WalkBoston has developed walking maps with timed walk segments which demonstrate how easy walking can be – especially through highlighting community destinations linked via 5 minute increments. The addition of walking times on our maps adds a unique element that is not currently used on most walking maps. This added element adds another layer of information that gives the reader a better understanding of their environment. We often think of distance in terms of travel time, yet, most maps don't provide this information. By showing what a five minute walk looks like, we are better able to convey the walkability of an area, in terms more easily understood by the reader, making our maps more effective in encouraging people to walk.