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EVENT# NC08/Y974 - 10K (6.2 miles) with 5K option Download PDF Brochure
Two Trails Available: River Front or College
START/FINISH POINT:
Participants are to register at the Mojo's Coffee Shop . Mojo's is located on the corner of 2nd Street and Main in the River Music Experience building in downtown Davenport, IA , phone (563)326-1555.
Parking is available on the side streets or in the lot adjacent to the start point.
Water and restrooms are available at the start point. Muffins and sandwiches are also available at Mojo's.
The walk box will be located behind the desk, under the cash register. Please remember this so you can help the server find the box.. Directions.
HOURS:
Mojo's is open:
Monday 7:00a.m. to 6:00p.m.; Tuesday through Friday 7:00a.m. to 9:00p.m.; Saturday 10:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. Sunday 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.
The trail is open daylight hours only. Mojo's is closed major holidays. Call to confirm.
ELIGIBILITY:
This event is open to the public and family participation is encouraged. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
REGISTRATION:
There is no pre-registration. The fee for IVV credit only is $3.00. Those who desire neither award nor credit may walk for free. However, every person must register and begin with a walk card. The event will be open regardless of the weather and there will be no refunds in case of bad weather.
IVV Event Credit may be earned once during Jan. thru June and once during July thru Dec.
You may participate for Distance Credit without limit. $3.00 must be paid each time you walk if you want credit. You may walk twice on one card, one fee, same day.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Contact:
George Grilley
(309)797-1362
Email: geo58@mchsi.com
AWARD:
B awards are available for purchase.
SPECIAL EVENT CLASSIFICATIONS:
America Authors and Literary Landmarks (both routes)
College Campus Walk(Trail 2 only)
RiverWalk America( both routes)
RailRoad Heritage(Trail 1 only)
US Presidents
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Trail 1, rated a 1, is 10 KM (6.2 miles) and is on city sidewalks and paved bike paths. A 5KM route is also available. It is mostly flat and will accommodate the use of strollers. The portion of the trail on the river front bike path provides many scenic views of the Mississippi River. The walk also goes through the 60 square block Village of East Davenport, which is Iowa’s largest historic district. This route is included in the RiverWalk America and the RailRoad Heritage special programs.
Trail 2, rated a 2+ due to a half mile climb with a 132 ft. elevation change, is 11 KM (6.8 miles) on city sidewalks, many without curb cuts. A 5KM route is also available. The route walks away from the riverfront area and explores 2 college campuses, the botanical center, and several neighborhoods of Davenport ending with views of the Mississippi River from the SkyBridge. This route is included in the RiverWalk America and College Campus Walk special programs.
Although there are restaurants and shops along the walk route, it is always a good idea to carry your own water, particularly in the warmer weather.
STIPULATIONS:
With registration for this event the participants accept the guidelines for AVA Volkssports events and agree to observe the principles of good sportsmanship.
DISCLAIMER:
Although every effort is being made to make this a safe, enjoyable and memorable event, the sponsors of the event (American Volkssport Association, Inc., Mississippi River Ramblers, Mojo's Cafe) are not liable for accidents, thefts and/or material damage to personal property, which might occur as a result of participation in this Volkswalk.
HISTORIC QUAD CITIES:
Located on the Mississippi River, the Quad Cities originated as an Indian trading location. It has since grown into an area of more than 300,000 people. The area is made up of five main cities -- Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa; Rock Island, Moline and East Moline in Illinois -- but "quad" sticks as the moniker. The Quad Cities has a little bit of everything, from factories to cornfields, from the magnificent Mississippi to grand architecture. Finally, it is a place where the Mississippi runs from east to west. Indian legend has it the river was cut this way when the father of waters created it. He stopped to contemplate the beauty of the land around him and the course of the river was changed forever.
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