Directions

From San Antonio, take IH35 north to exit # 230/ Ben White Blvd. Ben White Blvd. is Hwy 71. From Dallas, traveling south on IH35, exit 239-240A and take Hwy 183 south to Hwy 71 Go east on Hwy 71 Follow towards Bergstrom International Airport. .Continue past the airport on Hwy 71 traveling toward Bastrop. The entrance for McKinney Roughs LCRA Park is north side of Hwy 71 approximately 13 miles east of the airport. Look for a small brown park sign on your right prior to turning left into the main park entrance. From Bastrop, the park entrance is approximately 10 miles west on Hwy. 71.

The Colorado River Walkers present the

Mc Kinney Roughs Nature Park Volksmarch

Cedar Creek, Texas

COLORADO RIVER FROM PARK TRAIL

Saturday, February 18, 2012

5/10 Km Walk – “B” AwardsEvent ID: SW12/92457

“McKinney Roughs is a1,100 acre nature park where characteristics of four ecosystems-- Post Oak Savannah, Blackland Prairie, East Texas Piney Woods, and a riparian zone-- converge to create an unusual blend of natural resources. Located just 13 miles east of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, McKinney Roughs is home to hundreds of plant and animal species living within the rolling box canyons, wildflower meadows and lazy river bends of the Texas Colorado River.

McKinney Roughs is a day use park where visitors can explore close to18 miles of trails by foot or horseback (bring your own horse) or take part in one of the park’s many community programs. At the Visitors’ Center, pay your entrance fee and get the latest trail information. Peruse the gift shop and learn about the area's indigenous species through interactive exhibits and why the “river is the reason” for the presence and protection of this natural area.”

ELIGIBILITY: Everyone is welcome. These events are open to all, regardless of age, sex, creed, race or nationality. An adult must accompany children under age 12.

START LOCATION: Mc Kinney Rough’s Nature Park, 1884 State Highway 71, West, Cedar Creek, Texas 78612, education building. Follow the signs from parking lot.

START / FINISH TIMES: Start between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon; finish by 3:00 p.m.

ROUTE: The 10k walk is rated "2+" and will be on well-maintained hiking trails. Part of the walk is through heavily forested woods with deep ravines. Strollers or wheelchairs are not advised. A 5 Km route will be available. Walking sticks, boots and hats will be very helpful.

AWARDS: “B” awards from previous walks will be available. Children under 12 are eligible for a free “B” award of their choice. Girl Scout award is available to Scouts who walk for credit for a cost of $5.00.

FEES: Admission to the park is $4.00 for adults, $2.00 for seniors, children 12 and under are free. There will be no refund of participation fees. There is no pre-registration. "B" Award & IVV credit $4.00 IVV Credit only $3.00No award or IVV credit FREE

DISCLAIMER: The Colorado River Walkers are not liable for accidents, injuries, thefts and/or material damage. Reasonable effort will be made to make this a safe, enjoyable, and memorable event. The event will take place regardless of weather.

EVENT CONDITIONS: The event will be held regardless of weather conditions. All participants must carry a Start Card. Walk route twice on same Start Card for additional distance credit. Events are noncompetitive. Walk, or run at your own pace. Pets are allowed, but must remain on a leash and park rules regarding pets must be followed.

SANCTION AND IVV CREDIT: This event is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV) and counts toward acquisition of IVV Achievement Awards. IVV Record Books may be purchased at the event for $5.00.

REFRESHMENTS: Water, coffee, and snacks will be available at the Start/Finish. There will be water at checkpoints. Restrooms are located at the Start/Finish.

INFORMATION: For additional information, contact Jo Ann Fries @ 512-480-0291 or joannwoolf@aol.com. You can also write to Colorado River Walkers, P.O. Box 13051, Austin, TX 78711-3051. Visit our website @ www.coloradoriverwalkers.org

SPONSORS: Colorado River Walkers of Austin, TexasAVA-77, TX-24

Colorado River Walkers Year-Round EventsAustinx4: Four 10 Km walks, Historic Capitol, Lady Bird Lake, Fairview Park, Bouldin Creek with Start/Finish at Homestead Studio Suites Hotel, 507 South First Street in Downtown Austin. Pflugerville: One 10 Km walk, just north of Austin with start/finish at the Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400 Immanuel Road, 78691.Georgetown: One 10 Km walk with start/finish located at the Georgetown Visitor Information center, 101 West 7th Street, on the square, 78626.Round Rock: One 10 Km walk. Start/Finish at Clay Madsen Recreational Center, 1600 Gattis School Rd., Round Rock, 78666. Cedar Park-Brushy Creek: One 7K, 10K, 15K walk. Start/Finish at YMCA 204 E. Little Elm Trail, Cedar Park, Texas 78613.