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University City Walk (10K or 5K)
Marquette, MI

April 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
AVA Sanction # Y0128
 

Host Club: Menominee River Volkssport Club (Club Info)
Start Location:
Landmark Inn
230 North Front Street
Marquette, Michigan
Hours: Daily, dawn to dusk
Rating:
1+ (Scale 1-5, 5 most difficult.)
Not suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.
Special Programs:
(Details)
1. Great Lakes ● Lake Superior
2.Historic Churches
Cathedral of Saint Peter
3. Honoring Law Enforcement,
4. Hooray for Hollywood ● Historic courthouse where "Anatomy of a Murder" was filmed
5. Museum Walk America
6. Native American Culture
7. Railroad Heritage
8. Walk the USA  A-Z ● Letter "M"
Directions:

Take US 41 to Marquette, MI.  Take the West Washington exit or South Front St Exit depending on the direction you are coming on US 41.  If on West Washington, make a left on N Front St (one street before Lake Shore Blvd and the Lower Harbor).  After turning on North Front St, go 1 1/2 blocks to the Landmark Inn on the right.  

Parking:
Parking is available near park entrance.
Description:

The walk is a city walk covering part of Northern Michigan University, a historic residential area, the Lake Superior shoreline, the tomb of Bishop Baraga, and the historic courthouse where "Anatomy of a Murder" was filmed. The walk is almost entirely on sidewalks and a paved bike path.  The 5K walk does not include walking on the University grounds.

Award:
"B" award available.

Fees:

$3.00  Credit only
$6.00  Credit and Award
Free    No Award or Credit
Pets:

Pets are allowed on this walk.

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: Friday June 11, 2010