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Start Location:
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Riverside Park Shelter, 300 E Washington Street, Portage.
At intersection with Pauquette Street. Look for signs
and the AVA banner.
GPS: N43° 32.2409' W89° 27.3743' |
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Hours:
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8:00 a.m. to
12:00 noon, finish by 3 p.m. |
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Rating:
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2B
Walk is suitable for strollers.
Not suitable for wheelchairs. |
Special
Programs:
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1. Americas Trails ●
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
2. Forts of the USA ● Fort Winnebago
3. Golden Cinemas ● Portage Theatre
4. Walk the USA A-Z ● The letter "P"
5. Wisconsin Counties ● Columbia County |
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Directions:
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From Madison take I-39/90/94 toward Wisconsin Dells. Continue on I-39 at Exit
108. In about 2 miles take Exit 87 on to WI-33 east (Right). Follow WI-33 across
the Wisconsin River. Shortly after crossing the river WI-33 turns Right on to W
Cook Street. Continue about 6 blocks to W Wisconsin Street. Turn right on W
Wisconsin and go about 5 blocks. Riverside Park will be on your right.
Look for signs and the AVA banner.
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Parking:
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Ample parking
is available. |
| Description: |
Portage is the third oldest settlement
in Wisconsin. The route will take you on the Wauona Trail, current name for the
centuries old 1.5 mile long portage that connects the Fox River which flows
north to the Great Lakes and the Wisconsin River which flow south to the
Mississippi and the Gulf of Mexico. You will walk a portion of the 1200 mile Ice
Age National Scenic Trail. Route includes the historic Fort Winnebago / Surgeons
Quarters, Historic Portage Canal, the Indian Agency House, and numerous other
things of historic significance. |
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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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Pets are not
allowed on this walk. |
| Contact: |
Kevin Blau
(608) 697-1599 |
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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. |
