| Please
Note: |
The Madison Area Volkssport Association
(Dairyland Walkers) is offering a bus trip Labor Day Weekend to do the annual
Mackinac Bridge Walk. As part of that trip we are sanctioning this AVA walk.
Due to the nature of this event,
registration will take place the evening before the walk (Sunday, September 2,
2012). This event is open to everyone.
Important additional information about the
55th Annual
Mackinac Bridge Walk.
Dairyland Walkers Mackinac Bridge Walk Brochure -
PDF - Adobe Reader Required |
| Pre-Rigistration: |
There will be no pre-registration. However,
please let the Contact person listed below know if you plan to register to do
the walk. |
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Registration Location:
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Bridge Vista Beach Hotel & Convention Center,
(Lobby) 1027 South Huron Avenue, Mackinaw City, MI 800-576-2842
GPS: N45° 46.018' W84° 43.443' |
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Registration Hours:
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7:00 p.m.
to 9:00 p.m. Sunday Evening, September 2, 2012 See note
above. |
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Rating:
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1A Suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. |
Special
Programs:
(Details) |
1. Walking the USA A-Z ● Letter Mackinaw City OR St.
Ignace
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Amenities: |
Carry water with you, as there is no water
available along the walk. Portable restrooms will be available at both ends of
the bridge. |
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Directions:
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From the South:
Take I-75 North and exit at Exit 337 to S Nicolet Street (a.k.a. Mackinaw Hwy).
Turn right on S Nicolet Street. Turn right onto US-23. Go about half a mile. The
hotel will be on the left.
From the North:
Take I-75 South and exit at Exit 338 onto US-23. Go about half a mile. The hotel
will be on the left. |
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Parking:
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Ample parking is available at the registration
site for registration only. Information about parking for the walk can
be found at: 55th Annual
Mackinac Bridge Walk |
| Description: |
The Mackinac Bridge Walk is an annual event
sponsored by the Mackinac Bridge Authority, the St. Ignace Area Chamber of
Commerce, and the Greater Mackinaw Area Chamber of Commerce. This walk draws
several tens of thousands of walkers every year. The entire walk is on the
bridge and approaches.
Walkers are advised to carry water and snacks. |
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Award &Fees: |
There will be no award for
this walk.
Free or $3.00 for IVV credit. |
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Pets:
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Pets are not allowed on
this walk. |
| Contact: |
Cindy Haagensen
(608) 692-2188 |
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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. |
