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 This
is one of four walks being offered this weekend in this area along the
Mississippi.
The other
walks are:
Lake Winona -
Details
Trempealeau / Perrot State Park - Details
Historic Winona -
Details
The Winona, Minnesota walks are being hosted by the
Lake Country Wanderers
of Fridley, Minnesota.
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Start Location:
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Merrick State Park - Nature Center Shelter, S2965 State
Road 35, Fountain City, WI
N44° 9.4157' W91° 45.4460' |
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Hours:
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8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, finish by 3:00 p.m. |
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Rating:
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2B
Walk is not suitable for strollers
and wheelchairs. |
Special
Programs:
(Details) |
1. Walk the USA A-Z ● The letter "F"
2. Wisconsin Counties ● Buffalo County |
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Directions:
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From Madison take I-90 to La Crosse. At La Crosse take Hwy
53 north to Hwy 35 north. Follow Hwy 35 through Trempeauleau and Fountain City.
Merrick State Park is north of Fountain City on the left side of the highway.
Look for signs and the AVA banner. There is a park admission fee. |
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Parking:
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Ample parking
is available. |
| Description: |
The walk is primarily on natural surface trails
along the Mississippi River with some beautiful view points. |
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Award &Fees: |
There will be no
pre-registration or award for this walk. |
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Pets:
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Leashed pets
are allowed on this walk. |
| Contact: |
Don Suloff
(608) 821-0263 |
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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. |
