May 2012 Volksmarch
Needville, Texas
WHEN: May 12, 2012
WHERE: Brazos Bend State Park, Needville, Texas
WHAT: 10K/5K (6.2mi/3.1mi) walk, Event SW12-92864
SPONSOR: Houston Happy Hikers, (TX-6, AVA-15)
Come and enjoy the outdoors and see the beautiful array of sycamore, cottonwood and black willow along Big Creek and the Brazos River. Live oaks draped with moss can be seen along the trails. Some wild flowers will be in bloom. A tower and platforms are available for wildlife observation/photography. More than 270 species of birds have been sighted. 21 species of mammals including bobcat, white-tailed deer, raccoon, gray fox and feral hog make their home here.
ELIGIBILITY/TYPE OF EVENT: Non-competitive, non-timed. Walk, jog or run at your own pace. It is open to all and families are encouraged to participate. Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone participating MUST register and carry a Start Card and turn it in at the FINISH. This event normally will be held regardless of weather conditions.
STARTING POINT: Visitor's Center - Brazos Bend State Park
STARTING POINT ADDRESS: 21901 FM 762, Needville, TX 77461
(979) 553-5101
INFORMATION: Delores Bentke 713-973-8165
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND PDF FLYER
CLICK HERE FOR PARK INFORMATION
DISCLAIMER: Neither the Houston Happy Hikers nor Brazos Bend State Park are liable for accidents, theft and/or damage. Every reasonable effort has been made to make this a safe and enjoyable event.
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