Heart of the Hills

SPONSORED BY	Black Hills Volkssport Association
SANCTION NUMBER	83268
START POINT	Tracy Park & Burlington Northern Trailhead of Mickelson Trail Hill City, SD
START/FINISH TIMES	Start: 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. Finish: By 1:00 p.m.
TRAIL RATING	2
DISTANCE	5K, 10K
AWARD	TBA
FEES	$3.00 credit walker; $2.00 other walkers.
TRAIL DESCRIPTION	Walk on Mickelson Trail through Hill City.
EVENT INFORMATION	Held in conjunction with the Heart of the Hills celebration Walk on forest service property. Walk along Railroad Ave. to Main Street. Black Hills Overdrive will have a car show in Hill City during Volksmarch.. Ride the 1880 Train, visit numerous art galleries along the main street. Elevation at start point is 5012' and rises from there.
DIRECTIONS	Hill City is located on Hwy 385/16. Take Mt. Rushmore Road from Rapid City. From Hot Springs and Custer take 385 north. Follow signs to Mickelson Trailhead. Tracey Park Trailhead East End of Poplar Street.
NEED 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. New walker program packets will also be available for $5.00 each.
WATER	Water will be available at the Start/Finish and check points. Carrying water is highly recommended.
FOOD	N/A
PETS	Leashed
RESTROOMS	Yes, at the Start Point
CONTACT PERSON	Reta Thovson 2713 Gold Dust Road Hill City, SD 57745 605-574-3278

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