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Walk Beaverdam Park - Gloucester (May 9)

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 01:41:28 GMT

Walk a traditional volksmarch on May 9 in Gloucester County

SANCTION: This event is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV). This event counts for acquisition of IVV achievement awards.
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SPONSOR: Peninsula Pathfinders of Virginia (AVA 142)

DATE: Saturday, 9 March 2020

START- POINT: Beaverdam Shelter, 9537 Fary’s Mill Road, Gloucester, VA. GPS Coordenates: 37º 28’ 21.0”N, 76º 33’ 41.8”W

DISTANCE: There is one 5-kilometer (3.1 mile) trail and one 10-kilometer (6.2 mile) trail. The 10-kilometer trail may be completed a second time for credit at no additional fee.

ELIGIBILITY: Everyone! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Groups are welcome.

START AND FINISH TIMES: 9:00 am to noon, finish by 4:00 pm. Picnic will begin at about 11:30 am.

WALK FEES: The credit only fee is $3.00. There is no fee just to walk the trail--but you MUST carry a start card. There will be no refund of any monies paid. AVA Fitness Month patches will be available for $6 each.

PROCEDURES: At the start point, each participant will be issued their own start card, which must be signed and personally presented at the checkpoints for stamping. The individual start cards will be turned in at the finish table after completing the event.

PICNIC: Please bring dessert or side dish to share. Hamburgers, hot dogs, soda, condiments, and paper products supplied.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Please call Sandy Croushore at (757) 476-5789 or email szcroushore@verizon.net.

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES: This event will be in conjunction with the Peninsula Pathfinders’ annual picnic. You will have an opportunity to visit with other walkers and talk about Volkssporting.

SPECIAL EVENTS: Virginia Counties: Gloucester

CONDITIONS: Pets are permitted on this event; however, they must be on a 6-foot leash. Water will be available at the start point and at the checkpoint. Restrooms are available at the start point. Litter must be deposited in the designated containers. This event will be held regardless of most weather conditions.

IVV CREDIT: All previous participants of IVV events are reminded to bring their IVV books to this event. You may purchase new books at the event.

Walk and Eat - Hampton - July 11

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 19:44:47 GMT

The Virginia Vagabonds will host a walk and eat gathering.

SPONSOR: Virginia Vagabonds (AVA 365)

DATE: July 11, 2020

START POINT: Vancostas Pizza and Family Restaurant, 3820 Kecoughtan Road, Hampton, VA. GPS Coordinates: N37° 0.6112', W076° 21.2157'

DISTANCE: There is one 5-kilometer (3.1 mile) trail and one 10-kilometer (6.2 mile) trail. The 10-kilometer trail may be completed a second time for credit at no additional fee.

ELIGIBILITY: Everyone! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Groups are welcome.

START AND FINISH TIMES: The walk will start between 9:00 AM and Noon. Finish by 3:00 PM. Club meeting will be at noon (so plan your start time for the walk accordingly).

WALK FEES: Credit only fee is $3. B medals will be available for an additional cost. There will be no refund of any fees paid.

PROCEDURES: At the start point, each participant will be issued their own start card, which must be signed and personally presented at the control points for stamping. The individual start cards will be turned in at the finish table after completing the event.

IVV CREDIT: All volksmarchers are reminded to bring their IVV books to this event. New walker packages and IVV event/distance books are available for purchase at the walk.

CONDITIONS: Pets are permitted on this event; however, they must be on a 6-foot leash. Pets are NOT permitted in the Start Point. Water will be available at the start point and at the checkpoint. Restrooms will be available at start. Litter must be deposited in the designated containers. This event will be held regardless of most weather conditions.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Trail rating 1A. The trail is along sidewalks in the City of Hampton. The trail is flat and is suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. The trail will take you near where the Monitor and Merrimack fought their famous Civil War Battle of the Ironclads.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Please call - Annette Tollett, 757-814-1417 or email: ahtollett3@gmail.com.

DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: The American Volkssport Association or its subsidiary clubs are not responsible for theft or loss of personal belongings or property. All participants must sign a waiver.

LUNCH: For those who want to join us, we will order lunch directly from the menu at Vancostas Pizza and Family Restaurant. Vancostas is a family restaurant which is open daily.

"Virginia Is For Walking Lovers"

Gloucester - CANCELLED

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 19:57:55 GMT

Walk Gloucester (Virginia) on April 4, 2020

SANCTION: This event is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA: America's Walking Club), a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV). This event counts for acquisition of IVV achievement awards. Event number 2020 AT - 113937

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SPONSOR: Virginia Vagabonds (AVA 365)

DATE: Saturday, April 4, 2020

START POINT: Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, 7519 Hospital Drive, Gloucester, VA N37° 25.1393', W076° 32.6096'

DISTANCE: There is one 5-kilometer (3.1 mile) trail and one 10-kilometer (6.2 mile) trail. The10- kilometer walk may be completed a second time for credit at no additional fee.

ELIGIBILITY: Everyone! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Groups are welcome.

START AND FINISH TIMES: 8:00 am to noon, finish by 3:00 pm. The Daffodil Festival Parade will probably start at 10:00 am. It is about 30 minutes to the parade route, so plan your start time accordingly.

WALK FEES: The A-Award and credit fee is $10 for pre-registration by March 19, 2020 and $11 after that date and at the walk. The credit only fee is $3.00. There is no fee just to walk the trail, but you must carry a start card. There will be no refund of any monies paid.

A-AWARD: The A-Award is a 3.81 x 3,17-inch patch as shown on the front of the brochure. Only 20 will be available the day of the walk. There will be no reorders of the award.

CONDITIONS: Pets are permitted on this event; however, they must be on a 6-foot leash. Pets are not allowed inside the hospital. Water will be available at the start point and at the checkpoint. Litter must be deposited in the designated containers. This event will be held regardless of most weather conditions. Restrooms are available at the start point and along the trail.

IVV CREDIT: All participants of IVV events are reminded to bring their IVV books to this event. You may purchase new books at the event.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Trail rating: 1A. The trail will be mainly along city streets and sidewalks through Gloucester. Gloucester will be celebrating their Daffodil Festival this weekend. There will be a parade (starts at 10:00 am) and lots of other activities. The trail will be suitable for wheelchairs, baby strollers and wagons.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS: Mayflower - 400th Anniversary, Virginia Counties - Gloucester, Walking the USA - A-Z

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Please call Annette Tollett at 757-814-1417 or email ahtollett3@gmail.com.

CANCELLED - Chesterfield Virginia

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 16:37:22 GMT

The Lee Lepus Club has cancelled this event.

START/FINISH: THIS IS A CANCELLED EVENT

DISTANCES: 5 and 10k trail (3.1 & 6.2 miles). 10k route can be

repeated one time at no additional fee.

TRAIL DESCRIPTION/RATING: WALK: Rated 2B – On park

roads and trails, with moderate hills for both the 5 and 10k. Not

suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.

AWARD: The award is a patch depicting the Lee Lepus mascot bunny

carrying a basket of colored eggs (as depicted on brochure cover).

There are 20 patches available and we will reorder as necessary.

Size: 3” x 4”.

FEES: Award patch and IVV credit is $10.00. IVV credit only is

$3.00. Participants may walk for a “B” award for an additional $2.00

each. Free walkers welcome, but all participants must register at the

Start.

PRE-REGISTRATION: Must be received by April 8, 2020.

SANCTIONED: This event is sanctioned by American Volkssport

Association (AVA), a member of the International Federation of

Popular Sports (IVV). Additional events can be located at the AVA

website, www.ava.org.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS: Mayflower – 400th Anniversary Walks,

Walking the USA A-Z (C), Chesterfield (Virginia Counties Program).

REFRESHMENTS: Water will be available at start and control

points. Restrooms are available at start point.

CONDITIONS: The walk will be held regardless of most weather

conditions. Participants are requested to observe all traffic laws and to

place all litter in proper receptacles. PETS MUST BE LEASHED!

ELIGIBILITY: This event is open to all; everyone is welcome

regardless of sex, creed, race, or nationality. An adult must

accompany children under the age of twelve.

IVV BOOKS: This event counts toward acquisition of IVV

Achievement Awards. IVV event/distance books and new walker

packets are available at the finish point at a cost of $6.00 each.

DISCLAIMER: The American Volkssport Association and its

subsidiary clubs are not responsible for theft or loss of personal

belongings or property. All participants must sign a waiver. Every

reasonable effort will be expended by the sponsors to make the event

safe, enjoyable, and memorable.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Dee Schrum 804-731-2863

dschrum4@comcast.net

Portsmouth (VA) Walk - January 11, 2020

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Walk by the Portsmouth "LOVEworks" statue

SPONSOR: Virginia Vagabonds (AVA 365)

DATE: Saturday, January 11, 2020

START POINT: Hardee’s, 850 London Blvd, Portsmouth VA.

GPS Coordinates: 36.837287000, -76.308152830

DISTANCE: There is one 5-kilometer (3.1 mile) trail and one 10-kilometer (6.2 mile) trail. The walk may be completed a second time for credit at no additional fee.

ELIGIBILITY: Everyone! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Groups are welcome.

START AND FINISH TIMES: 9:00 am to noon, finish by 3:00 pm.

WALK FEES: The credit only fee is $3.00. There is no fee just to walk the trail, but you must carry a start card. There will be no refund of any monies paid.

IVV CREDIT: All previous participants of IVV events are reminded to bring their IVV books to this event. You may purchase new books.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Trail rating 1A (paved and flat). The trail will be along city streets through Portsmouth, along the shores of the Elizabeth River, by several historic churches and museums, and by the Courthouse of 1846 (County of Norfolk). It is suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.

CONDITIONS: Pets are permitted on this event; however, they must be on a 6-foot leash. No pets will be allowed in the start point. Water will be available at the start point and at the checkpoint. This event will be held regardless of most weather conditions. Restrooms are available at the start point and at the Visitors Center.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Please call Annette Tollett at 757-814-1417, email ahtollett3@gmail.com.

DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: The American Volkssport Association or its subsidiary clubs are not responsible for theft or loss of personal belongings or property. All participants must sign a waiver. The sponsor will make every reasonable effort to make the event safe, educational and enjoyable.

OTHER AVA EVENTS: In 2020 the Virginia Vagabonds will also be sponsoring five year-round and four seasonal events. The Peninsula Pathfinders and the Gator Volksmarch Club have numerous year-round events within a short driving distance. Other info: ava.org.

WHAT IS A VOLKSMARCH?
A non-competitive outdoor event where a participant follows a marked trail at his/her own pace, stopping at points for a "control stamp", rest, and refreshments. Volksmarches are aimed at getting all people, regardless of age, out-of-doors to exercise non-competitively. Many senior citizens participate regularly. Many parents bring their children with them, carrying infants (or use strollers or wagons where the terrain allows).

Vint Hill (Warrenton) Walk - May 16, 2020

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 16:47:12 GMT

Walk through some interesting Virginia History

DATE: Saturday, May 16, 2020

SPONSOR: Northern Virginia Volksmarchers (AVA-151, VA-13).

LOCATION: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road (formerly Lineweaver Road), Vint Hill, Warrenton, VA 20187

GPS Coordinates: N38° 44’ 43.01”, W077° 40’ 9.23”

START TIME: Register and start walking anytime between 9:00 a.m. and noon. Finish by 3:00 p.m.

WALK DESCRIPTION: Walkers have a choice between 5 KM (3.1 miles) and 10 KM (6.2 miles). The 10 KM trail

can be completed a second time for credit at no additional fee. Both distances are rated 1A (fairly flat and

almost entirely on asphalt or pavement.) Those who remember the U.S. Army Vint Hill Station, which closed in

the 1990’s, will not recognize today’s bucolic setting.

Eligible for AVA Special Programs: Walking the United States (50 States) and Walking the USA (A-Z). Also

Virginia Counties: Fauquier.

FEES: There is no charge to participate in these events. The fee for IVV credit is $3. There is no pre-registration

for this event. No refunds will be given.

PROCEDURES: At the start point, each participant will be issued his/her own start card, which must be signed.

The individual start cards will be turned in at the finish table after completing the event.

CONTACT: Helen Garamone 703 360-5692 (home), 571 243-2573 (cell) hkgaramone@hotmail.com

STIPULATIONS: Everyone is welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The trails can

accommodate strollers and wheelchairs.

CONDITIONS: Restrooms are available near the start/finish. Water is also available.

IVV BOOKS: All previous participants of IVV events are reminded to bring their books to this event. Those

wishing to purchase new books or a new walker packet may do so at the sales table.

DOGS: Leashed dogs are welcome on the walk.

DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: The American Volkssport Association or its branch clubs are not responsible for

theft or loss of personal belongings or property. Every reasonable effort will be made by the sponsor to make

this a safe and enjoyable walk. All walkers must sign a waiver.

NEARBY: The Warrenton year-round event starts nearby at the Warrenton Visitor’s Center, 33 N. Calhoun St.

Center is open 9 to 5 daily. This trail follows brick sidewalks in historic Warrenton past the post-Civil War

home of Col. Mosby, the Gray Ghost. Ask registration for directions.

AFTERWARDS: Relax and enjoy some food at the next door Farm Station Café and/or a beer of the Old Bust

Head Brewery! You may also enjoy a tasting at the nearby Vint Hill Craft Winery or spend an hour at the Cold

War Museum. Challenge yourself and your friends to solve themed puzzles at Escape Vint Hill. There are so

many things to enjoy before or after your walk!