Bear Mountain Volksmarch

SPONSORED BY	Black Hills Volkssport Association
SANCTION NUMBER	76952
START POINT	Medicine Mountain Boy Scout Camp
START/FINISH TIMES	Start: 8am - 11am 25K walkers must start prior to 9 am. Finish by 3pm
TRAIL RATING	3 - 5K, 5 - for the rest
DISTANCE AND RATING	5K - 3, 10K - 5, 25K - 5
FEES	$3 - Credit Only $2 - Registered Walker
TRAIL DESCRIPTION	Trail is used as ski trails during the winter. At the 7153' peak is a fire tower, one of the principal towers in the area and offers breathtaking views, along with the views from the Grand Vista Overview. Beginning at the southern end, hikers ascend 1,000 feet in about 2 miles to Bear Mountain .
EVENT INFORMATION	Bear Mountain is the third highest point in the state and is the center of an uplift of Archean-age granite and gneiss, some of the oldest rocks in the Black Hills. The trail winds through draws, pass through pine and spruce forests, skirts stands of aspen and travel a limestone rim. Wildlife is abundant in the area. According to Bear Mountain trail personnel elk and deer abound; coyotes, grouse and wild turkeys are sometimes glimpsed.
DIRECTIONS	The trails accessed from Medicine Mountain Boy Scout Camp which is located southwest of Hill City and northwest of the town of Custer. Signs pointing you in the right direction for the camp are found on US 16 across from Heritage Village south of Crazy Horse Memorial. Take Medicine Mountain Road, stay to the right for approximately 4 to 5 miles, then follow Forest Road 299 north for 3 to 4 miles to the Boy Scout Camp. Look for the signs
NEED A MAP AND WEATHER INFORMATION	Visit the Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes web site for South Dakota area maps Click on "maps" found in the lower left hand corner of the home page or BH Maps on the right hand side of the web site home page. Weather information found below "maps".
DISCLAIMER	The sponsors are not liable for accidents, thefts and/or material damage. Every effort will be made to make these events safe, enjoyable and memorable. The event will take place regardless of weather conditions, please dress accordingly. No refunds will be given. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All participants will be required to sign liability disclaimer.
IVV RECORD BOOKS	Event and distance books will be available for purchase for $5.00 each at the Start/Finish. This event counts towards the acquisition of IVV achievement awards.
WATER	Carrying water is highly recommended.
FOOD	N/A
PETS	Yes, leashed
RESTROOMS	N/A
CONTACT PERSON	Karen and Mark Rugg 2202 Cerro Ct, Rapid City, SD 57702 605-388-0201

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