Special Programs:  Authors & Literary Landmarks, Artistic Heritage

AVA Sanction:  Y1112  (Open February 11 - December 31, 2010)

Description: This 10K walk takes you along Lake Taneycomo, through a park, residential area, historic downtown Branson, and the new Branson Landing.  It is mainly paved surfaces with a few hills.  Trail is rated 1+ and is suitable for wheelchairs and strollers, with assistance.  Dogs must be leashed.

Registration: Start point is Skaggs Medical Center, 545 North Business Hwy 65, Branson, MO.  Credit Only.  Fees are $3.00 for IVV credit or free for those not desiring credit.

Directions to Registration/Start Point:
From Hwy 65, take Hwy 248/Bus. 65 exit.  From the north, turn left on Bus. 65 (east) and from the south, turn right on Bus. 65 (east).  Go east on Bus. 65 for 0.5 miles to Skaggs Medical Center on your right.  Turn right at the 3rd entrance, marked Main Entrance.  Park in the parking lot on your left near the entrance.  Walk into Hospital Entrance to the Information desk and ask for Walk Box.

Contact: Carolyn Wolfe, 417-451-6016, caroljwolfe@joplin.com 

Coordinates: N 36º 38.320, W 93º 13.287