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SPONSOR |
Houston Happy Hikers (TX-6, AVA-15) |
WHERE |
San
Jacinto Battleground Museum, LaPorte,
Texas
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WHAT |
Event SW04/Y1671 -- 10 Kilometer walk
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WHEN |
January 01 - December 31
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The
San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site holds a significant
responsibility to preserve the proud history of the State of Texas and the
United States. The famous Battle of San Jacinto that brought TEXAS its
independence was fought on this site. Because of the great importance of
the Battle to the course of history, the Battleground is of state,
national and international significance, a fact that is attested to by the
site's National Historic Landmark status.
The
primary purpose of the 1,200-acre site is to commemorate the Battle and to
preserve the Battleground on which Texian troops under General Sam Houston
achieved the independence of Texas by defeating a Mexican Army led by
General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna on April 21, 1836. Also on the
grounds is the Battleship USS Texas. |
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SANCTIONED |
By
the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a member of the International Federation of
Popular Sports (IVV). Participants in this event may receive credit toward IVV
awards.
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LOCATION |
3523
Battleground Road. LaPorte, Texas 77571. San
Jacinto Battleground Museum (in the Monument)
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DIRECTIONS |
Located 19 miles east of downtown
Houston. Take Beltway 8 or Loop 610 to Hiway 225 East (Texas
Independence Trail). Exit Battleground Road (Hiway 134) and turn
left (north). Follow the signs to the San Jacinto Monument and Museum.
You can't miss the monument; it is the only big, tall obelisk in the area!
:)
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START/FINISH TIMES |
Any time the monument is open, up to
approximately 2 hours before the museum closes. The walk must be
completed during daylight hours. The battleground site hours of
operation are daily from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.; the museum is open from
9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. The museum is closed Thanksgiving Day,
Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day.
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CREDIT |
One IVV
event credit per the first six months of the year (before July 01) and a second credit
for the last six months (after June 30). There are no limits to the distance credits you
can earn, but $3.00 must be paid each time the course is walked for credit
except that a trail may be walked twice on the same day for one fee.
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AWARD |
"B" awards
from previous YRE events will be available. |
TRAIL DESCRIPTION |
The
10 kilometer (6.2 miles)
trail (rating = 1+) winds
throughout the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site and past the
famous Battleship TEXAS, the last of the dreadnaught class, commissioned
in 1914. The trail continues through De Zavalla Plaza, site of many
historic markers and graves of patriots that fought the battle of San
Jacinto. You will pass the site where Santa Anna surrendered to the
wounded San Houston. The trail goes to the San Jacinto Monument, the
world's tallest memorial tower, rising 520 feet above the battleground.
You will walk on a boardwalk that extends into the marshes along the
Houston Ship Channel and the park. From the trail, you will have the
opportunity to see many species of water fowl, shore, and marsh birds.
The trail is mostly along park roads; however, some of the walk will be
over grassy fields. The trail is suitable for big wheeled strollers
but wheelchairs would have to use alternate routes in places. The
route is not marked but participants will receive a map with detailed
instructions.
SPECIAL
PROGRAMS MUSEUMS
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REFRESHMENTS |
Water and restrooms are available
inside the east side of the monument and at points within the park.
Food and beverages are available for purchase at the snack bar beside the
Battleship TEXAS.
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REGISTRATION/FEES |
There is no pre-registration. The
start/finish functions will be self-service, on the honor system. The fees
are: Award & IVV credit: $7.00; IVV credit only: $3.00;
Non-IVV participant: free
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ELIGIBILITY |
These events are open to the public and all ages are welcome. Family
participation is encouraged but children under 12 must be accompanied by an
adult. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times.
Pets are NOT allowed inside the museum.
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DISCLAIMER |
We have carefully selected the routes to
ensure the safety of the participants. The sponsors and hosts of the events are
not liable for accidents, theft or damages, so we ask everyone's cooperation in
making these events safe, enjoyable and memorable.
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INFORMATION:
hits since 07/27/2006
This page was last updated on
04/09/09. |