October 23-24, 2010
Rush Ranch
3521 Grizzly Island Road
Suisun, CA 94584
Rush Ranch Walk
6 km (3.72 mi) & 11 km (6.83mi) Walk
AVA 376 / CA22
PA10/88118
SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
Native American Culture
C0 Solano
Award:
This event is credit only which is $3.00. "B" medals are available. You may participate free if no credit is desired.
START TIME: 9:00 am to 13:00 Noon
FINISH TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION:
Rush Ranch
3521 Grizzly Island Road
Suisun, CA 94584
TRAIL RATING/DESCRIPTION:
The route is on three packed dirt trails
1. Hill Trail: rated 3. A fairly steep packed dirt trail that leads to a wonderful view of the Suisun Valley.
2. Marsh Trail: rated 1+ packed dirt trail goes to the Suisun Marsh, the largest contiguous tidal marsh.
3. Pasture Trail: rated 1+ A packed dirt trail through the working ranch pasture land. The trail passes a Patwin grinding stone. The 11 km route is a combination of the three trails. The 6 km route is a combination of the Marsh trail plus one half pasture trail.
MISCELLANEOUS
DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON RUSH RANCH OR THE TRAILS. Water available at the Start Point, but it is a good idea to carry your own water.. No Wheelchairs Stroller would be very difficult due to the uneven dirt trails and steep climb on the Hill Trial. . This event counts toward acquisition of IVV Achievement Awards. The Walk will be held rain or shine. No Refunds. The event is open to everyone.
This event is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a member International Federation of Popular Sports. This event counts toward the acquisition of IVV Achievement awards.
DIRECTIONS:
I-80 from Sacramento: exit at Abernathy Rd.
I-80 From Bay Area: take Hiwy 12 exit. Proceed on Hiwy 12 toward Rio Vista for approximately 3 miles. Turn right onto Grizzly Island Road and continue for approximately two miles to the ranch
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Contact Bud or Jill Simmons
(707) 448-5148 E-mail : jillmail@sbcglobal.net
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