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Start/Finish | Cost | New Walker Program | AVA Associates | Virtual Folks-walk | Disclaimer
The
folkssport philosophy simply recognizes that everyone
cannot and should not attempt to compete in timed events
in which competition and awards are based on order of
finish.
On
the other hand, everyone can and should
participate in some lifetime program of exercise--
and folkssport is meeting that need for millions
worldwide.
Get your calendar and mark the coming events that you don't want to miss! Then, on the day of the event, you will register at the park office or designated registration area. Each person will be give a Start Card that must be carried during the walk and left at the park upon completion of the event.Water is available at the Start/Finish area and some check points, but walkers are always encourage to carry water with them as well.
T
o P a r t i c i p a t e
Participants may register in advance or on the day of the event at the designated start point. Each participant receives a "start card," which is validated at designated control points on the trail. These control points usually have water and restrooms available. The event trail is usually marked with signs or colored tape/ribbon. In some cases, a trail map or description is provided. At the finish point, participants are eligible for distinctive medals or patches to commemorate the event, as well as IVV distance and/or events credits (which count toward IVV Achievement Awards). Then it's time to relax with food, refreshments and new/old friends to talk about folkssporting or other topics.
Participation is open to the public. If a participant chooses to receive IVV credit, the cost is usually $3.00. If the participants wants the commemorative award for the event as well as the IVV credit, the cost is normally $5 to $8 with the IVV credit at no additional charge. Registering for an event during the preregistration period usually reduces the cost for the award. There is usually a minimum charge of $2.00 per walker to help defray costs of putting on the event, trail signs, maps with directions, etc.
N
e w W a l k e r P r o g r a m
The AVA now has a New Walker Program to get you started right, at a cost everybody can afford.For as little as $5 from your local club (NSTT), at an event, you get:
- First event book: Good for your first 10 events anywhere in the world until you earn your first Achievement Award. A $5 value.
- First distance book: Good for your first 500K anywhere in the world. A $5 value.
- Three coupons for free credit at events: so you can go to three events for free and still get credit (a $6 value). These coupons are good only at events in the USA.
- A coupon for a free issue of The American Wanderer
- Explanations about folkssporting
- 10% off first AVA Specialties order.
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V A V o l k s s p o r t A s s o c i a t e
s
You don't have to join a club or an organization to go on any of our walking events--just come to the event, register, and have a great time. Membership is an option, never required.Once you have given us a tryout, we invite you to join NorthStar Trail Travelers, other local clubs, and also to become a Volkssports Associate.
Volkssports Associates receive the bimonthly publication The American Wanderer with articles on health, walking, and folkssport events throughout the USA. Active folkssporters see their names listed for Individual Achievement Awards. There is a list of clubs nationwide and upcoming events nationwide.
They also receive travel discounts for rental cars, hotels, etc. Plus discounts on AVA Specialties items such as Starting Point--the Year-round Event book, available only to members or clubs, and a significant discount on the AVA Convention registration and events.
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i r t u a l F o l k s - w a l k
Visit the AVA "Going on a Walk" interactive experience!
With registration for these events, the participant accepts the guidelines for AVA-sanctioned volkssport events and agrees to observe the principles of good sportsmanship. Littering is not permitted, and we would encourage you to help clean up the park trails as you enjoy them. Every effort will be made by sponsors to make these safe, enjoyable and memorable events. The events will take place regardless of weather conditions. The sponsors are not liable for accidents, theft and/or material damage.
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