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This is
one of three events that the Madison Area Volkssport Association and the Greater
Des Moines Volkssport Association are hosting this weekend. The other
events are at Pikes Peak State Park in Iowa and Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin.
(Details) |
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Brochure: |
The
event brochure which describes
the two Wisconsin events is available as
a PDF file. Adobe Acrobat Reader required. |
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Point: |
Wyalusing State Park -
Look
for the AVA signs & banners.
ENTRANCE FEE
– 2008 Wisconsin State Parks sticker -or-
$7.00 per day vehicle entrance fee (WI
residents)
$10.00 per day vehicle entrance fee (Non-resident) |
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Hours:
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Sat, Oct 18 - Start
between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Finish by 5:00 p.m.
Sun, Oct 19 - Start
between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. Finish by
3:00 p.m. |
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Distance: |
10K & 5K |
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Rating:
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2 for both distances
(Scale 1 to 5 with 5 being the most difficult.)
Not suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. |
Special
Programs:
(Details) |
1.
Native America Culture ● Winnebago Chief Green
Cloud - Led last band of Indians to camp in what is now the park.
2.
Riverwalk America ● Mississippi River or
Wisconsin River
3. Walk the USA State Parks ●
Wyalusing State Park
4. Wisconsin Counties
● Grant County |
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Directions:
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From Madison:
Take US-18/151 west toward
Dodgeville. Follow US-18 west toward Prairie du Chien. Just south of the
Wisconsin River, turn west (left) on County C, then right on County X following
signs to Wyalusing State Park.
From LaCrosse:
Follow Hwy WI-35 South (Great River Road) through Prairie du Chien.
Shortly after crossing the Wisconsin River turn west (left) on County C, then
right on County X following signs to Wyalusing State Park.
Look
for the AVA signs & banners.
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Parking:
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Ample parking is available. |
| Description: |
The bluffs of Wyalusing State Park, stand 500 feet
above the confluence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers. One of Wisconsin's
oldest parks, Wyalusing features Indian burial mounds, over 22 miles of hiking
trails, and four historical markers within the park. Wyalusing's
2,628 acres include hardwood forests, pine
plantations, bluffs, springs, waterfalls, wetlands, and backwaters. |
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Award:
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There will be no award for this event.
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Registration: |
There will be no pre-registration. |
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Fees: |
$3.00 - Credit only
Free - No Credit |
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Pets:
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Pets are allowed on leash. |
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Amenities: |
Water and facilities are
available at the start/finish. |
| Contact: |
Gaylord Matti
(608) 831-8108 or
Don Suloff
(608) 821-0234 |
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Disclaimer/ Stipulations: |
Madison Area
Volkssport Association, Greater Des
Moines Volkssport Association 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. |
