We are an international organization offering self-paced physical activity, predominatley walking, for all to enjoy. Routes are developed by clubs and participants track their accomplishment through event stamps kept in record books. The low-cost incentive program rewards personal accomplishment. Trails are selected for scenic interest, historic points, natural beauty and walk ability. It is a great way to learn about the area, to get exercise, to meet new people and to have fun.
There are two types of Volksmarches. Regular events and YRE. Both types of event are sanctioned under the American Volkssporting Association in the IVV and are eligible for credit toward IVV Achievement Awards.
REGULAR EVENTS
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You may choose your time to start within the start/finish “window” and participate in the sport at your own pace. You register, and immediately hit the trail. We encourage our walkers to set a comfortable pace for themselves and take time to enjoy their surroundings. Exercise can be a fun, social activity. Everyone who finishes the course is a winner and hopefully they will have had "a walk to remember". At the end of your walk, return to the start/finish table to complete your journey into volksmarching.
YEAR ROUND EVENTS:
A Year-Round Event is a self-guided walking event available most days of the year. The local club selects a trail, draws maps and writes detailed walking instructions, and sets up a permanent starting point. You arrive during the stated open hours, register, take a map, and enjoy the trail. These events include series of state parks in several states, great tourist attractions and national parks and good daily exercise routes in hundreds of communities. Some are scenic, some are historical, some are just for exercise. Call the club to find out which events suit your interests.
Starting points: The starting points are often hospitals, hotels, or convenience stores. At the start point is a start box. The start box takes many forms - it may be a bureau or kiosk, or it may be a file box or tool box. You may have to ask the proprietor to point it out or get it out. The Start Procedure: Inside the start box is a registration log. Please register - you can walk for free but we need to know who is participating in our event. Sign the log and take a start card and trail map.
Enjoying the walk: Walk at your own pace, enjoy the local area for as long as you desire (daytime hours only!). If you have any difficulty with the directions provided, be sure to write a note to the host club and put it in the start box when you return.
Finishing: At the end, turn in your start card. |
