| Sponsor: | Central Coast Peregrine Pathfinders Volkssport Club (AVA 876/CA 59) |
| Sanction Nr: | YRE 426 |
| Location: |  Dr.
J's Bicychiatry
225 McMurray Road, Unit #E Buellton, CA 93427 Phone: 805-688-6263 |
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Discounts: |
Volkssporters also get a 10% discount on merchandise in stock and a 20% discount on labor. That makes Dr. J's a great place to shop, not just a great place to start your ride. |
| Start/Finish
Times: |
You may only bike from dawn to dusk. Dr. J's Bicychiatry's hours are: Monday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. & Sundays 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Days Closed: | Sundays & all major national holidays. Closed early on Christmas and New Year's Eve. If in doubt, call. |
| Distance: | 25 kilometers (15.5 miles). |
| Trail
Information: |
The routes are rated by the AVA as a "1+." This means they are on paved
surfaces. The route goes out and back along the rolling terrain of the
Santa Ynez River Valley. Cyclers will enjoy passing vineyards, orchards,
farms and ranches. There are some noticeable hills, hence we are
retaining the 1+ rating.
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| Driving
Directions: |
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| Awards: |
 For
2005, the CCPP is offering the same patch at all of our events. It
features our mascot Pooter, the peregrine falcon, stepping out with a walking
stick. In the background is the patio on the Santa Maria city hall.
Both the patio and the nearby courthouse where Michael Jackson has been standing
trial are parts of the Santa Maria YRE route. Santa Barbara county is
highlighted in red since Santa Maria is in Santa Barbara county. The other
six counties are listed in blue.The location boxes are optional. You can earn an "uncut" patch by walking for IVV credit at at total of five of our locations in at least two different counties. To see the application for the "uncut" version of the patch, click here. The Pooter Patches from 2001 (showing Pooter along the Solvang YRE route), 2002 (showing Pooter walking in La Purisima Mission State Historical Park, site of our March 2002 event), 2003 (showing Pooter walking by the Minuteman III ICBM along the VAFB YRE route), and 2004 (showing Pooter walking by a map of California with "our" counties highlighted) are available as "B" awards; however, the city tabs are no longer available. To see a complete list of your "B" award choices, click here. |
| Fees: | Ask for the "volksmarch book" at the customer service counter.
Every participant must register, sign the liability waiver, carry a start
card, and turn the start card in at the end of the event. Fees are:
* "A" patch & IVV Credit $7.00 * "B" award & IVV Credit $4.00 * Location Tab Additional $1.00 * IVV/AVA Credit Only $3.00 * Participation Only Free Note: Awards are not kept at the start/finish. They will be mailed to you at no additional cost. |
| IVV Credit: | You are eligible for IVV Individual Achievement Awards program event credit only once during each half year (January - June and July - December). Of course, you earn distance credit every time you complete the course. |
| Miscellaneous: | Water and restrooms are available at a couple of public buildings near the start of the trail. Because of the vehicular traffic along the route, children under 12 should be closely supervised by an adult. Every reasonable effort has been taken to make this event safe and enjoyable for everyone. However, the Central Coast Peregrine Pathfinders cannot be held responsible for any lost of stolen articles, accidents, or injury of any kind. |
| Weather: |  We
won't try predicting the weather for your walk. However, if you would
like information on current conditions and a five-day forecast, visit the
Buellton page on Accuweather. |
| Trailmaster: | Annette & John Fletcher, 1700 Sheffield, Lompoc, CA 93436, phone 805-736-8531, e-mail quilt8888@msn.com |
| Host
City Information: |
Buellton is located on US Highway 101 in the Santa Ynez Valley of Santa
Barbara County. Buellton has an estimated population of 3,500. Within a six mile radius are four picturesque villages: the Danish city of Solvang; the western town of Santa Ynez; and the quaint rural communities of Ballard and Los Olivos. Buellton enjoys a Mediterranean coastal climate with mild, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Typical summer temperatures are in the 80s and winter temperatures hover in the 60s. Winter lows are generally in the 30s with an occasional frosty dip below freezing. Yearly precipitation averages about 13 inches between the months of November and March. Storms usually come from the northwest during the winter months, Our air quality is exceptional and offshore afternoon winds from the northwest occur throughout the year. "Santa Ana" winds also occur during the fall and winter. These are warm, dry northeasterly winds of 15-20 mph. The City of Buellton is 360 feet above sea level. |
| Event
Registration Log: (Hometowns
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This event opened in January 1999 in Solvang and relocated to Buellton
in February 2002.
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A
small portion of the route at the beginning and the end is on city streets
(as when you pass Pea Soup Andersen's hotel and restaurant, shown on the
right); however the vast majority is along country roads. At some
times of the day there is significant car traffic, especially in the city
of Buellton. Children should not ride without the supervision of
an adult. Follow all bike safety rules. Safety helmets are
required by law for children; we strongly recommend them for everyone.
