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Ankeny to Slater Trail

Ankeny to Slater Trail

by mscott on 06. Oct, 2008 in Trails

The 12.5 mile Ankeny to Slater trail is officially open. The wide black-top path is well groomed and markings for crossings are abundant and clear. There’s not much shade until Sheldahl and the inclines are so slight that you can’t tell what a workout you are receiving. The scenery includes an array of birds, garter [...]

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Volksweg Trail – Fifield to Howell Station

Volksweg Trail – Fifield to Howell Station

by mscott on 12. Sep, 2008 in Trails

This section of the Volksweg Trail is not for the leisurely Sunday bike rider. It is full of hills, curves and some shade. The views are of wild flowers and beautiful Red Rock Lake. I encountered a women lying on the path and resting after one of the steeper inclines. The trail links three campgrounds, [...]

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