INTERNATIONAL

VOLKSWALK

YEAR ROUND EVENT

January 2 -December 31, 2008

 

ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA

10 KILOMETER (6.2 MILES)

Sponsored by:

The Placer Pacers, AVA 686/CA 46

Sanctioned Event PA08/YR560

Start/Finish Location: Fleet Feet Sports, T.J. Max Shopping Center, 1850 Douglas Blvd Roseville, CA .Check with store for availability on holidays.

Event Times:   Daily:    M-F  10AM-8 PM; Sat.  10AM-6 PM; Sun Noon to 5 PM        Closed most holidays.

 Walk may be done during daylight hours only..

 Procedure: Look for plastic file box marked "Placer Pacers". Fill out a start card and sign the log. Take a map and have a great walk. When you return, stamp your books. Place start card and money in the start card envelope and place in locked box. If you ordered an award, please be sure your name and address are legible on the start card. Awards will be mailed. PLEASE DO NOT INTERRUPT STAFF IF THEY ARE WAITING ON CUSTOMERS OR ASK THEM VOLKSSPORT QUESTIONS.

 Water/Restrooms: Available along the way at the parks.

 Trail Ratings/Description: Rated 1, the route is over surfaced roads, sidewalks and paved trails.  Most of the route is suitable for baby strollers or wheelchairs. Dogs must be on leash, with cleanup.

 Award: A full-colored embroidered patch depicting Roseville's history.  A 2007 pin to attach to the patch.

 Fees:              Pin & IVV Credit IVV    $ 4.00

Credit only                   $ 3.00

Walk only                      Free

 Please have exact change or a check. Checks should be made payable to Placer Pacers. IVV books will not be available. However, there will be free "insert cards". You will need one for each type of book that you have. This event will take place regardless of weather.   No refunds.

 Point of Contact:  Judy Stroud (916) 773-9371, e-mail:judystroud@webtv.net

 Disclaimer: Every responsible effort will be made by the sponsor to make this event safe and enjoyable. However, the sponsor cannot be held responsible for any lost or stolen articles, accidents, or injuries of any kind.

 A year-Round Event is map guided and may be done most days of the year (you need to check each specific event for any closed days: Participants can receive only one IVV event credit per each half year (Jan 1- June 30 & July 1 -Dec. 31), but, can receive all the IVV distance credit earned.

 

In 1864, a track laying crew from the Central Pacific Railroad came eastward across the plain from Sacramento, building the western half of the nation's first transcontinental railroad. They crossed a small rail line that linked the young towns of Lincoln & Folsom, and gave the spot the unimaginative name of junction.

For the next 40 years, Junction evolved into Roseville, a small trading center for area farmers. It was overshadowed in those days by Rocklin, where the Southern Pacific Railroad had its roundhouse facilities. In 1906 the Southern Pacific Railroad moved to expanded facilities to Roseville. The city incorporated in 1909. By 1929, the railroad employed up to 1225 people in its Roseville yard assembling trains, repairing engines, and handling freight. World War 11 saw an even busier rail yards. The fifties saw stiff competition from airlines and truckers, however, the city continued to flourish.

By 1964, the 100 year old city was peaceful, self-contained, and embodied the ideal of a small American town. The publishers of Look magazine named Roseville and All American City thast year. Roseville has grown into a progressive city with a population of over 50,000 people. Numerous international corporations are located here, bringing new technology, opportunities, and people into the area

 DIRECTIONS: From 1-80 turn East (right heading east and left heading west).   Continue east past Santa Clara and turn right into TJ MAX shopping center.  Fleet Feet is to the right of TJ MAX.

 

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