Oktoberfest Volksmarch in Arizona

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Oktoberfest Volksmarsch

Thunder Mountain Trekkers, Inc.

Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. #2065

1 Elks Lane

Sierra Vista, Arizona

5 & 10 Kilometers

PA 13/96202 

September 28, 2013

  

AVA Sponsor

Thunder Mountain Trekkers, Inc.

• START / FINISH:  The Start / Finish will be at the Sierra Vista Elk’s Lodge, 1 Elk’s Lane, Wilcox Drive at Fab Ave. in Sierra Vista, Arizona (directions below).  Water will be available at the Start / Finish.
• START/FINISH TIME:  Start any time between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m.  Finish by 1 p.m.
• SPONSORS:  Thunder Mountain Trekkers and the Sierra Vista Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. #2065.
• ELIGIBILITY:  This event is open to all.  Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  Pets are not allowed in the Elks Lodge, however, pets may do the walk event.
• REGISTRATION:  This is a “B” Award event.  There is no pre-registration.
• FEES:  “B” Awards  $4.00; IVV Credit Only  $3.00; Walk only   FREE
• This event counts for the earning of IVV achievement awards.  IVV Record Books and New Walker Packets will be available for purchase at the Finish Table.
• TRAIL RATING:  1A  The trail is along multi-use paths and city sidewalks.  Start Point Elevation is approximately 4,800 feet.
• TRAIL DESCRIPTION:  The 10 km (6.2 mile) trail is on city sidewalks and multi-use paths.  It heads east from the Elks Lodge, then uses multi-use paths to Coronado Drive and the city police station.  Then west and north along city streets to a multi-use path that returns to the Elks Lodge.  A 5 km (3.1 mile) trail is available for those individuals wishing a shorter route.  It is along city sidewalks to Carmichael Street then north to use a multi-use path to return to the Elks Lodge.  All routes are suitable for baby strollers.  Sun hats and sunscreen should be worn.
• AVA SPECIAL EVENTS:  Walking the USA, A – Z Event (letter “S”), Fraternal Organizations (start point), Honoring Law Enforcement (10 km only), Murals (10 km on Wilcox, 5 km on Carmichael School).
• DISCLAIMER:  Participants do so at their own risk.  Every reasonable effort will be made by the sponsors to make the event safe and enjoyable for all.  However, the sponsors cannot be held responsible for any lost or stolen articles, accidents, or injuries.
• WATER/RESTROOMS:  Water and restrooms are available at the Start / Finish.  The Control Points will have water available.  There is a restroom in Cyr Center Park on the trail.  It is wise to carry plenty of extra water.
• INFORMATION:  Thunder Mountain Trekkers, 3288 S. Sky Hawk Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ  85650-6623  Telephone:  (520) 378-1763    e-mail:  artinthepark@cox.net
• OKTOBERFEST INFORMATION:  The Elks Lodge Oktoberfest has been an annual event in Sierra Vista for more than 20 years.  The event features authentic German food, German beers and wines, as well as the usual soft drinks.  A small selection of carnival type games is available for your entertainment sponsored by a local youth group.  The event also features the music of Rusty Greer’s Hofbrauhaus Band.  The food, drinks, games, and music will start at 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evening.  Plan to enjoy the food and entertainment while attending this event.
• YEAR ROUND EVENTS:  While in the area you may want to complete some of our year round events.  Sierra Vista Fitness Loop, 6/10 km, Quality Inn, Sierra Vista.  Benson, 5/10 km, Shell Super Stop, Benson.  Coronado National Memorial, 11/12 km, Quality Inn, Sierra Vista (Register here, drive to start).  Ft. Huachuca, 5/10 km, Quality Inn, Sierra Vista (Register here, drive to start).  Old Bisbee, 5/10 km, Copper Queen Hotel, Bisbee.  Naco, Arizona to Naco, Mexico, 5/10/15 km, Turquoise Valley Golf & RV Park, Naco.  (Passport or passport card are required to cross the border.  An optional 10 km route completely on the U.S. side of the border is available.).  San Pedro River, 5/10 km, Quality Inn, Sierra Vista (Register here, drive to start).  Tombstone, 5/10 km, Circle K, Tombstone.
• ATTENTION FREE WALKERS:  If you really enjoy our events, could you please plan to place a small donation in the jar at our Start / Finish area?  This will help cover the cost of putting on this event and enable us to continue to sanction future walks.  Thank you!!
• DIRECTIONS:  Take Exit 302 (Fort Huachuca / Sierra Vista) off of I-10.  This is Highway 90.  Follow Hwy. 90 south through Huachuca City, then at the first traffic light on the edge of Sierra Vista (East Gate of Fort Huachuca) go straight ahead onto Buffalo Soldier Trail.  Turn left onto Wilcox Drive (traffic light after the Main Gate for Fort Huachuca).  The Elks Lodge is on your right one block down the street.  Parking is at the Elks Lodge, or across the street at the Sierra Vista Herald. Plus, there are several other parking lots in the area on the left (north) side of Wilcox Drive.