning and policy development.

Public Pedagogies Institute (PPI) aims to provide a platform for engagement and exchange between practitioners, researchers and organisations working in the areas of learning and teaching in the community or outside formal education institutions.

This podcast series was created by Hugh Lane Gallery in Dublin, Ireland. As part of our series of short podcasts, we invite you to join our artists in a listening experience exploring the Art and the Outdoors subject in very different ways.

Walk 1000 Miles is a community-oriented website that promotes walking culture and physical activity through a structured challenge. The platform allows participants to record their walks and collectively track progress toward the milestone of 1,000 miles, fostering motivation and a sense of shared achievement. The site includes resources such as walking routes, tips for walkers, and a supportive environment that encourages consistent engagement with walking as a daily physical activity. The initiative behind Walk 1000 Miles integrates elements of cultural geography by encouraging exploration of local environments, pathways, and landscapes through walking. The collective aspect not only emphasizes personal health benefits but also cultivates community interaction and an appreciation of diverse walking terrains across various regions. The program is designed to be accessible, promoting walking as an inclusive activity that can contribute to both individual wellness and broader social connectivity.

She is proud to be a co-founder of the Australian Walking Artists network and in 2025 worked on the Manna Gum Stories project with Traditional Custodian Richard Collopy including the new limited edition artbook Maari the Manna Gum. She also undertook a Certificate IV in Health & Leisure and produced the joyful project Teapot Tales at Barkly Square Ballarat. 2026 sees her as ‘story researcher in residence’ at this wonderful community hub, where she is also establishing A.T Studio.

Facebook-page Songs about walking, to smoothen the days ahead during self-isolation at home. Feel free to add your own selection of Walking Songs.