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Governor Nelson State Park Walk
Waunakee, WI

Moonlight Guided Walk
Friday, October 7, 2011
AVA Sanction # NC11/89734

 

Start Point:

Fish Cleaning Shelter at end of park road. Look for the walk signs and the AVA banner.
(N43.131208  W89.434422)

Hours:

This will be a guided walk after dark.  Walkers will depart in three groups:
1. Slower 10K walkers will depart at 6:30 p.m. and can expect to finish in about 2 ½ hours.
2. Faster 10K walkers will depart at 6:45 p.m. and can expect to finish in about 2 hours.
3. 5K walkers will depart at 7:00 p.m. and can expect to finish in about 1 ½ hours.

Distance:

10K & 5K
Rating:
2 (Scale 1 to 5 with 5 being the most difficult.) Not suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.
Special Programs:
(Details)

1. Wisconsin Counties ● Dane County

Directions:

From Madison (West side), take US Hwy 12 north to County M (Airport Road which becomes Century Ave).  Turn right and follow M for about 6 miles to the park entrance on the right.  From Madison (East side), take I 90/94/39 to State Hwy 19 and follow Hwy 19 west to State Hwy 113.  Take Hwy 113 south to County M.  Turn right and follow M about 3 miles to the park entrance on the left.
There is a park admission fee.

Parking:
Ample  parking is available. 
Description:

The walk follows park trails through a variety of terrains, including woodlands, wetlands, and prairies and includes a scenic overlook of Lake Mendota.

Award:
There will be no award for this event.
Registration: There will be no pre-registration.

Fees:

$3.00  - Credit only
Free    - No Credit
Pets:

Leashed pets are allowed on this walk.

Amenities:

Water and facilities will be available at the start/finish.

Contact: Don Suloff
(608) 821-0263
Disclaimer/ Stipulations: Madison Area 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.

AVA - www.ava.org         IVV - www.ivv-web.org

Last Modified: Wednesday November 16, 2011