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Start Location:
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Best Western Inn on the Park (bellhop station)
22 S. Carroll Street
Madison, Wisconsin
N43° 4.3909' W89° 23.0605'
NOTE: Bellhops can be very busy;
please be courteous. |
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Hours:
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Daily, dawn to dusk |
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Rating:
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2B
Strollers and
wheelchairs may have some difficulty. |
Special
Programs:
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Bakeries
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Golden Cinemas ● Orpheum Theater
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Fraternal Organizations
● Numerous
4. Main Street ● E & W Main St
5. State Capital
6. Walk the USA A-Z ● The letter "M"
7. Wisconsin Counties
● Dane County |
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Directions:
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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.
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Parking:
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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 a
Liberty Bell replica and the Capitol Police Dept., Monona Terrace Convention
Center, University of Wisconsin campus, Lake Monona, museums, a garden and a
walk along the shoreline of Lake Mendota. The trail is on paved city sidewalks
and a gravel path. There are several gradual
hills.
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Award:
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"B" award is a pin depicting the University
and the Capitol on the Isthmus between the lakes. |
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Fees: |
$3.00 Credit only
$5.00 Credit and Award
Free No Award or Credit |
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Pets:
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Pets welcome but must be kept
on a leash and are not allowed in buildings. |
| Contact: |
Jerry
Wilson
(608) 695-6449 Leave a message.
500 Harding Street
Stoughton, WI 53589 |
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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. |
