Nebraska Wanderfreunde Trailblazers
Start Point (Registration) Location Three 70 Express Mart Convenience
Store After registering you will drive a short distance (about 1/3 mile) to the walk start. Elsewhere on the Web
Start/Finish Times Daily dawn to dusk. Start Point closes at 8 pm on major holidays (e.g. Christmas and Thanksgiving). Award and Fees
Payment should be made by check
payable to: Eligibility All ages are welcome. Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Route is 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) in length and is rated 1+. Trail goes around the Wehrspann Lake in the Chalco Hills Recreation Area. The trail goes along asphalt, concrete, and gravel walkways. Strollers and wheelchairs may have a little difficulty with a couple of hills. Comments Carry water on hot days. Benches are scattered along the trail. Pit toilets are available on the trail. The park office is located at about the halfway point and has modern restrooms and water when open. There are numerous shady areas along the trail. expect windy conditions on the top of the dam. Insect spray is recommended during summer months.
Pets on leash are allowed except inside buildings. Service animals are welcome anywhere, of course. Please be prepared to meet the needs of your companion. Groups If you have a large group which will be walking this event, please give us advance notice so that plans can be made to greet you and help you with registration. Directions From either east of west on I-80 take Highway 370 exit (exit 439). Turn west on Highway 370 for about 1/4 mile to the 370 Express Convenience Store and gas station - on the north side of Hwy 370. After registering you will drive a short distance (about 1/3 mile) to the walk start.
Stipulations With registration for this event, the participant accepts the guidelines for AVA Volkssport events, agrees to observe the principles of good sportsmanship, and will not litter. At the start of each walk each person must obtain a Start Card (with the exception mentioned above) which must be carried throughout the walk and must be filled out with the participants's name and address. The card is to be validated at the Control Point(s). Walkers missing a control point may be refused credit. All Start Cards are the property of the Nebraska Wanderfreunde Trailblazers and should be turned in at the completion of the walk. Disclaimer The Nebraska Game and Parks, the Visitor Center, and the Nebraska Wanderfreunde Trailblazers are not liable for accidents, thefts, and/or material damage. Every effort is taken to see that these are safe, enjoyable, and memorable events. Contact Mel B. 402-895-7972
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