2017 Walkway Marathon Digital Race Packet 2017DigitalRacePacket | Page 21

Dear Race Participant: Welcome to Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park! Walkway is one of the many incredible parks and historic sites that are run by the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. While the park was only opened in 2009, it has quickly become one of the premier destinations in the Hudson Valley and the entire NYS Parks system. Walkway State Historic Park offers a phenomenal backdrop for your race today. You are sure to find other inspiring locales at state parks and historic sites here in the Hudson River Valley and in other parts of New York. From invigorating hiking spots and serene camping sites to historic mansions and gorgeous landscapes, there is something for everyone to explore. Many of our parks and sites here in the Hudson Valley are conveniently located near major highways or railroad lines. I invite you to visit www.nysparks.com to plan your next outing at a New York State Park or Historic Site. Best of luck to you and your fellow participants. See you on the Walkway! Sincerely, Linda G. Cooper Taconic Regional Director NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation 0 6 .1 1 WALKWAY MARATHON IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DUTCHESS COUNTY GOVERNMENT .2 017