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Start Location:
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Best Western Inn Towner
2424
University Avenue
Madison, Wisconsin |
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| Hours: |
Daily, dawn to dusk. |
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Rating:
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3 (Scale 1-5, 5 most difficult.)
Not suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. |
Special
Programs:
(Details) |
1. College Campus ●
University of Wisconsin
2. Native American Culture ●
Ho-Chuck - Eagle Heights Woods effigy mounds
3. Walk the USA A-Z ● The letter "M"
4. Wisconsin Counties
● Dane County |
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Directions:
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 From the Beltline (Hwy
12/18) exit on Midvale Blvd. Go north on Midvale to University Ave.
(approx. 2 1/2 mi.). Go east (right) on University continuing on
University bearing right at Campus Drive/University Ave. split. Turn left
on Highland.The Inn Towner will be on the right. |
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Parking:
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If not busy, the motel
may allow parking in motel lot. Just ask. Street parking may be available on
residential streets running parallel to University Avenue. Most
nearby street parking is limited to 2 hours. |
| Description: |
The route is mostly
in natural areas along the shore of Lake Mendota with panoramic views of the
Capitol and the lake. It includes a walk through Eagle Heights Woods (where you
will climb to the highest point on the south side of the lake and pass several
Indian effigy mounds and where the Ho-Chuck would go to fast and gain
inspiration). The trails vary from wide and paved to narrow rough dirt paths.
NOTICE: Wet weather can make portions of this route soggy, muddy, and
slippery. |
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Award:
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No award available for
this event. |
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Fees: |
$3.00 Credit only
Free No Credit |
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Pets:
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Pets are not allowed on this
walk. |
| Contact: |
Rosemarie Elliott
(608) 288-8901
21 Deer Point Trail
Madison, WI 53719 |
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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. |
