Mar 11th, 2010 by Susan Hilliard
We regret that due to heavy winter snows, the trails in Claude Moore Park (YRE 820) are closed to clear downed trees. The park manager is very optimistic the trails will reopen before June 5th for our National Trails Day AVA-sanctioned IVV walk in the park. Check the event listing on the AVA website for updates.
Bob Wright
Loudoun Walking and Volkssport Club…in step with Loudoun’s nature
Mar 10th, 2010 by Susan Hilliard
Join the Amblers as they walk their new walk on this Saturday, March 13, 2010. Meet them at
the start point around 8:30 AM.
Diane, John, Marie & Bob
Club Officers
Robert Schmick
Mar 9th, 2010 by Susan Hilliard
The City of Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present another FREE “Movie in the Park.” Join us at Paul Sanborn Park this Saturday evening to see the classic movie “The Goonies” on our giant inflatable screen. Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun evening under the stars!
Candy and popcorn will be available for sale.
Click here for a map to Paul Sanborn Park
More movies are coming soon to neighborhood parks near you!
Next Event: Saturday, May 8 at Jaycee Park
Movie in the Park
Event Info
Date: March 13, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Place: Paul Sanborn Park
More Information: (239) 573-3123
Click below for details on other exciting Parks & Recreation activities:
Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Winter/Spring Program Guide
Mar 9th, 2010 by Susan Hilliard
We went out Saturday and walked the 12K walk. Saturday was a beautiful day. We came back on Sunday and walked the 10K walk. Sunday was not so beautiful, it rained. But we still had a good time at both walks.
Pictures: http://2010. walktx.org/ TVA_Reunion/
Mar 8th, 2010 by Susan Hilliard
The Cape Breton Island Hoppers Volkssport Club, Sydney, Nova Scotia is the host club for this years CVF Annual General Meeting and Convention 2010.
28, 29,30 and 31 May 2010.
Cape Breton Island has been mentioned in several travel magazines as one of the top 10 most beautiful islands in the world.
The island is Located in Atlantic (Eastern) Canada and is connected to mainland Nova Scotia by the Canso Causeway and the TransCanada Hwy,our modern airport has direct flights from Toronto CA and Halifax, NS.
The Island Hoppers would like to invite our volkssport friends from the AVA to join us for 4 fun filled days of Walking for Fun, Fitness and Friendship and then take in the beauty of our island along the famous Cabot Trail Hwy that encircles the northern highlands of the island or cruise amongst the beautiful Bras d’Or Lakes and take in the Fortress Louisbourg that was once the stronghold of the France in the “new world’ and is now the largest reconstructed authenticate fortress’s from the 1700 in North America. Cape Breton is blessed with a diverse culture of highland Scots, French Acadian, Irish and English immigrants and a very unique first Nations of Micmaq who have resided on the island for thousands of years.
Follow the links at www.walks.ca for further information or www.walkcapebreton. com to check out our walk program and registration information. Come and Experience Walking on our Island.
Mar 7th, 2010 by Susan Hilliard
Subject: Temporary change of start location for walks 0276 Yachats Easy, 1419 Yachats Challenge, and 1486 Cape Perpetua
Due to a temporary closure, the start box for Walks 0276 Yachats Easy 804 Trail, 1419 Yachats Ocean Vista Challenge and 1486 Cape Perpetua has been moved to the OVERLEAF LODGE at 280 Overleaf Lodge Ln. on the Northwest side of Yachats on Hwy 101.
The plastic file start box will be on a shelf next to the registration desk.
The starting point remains at Shirley’s. Please do not park in the business lot.
For questions, call Sue and Jim Finlayson at 541-547-4532
Mar 3rd, 2010 by Susan Hilliard
The starting date for the Harper’s Ferry, WV, seasonal event has been changed from March 1, 2010 to April 1, 2010 because of over ten feet of snow on the trails. The Worldwide Walking Club apologies for the delay of the starting date but feels this walk is unsafe and is hoping the snow melts by April 1st. . Event ID 86473 AT-2010/Y1933.
Mar 1st, 2010 by Susan Hilliard
Welcome! We are excited to see you again at the Vancouver International
Discovery Walk Festival, April 23-25, 2010 in Vancouver, Washington, USA. Come see the full info at http://www.discoverywalk.org
Our online and mail-in registration is open. Until midnight March 1, you can register for the Discount rate of only $8 per walk, bike, or swim.
After March 1, the price is $10 per event through the day of event. But if you form a team of 10 or more, or volunteer with us, you can register at the Team Rate of $5 per event through the day of event.
2010 Vancouver Discovery Walk Mail-In Registration Form
New ____ Returning ____ Birthdate: ____/_____/_ ____
Name: ____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ ______
Address:____ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ ___
City, State, Zip, Country: ____________ _________ _________ _________
Phone: ____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _____
Email Address: ____________ _________ _________ _________ ________
If Team give Team Name:_______ _________ _________ _________ ____
Teams may also use the Team Registration Form, see web site.
Check days/distances:
( ) Friday Walk ( )5K ( )10K
( ) Saturday Walk ( )5K ( )5K Family ( )10K ( )21K ( )42K
( ) Sunday Walk ( )5K ( )10K ( )21K
( ) Bike Sunday ( )15K ( )25K ( )50K
( ) Swim Sunday ( )300m ( )600m Earn award and 1 IVV credit for 300m, 2 credits for 600 m.
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Prices – Circle your choices
Deadline / Team rate / by Mar. 1 /after Mar. 1
1 day of walking / $5 / $8 / $10
2 days of walking / $10 / $16 / $20
3 days of walking / $15 / $24 / $30
Bike Sunday / $5 / $8 / $10
Swim Sunday / $5 / $8 / $10
(swim includes 2 IVV event credits and award for only 1 price)
Child 12 and Under FREE / FREE / FREE
T-Shirt $15 CIRCLE SIZE — S M L XL 2XL 3XL
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Total
Print and mail with payment payable to:
International Walk Fest
PO Box 2009
Vancouver, WA 98668
All US walkers must pay at the time they register.
Walkers outside of USA: Register by the dates shown and pay that price upon arrival.
Credit cards are only accepted via our online form, do not email us or mail us your credit card information.
Registration is not refundable, but you may transfer it to another participant.
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Dates and Location:
April 23, 25, 25, 2010
Vancouver Hilton Hotel, Vancouver, WA, USA
2010 Trails
Our Saturday trailmaster Burt Paynter and our Sunday trailmaster Heidi Schurr have designed new routes that take in the riverfront trail, greenways, and Vancouver neighborhoods. Come see our overview maps on our web site.
http://www.discoverywalk.org/iml/maps.html
Our Friday Mayor’s Walk will using the new Land Bridge that links historic Fort Vancouver with the Renaissance Trail on the Columbia River. Our award for the Mayor’s Walk will be a string backpack.
The Saturday routes will include a marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K route (including the Family Fun 5K Walk). The Family Fun Walk route will enjoy the Renaissance Trail along the Columbia River as it did last year. The 10K and half marathon routes will be new and take in more of the river. The marathon route will be twice-around the half marathon route.
The Sunday routes are new. The 22K route walks Burnt Bridge Creek Greenway, while the 10K and 5K explore Vancouver neighborhoods and the fun and funky Uptown Main Street.
Our Bikes and Swims will be on Sunday again this year. You can do both 300 meter swims for the cost of only 1 registration. Those who earn IVV credit will get 2 credits for only the one fee. We will be at Propstra pool this year, with a shuttle provided to and from our walk/bike start/finish at the Vancouver Hilton Hotel.
To qualify for the Triathlon award, you must do a walk, bike and swim all on Sunday. Walks on other days no longer count towards the Triathlon designation.
Event volunteers may register for our Team Discount Rate, which is the same as the Earlybird Rate. Volunteer forms are available on our web site:
http://www.discoverywalk.org/iml/page8volunteer.html
Those walking Saturday or Sunday will all receive a medal on a neck ribbon.
For those AVA Special Program/state challenge participants, we have a printable list. Please note that the list is only our best guess and the walkers themselves are responsible for checking whether the listed items do or do not fulfill the requirements of their programs. Routes may change without notice and may not include the listed items on the day of event. We will stamp any official record books, it is up to the walker to know which ones are appropriate. Please be kind to our finish volunteers, trailmasters, and event director and do not question them further about these programs.
http://www.discoverywalk.org/iml/challenges.pdf
Location: Vancouver Hilton Hotel
301 West 6th Street, Vancouver Washington 98660.
Booking Code: DIS
To contact us:
info@discoverywalk. org
Phone: 1-360-818-4280
Please do not call after 9 am, and please leave a message as our voicemail (Google Voice) transcribes messages so it is easy to forward them via email to the right person to answer your questions.
Feb 26th, 2010 by test1
Great walk at McKinney Roughs (on Hwy 71 between Austin and Bastrop)
They offer a new trail in the west section of the park. It is on a nice wide horse trail. It also has substantial hills so it will give you a great workout.
Pictures: http://walktx. org/2010/ McKinneyRoughs/ index.html
Welcome! We are excited to see you again at the Vancouver International Discovery Walk Festival, April 23-25, 2010 in Vancouver, Washington, USA. Come see the full info at http://www.discover ywalk.org
Our online and mail-in registration is open. Until March 1, you can register for the Discount rate of only $8 per walk, bike, or swim.
After March 1, the price is $10 per event through the day of event. But if you form a team of 10 or more, or volunteer with us, you can register at the Team Rate of $5 per event through the day of event.
2010 Vancouver Discovery Walk Mail-In Registration Form
New ____ Returning ____ Birthdate: ____/_____/_ ____
Name: ____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ ______
Address:____ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ ___
City, State, Zip, Country: ____________ _________ _________ _________
Phone: ____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _____
Email Address: ____________ _________ _________ _________ ________
If Team give Team Name:_______ _________ _________ _________ ____
Teams may also use the Team Registration Form, see web site.
Check days/distances:
( ) Friday Walk ( )5K ( )10K
( ) Saturday Walk ( )5K ( )5K Family ( )10K ( )21K ( )42K
( ) Sunday Walk ( )5K ( )10K ( )21K
( ) Bike Sunday ( )15K ( )25K ( )50K
( ) Swim Sunday ( )300m ( )600m Earn award and 1 IVV credit
for 300m, 2 credits for 600 m.
============ ========= ========= ========= =
Prices – Circle your choices
Deadline / Team rate / by Mar. 1 /after Mar. 1
1 day of walking / $5 / $8 / $10
2 days of walking / $10 / $16 / $20
3 days of walking / $15 / $24 / $30
Bike Sunday / $5 / $8 / $10
Swim Sunday / $5 / $8 / $10
(swim includes 2 IVV event credits and award for only 1 price)
Child 12 and Under FREE / FREE / FREE
T-Shirt $15 CIRCLE SIZE — S M L XL 2XL 3XL
============ ========= ========= ========= =
Total
Print and mail with payment payable to:
International Walk Fest
PO Box 2009
Vancouver, WA 98668
All US walkers must pay at the time they register.
Walkers outside of USA: Register by the dates shown and pay that price upon arrival.
Credit cards are only accepted via our online form, do not email us or mail us your credit card information.
Registration is not refundable, but you may transfer it to another participant.
============ ========= ========= ========= ==
Dates and Location:
April 23, 25, 25, 2010
Vancouver Hilton Hotel, Vancouver, WA, USA
2010 Trails
Our Saturday trailmaster Burt Paynter and our Sunday trailmaster Heidi Schurr have designed new routes that take in the riverfront trail, greenways, and Vancouver neighborhoods. Come see our overview maps on our web site.
http://www.discover ywalk.org/ iml/maps. html
Our Friday Mayor’s Walk will using the new Land Bridge that links historic Fort Vancouver with the Renaissance Trail on the Columbia River. Our award for the Mayor’s Walk will be a string backpack.
The Saturday routes will include a marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K route (including the Family Fun 5K Walk). The Family Fun Walk route will enjoy the Renaissance Trail along the Columbia River as it did last year. The 10K and half marathon routes will be new and take in more of the river. The marathon route will be twice-around the half marathon route.
The Sunday routes are new. The 22K route walks Burnt Bridge Creek Greenway, while the 10K and 5K explore Vancouver neighborhoods and the fun and funky Uptown Main Street.
Our Bikes and Swims will be on Sunday again this year. You can do both 300 meter swims for the cost of only 1 registration. Those who earn IVV credit will get 2 credits for only the one fee. We will be at Propstra pool this year, with a shuttle provided to and from our walk/bike
start/finish at the Vancouver Hilton Hotel.
To qualify for the Triathlon award, you must do a walk, bike and swim all on Sunday. Walks on other days no longer count towards the Triathlon designation.
Event volunteers may register for our Team Discount Rate, which is the same as the Earlybird Rate. Volunteer forms are available on our web site: http://www.discover ywalk.org/ iml/page8volunte er.html
Those walking Saturday or Sunday will all receive a medal on a neck ribbon.
For those AVA Special Program/state challenge participants, we have a printable list. Please note that the list is only our best guess and the walkers themselves are responsible for checking whether the listed items do or do not fulfill the requirements of their programs. Routes may change without notice and may not include the listed items on the day of event. We will stamp any official record books, it is up to the walker to know which ones are appropriate. Please be kind to our finish volunteers, trailmasters, and event director and do not question them further about these programs. http://www.discover ywalk.org/ iml/challenges. pdf
Location: Vancouver Hilton Hotel
301 West 6th Street, Vancouver Washington 98660.
Booking Code: DIS
To contact us:
info@discoverywalk. org
Phone: 1-360-818-4280
Please do not call after 9 am, and please leave a message as our voicemail (Google Voice) transcribes messages so it is easy to forward them via email to the right person to answer your questions.
Feb 26th, 2010 by test1
Hello Walkers & quilters & cruisers.,
I would like to invite you to join us on the Royal Caribbean Enchantment of the Seas on August 12, 2010 thru August 21 as we cruise from the convenient port of Baltimore MD to Portland Maine, Bar Harbor Maine, Saint John New Brunswick, Halifax Nova Scotia , Boston Massachusetts and back to Baltimore . There are Year Round Events in almost all of the ports.
We have blocked a group of rooms with excellent pricing. For additional information concerning the walks, the quilting or just a relaxing cruise, please contact me . For those interested in the quilting you can look at Debra Gabel’s website at http://www.zebrapat terns.com . Take a look at the ship and itinerary at http://www.rccl. com .
Thanks for reading.
Sandy Lynch
240-593-4402
avawalk5@comcast. net
Feb 26th, 2010 by test1
The Bloomington Flying Fish Volkswalk Club and the Bedford Hiking Club are sponsoring a weekend of walks on April 16 and April 17. The walk FR, April 16 will be in Washington, IN and the start time will be from noon/dusk.
The walk and bike on SA, April 17 will be 7 miles away in Montgomery, IN. from 8:00AM-3:00PM
This area is Amish Country and will be a delightful weekend stay.
Check the Bedford Hiking Club’s website for details and overnight lodging information @ Gasthof Village Inn. (discount overnight for walkers)
Feb 26th, 2010 by test1
The Ozark Hill Hikers of Arkansas are hosting a late morning Spring walk starting at 11a.m. on April 24, 2010 at Blowing Springs park in Bella Vista, AR. The 10k/5k event will go through a picturesque little park on its way to circle around the Lake Bella Vista Walking Trail. The paved walking trail is level and loops around Lake Bella Vista and is ideal for walking, running and biking. The walking trail is adjacent to Bella Vista’s Veterans Wall of
Honor.
In conjunction with the Blowing Springs walk, there will be a morning hike that morning at Ozark Chinquapin Trail located in Big Sugar Creek State Park hosted by the Dogwood Trailblazers of Joplin, MO. Start times for both events have been set to allow walkers ample time to enjoy both events and time for lunch in between. There are picnic tables at the Start/Finish at Blowing Springs for those who would like to “brown bag” lunch. There will
also be a gathering of the local Corvette club, so there will be some cool cars to see as you start and finish the walk.
Visit the Ozark Hill Hikers website at sites.google.com/site/ozarkhillhikersfor a brochure of the Blowing Springs walk, the 8 YREs in the area and other club information. You can also contact Doug Evett by email at douge855@gmail.com or at (479) 381-2406.
Jun 1st, 2009 by Susan Hilliard
The swamp buggy tour and nature encounter at the Babcock Eco-Farm is quite an adventure. This 2 1/2 hour tour takes you through the Babcock Ranch and Telegraph Cypress Swamp in a specially built swamp buggy.
Babcock ranch, or the Crescent B Ranch, sits on 90,000 + acres which is located in both Lee and Charlotte counties. This is part of the true Florida wilderness that’s left for all to enjoy.
The educational tour consists of natural history, Florida history, and history of the Babcock Ranch, as well as an education about the wild animals and reptiles found as residents of the ranch.
The tour yeilded wild hogs, white-tailed deers, wild turkeys, wild Florida cracker cattle (cows, heifers, calves, steers, and bulls), alligators, snakes, native birds, such as red shouldered hawk, cougars and so much more. It’s an adventure you and your family you won’t soon forgot.
There are four distinctly different ecosystems at the Babcock Eco-Farm — Babcock Ranch. They include the unspoiled piney flatlands, oak hammocks, a fresh water marsh and sections of the Telegraph Cypress Swamp. These types of areas are all part of the original Florida that is disappearing quickly but thankfully still being preserved at the Babcock Ranch and Eco-Farm.
The professional staff and tour guide were very knowledgeable giving commentaries on the wildlife, ranch activities such as cattle and horses, and history of the area.
The Babcock Museum also gives insight into the start of the ranch and activities over the years, including a movie made at the Ranch staring Sean Connery by Warner Brothers entitled “Just Cause”.
To plan you own adventure to the Babcock Eco Farm & Babcock Ranch here’s their details:
Babcock Wilderness Adventures
8000 State Road 31
Punta Gorda, Florida 33982
Reservations: 1-800-500-5583
Gainesville – University of Florida
Saturday Morning, November 10
Hosted by the First Coast Trail Forgers
Year-Round Event
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The First Coast Trail Forgers will host a group walk of their Gainesville/University of Florida year-round trail on Saturday, November 10, at 9:45 at the VA Hospital pavilion. Please go to: map for directions to the trail-head Pavilion at the Veterans Hospital.
Trail: The trail is suitable for strollers and wheelchairs but extreme caution must be exercised at busy street crossings. Pets must be leashed, under control. Part of this trail is on a boardwalk path to Lake Alice and is not recommended to be done alone or near dusk. The walk is around the beautiful University of Florida campus, home of the Florida Gators. The University is the oldest in the state of Florida. The northeast quadrant of the campus is on the Register of Historic Places. This walk qualifies for the College Campus walking program. Distance is either 5K or 10K (3 or 6 miles).
Cost: $3 for AVA credit; free for non-credit
walkers.
Directions:
From I-75 take exit 384 east onto FL 24 (Archer Rd). Stay on Archer Rd to the VA Hospital picnic pavilion (directions above
Nov 5th, 2007 by Susan Hilliard
Hi Florida Walkers,
This E-News is packed full with upcoming events in November!
Next Saturday evening, November 10, the Happy Wanderers will host their 9th Annual Veteran’s Walk in Port Orange. This is a new event; see details below.
Also next weekend, two different group year-round walks are available. On November 10 (Saturday), the First Coast Trail Forgers will host a group walk of their Gainesville/University of Florida year-round trail. And on November 11 (Sunday), and the Happy Wanderers will meet in Port Orange to walk their year-round trail there (a different trail than the Saturday Port Orange walk).
The Mid-Florida Milers will host their next walk November 17 on the Cady Way Trail in Orlando. This is a unique walk in which walkers will be chauffeured to the end of the trail, where they will then walk the 10K (6 miles) back to the registration area where they left their car. Of course, if you want to walk 20K (13 miles), you can start at the registration area and walk both ways! A 5K (3 miles) trail will also be available. Details are below.
The Mid-Florida Milers also want club members and friends to reserve their spot at the Mid-Florida Milers Annual Holiday Dinner. See your special invitation below!
The Trinity Trekkers of Texas are returning to Orlando on November 23, 24, 25 to host walks at Disney World! Two different walks can be walked any of the three days and will go into all 4 parks. There is a special package if you want to stay in the resort and get a great discount on Disney passes. To walk the trails, you must have tickets into the parks. Pre-registration for the special resort package ends on November 17, so contact David Toth at TrinTrek@sbcglobal.net or 210-521-8684, if you are interested in the package. He will send you the details you need for booking. You can also call GeTTravel, which is handling the reservations at 1-888-877-4445. The special package includes 3-night accommodations at Disney’s All Star Sports Resort, a 3-day Theme Park hopper ticket, registration for both walks and the commemorative medal. If you contact David Toth or GeTTravel, they will tell you the price.
Disney does offer special discounts to Florida residents for multi-day tickets if you don’t need or want accommodations. Check out Disney.com for that kind information.
If you have the package, multi-day hopper park tickets, or seasonal/annual passes, and want to have a fun weekend walking in and enjoying Disney parks, then see details of the walks below.
For those who want a different walk that same weekend (which, by the way, is Thanksgiving weekend), the Meandering Manatees want you to know that they are hosting their Post-Turkey Trot at Oscar Scherer State Park, Osprey on November 23 & 24. Details below.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to write to me!
Happy Trails,
Letty
Nov 5th, 2007 by Susan Hilliard
The Mid Florida Milers have sent us their walking schedule for Dec, and Jan through June 2008 – for your info.
1 December, Brooksville and San Antonio, Citrus County
Description: The start is 0900-1000. The Brooksville walk closes after 31 December so we take a drive through Brooksville and meet at the trailhead just off SR 50 west of the SR 529. Brooksville is an 11 kilometer (6.8 miles) mostly unshaded walk route along the Sunshine parkway. After Brooksville we drive to San Antonio for a College Campus 10km walk with a rating of 2. We will eat there before starting on the route that will take walkers through the charming small town of San Antonio, then onto the village of St. Leo, to enjoy a look at the Holy
Name Monastery, the Grotto of Lourdes, and St. Leo University. The walk is a credit only walk. There is an Holiday Inn Express a short distance form the start and a Comfort Inn about 6 miles away. Pets are welcome; wheelchairs and strollers expect an easy walk at Brooksville but medium to hard in San Antonio. The walks are free unless IVV credit is needed which is $3.00.
Directions: From Orlando take SR 408, west to the Florida Turnpike. Then north to Exit 272 & turn left on SR 50 and proceed 50 mi west to Brooksville. Drive under the SR 589 Suncoast Parkway, turn left on the 1st street, Grove, and follow to the trailhead. From Tampa and St. Pete go north on the Suncoast Parkway, SR 589, to Brooksville Exit. Turn left to the 1st street, Grove, and follow to the trailhead. From I-75 at exit 301 turn west on US 98/SR 50. Continue thru Brooksville on SR 50A toward Weeki Wachee Drive under the SR 589 Suncoast Parkway, turn left on the 1st street, Grove, and follow to the trailhead.
A new Motel is about 1/2 Miles West off the Trail Head: Holiday Inn “Express” (Motel & Suites), Brooksville 14112 Cortez Blvd. (Cortez is Highway 50) Brooksville, Florida 34613 Phone (352) 597-4540
15 December, Windermere, Orange County, Night Walk
Description:The start is 1715-1815. There are 5 and 10 km routes to view the holiday decorations. This is the second year MFM has teamed for a night walk in Windermere in conjunction with the Town’s Parks and Recreation Department. The cost of the event is $8.00 and there will be a long sleeve T with a with a scene of the Windermere Union Church
painted by local artist Mariola Nowicki. on the front available to the 1st 200 persons. The cost includes IVV credit. Bring flashlights and route map and route signs are provided. Pets are not recommended and the unpaved roads make wheelchair and stroller use a medium to hard difficulty.
Directions: From Orlando on I-4 take the Conroy Exit #78B and drive 6 mi to Windermere. From Tampa use Exit 75B, Kirkman, and turn left onto Conroy Windermere. Drive 4.5 mi. Cross Main Street and the Town Hall is on the right.
22 December, Maitland, Orange County, Night Walk
Description: The start is from 1730-1800 at Lake Lily. There are 5 and 10 km routes that visit the venues with holiday lights and provide a nice evening walk at your pace prior to Christmas eve. The walk is a credit only walk. Pets are not recommended; wheelchairs and strollers expect medium difficult walks. Bring flashlights. The walk is free unless IVV credit is needed which is $3.00.
Directions: From Orlando take Interstate 4 east to Exit 90A, Maitland Blvd., and exit right; from Daytona use exit 90 and turn left to the second light, Maitland Ave. Turn right, go 1.5 miles Lake Lily (3 blocks past Horatio). Turn right into the park. From Sanford or Orlando drive on US 17/92 to Maitland Ave. (just pass Dodge Station on the left from the north and after Lake Ave. intersection from the south). This is a RR Heritage walk.
January 1
1 January 2008, Lake Buena Vista, Orange County, walk and lunch
Description: The start is from 1000-1030 at Lake Lily. There are 5 and 10 km routes that visit Downtown Disney and lunch is available afterwards at the Crab House, $13 inclusive, pay at the walk. the options are entrees of: stuffed or grilled shrimp, Grilled chicken, broiled seafood platter, or crab cake; all entrees will also include broccolli and steamed rice, tossed Garden Salad with Italian Dressing, Coffee, Tea, or Soda, and Dessert–Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Chocolate Sauce. Tax and gratuity included. Please email or call with attendance so we can give a count to the restaurant (407.894.3069/barnar@bellsouth.net). Pets are not allowed for this walk. The walk is free unless IVV credit is needed which is $3.00.
Directions: : From Tampa, Daytona, Orlando or Seminole County take I-4 to Exit 68, Lake Buena Vista, SR 535, and exit north (left from Tampa; right from Orlando). Turn RIGHT at second light after the freeway on Palm Parkway. Drive 0.3 miles to Crab House and other restaurants (Kobe) on the right.
From Cocoa and East Orlando use SR 528 (toll) to I-4 west (Tampa) to Exit 68, SR 535 and exit right (north). Turn RIGHT at second light after the freeway on Palm Parkway. Drive 0.3 miles to Crab House and other restaurants (Kobe) on the right.
Nov 1st, 2007 by Susan Hilliard
Hello, Missouri State Park eFriends.
Welcome to the November issue of Missouri State Park eFriends. I would
like to relay to you the latest news from around the Missouri state park
system. First things first…see below. We want your input!
======Visioning Online — WE WANT YOUR HELP!!!======
The Missouri state park system is looking ahead to the next 10 years to
see what challenges and trends must be met and how to meet them. Its proud
history began in 1917 but to remain a viable state park system, it must
look ahead. To meet these challenges, the division began what it calls the
” visioning” process. The process began with meetings and workshops with
park staff and constituents. The ideas were collected under six main
topics: staff training and expansion; funding; new or expanded facilities;
programs and event expansion; diversity initiatives; and marketing and
promotions. This information is now available on the Web. Your input on
these ideas is important to us. Please go online at
http://www.mostateparks.com/visioning.htm and give us your comments on the
ideas. The Web site will remain active through Jan. 31, 2008.
We also invite your comments on eFriends and the state park system in
general. Your input is important to us and is used as a tool to provide
better services to all of our customers.
Thanks for keeping us on your mailing list and for participating in our
activities.
Douglas Eiken, Director
Missouri Department of Natural Resources
Division of State Parks
======Find the Director and WIN A PRIZE!!!======
Congratulations to Melanie Smith, of Little Rock, Ark., who correctly
guessed the Katy Depot in Sedalia as October’s location of the Find the
Director. She has won a gift certificate that can be used for two free
nights of camping in any Missouri state park or historic site campground.
To view last month’s mystery state park or historic site and read comments
from the director, go to http://www.mostateparks.com/findthedir1007.htm
Each month, a photograph of a state park or historic site taken by Doug
Eiken, the division director, will be featured along with clues to its
identity. If you know or can guess the identity of the site, submit your
answer by Nov. 23 to qualify for a prize. For more details, go to
http://www.mostateparks.com/findthedirector.htm
======Featured Site======
Long Branch State Park, Macon
Nestled in the rolling farmland of northern Missouri is Long Branch Lake.
Three separate areas around the lake have been designated as Long Branch
State Park, providing public access to the lake and remaining natural
features of the area. Visitors can fish, camp and picnic along the lake
for some of Missouri’s finest views.
For more information on Long Branch State Park, visit
http://www.mostateparks.com/longbranch.htm
======Special Events======
Hanging of the Greens
Arrow Rock State Historic Site, Arrow Rock
Join residents on Nov. 24 as they decorate the village of Arrow Rock for
Christmas. Caroling and awaiting Santa’s arrival will happen on the
boardwalk, while other events are being planned at the site’s visitor
center. Activities include decorating an old fashioned Christmas tree,
making “natural ornaments” to take home and more.
For more information and a complete listing of special events in your
area, visit http://www.mostateparks.com/events/events.htm
======Sport Shows======
Visit our Missouri state park booth at one of the following sport shows:
Kansas City Sport Show, Bartle Hall, Jan. 9-13
St. Louis RV Show, America’s Center and Edward Jones Dome, Jan.10-13
Columbia Sport Show, Hearnes Center, Jan. 25-27
St. Louis Boat Show, America’s Center and Edward Jones Dome, Feb. 6-10
For more information, contact us at moparks@dnr.mo.gov
======2008 Katy Trail Bike Ride======
In June every year, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources sponsors
a five-day, four-night bicycle tour of the nation’s longest developed
rail-trail, Katy Trail State Park. More than 300 bicyclists from 27 states
participated in the 2007 ride.
For more information about the 2008 Katy Trail Bike Ride, visit
http://www.mostateparks.com/katytrail/2008ride.htm
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Oct 30th, 2007 by Susan Hilliard
Hope we will see you at all our November walks on 11/3, 11/10 and 11/17.
Jacksonville – Atlantic Beach 11/3, 8:45 AM
Distance and Trail Rating: 5K & 10K 1+
Start Point Address / Driving Directions: Sea Turtle Inn, 1 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-249-7402 From the SOUTH – take I-95 north to J. Turner Butler Blvd, SR 202. Proceed east (right) on Butler to Kernan Blvd. Go north (left) on Kernan to Atlantic Blvd, SR 10. Turn right on Atlantic Blvd. Go approx. 5.8 miles. Free parking is available in a parking lot on the south side of Atlantic Blvd. between East Coast Dr. and 1st St. and in diagonal parking spaces along 1st St. and several other streets in the general area. From the NORTH – take I-95 south to State Road 9A. Proceed east on 9A to the Atlantic Blvd, SR 10 exit. Go east (left) for approx. 9 miles. Free parking is available in a parking lot on the south side of Atlantic Blvd. between East Coast Dr. and 1st St. and in diagonal parking spaces along 1st St. and several other streets in the general area.
Event Description: Daily dawn to dusk. Trail is rated 1+ on paved sidewalks/streets and sandy beach. Not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. Pets not allowed on the beach. Both the 5K and 10K walks will begin at the oceanfront Sea Turtle Inn. Ask for the special First Coast Trail Forgers room rate. The walk goes through charming residential areas of Atlantic Beach. Five K walkers will then stoll on the beach for the rest of the walk. The 10K walkers will go through the Atlantic Beach Selva Marina area before moving onto the beach,. This area is a delightful change of pace from much of coastal FL. There are hills and massive old trees. Restrooms, restaurants and shops are located in the Town Centre area where the walk begins and ends.
Gainesville, FL 11/10, 9:45 AM
Distance and Trail Rating: 5K & 10km 1
Start Point Address / Driving Directions: University Hotel (Holiday Inn), Gainesville, 1250 West University Ave, 352-376-1661. From I-75 take exit 384 east onto FL 24 (Archer Rd). Stay on Archer Rd to SW 13th St. (Note the VA Hospital on the right of Archer Rd as you approach town). Left onto SW 13th St. Holiday Inn is located on the right at the corner of West University Ave and SW 13th St. Pick up start box at front desk, register and drive to VA Hospital on Archer Rd. Park in visitor’s parking lot off of SW 16th Ave. Lot is accessible from Archer Rd. Start walk at the hospital picnic pavilion. City is crowded on Gator home game weekends. Please call ahead to check.
Event Description: Daily, dawn to dusk. Trail is rated 1 and is suitable for strollers and wheelchairs but extreme caution must be exercised at busy street crossings. Pets must be leashed, under control. Part of this trail is on a boardwalk path to Lake Alice and is not recommended to be done alone or at near dusk. The walk is around the beautiful University of Florida campus, home of the Florida Gators. The University is the oldest in the state of Florida. The northeast quadrant of the campus is on the Register of Historic Places. This walk qualifies for the College Campus walking program.
Jacksonville – Riverwalk 11/17, 8:45 AM
Distance and Trail Rating: 5K & 11K 1+
Start Point Address / Driving Directions: Omni Hotel, 245 Water St,Jacksnville, FL 904-355-6664 Jacksonville Riverwalk FROM I-95 NORTHBOUND – take exit 352B (Forsyth St). Go about .9 mi to Pearl St. Turn right. Go two blocks to Water St. Turn left. Hotel on left. FROM I-95 SOUTHBOUND – take left lane exit 353B (West Union St.) Go left toward Riverfront/Sports complex. Go about .6 mile to Pearl St. Turn right. Go 9 blocks to Water St. Turn left. Hotel on left. Start box at front desk. Parking: Metered parking is free on weekends; the least expense weekday parking is at “The Jacksonville Landing” parking lot on Water St.
Event Description: Daily dawn to dusk. Trail is rated 1+ and is not suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. This event covers both shores of the Jacksonvlle riverfront. You will experience the Jacksonville Landing with its many shops and restaurants. You will go through the city with its tall buildings and see the sports complex with the Alltel Stadium (home of the Jaguars), the Jacksonville Baseball Grounds and the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. You will witness Friendship Fountain and the centuries old Treaty Oak. This event qualifies for the RiverWalk America, Railroad Heritage and Courthouses walking program.
Oct 19th, 2007 by Susan Hilliard
To all Ft. Clinch Sat. 10/20 walkers,
We believe the “show your library card (or give the State Park Ranger a lightly used book) and get in the Park FREE” is still in effect for the month of October.
