Second Annual Martin Luther King Day Weekend
First Coast Trail Forgers Walking Club
We have sanctioned four walks in the Golden Isles Area for the
weekend of January 16 through January 18, 2015: one in Brunswick,
two on Jekyll Island and one on St. Simon’s Island.
INFORMATION CONTACT: Diana Sherrill 904-608-4689 (cell) or diana.sherrill3@gmail.com
or Kristin Raasch 904-563-6953 (cell) or kraasch1725@gmail.com. See the club web site at:
http://www.firstcoasttrailforgerswalkingclub.org/
HOTEL INFORMATION: We have arranged for a group rate of 77.69 per night (including tax)
at the Comfort Suites Golden Isles Gateway for Friday night, Jan 16 and Sat night Jan 17, 2015.
The address is 220 Gateway Center Blvd., Brunswick, GA 31525. The phone number of the
hotel is 912-580-4400. This is at exit #38 off I-95. Cutoff date for reservations is 11/1/14. The
group name for reservations is First Coast Trail Forgers.
http://www.comfortsuites.com/hotel-brunswick-georgia-GA603#listpos2.
MEALS: You are invited to join us at McCormick’s Grill at the golf course between the two Jekyll
Island group walks on Saturday. The address is 322 Captain Wylly Rd, Jekyll Island. 912-6354103. This is also the start point for the JI historic downtown walk.
http://jekyllisland.phantomgolf.com/assets/documents/McCormicksGrillMenu.pdf
No other group meals have been planned.
DESCRIPTION: When Spain claimed the subtropical islands along the Georgia coast as the
Golden Isles of Guale in the 16th century, habitation was not new to the area. Archeological
evidence traces American Indian settlement to about 2500 B.C. Spain ceded the area to Great
Britain in 1763. The area is rich in history and physical beauty. And the four walks we have
scheduled vary greatly in character.
STIPULATIONS: The events are free to non-credit walkers, open to everyone, and take place
regardless of weather conditions. No refunds are provided after the start of the walk.
PRE REGISTRATION AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: All walkers must register for a walk
before they walk it. We encourage preregistration (see waiver and registration form). When
you check in you’ll receive an Activity Card showing what you’ve paid for. Please present this
card at each group event if walking with the group. If not preregistered, you may sign up for all
walks on Fri night or Saturday morning at our hotel and receive the Activity Card. After that all,
unregistered walkers will sign up for a walk at the group walk start point ½ hour before that
group walk begins.
The following chart summarizes your registration options:
Postmark by
Pre register for any or all Pre registering
Pre
1/2/15
walks
will speed up
Registration
the whole
process.
Friday,
7 – 9 p.m.
Pre register for any or all Call Diana (9041/16/15
walks
608-4689) or
Kristin (904563-6953)
Sat, 1/17/15 6:45 – 7:45 am
Pre register for any or all In the breakfast
walks
area of the
Comfort Suites
1/16 –
½ hr before group Register for only the
For those who
1/18/15
walk at starting
walk the group is
have not
point
walking at that time.
already
registered
You may walk these walks at any time during the weekend after you have registered for them.
The times listed are the times we will walk together as a group. If walking a walk other than
with the group, you should plan on starting the walk no later than 2:30 p.m. and finishing by
5:30 p.m. All walks return to the start and the completion time is 1 to 3 hours.
PARTICIPATION: This is a fun event for all persons. People of all ages are welcome to
participate though an adult must accompany children under 12. The walks return to the start
and the completion time is 1 to 3 hours.
FOOD and WATER: In southeast Georgia we encourage you to carry your own drinking water
and bug repellant. We also encourage you to use sunscreen.
SANCTIONED: All events are sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a
member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV).
DISCLAIMER: The sponsors will expend every reasonable effort to make this event safe and
enjoyable for all; however, The American Volkssport Association or its subsidiary clubs are not
responsible for theft or loss of personal belongings or property.
AWARDS: None
FEES: Walks are free. Fee for AVA/IVV credit stamp is $3. There is a $6.00 parking fee
required to get onto Jekyll Island. Credit Cards are accepted and encouraged.
GOLDEN ISLES, GA - 4 WALKS OVER 3 DAYS
DATES: Friday, January 16, 2015 – Sunday, January 18, 2015
LOCATIONS:
1. Historic Downtown Brunswick, GA
This walk is in a charming historic district in downtown Brunswick. The walk is 5K with the option to walk it twice
for 10K credit. While Brunswick isn’t well known for its architectural beauty, we think you will be pleasantly
surprised. The historic area is lovely, reminiscent of a smaller scale version of Savannah.
Start Point: Hanover Park, Richmond St. between Howe and London Sts.
Group Walk Date and Time: Friday, January 16, 2015. Arrive at the start point at 2:00 p.m. We will begin the walk
promptly at 2:30 p.m.
Trail Rating: 1A
Distances: 5K and 10K
Special Programs: Honoring Our Flag, Trekking with the Trees, Walking the USA A-Z, Water Towers, You’ll
Never Walk Alone
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/AsgxQ
2. Jekyll Island Historic District
There is a $6.00 parking fee required to get onto Jekyll Island.
In the late 19th century, a series of “cottages” owned by affluent families were built in an era when the social life of the
island revolved around the Jekyll Island Club. Many of these have been restored. At the Jekyll Island Museum
permanent exhibits explain the island’s history. In addition to the historic sites, you will also enjoy ocean, river and
marsh views.
Start Point: 322 Captain Wylly Rd., Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Group Walk Date and Time: Saturday, January, 17, 2015. Arrive at the start point at 8:30 a.m. to register. We will
begin the group walk promptly at 9:00 a.m.
Trail Rating: 1A or 1C. We will have the option to walk on the beach, but if you prefer, you can walk on the bike path.
Distances: 5K or 10K
Special Programs: Boardwalks, National Register of Historic Places, Walking the USA A-Z, You’ll Never Walk
Alone
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/2GtGN
3. Jekyll Island North Island
There is a $6.00 parking fee required to get onto Jekyll Island.
This trail first goes through a historic area with many markers explaining the history of the north part of the island
and then continues thru a variety of natural areas.
Start Point: Clam Creek Picnic Area, 10 Clam Creek Rd, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Group Walk Date and Time: Saturday, January, 17, 2015. Arrive at the start point at 1:30 p.m. to register. We will
begin the walk promptly at 2:00 p.m.
Trail Rating: 1B
Distances: 5K and 10K
Special Programs: Animal Safari, Boardwalks, Walking the USA A-Z, Water Towers, You’ll Never Walk Alone
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/iBIr0
4. St. Simons Island, GA
St. Simon’s is the largest barrier island in the Golden Isles of Georgia and lies across the Marshes of Glynn made
famous by poet Sidney Lanier. This area is also the site of the original historical fiction series of Eugenia Price. The
island is steeped in history set against the backdrop of marshes, beautiful beaches and moss-draped stately oaks. Our
walk starts in the center of the village located in a park with a fishing pier and waterside walk to the St. Simon’s
Lighthouse. We walk through a variety of residential areas and a short distance along the beach. Then we walk
through marsh and more residential areas back to the village center.
Start Point: Visitor’s Center, 530 Beachview Dr., St. Simon’s, GA
Group Walk Date and Time: Sunday, January 18, 2015. Arrive at the start point at 8:30 a.m. to register. We will
begin the group walk promptly at 9:00 a.m.
Trail Rating: 1C
Distances: 5K and 10K
Special Programs: Honoring Our Flag, National Register of Historic Places, Trekking with the Trees, Walking
the USA A-Z, Works Projects Administration, You’ll Never Walk Alone
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/j9INE
REGISTRATION AND WAIVER FORMS
Please print/copy this page; complete forms and sign waiver. You may sign up to 2 people with same
address. All must sign waiver (adult for children under 16). Mail with check made out to FCTF Walking
Club to: David Yarbrough, FCTF Treasurer, 560 Redberry Lane, St. Johns, FL, 32259 postmarked by January
2, 2015.
Name #1: _________________________________ Name #2:______________________________________
Address:_________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone:______________________________ Cell Phone:______________________________________
Email #1:__________________________________Email #2:________________________________________
Check desired walks below:
Total enclosed:_______________________________
You can write one check for both participants if appropriate. Please indicate
on the check who is included.
SIGN Waiver
Historic Brunswick
Historic Downtown
JI
JI North End
St. Simon’s
IVV Credit
$3.00
No credit
Free
#1
#2
#1
#2
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#2
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#2
Waiver
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in American Volkssport Association volkssporting programs and related events and activities,
the undersigned:
1. Agrees that before or during my participation, if I believe anything is unsafe, I will immediately advise the event supervisor or other person in authority
at the volkssporting program and the related events and activities of such conditions and refuse to participate.
2. Acknowledges and fully understands that each participant will be engaging in activities that could involve risk of serious injury, including permanent
disability and
death, and severe social and economic losses which might result not only from my own actions, inactions or negligence of others, or the condition of the
premises, the trail or any equipment used. Further, that there may be other risks not known to us or not reasonably foreseeable at this time;
3. Assumes all the foregoing risks and accept personal responsibility for the damages following injury, permanent disability or death;
4. Release, waive, discharge and promise not to sue the American Volkssport Association, its affiliated clubs, their respective administrators, directors,
agents, or other volunteers and employees of the organization, other participants, sponsoring 87agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable,
owners and leasers of premises used to conduct the event, all of which are hereinafter referred to as “releasees”, from demands, losses or damages on
account of injury, including death or damage to property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the releasee or
otherwise.
THE UNDERSIGNED HAS READ THE ABOVE WAIVER AND RELEASE, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY
SIGNING IT AND SIGN IT VOLUNTARILY. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT IF I PLACE MY NAME ON THE FORM UPON WHICH THIS WAIVER
AND RELEASE IS PRINTED, THAT I VOLUNTARILY AGREE THAT I UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIALRIGHTS.
Signature
#1:_________________________________________________________________________
Signature
#2:__________________________________________________________________________