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ALBANY, NY

2 Year-Round Events

19^th   ANNUAL
10/6km walk Event #85150 (YR 10/248)
AVA Special Programs

Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2010

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6^th ANNUAL

10/12km Walk Event #85151 (YR 10/1721)

Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2010

Empire Plaza World War II Memorial

Welcome To Albany, New York and the state capital walk. This event is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA) a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV). Participants are eligible for credit toward IVV Achievement Awards.

Course Description: The 6/10Km trail is rated 1+ and follows streets and sidewalks through the Captial City of New York, passing many Historical Sites, The Empire State Plaza & the Capitol Building. - suitable for wheelchairs and baby strollers. Some assistance may be required.
10/12 km (7.4 mi.) (College Campus Walk)Route is through the capital city of New York State passing many historical sites, buildings and several colleges.

Starting Point: Albany Urban Cultural Park Visitors Center, 25 Quackenbush Square, (corner of Clinton and Broadway) Albany, NY 12207, (518) 434-5132. (A/V shows, Planetarium, Exhibits, Gift Shop).

Hours: The walk may be done during daylight hours only. Visitor Center Hours:  Mon-Fri, 9-4; Sat. 10-3 Sun; 11-3. Closed on major holidays.  (New Years Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas).

Directions: From North, East and West, take I-90 to I-787. South on I-787 to Clinton Ave. Exit. Right onto Broadway, Right on Spencer St. to the Visitor's Center parking lot . From South, NY Thruway to exit 23. I-787 North to Downtown Exit marked 9N and 20W. Then follow signs for 9N and Clinton Ave. Turn left on Broadway and follow directions as above.

Paid parking is in effect 24 hours per day, 6 days per week (Monday-Saturday). Short term parking may be reimbursed with a receipt at the Visitors Center. Hours:  Mon-Fri, 9-4; Sat. 10-3 Sun; 11-3. Closed on major holidays.

"A" Awards:  There are 2   "A" AWARDS : A  1 1/4 inch PIN depicting the Capitol Building as seen from the Empire State Plaza.  There is also a ceramic tile
                          Various "B" awards are also available.

                                                                                                                                                                             Ceramic Tile

Registration: Fees are $6.00 for pin "A" award and IVV credit, $7.00 for Tile/Credit
                           $5.00 for "B" award and IVV credit, $3.00 for IVV credit, and $2.00 for non-IVV credit walkers.
                           

Refreshments & Restrooms: Water and restroom facilities are available at the start/finish and along the route. Refreshments may also be purchased from local businesses along the route. Walkers are encouraged to carry water during warm weather.

Smoking is prohibited in public buildings by New York State law. Please observe this ruling.

Acknowledgements: ESCV would like to thank the Albany Urban Cultural Park Visitors Center for the use of their facilities and their help. Without them, this event would not be possible. Check at the desk to learn of the various programs offered.

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For Additional Walk Information, please send SASE to:

ESCV
P.O. Box 5464
Clifton Park, NY 12065-5464

E-Mail: Teresa Kennedy
(518) 370-0585

Groups of six or more please contact one of the above.

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