January 1 - December 31, 2008
Lead, SD
Golden Hills Resort
Four Plus Fool Hardy Folks Extreme Walker Program

Elevation Category

Railroad Heritage

SPONSORED BY

Black Hills Volkssport Association

SANCTION NUMBER

START POINT

Golden Hills Resort
900 Miners Ave
Lead SD
57754

START/FINISH TIMES

Start:  Dawn to Dusk
Finish:  

TRAIL RATING

2

DISTANCE

12K

AWARD

IVV Credit only

FEES

$3 - Credit only
$2 - Registered Walker

TRAIL DESCRIPTION

The walk begins at the Kirk Trailhead of the George S. Mickelson Trail. Enjoy a peaceful walk on this portion of the 114 mile Rails-to-Trails program masterpiece.

EVENT INFORMATION

Carrying water is recommended. All trail users age 12 and older are required to have a trail pass on the walk. 10% room discount at Golden Hills Resort for volkssporters, per Grant Mason.

DIRECTIONS

From Rapid City, take I-90 to Sturgis, then Boulder Canyon Hwy 85 to Deadwood. Go south out of Deadwood on Hwy 85 for 5 miles to Lead, through downtown, up to Miners Ave. There is a stop light at this intersection. At the intersection, the hotel will be on your right. Other routes include Hwy 44, west out of Rapid City to Hwy 385, then north on Hwy 385 for 24 miles to the intersection of Hwy 85. Turn left at this point and drive to Lead following Hwy 85 through downtown Lead to Miners Ave. Hotel is on your right.

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.  New walker program packets will also be available for $5.00 each.

WATER

Available at Start/Finish. Carrying water is highly recommended.

FOOD

Snacks at start point..

PETS

On a leash

RESTROOMS

Available at start point.

CONTACT PERSON

Larry Thovson - 605-574-3278
12713 Gold Dust Road, Hill City, SD  57745

 

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