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2010

SEASONAL VOLKSMARCH DETAILS

During May thru September search out the Pelican Art Work on display around the city on our Pelican Tour Trail. This trail is 10K and uses city street sidewalks and parklands. (5K available)

Start / Finish - Pelican Rapids Visitors Center
             25 North Broadway

         
- Register and walk anytime 8am to 2pm.
          - Finish walk by 5pm.

Trail - The route includes hilly grass trails, paved and gravel roads and trails. Rated a 1 by the AVA. Strollers and wheelchairs are usable. Views from the trail include Pelican Pete, Historic buildings, and the unique Pelican Rapids Pelican Artwork so bring your camera.

During October enjoy the Minnesota fall colors while walking our OktoberFest 10K trail. This trail passes through open country and woodlands with views of lakes and wetlands with only a short portion of the 10K along a road. (5K route available for Seniors)

Start / Finish - Lida Greens GC

          October 2010 
         
- Register and walk anytime 8am to 2pm.
          - Finish walk by 5pm.

Trail - The route includes hilly grass trails, some paved and gravel roads. Rated a 2 by the AVA. Strollers and wheelchairs are not recommended. Views from the trail include Lake Lida, forest, prairie and great fall colors. Deer, eagles and other wildlife abound so bring your camera.

Participation - Anyone may participate. There are no age restrictions. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after.

This is a great fall activity for the family. The family walks together accommodating progress to the abilities of the various members. Non walking and small children should be carried backpack or papoose style.

                               AWARDS:

Premium A: Prior year Oktoberfest Mug

Premium B: TBD

Entry Fee:

    Premium A   -    $12.00

    Premium B   -    $12.00

                             IVV Credit Only:  $  3.00

Conditions - This event will be held regardless of weather conditions and no refunds will be given. The sponsors are not liable for accidents, thefts and/or material damage. Every effort will be made by the sponsors to make this a safe enjoyable event.

 

  DIRECTIONS:
The Pelican Rapids Visitors Center is located in the Historic and restored firehouse at 25 north Broadway.

Lida Greens is located four miles east
of US 59 in Pelican Rapids, MN at

22950 State Hwy 108.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
By phone: Walking Club 218-863-1531
or Visitor’s Center 218-863-1221
By mail: PRCC Walking Club
             P O Box 501
             Pelican Rapids, MN 565672
Internet Web Site:
   http://www.pelicanrapidschamber.com/

A unique mug design is selected for the festival

each June. Examples from the past shown here

 

 

 Trail overlooks Lake Lida in October

 

    Enjoy good music and German food

        following your walk October 9

 

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