5 or 10 Km Volksmarch
El Capitan State Beach, Santa Barbara County, CA
| Sponsors | Central Coast Peregrine Pathfinders (AVA 876/CA 59) |
| Sanction Nr. | PA03/015 |
| Start/Finish
Location |
El Capitan State Beach
Santa Barbara County, CA. |
| Hours | The Start/Finish Point will be open on both Saturday & Sunday from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. All participants must be off the trails not later than 3:00 p.m. |
| Routes | * The primary route includes a 2.5 mile bike path
that connects El Capitan State Beach to Refugio State Beach, about 2.5
miles to the west. The paved route, with beautiful views of the Pacific
Ocean, has been recently repaired due to erosion. There are fences
along some stretches, but others do not have a guardrail. Local bicycle
riders who also enjoy the beautiful view also use the route. There
are also some interpretive signs pointing out the view.
* A shorter route (approximately half the distance of the primary one) will be available for those who prefer a shorter distance. * Several inclines cause both routes to be rated as a 2. They may be OK for strollers but will be difficult for wheelchairs. There is no water along the bike path, so walkers are encouraged to carry their own if it is a sunny day. |
| Award |  For
2003, 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 a static display of a Minuteman III intercontinental
ballistic missile that is part of the "on-base" route of the Vandenberg
AFB YRE. The Vandenberg name is red to
highlight Pooter's presence there. Note that it includes a tab for this
event.
The location boxes are optional. You can earn an "uncut" patch by walking for IVV credit at any five of our locations: Buellton (YRE walk and bike), Carpinteria (YRE walk), El Capital State Beach (March 2003 weekend event), Lompoc (YRE walk), Los Osos (YRE walk), Pismo Beach (YRE walk) Santa Barbara (YRE walk), Santa Maria (YRE walk), Solvang (YRE walk), and Vandenberg AFB (YRE walk or Global XXIII). For information about the "uncut" version of the patch, ask for special instructions. The Pooter Patches from 2001 (showing Pooter along the Solvang YRE route) and 2002 (showing Pooter walking in La Purisima Mission State Historical Park, site of our March 2003 event) 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. |
| Directions |
 * From the South: Take US-101 to past
Santa Barbara for about 17 miles. Exit at the signs for El Capitan
State Beach (exit #117) and follow them.
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| Fees | 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 $5.00 * Location Tab Additional $1.00 * IVV/AVA Credit Only $3.00 * Participation Only Free |
| Miscellaneous |  An adult
must accompany children under 12. Dogs must be on a leash and owners
should clean up after their pets. Water and restrooms are available
at the start/finish point. Water will also be available at the checkpoint.
Every reasonable effort will be taken to make the event safe and enjoyable
for everyone. However, the CCPP cannot be held responsible for any
lost or stolen articles, accidents, or injury of any kind. The event
will be held rain or shine. No refund for no-shows. |
| Additional
Information |
John & Barbara Ahlman, 805-965-5752, e-mail
or
Bill Uttenweiler, 805-606-2017, e-mail |
| Pre-Registration | To reserve your award, mail a check payable to "CCPP" to arrive by
March 14, 2003, for the correct amount, along with your name, address,
phone, e-mail, and volkssport club affiliation to:
Central Coast Peregrine Pathnders 419 E. Via De La Cruz Santa Maria, CA 93455 |
| 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
Weather Channel. |
| New Walker
Packets |
Those new to volkssports should inquire about the AVA’s special awards program discount. |
For more information about our club, this event or volkssports, please contact Bill Uttenweiler.
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