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Capitol/UW Campus Walk (10K)
Madison, WI

January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
AVA Sanction # Y0763
 

Start Location:
Best Western Inn on the Park (bellhop station)
22 S. Carroll Street
Madison, Wisconsin

NOTE: Bellhops can be very busy; please be courteous.

Starting Point: Inn on the Park

Hours:
Daily, dawn to dusk
Rating:
1+, some hills
(Scale 1-5, 5 most difficult.)
Strollers and wheelchairs may have some difficulty. 
Special Programs:
(Details)
1. Authors & Literary Landmarks ● Thornton Wilder birthplace - 140 Langdon Street.  House no longer exists.
2. Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries  ● Great Dane Brew Pub.

3. College Campus
University of Wisconsin
4. Courthouses of the USA
● Wisconsin Supreme Court - in Capitol building.
5. State Capital

6. Walk the USA A-Z
● The letter "M"
7. Wisconsin Counties ● Dane County
Directions:

From I-90 exit west on Hwy US 12/18 and proceed west to John Nolen Dr.  At the fifth traffic light on John Nolen, turn left on Broom St.  Proceed to third light and turn right on W. Washington Ave. to the Capitol Square. Turn right on Carroll St. to next corner.  Hotel is on the right.

 NOTE:  Ask bellman for the Start Box; remember that they may be very busy.

Parking:
Hotel parking may be limited.  There is a parking charge unless you are a registered guest.  Five public parking ramps are within two blocks of the Capital Square.  If you are driving an RV or other large vehicle, you might want to check with the contact person for parking information.
Description: Route includes the State Capitol which houses the State Supreme Court, Monona Terrace Convention Center, the Great Dane Brew Pub, University of Wisconsin campus, Lake Monona, and a walk along the shoreline of Lake Mendota. Route also passes the birthplace of Thornton Wilder. The trail is on paved city sidewalks and a gravel path. There are several gradual hills.
Award:
"B" award is a pin depicting the University and the Capitol on the Isthmus between the lakes.

Fees:

$3.00  Credit only
$5.00  Credit and Award
Free    No Award or Credit
Pets:
Pets welcome but must be kept on a leash and are not allowed in buildings.
Contact: Jerry Wilson
(608) 873-7774
500 Harding Street
Stoughton, WI  53589
Disclaimer/ Stipulations: The Madison Area Volkssport Association, Hearty Sole Walkers, 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.

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

Last Modified: Monday April 28, 2008