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Florence Walk (10K)
Florence, WI

April 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
AVA Sanction # Y1450
 

Host Club: Menominee River Volkssport Club (Club Info)
Start Location:
BP Food Shop and Gas Station
US Hwy 2 & WI Hwy 70/101
Florence, Wisconsin
Hours: Daily, dawn to dusk
Rating:
2 (Scale 1-5, 5 most difficult.)
It would be very difficult for strollers and wheelchairs.
Special Programs:
(Details)
1. Cemetery Stroll  ● Commonwealth Cemetery
2. Courthouses in the USA
● Florence County
3.
Walking Europe in the USA ● Florence, Italy
4. Walk the USA A-Z ● The letter "F"
5.
Wisconsin Counties ● Florence County
Directions:
Follow US Hwy 2 to 70/101 on the west side of Florence.  Starting Point is at the BP Food Shop.  The entrance is off the south side of US Hwy 2. 
Parking:
Available on premises.  Please remember that this is a place of business and regular customers have priority.
Description: The walk covers historic buildings along with the natural beauty of the area.  It covers both the town, Fisher Lake, and a nature interpretive trail at a very nice DNR office, worth the visit.  It is on a combination of sidewalks, town roads, and a groomed trail.  The walk is generally flat with some minor rises.  Water and restrooms or outhouses are spaced along the trail.
Award:
"B" award available.

Fees:

$3.00  Credit only
$6.00  Credit and Award
Free    No Award or Credit
Pets:
Pets on a leash are allowed. 
Contact:

Gilbert Engel
1249 Garfield St

Niagara, WI  54151

(715) 251-3300

Disclaimer/ Stipulations: The Madison Area Volkssport Association, Menominee River Volkssport Club, the AVA, and starting point businesses are not liable for accidents, thefts, personal injury and/or material damage.  All attempts will be made to create a safe and enjoyable event.  Participants accept the guidelines of AVA Volkssport events and agree to observe the principles of good sportsmanship.  Each participant is asked to sign a waiver from liability before the walk.

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Last Modified: Monday June 15, 2009