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City / State:
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Atlantic City, WY
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Event Name:
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Historic Gold Mines
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Event Type:
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Seasonal Walk
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Event ID:
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85437 2010/Y0908
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Distance - Trail Ratings:
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7 & 16 Km - 3
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Description:
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Altitude 7,657 to 8,241 feet. **Call first to ensure Barbara or Bob will be available at the inn when you arrive to register. Toll free 888-292-0248. Trail is on county-and BLM-maintained gravel roads through high plains & rolling hills. The 7K walk travels halfway to South Pass City and takes an isolated road past Duncan and Mary Ellen mines. The 16K walk travels past the King Solomon and restored Carissa gold mines through South Pass City to the South Pass City cemetery, and returns via the isolated road past the Duncan and Mary Ellen gold mines. South Pass City has vending machines and public toilets; the South Pass City Mercantile may be open for cold drinks and Wyoming-made candies. Walk during daylight hours only. Dogs should be leashed. Use sunscreen.
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Amenities:
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Strollers: None | Wheelchairs: None | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
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Special Classifications:
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Cemetery Stroll, Pony Express
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Start Times:
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Location:
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Miner's Delight Inn Bed & Breakfast.
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Start Point / Driving Directions:
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290 Atlantic City Rd, Atlantic City WY. From Lander, head south on Hwy 287, then west on Hwy 28. At mile marker 49 turn left. Follow the signs to Atlantic City. The inn is on the south end of town, across from the Fire Hall. From Rock Springs, head north to Farson, then east on Hwy 28. At mile marker 49, turn right. Follow the signs to Atlantic City. The inn is on the south end of town, across from the Fire Hall. For more information contact 888-292-0248.
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Awards & Fees:
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IVV Credit Only
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Comments:
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Cemetery Stroll Special Classification (ends June 30, 2010)
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Host Club:
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Cheyenne High Plains Wanderers
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Contact:
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Barbara & Bob Townsend (307) 332-0248
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Website:
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www.minersdelightinn.com
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E-Mail Contact:
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bandb@minersdelightinn.com
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