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Inspiring our Community to Live Well
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Our Mission
The Mercersburg Area Council for Wellness (MACWell) is a non-profit organization founded to create and support a groundswell of personal and community commitment to making the Mercersburg area a place that inspires its population to live well.

The Mercersburg Area
Just as the family you're raised in affects your health choices, the environment in which you live impacts the choices you make. The area's natural beauty and abundant outdoor space, access to local produce and markets, a town with walkability and nearby areas that are inviting for hiking and biking make Mercersburg a community that can inspire its population to live well.

Thank you to runners, organizers, volunteers for a wonderful May 12th Run /Walk for Johnstons Run
MPMC 8th Annual 5 Miler
Photos coming soon. Click here for Race Results

Johnston's Run Streamside Trail
More than a Vision

We can hear the birds and the stream as we walk!

Picture wild flower fields along the stream side trail! Above photo of Dr. Liz's field with wildflower seeds from Agronomy, Inc.!

Thank you JBHS Honor Society Students for your amazing energy and teamwork clearing the way for the future community trail!

Board members Becky Wolf and Dr. Liz George (in pic) teamed up with "volunteers" Tom Wolf (wielding the weed wacker) and Dr. Bob George to trim exuberant undergrowth.

Volunteer to help at our events and activities!

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Enjoy our Brochure

Winner of the 2016 Not for Profit of the Year award from Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce!

Annually, the Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce honors a regional not for profit and their contributions to the community. The nominee shall be a current member of the Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce; must be a viable, ongoing organization for three or more years, experiencing growth or stability over its life; and must be supportive of community sustainability and have a strong presence in the business community’s activities. MACWell was nominated by Elizabeth Grant, a planner with Franklin County Government.

Pictured - from the Left - Patti Nitterhouse HEA Host, developer Penn National Golf Community; Kenn Speaks HEA Coach, Speaks DJ; Chris Mayer HEA Host at Wilson College, director CSA; Laura Puckett, Board member; Claudia Peet Board member, Director of Medical Library Summit Health,staff education coordinator; Shelby Miller HEA coordinator; Elizabeth Grant - Board member, Franklin Cty Planning Commission; Elizabeth George, MD MACWell President; Jim Butler Everyday Chef educator, Dining Service Director at Mercersburg Academy; Mayor Jim Zeger - MPMC team.

“The chamber was honored to present MACWell with the 2016 Not for Profit of the Year Award. The wellness council has been the champion in promoting and encouraging healthy initiatives and partnerships in the region. Their efforts in walkability/bikeability will not only help the wellness of the region, but well help to further commerce and economic development. We congratulate the MACWell Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers on their accomplishments and wish them future success. Kudos to Dr. Elizabeth George who has been an instrumental member of the organization; Liz is one of the few people that I know of who would ask a room full of business and community leaders to stand and perform exercises.”
~ Chris Ardinger, TACC Executive Director

A Groundswell of Community Commitment to Wellness

When's the Next:
Everyday Chef
5 Miler
Healthy Eating Adventure
Community Events

Our Community Activities

Making Health Easy!
Inspiring articles on Healthy Habits
Fun Fitness opportunities in our area!

Be a part of creating a vibrant and healthy community!
There are plenty of ways to get involved and we love hearing new ideas!

Did you know that Mercersburg has a beautiful stream running through it?

Click here for more information on the
Johnston Run Scenic Streamside Trail
and how our community can work together to promote Individual Wellbeing, Community Connectivity and a Sustainable Environment.

MAP of the proposed trail to alleys and walkways in downtown Mercersburg, PA

Support Johnston Run Revitalization...
Check out this stainless steel water bottle and spread awareness to help build a beautiful streamside trail! Available at Modnur Pharmacy, Mercersburg Beverage, Just in Time in Mercersburg, and Wellspring Cottage in Greencastle for your donation of $20

Johnston Run MPMC 8th Annual 5 Mile Run/Walk is Saturday May 12, 2018! Register Today!

"I come up every year from Virginia just for the beautiful views along the run!" ~ Long Time Supporter

Or...Donate Online Today!

Have fun taking on healthy eating habits to last a life time!

Enjoy our latest HEA
newsletter

Healthy Eating Adventure includes:
Kick-off Lecture and Meal
Experienced Coaches
Kitchen Shape Up
Eat & Learn Potlucks
Ask the Doc

In Photo - Participants and coaches enjoy the fabulous flavors and variety at an HEA Potluck

Next Adventure kicks off
June 12, 2018 at
Wilson College!

For Details Click Here!

Thank you to the Community for Joining MACWell's 5-Year Celebration
Many thanks to our donors, board members, steering committees and program coordinators for working tirelessly to build a healthy community
Our conversations with author Wenonah Hauter and over dinner were inspiring
And many thanks to Mercersburg Academy for a beautiful venue; thank you to the dining service and to our sponsor Bending Bridge Farm for a fabulous meal to celebrate!