Special programs Bridges - Spanning the USA Treasure Hunt

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Event comments

10K out and back from Fort Frederick features the elegantly restored stone walls of Fort Frederick and the Big Pool canal area. Segment 9, 19K, from McMahon's Mill to Williamsport features cliffs and caves along Big Slackwater, and the Visitors Center in Williamsport. Segment 10, 20K, from Williamsport to Fort Frederick features the National Park Service Visitors Center in Williamsport, Conococheague Aqueduct, Dam 5, and the handsome Fort Frederick. Segment 11, 19K, from Fort Frederick to Hancock features Fort Frederick, Big Pool, and Licking Creek Aqueduct. Segment 12, 27K, from Hancock to Little Orleans features interesting rock faces and beautiful views as the canal enters "The Endless Mountains." All segments feature abundant wildlife and wonderful scenery.

Rating: 2B, Distance: 10, 27km

Event information

Trail is on the well-maintained gravel surface of the C&O canal towpath.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

Driving to the start box

REGISTRATION: Please use the online start box provided by the California Volkssport Association website (www.cva4u.org). Follow the left side link, 'Online Start Box', and the instructions provided to sign a waiver and register for this event. Payments for event credit and directions use Paypal. The directions and insert cards are PDFs that you can download and print as needed. The POC does not provide event directions or accept alternate payment methods. The entire online process should take less than 10 minutes for a first time user.

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Maryland Volkssport Assn. (AAA-MD)

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