Boys Girls Clubs launch Project L.A.N.E. wholesome way of life program

Boys Girls Clubs launch Project L.A.N.E. wholesome way of life program

Initiative named in honor of the late Lane Richards

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula is launching Project L.A.N.E., which stands for Lifestyle, Attitude, Nutrition and Exercise. The initiative goals to encourage membership members ages 6-18 to keep up a wholesome way of life.

Project L.A.N.E. is called in honor of the late Lane Richards, who spent 50 years residing in Forks and Port Angeles.

Known for his ardour for athletics and health, Richards was an authorized private coach for 4 years throughout which period he impressed others to guide more healthy, extra lively lives by means of a balanced give attention to perspective, vitamin, and train, a press launch in regards to the new program said.

Richards was identified with a number of myeloma in July 2018 and fought by means of quite a few challenges associated to most cancers therapies earlier than he handed in August 2020.

Project L.A.N.E. is designed to advertise general wellness by supporting the thoughts (by means of studying wholesome habits), the physique (by way of enjoyable, bodily challenges), and the soul (by means of social recreation). The program will assist youth develop crucial life abilities reminiscent of teamwork, good sportsmanship, resilience, perseverance, and communication, the press launch said.

Core objectives embrace growing younger individuals’s data of wholesome habits, boosting the period of time they interact in every day bodily exercise, and strengthening their capability to work together positively with others.

“Bringing Project L.A.N.E. to the Olympic Peninsula is incredibly meaningful for me and my family,” stated Karen Richards, Richard’s widow, within the announcement in regards to the new program. “This region is such a big part of our lives. We both grew up here, built lifelong friendships here, and Lane inspired so many with his passion for health and fitness.”

Now, 5 years after Richards’ passing, “the timing feels right to honor his legacy in a way that continues to uplift young people,” Karen Richards continued. “I can’t think of a better tribute than seeing kids in Port Angeles and Sequim build confidence through a program inspired by Lane’s values.”

Mary Budke, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula, stated the group is worked up to convey Project L.A.N.E. to its Clubs.

“This impactful program aligns perfectly with our mission to enable all young people to reach their full potential by supporting healthy habits, building character, and encouraging active lifestyles,” she said within the announcement. “Project L.A.N.E. will provide our members with a variety of opportunities to grow stronger — physically, mentally, and socially — and we’re honored to carry forward a legacy that will have a lasting impact on the youth we serve.”

For extra info, or to donate to this system, contact the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula on 360-683-8095.

Photo courtesy of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula/ Youth Development staffer Aymon Anderson leads a group of elementary school children in a hula hoop challenge as part of the Sequim Boys & Girls Club’s Project L.A.N.E.

Photo courtesy of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula/ Brandon Layman, left, and Jaxon Dunn celebrate their achievement in the Project L.A.N.E. “Stack Attack” challenge.