FAQ
(Frequently Asked Questions)

Q. How big is Body Walk?

A. It is 30 x 37 feet. There must be space to walk completely around the outside of the exhibit once it is set up. You will need an area about 36 x 50 (minimum) and a height allowance of 10 feet to accommodate the exhibit.

Q. How is Body Walk scheduled?

A. Scheduling is done in March, April and May through the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service local County Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Agent.

Q. How many volunteers are needed for Body Walk?

A. 8-10 volunteers are required for set-up and take-down of the exhibit. 11 volunteers are needed as station presenters. If you have over 300 students and Body Walk will continue during the afternoon, you may want to have morning station presenters and another group of afternoon station presenters. Afternoon presenters can double as the take-down crew.

Q. Is there a cost for Body Walk?

A. Each school will pay $1.50 per student. There is a minimum charge of $450 per day.

Q. How long does it take to set up Body Walk?

A. Set up takes 2 to 2-1/2 hours with 8-10 volunteers.

Q. How long is required to take down Body Walk?

A. Take down requires 1-1/2 hours with 8-10 volunteers.

Q. What supplies do schools need to provide for Body Walk?

A. None - the school needs to provide only an 8-foot table.

Q. Do schools need to provide extension cords and tools?

A. The exhibit sets up without tools but an extension cord will be needed for station purposes.

Q. Is Body Walk a "blow-up" exhibit or more like a tent?

A. It is a portable exhibit. The exhibit consists of aluminum poles, fabric covers and fabric-covered panels that are about 3 x 6 foot.

Q. What ages of students can participate in Body Walk?

A. Body Walk is designed for Kindergarten through 4th grade students. 5th graders may participate if the building is Kindergarten through 5th grade. If 5th graders participate, we recommend having each 6th grade student mentor a kindergartner. Preschool-age students may not participate because the learning activities are designed for older students.

Q. Is it OK to use high school students as Body Walk presenters?

A. Yes, although an adult should still accompany each group of students through the exhibit. High school students are not prepared to handle discipline problems