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City / State:
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Toutle, WA
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Event Name:
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Mt. St. Helens - SilverLake/Seaquest State Park - Toutle
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Event Type:
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Walk
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Event ID:
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84054
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Distance - Trail Ratings:
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5km / 10km - 2+
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Description:
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The Mt. St. Helens Visitors Center at Silver Lake was the first to be built after the May 18, 1980 eruption.
Register and drive 5 miles west to start point (lots of free parking). Route includes wetlands and boardwalk paths at the visitors center at Silver Lake with terrific Mt. St. Helens views. Then enter Seaquest State Park via a tunnel under the highway. Walk through the forested campground and on remote backcountry trails. The 5km route is mostly in campground areas and rated 1+. Water, restrooms and picnic tables available at start point and in campground.
Leashed pets OK with proper clean-up. Strollers possible on the 5km route only. Not suitable for wheelchairs.
WSC: All Clubs, Landscape, Cowlitz County.
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Amenities:
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Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: NO | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
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Special Classifications:
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This event doesn't have any special classifications assigned.
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Start Times:
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8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Finish by 4 p.m.
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Location:
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Toutle Lake High School Gymnasium 5050 Spirit Lake Highway; Silver Lake/Seaquest State Park
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Start Point / Driving Directions:
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From I-5, take Exit 49, Toutle/Castle Rock. Southbound left, Northbound right, following SR-504 East to the small community of Toutle. Toutle Lake High School gymnasium is the last brick building on left, just past school district headquarters. Look for volkssport signs.
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Awards & Fees:
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IVV Credit Only
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Comments:
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Sturdy shoes, camera, picnic lunch, and extra water will enhance your visit.
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Host Club:
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All Weather Walkers
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Contact:
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Jan Breneman (360) 835-9686
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Website:
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www.allweatherwalkers.org
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E-Mail Contact:
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breneman@pacifier.com
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