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State |
Event ID - Name |
Club |
| 2026 - October |
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08 |
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1A |
Olympia,
WA |
134091 -
Pub Crawl |
Capitol Volkssport Club |
| Walk on sidewalks, paved and groomed trails, passing a number of local brewpubs and pubs. |
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10 |
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1C |
Easton,
WA |
129599 -
Lake Easton Fall Color walk |
Four-Plus Foolhardy Folks |
| This is a lovely circuit of Lake Easton that will hopefully include some brilliant fall colors. Includes Lake Easton State Park and a trestle bridge and tunnel on the Palouse to Cascades rail trail. |
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10 |
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1A |
Plum Creek Park North,
OH |
130161 -
Nature trail |
Valley Vagabonds, Inc. |
| This walk takes you by a lake and hidden beauty treasures in Brunswick and several nature trails. The start is in the Pavilion. |
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10 |
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Lake Easton,
WA |
130800 -
Lake Easton BIKE Palouse to Cascades Trail |
Four-Plus Foolhardy Folks |
| Beautiful scenery in fall colors to enjoy while biking a portion of the Palouse to Cascades trail. |
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10 |
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1A |
Rapid City,
SD |
131950 -
BHVA Fall Walk |
Black Hills Volkssport Assn. |
| Please join us for our Fall Meeting walk. The meeting starts at 9 in the Card Room of the Activity Center. Registration for the walk is before and after the meeting |
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10 |
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1A |
The Ashton Building, Omaha,
NE |
131755 -
Riverfront Stroll with the Nebraska Trailblazers |
Nebraska Wander Freunde Trailblazers |
| Walk the prairie in Millwork Commons, the Baby Bob and the new Treetop Walk. |
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10 |
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2B |
Tawasentha Park, Guilderland,
NY |
131771 -
Oktoberfest |
Empire State Capital Volkssporters |
| Oktoberfest celebration begins at NOON. Time the start of your walk accordingly. Pre-registration for lunch is necessary. Registration for the walk will be that morning. Walks are on wooded tails. |
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10 - 18 |
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3C |
Custer,
SD |
131924 -
CSP Centennial EDW |
Black Hills Volkssport Assn. |
| CANCELLED - Cancelled by HQ |
| What an opportunity to explore Custer State Park on this extend walk. The colors should be prime in the park when you go to walk; weather in the Black Hills can be unpredictable so go prepared |
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10 |
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1A |
Collinsville,
IL |
132363 -
Trekkin' Historic Route 66 in Collinsville, IL |
Illinois Trekkers Volkssport Club |
| The Illinois Trekkers invite you to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 in Collinsville IL. Located along the third phase of the Scenic Route 66. |
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10 |
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1A |
Spokane,
WA |
133698 -
Audubon Park and NW Spokane |
Lilac City Volkssport Assn. |
| Fall Colors should be in full array for this walk in NW Spokane. |
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11 |
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2A |
Astoria,
OR |
132150 -
Great Columbia Crossing |
Columbia River Volkssport Club |
| A once a year experience to walk across the Astoria-Megler bridge while it's closed to traffic. |
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12 |
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1A |
Puyallup,
WA |
132286 -
South Hill Park and Chapman Trail |
Daffodil Valley Volkssport Association |
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12 |
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1A |
Raymore,
MO |
133959 -
Lemor & Good Parkway Greenway Trails |
Clay-Platte Trackers of Kansas City |
| Come explore a popular walking trail system in Raymore that goes through green space and residential areas. |
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14 |
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1A |
Clifton Park,
NY |
131949 -
Clifton Knolls |
Empire State Capital Volkssporters |
| The walks go though Clifton Park neighborhoods in the quiet Clifton Knolls Development walking along the side of the road. |
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16 - 18 |
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Arlington,
VA |
131578 -
US FreedomWalk Festival Bike |
U.S. Freedom Walk Festival Club |
| Start/Finish times for event weekend are as follows: Friday 10 am to 3 pm, Saturday 8 am to 2:00 pm, Sunday 8 am to 2 pm. Finish table closes on Friday at 6 pm, Saturday at 5 pm, and Sunday at 4 pm. |
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16 - 18 |
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Arlington,
VA |
131579 -
US FreedomWalk Festival Swim |
U.S. Freedom Walk Festival Club |
| swim location TBD |
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16 |
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1B |
Arlington,
VA |
131580 -
Welcome Walk US FreedomWalk Festival |
U.S. Freedom Walk Festival Club |
| Join us for our 26th USFWF walks that go by the embassies, memorials, the National Mall, and all three branches of the federal government and Arlington Cemetery. Winds through Beautiful Washington, DC |
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17 |
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1A |
Maria Stein,
OH |
129526 -
Fall Colors & Cross-Tipped Churches with OWF |
Ohio Wander Freunde |
| Walking in the Land of Cross-Tipped Churches during the Fall. |
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17 |
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1B |
Arlington,
VA |
131581 -
25th US FreedomWalk Festival Celebration |
U.S. Freedom Walk Festival Club |
| Join us for our 25h USFWF. Walks go by the embassies, memorials, the National Mall, and all three branches of the federal government and Arlington Cemetery. Winds through Beautiful Washington, DC. |
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17 |
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1A |
Cottleville,
MO |
131979 -
Small city and paved trails! |
Gateway Milers NFP |
| Both the 5k and 10k will explore a part of downtown Cottleville and trails in the park. The 10k also includes strolling through the campus of St Charles Community College. |
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17 |
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1A |
Laurel,
MD |
131985 -
St. Nicholas Catholic Church Fall Bazaar |
Freestate Happy Wanderers |
| Come and enjoy the Bazaar- Many gifts, raffles and fun ideas for Fall and holidays. |
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17 |
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1B |
Preston,
WA |
132252 -
Falling Leaves |
Interlaken Trailblazers Volkssport Club |
| A nice walk to kickup the leaves along the trail! |
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17 |
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1A |
Sonoma,
CA |
132288 -
35th Anniversary Walk |
Sonoma County Stompers |
| Home of the original Williams Sonoma store created by Chuck Williams. There will be a Williams Sonoma gift card door prize, plus other gifts. There will be 2 5K loops. |
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17 |
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1A |
Rockport-Fulton,
TX |
132678 -
Time & Tide: A Rockport-Fulton Heritage Stroll |
Rockport City Trailways |
| Walk back in time. Be Part of the Pathways Story where Texas meets the Gulf, and every step uncovers Rockport's rich maritime heritage and coastal legacy. |
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17 |
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1A |
Piedmont,
SD |
132917 -
Piedmont Town Walk |
Black Hills Volkssport Assn. |
| Come in search of gnomes and elevators and learn more about this quaint community. |
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17 |
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1A |
Sanford,
FL |
132944 -
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Mid-Florida Milers Walking Club |
| We will be walking through the Historic District of Sanford, Florida and conclude our walk by having lunch at Hollerbach's German Restaurant. It is October after all, the month of Octoberfest. |
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17 |
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1A |
HOUSTON,
TX |
133957 -
Heights |
Houston Happy Hikers |
| Come walk in the Houston Heights a short distance from Downtown. Enjoy a meal at the Bluestone Lane restaurant.Many homes decorated for Halloween! |
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18 |
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1B |
Arlington,
VA |
131582 -
25th US FreedomWalk Festival |
U.S. Freedom Walk Festival Club |
| Join us for our 25th USFWF. Walks go by the embassies, memorials, the National Mall, and all three branches of the federal government and Arlington Cemetery. Winds through Beautiful Washington, DC. |
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18 |
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1A |
Fulton,
TX |
132679 -
Fulton Harbor Nature & Heritage Walk |
Rockport City Trailways |
| Discover Fulton's coastal character on a scenic harbor walk featuring maritime heritage, historic landmarks, coastal wildlife, natural habitats, and beautiful waterfront views. |
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18 |
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1B |
Clinton,
MO |
133960 -
City Walk |
Clay-Platte Trackers of Kansas City |
| You will see the largest town square in the state of Missouri in Clinton! |
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19 |
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1A |
Osceola,
MO |
133961 -
Historic Osceola |
Clay-Platte Trackers of Kansas City |
| Come walk in historic Osceola located along the Osage River and the Truman Reservoir. |
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19 |
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2B |
Warsaw,
MO |
133962 -
Truman Dam |
Clay-Platte Trackers of Kansas City |
| Come enjoy a walk around the scenic and popular Truman Lake Dam. The Truman Reservoir is the largest flood control reservoir in Missouri. |
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20 |
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1B |
Clinton,
MO |
133963 -
Katy Trail |
Clay-Platte Trackers of Kansas City |
| Come walk the Katy Trail, the longest developed rails trail in the US. |
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24 |
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1A |
Kentlands,
MD |
131673 -
Halloween in Kentlands |
Seneca Valley Sugarloafers |
| Come see how this community massively decorates for the spookiest holiday of the year. |
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24 |
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Rehoboth Beach,
DE |
131851 -
Sea Witch Festival Bike |
First State Webfooters |
| Leg two of the Sea Witch triathlon. Trails are both paved and gravel, offering 6 different distances between Rehoboth Beach & Lewes. |
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24 |
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Rehoboth Beach,
DE |
131852 -
Sea Witch Festival Swim |
First State Webfooters |
| Leg three of the Sea Witch Triathlon. Swim ends at noon. |
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24 |
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1A |
Rehoboth Beach,
DE |
131853 -
Sea Witch Festival Walk |
First State Webfooters |
| Leg one of Sea Witch triathlon. Walks feature the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk (or walk on the beach), Rehoboth Beach shops/restaurants, parks/lake & (10k) wooded Henlopen Acres. |
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24 |
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3C |
Cincinnati,
OH |
131891 -
Germania Society Fall Volksmarch |
Germania Volksmarch Gruppe |
| Following the walk come and enjoy the German specialty dishes from our kitchen and German specialty beers from our bar. |
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24 |
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1A |
Jacksonville,
FL |
132004 -
Avondale |
First Coast Trail Forgers Walking Club |
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24 |
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1A |
Noblesville,
IN |
132480 -
Strawtown Koteewi Park |
Indy 'G' Walkers |
| The walk through the park grounds exhibit biodiversity in rich woodlands, historic wetlands, and immense prairie, A restored Native American village provides an interesting start to the trail |
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24 |
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Rockport,
TX |
133194 -
Pumpkin Paddle |
Rockport City Trailways |
| Paddle the scenic waters of Little Bay while enjoying coastal wildlife, refreshing breezes, and beautiful Rockport waterfront views on your choice of two beginner-friendly routes. |
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24 |
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1B |
Athens,
TN |
133356 -
Eureka Rail Trail |
East Tennessee Wanderers |
| Walk on gravel railway bed between Athens and Englewood. (Railroad ties have been removed.) |
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24 |
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1B |
Tucson,
AZ |
133476 -
Castle Rock Lake |
Tucson Volkssport Klub |
| This nearly flat walk is on sidewalks, paved quiet streets, and dirt trails. You will walk past some interesting, older homes and along trails in a pleasant wooded area. And see a nice lake. |
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24 - 25 |
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1B |
Waring,
TX |
133917 -
47th FALL WALK |
Hill Country Volkssportverein |
| This event is a favorite fall tradition, offering panoramic views of the scenic hill country. Concessions available at the hall and on Sunday, the Waring VFD will have their annual fish fry. |
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24 |
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1A |
St. Louis, MO,
MO |
133958 -
Fiends & Phantoms Walk |
Saint Louis Walkers |
| The route passes one of the top 10 haunted houses in the US, as well as the former hospital where an exorcism really happened. Several former crime scenes are passed on the 10K. |
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25 |
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2B |
Templeton,
CA |
133572 -
Templeton, California |
Central Coast Beach Boardwalkers |
| Come stroll the quaint country town of Templeton, with cute shops, cafes, and oodles of oak trees! 10K turns around at beautiful Venteaux Vineyards! |
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27 - 31 |
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites,
MO |
132370 -
Halloween Klicks on Route 66 |
Sunflower Sod Stompers |
| Come relax the body after a day of walking along Historic Route 66. |
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27 - 31 |
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites,
MO |
132371 -
Halloween Klicks on Route 66 |
Sunflower Sod Stompers |
| Come relax the body after a day of walking along Historic Route 66. |
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29 - 01 |
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1A |
Riverton, Kansas,
KS |
132372 -
Halloween Klicks on Route 66 |
Sunflower Sod Stompers |
| Come walk on the original roadway of Route 66 in Kansas. |
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29 |
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2A |
Dundee,
OR |
134154 -
Popular Wine Country Town |
Willamette Wanderers |
| Enjoy the hills of Dundee, a small town known for its many wineries and restaurants. Lovely houses on hills seen on the 5k/10k route while the new 6k focuses on downtown & nearby residences. |
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30 - 01 |
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1A |
Claremore, Oklahoma,
OK |
132374 -
Halloween Klicks on Route 66 |
Sunflower Sod Stompers |
| Claremore is best known as the hometown of legendary entertainer and humorist Will Rogers, its rich history along historic Route 66, and its high concentration of unique museums |
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30 - 01 |
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1A |
Miami, Oklahoma,
OK |
132373 -
Halloween Klicks on Route 66 |
Sunflower Sod Stompers |
| Come walk the "Life is a Highway" that helped establish Miami as a town. |
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31 |
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1B |
Carnation,
WA |
129895 -
Remlinger Farms Halloween Walk |
Emerald City Wanderers |
| Traditional Halloween walk at Remlinger Farms. Wander through the farm onto Snoqualmie Valley RR Trail. After a visit to residential area and downtown business district return to Remlinger Farms. |
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31 |
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2B |
Wild River State Park, MN,
MN |
131788 -
Wild River State Park Guided Walk |
NorthStar Trail Travelers |
| NSTT's annual meeting guided walk gives walkers a choice of 10km, 5km or the naturalist walk for approximately 2km. Followed by pot luck lunch, short meeting and door prizes! |
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31 |
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1A |
Vancouver,
WA |
131997 -
Halloween Walk |
Vancouver USA Volkssporters |
| Enjoy strolling thru the Lincoln neighborhood which displays some of the best Halloween decorations you'll ever find. |
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31 |
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1A |
Tulsa,
OK |
132375 -
Rt 66 -C Avery Plaza |
Tulsa Walking Club |
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31 |
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1A |
Tulsa,
OK |
132376 -
Rt 66- Land/Giants |
Tulsa Walking Club |
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31 |
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1A |
Shipshewana,
IN |
132470 -
Hoosier Hiker 35th Anniversary in Shipshewana |
Hoosier Hikers |
| Celebrate the Hoosier Hiker 35th Anniversary with a special event in the most fantastic small town in the whole State of Indiana during the AVA's 50th Anniversary Year. |
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31 |
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1B |
Ripon,
CA |
132746 -
Spooky Walk |
Delta Tule Trekkers |
| Trails through the woods along with ghosts and goblins. |
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31 |
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1A |
San Antonio,
TX |
134176 -
STMC Sculpture and Art Walk |
San Antonio Pathfinders |
| Martin Callahn has located more than 14 sculptures and works of art located in the South Texas Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. Two walking loops walk pass these exhibits. |
| 2026 - November |
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01 |
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2B |
Bristow, Oklahoma,
OK |
132377 -
Halloween Klicks on Route 66 |
Wandergruppe Walking Club |
| Nestled in the heart of eastern Oklahoma, Bristow OK is a gem that beckons explorers, dreamers and those seeking a breath of fresh air in a fast-paced world. |
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02 |
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2C |
Lenoir City,
TN |
133357 -
East Lakeshore Trail Canal Branch 5K/10K |
East Tennessee Wanderers |
| Walk on natural wooded paths and section of Tellico Lake shoreline. |
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05 |
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1B |
Lawson,
MO |
132592 -
Watkins' Mill State Park |
Clay-Platte Trackers of Kansas City |
| Watkins Mill is both a state park and a National Historic Landmark where you can experience nature and get in a good walk no matter which avenue you choose to explore! |
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06 - 08 |
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1B |
Oscar Scherer State Park,
FL |
131946 -
WAF35: Park Odyssey #1 |
Suncoast Sandpipers Volkssport Club |
| Enjoy a scenic trail through scrub and pine flatwoods, home to a variety of wildlife, including the Florida Scub Jay, By the walk start is an interpretive nature center with dioramas and souvenirs. |
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06 - 07 |
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Bradenton,
FL |
131972 -
WAF35: Swim |
Suncoast Sandpipers Volkssport Club |
| Enjoy an easy swim in the hotel pool to cool off after a challenging day of walking. |
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07 |
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1A |
Albany,
NY |
131772 -
Albany Pizza Walk |
Empire State Capital Volkssporters |
| Traditional Member Recognition Pizza Party (sign up in advance for Pizza Party) will be held at the conclusion of the walks. |
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07 |
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1A |
NeighborGood Pantry,
NE |
131781 -
Trailblazers Annual Pie Walk |
Nebraska Wander Freunde Trailblazers |
| Bring a pie and enjoy a pleasant walk through local parks. Return to enjoy conversation and pie. |
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07 |
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1B |
Robinson Preserve, Bradenton,
FL |
131856 -
WAF35: Park Odyssey #2 |
Suncoast Sandpipers Volkssport Club |
| Walkers hike along trails winding through lush landscapes with views of Tampa Bay and Anna Maria Island. Highlights are an observation tower and a canopy walkway that lets guests walk among tree tops. |
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07 |
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1B |
De Soto National Prsv,
FL |
131857 -
WAF35: Park Odyssey #3 |
Suncoast Sandpipers Volkssport Club |
| Walkers tour Palma Sola Botanical Park, view the majestic Memorial Cross in Riverview Pointe Preserve and visit De Soto National Memorial with its recognition of the impact of a historical expedition. |
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07 |
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1B |
Tacoma,
WA |
131999 -
Pipeline Trail Walk |
Daffodil Valley Volkssport Association |
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07 |
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1C |
Patuxent Research Refuge,
MD |
132069 -
Friends of Patuxent Wildlife Holiday Bazaar |
Great Greenbelt Volksmarchers, Inc. |
| Enjoy walking through the Wildlife Refuge and support the friends by shopping at the Holiday Bazaar. A great place to buy those holiday gifts either for friends or for yourself. |
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07 |
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1A |
Waterville,
OH |
132160 -
Bend View Metropark Autumn walk |
Maumee Valley Volkssporters |
| Park trail along the Maumee River. |
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07 |
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2B |
Grass Valley,
CA |
132747 -
A walk through Grass Valley |
Placer Pacers |
| A gentle walk through the historic town of Grass Valley California. Participants will see many historic homes in the area. Antique shops and an old theater are also to be found. |
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07 |
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1A |
Langhorne,
PA |
133166 -
Walk thru historic Langhorne |
Liberty Bell Wanderers |
| Historic buildings, picturesque neighborhoods, downtown district, a nature preserve, a Revolutionary War burial ground all included in this walk. |
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07 |
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1A |
Florence,
CO |
133894 -
Florence Senior Community Center |
Falcon Wanderers |
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07 |
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1A |
New Braunfels,
TX |
134144 -
Discovering Mayfair |
NB-Marsch-und Wandergruppe |
| Discover Mayfair - the newest 'small town' within New Braunfels. Strolling through Mayfair feels like wandering in a living postcard - blending small-town warmth with modern charm under the Texas sky. |
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08 |
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1A |
Cambridge,
MA |
132650 -
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Walk 'N Mass Volkssport Club |
| Historic homes in Cambridge, a walking path along the Charles River, and the Harvard University campus will delight those who participate in this walking event. |
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09 |
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1A |
Puyallup / Grayland Park,
WA |
132471 -
Puyallup NW Neighborhoods |
Daffodil Valley Volkssport Association |
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11 |
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2B |
Seattle,
WA |
133407 -
Honoring America's Veterans |
Emerald City Wanderers |
| A walk to commemorate our Veterans in a former military base, now a city park. A military cemetery and a wooded trail are the highlights. |
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14 |
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1A |
Dayton,
OH |
129527 -
OWF Honoring Veterans Event |
Ohio Wander Freunde |
| AVA 50th Anniversary feature event, revisiting the 1st OWF walk, held on 9/23/1978. Walk the Museum of the United States Air Force, enjoying the history of flight, which started right here in Dayton. |
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14 |
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1A |
Annapolis,
MD |
132078 -
America 250 Walk |
Annapolis Amblers |
| Come celebrate America 250 with a special walk through Historic Annapolis including docents and re-enactors sharing historical information at various sites. |
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14 |
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1A |
Alameda,
CA |
132852 -
Alameda NAS - A Salute to Veterans |
Bay Bandits Volksmarch Club |
| Come learn about the history of the Alameda Naval Air Station in WWII and visit the USS Hornet. |
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14 |
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2A |
Bala Cynwyd,
PA |
133335 -
Cynwyd Heritage Trail |
Liberty Bell Wanderers |
| Walk includes the paved Cynwyd Heritage Trail, a lovely Bala Cynwyd neighborhood, the historic West Laurel Hill Cemetery, the Pencoyd Bridge, Main St Manayunk, and the multi-arched Manayunk Bridge. |
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15 |
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1B |
Georgetown/Berry Springs Park,
TX |
134093 -
Berry Springs Park & Preserve |
Colorado River Walkers |
| This walk strolls through a large pecan tree grove, meadows, and along Berry Creek, then continues on a nature trail for wildflowers and possible waterfowl and mammal sightings. Plus burros! |
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15 |
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2B |
Unity Village,
MO |
134167 -
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Clay-Platte Trackers of Kansas City |
| Come walk Unity Village with us! This is a scenic, 1,200-acre Mediterranean-style community and the world headquarters for the Unity movement. |
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21 |
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2A |
Madison,
WI |
131905 -
Veterans Walk |
Madison Area Volkssport Assn. |
| Walk through the upper floors of the State Capitol, then the Wisconsin Veteran's Museum. Continue through UW campus and State Street. |
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21 |
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1A |
Havre de Grace,
MD |
131984 -
Mike Capp Memorial Walk |
Baltimore Walking Club |
| RESCHEDULED - City streets closed to traffic in support of Susquehanna River Running Festival 19 September 2026. New date 21 Nov 2026 |
| The Susquehanna River meets Chesapeake Bay in Havre de Grace. Event books for the AVA Special Program - Lighthouses II will be available for purchase. The Special Program has been extended one year. |
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21 |
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2A |
Knoxville,
TN |
133358 -
Lakeshore Park Greenway |
East Tennessee Wanderers |
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21 |
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1A |
Navasota,
TX |
134177 -
Classic Rock Coffee Co. & Kitchen |
Houston Happy Hikers |
| Take a walking tour of historic Navasota. You will walk past boutiques, restaurants, and the historic P. A. Smith Hotel with the Hammer Speakeasy. Homes from the 1800's and early 1900's will be |
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25 |
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1A |
Colonie,
NY |
131735 -
Colonie Hannaford |
Empire State Capital Volkssporters |
| Enjoy the walk and afterwards get your Thanksgiving groceries before going home. |
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27 |
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1C |
Gemini Springs Park,
FL |
132290 -
HW Gemini Springs - 5/10K Walks |
Happy Wanderers |
| Join the Happy Wanderers on the day after Thanksgiving #OutOutside for a wonderful nature walk and cultural visit at Gemini State Park in DeBary, FL. |
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27 |
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1C |
Gemini Springs Park,
FL |
132916 -
HW Gemini Springs - 5/10K Walks |
Happy Wanderers |
| Join the Happy Wanderers for a wonderful guided (group) nature walk and cultural visit at Gemini State Park in DeBary, FL. |
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27 |
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1A |
Vancouver,
WA |
132925 -
Opt Out - Frenchman's Bar |
Vancouver USA Volkssporters |
| Walk will start in Frenchman's Bar Regional Park with beautiful views of the Columbia River and walk on paved bicycle/pedestrian path to Vancouver Lake and return. Parking is free on this day only. |
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28 |
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2B |
Edmonds,
WA |
132418 -
Turkey Trot |
Sound Steppers Volkssport Club |
| Walk through this town by the sea, with views of the Olympic Mountains, Puget Sound, lovely neighborhoods, trails through Yost Park, and if you have time, enjoy lunch in Downtown Edmonds. |
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28 |
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1A |
Comfort,
TX |
133918 -
Christmas in Comfort |
Hill Country Volkssportverein |
| Christmas in Comfort is a popular holiday event, drawing visitors to town for shopping and family fun on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, The route is along paved roads in town and out in the country. |
| 2026 - December |
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05 |
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1A |
Middletown,
OH |
129528 -
OWF Holiday Event |
Ohio Wander Freunde |
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05 |
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1A |
Helen,
GA |
131635 -
Weihnachten - 5k AVA 50th |
Alpine Helen Volksmarch Club |
| Helen is famous as a "Bavarian Alpine Village" in the north Georgia hills and attracts tourists from all over America to see the beautiful Christmas lights, Christmas village, and beautiful walks. |
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05 |
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1A |
Spearfish,
SD |
131925 -
Holiday Walk |
Black Hills Volkssport Assn. |
| We have been fortunate to have beautiful weather in the past so I'm hoping our Holiday Walk in 2026 has an equally beautiful day. Smores, hot chocolate, Santa Claus and music follow the walk. |
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05 |
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1C |
Jacksonville,
FL |
131973 -
University of North Florida |
First Coast Trail Forgers Walking Club |
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05 |
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2A |
Sutter Creek,
CA |
132892 -
Christmas Walk at Sutter Creek |
Delta Tule Trekkers |
| Enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas in this unique historic town. |
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07 |
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1A |
Knoxville,
TN |
133351 -
Ten Mile Creek Greenway |
East Tennessee Wanderers |
| Completely paved greenway in an unknown park like area along I-40 in west Knoxville. |
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11 |
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1A |
Lenexa,
KS |
134187 -
Sar-Ko-Par Park |
Clay-Platte Trackers of Kansas City |
| Come and enjoy Sar-Ko Aglow in Lenexa. It is one of the Kansas City metro's best holiday light displays! |
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11 - 12 |
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1A |
Williamsburg,
VA |
132594 -
Holiday Night Walk |
Peninsula Pathfinders of Virginia |
| Come view the sights and sounds of a colonial Christmas at night! The night trail is primarily in the colonial area. |
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11 - 13 |
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Williamsburg,
VA |
132595 -
Holiday Swim |
Peninsula Pathfinders of Virginia |
| A refreshing swim in the hotel pool. |
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12 |
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1A |
Omaha,
NE |
131756 -
Holiday Lights Walk |
Nebraska Wander Freunde Trailblazers |
| A walking tour of the spectacular light display in the downtown area and the Heartland of America Park. Enjoy cookies and door prizes after the walk. Everyone walks for free! |
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12 |
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1A |
Scotia,
NY |
131773 -
Holiday Walk |
Empire State Capital Volkssporters |
| The annual holiday party of the Empire State Capital Volkssporters is a yearly tradition. A Holiday Party follows the walk. Reservations can be made from the club's website with payment in advance. |
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12 |
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1A |
Annapolis,
MD |
131980 -
Lighted Boat Parade |
Annapolis Amblers |
| A holiday favorite. Discover the charm of Annapolis, Maryland. After the walk, experience the Eastport Yacht Club annual lighted boat parade. |
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12 |
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2B |
Olympia,
WA |
132021 -
Holiday Walk |
Capitol Volkssport Club |
| The walk goes through the Capitol grounds, past the Capitol Christmas trees, the Farmer's Market and more. |
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12 |
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1A |
Providence and Grand Rapids,
OH |
132161 -
Providence Metropark late Autumn walk |
Maumee Valley Volkssporters |
| Easy path for wagons and strollers. |
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12 - 13 |
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1A |
Williamsburg,
VA |
132596 -
Holiday Day Walk |
Peninsula Pathfinders of Virginia |
| Come enjoy the Virginia colonial capital decorated for the holidays. The day walk is in the colonial area and on the grounds of the College of William & Mary. |
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12 |
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2A |
Maryville,
TN |
133359 -
Blount County Jaycees' Christmas Parade |
East Tennessee Wanderers |
| Celebrate the Holidays. Throw candy to the eager children. |
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12 |
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1A |
Johnson City,
TX |
133607 -
2026 Lights Spectacular |
Volkssportverein Friedrichsburg |
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19 |
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1A |
Portland,
OR |
132151 -
Christmas Ships Walk |
Columbia River Volkssport Club |
| See the combined fleet of the Columbia River and the Willamette River Christmas boats and all their decorations. There will NOT be any arrows or ribbons. |
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19 |
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1A |
Fredericksburg,
VA |
132904 -
HOLIDAY WALK |
Fredericksburg Walking Club |
| Enjoy the Holiday lights and sights of Fxbg with the Fredericksburg Walking Club's Holiday walk! Don't miss our Cookie Checkpoint with homemade goodies. |
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31 |
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2A |
Seattle,
WA |
129896 -
New Year's Eve Walk |
Emerald City Wanderers |
| We'll see Christmas lights in W Seattle and then walk down to Elliott Bay, viewing downtown and shipping lights from Alki and Harbor Avenue. |
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31 |
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1A |
Savage,
MD |
131902 -
New Years Eve Day Walk #1 |
Freestate Happy Wanderers |
| Freestate Happy Wanderers invite you to walk in the Historic Savage and join other walkers for fun and fitness and lunch. Four 5K trails to enjoy. |
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31 |
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1A |
Savage,
MD |
131903 -
New Years Eve Day Walk #2 |
Freestate Happy Wanderers |
| Freestate Happy Wanderers invite you to walk in Historic Savage and join other walkers for fun and fitness and lunch. Four 5K trails available for walkers. |
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31 |
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1A |
Vancouver,
WA |
133822 -
New Years Eve Walk |
Vancouver USA Volkssporters |
| This walk will have 3 different 5 km loops and 1- 6 km loop through nice neighborhoods and community parks. |
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31 |
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1A |
Smithfield,
VA |
134107 -
New Year's Eve |
Peninsula Pathfinders of Virginia |
| Visit the historic town of Smithfield, home of Smithfield Ham. |
| 2027 - January |
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01 |
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2A |
Seattle,
WA |
129897 -
New Year's Day Walk |
Emerald City Wanderers |
| Welcome the New Year and begin work on your exercise resolutions by walking our traditional NYD event. Residential, commercial, and other sights in historic West Seattle. |
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01 |
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1A |
Savage,
MD |
131904 -
New Year's Day Walk #2 |
Freestate Happy Wanderers |
| Freestate Happy Wanderers invite you to start 2026 with a walk in the Historic Savage and join other walkers for fun and fitness. |
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01 |
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1A |
Savage,
MD |
131926 -
New Year's Day Walk #1 |
Freestate Happy Wanderers |
| Freestate Happy Wanderers invite you to start 2026 with a walk in the Historic Savage and join other walkers for fun and fitness. |
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01 |
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1A |
Portland,
OR |
133821 -
New Year's Day |
Columbia River Volkssport Club |
| There will be three 5 km loops. The first loop (Blumenauer Bridge) crosses the Blumenauer Bridge. The second loop will be in the beautiful Grant District. The third loop will go to Irvington Park. |
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01 |
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1B |
Smithfield,
VA |
134108 -
New Year's Day |
Peninsula Pathfinders of Virginia |
| Visit the pigs of Smithfield, home of Smithfield Ham! |
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01 |
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1A |
Fairborn,
OH |
134175 -
OWF Walking in the New Year 2027 |
Ohio Wander Freunde |
| OWF celebrates the New Year! See several Veteran Memorials, including newer Veterans Memorial Park, 9/11 Memorial and the historic Fairborn, with several historic churches. |
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09 |
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2B |
Ambler,
PA |
133873 -
Amblin' through Ambler |
Liberty Bell Wanderers |
| We will walk through the small borough of Ambler and nearby Upper Dublin township. Ambler was once a factory town and the "asbestos capital of the world". That is gone but an interesting town remains. |
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21 |
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1B |
Bristol,
PA |
133875 -
Another Stomp Through Bristol |
Liberty Bell Wanderers |
| A guided walk through Bristol, an historic river town that dates from 1681. We'll see the Delaware riverfront and canal as well as the downtown area, parks, and the Harriman historical district. |
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22 - 24 |
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1A |
San Juan Condado,
PR |
132721 -
Beaches and new town |
Maumee Valley Volkssporters |
| Lovely walk through Condado (Newer part of San Juan city) with a portion along the beach. |
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23 |
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2A |
Telford,
PA |
133876 -
Franconia - Telford |
Liberty Bell Wanderers |
| A nice guided walk through suburban neighborhoods and parks. Partly in Bucks County. |
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30 |
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1A |
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas,
VI |
132722 -
Walking Waves St. Thomas, USVI |
Maumee Valley Volkssporters |
| Beautiful walk through Charlotte Amalie. We will go up the hill to the Synagogue with wonderful views of the harbor and beaches. |
| 2027 - February |
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02 |
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1A |
ALBANY,
OR |
133868 -
Two Rivers |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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13 |
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1A |
Portland,
OR |
132152 -
Pre Super Bowl |
Columbia River Volkssport Club |
| 2 5k routes and 1 11k route. One 5k route goes into the Alberta District and the other 5k route goes past the U of O campus and a Peace Pole/Butterfly. The 11k route goes out to the Alameda district. |
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23 |
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1A |
ALBANY,
OR |
133954 -
West Albany |
Albany Fitwalkers |
| 2027 - March |
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09 |
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1A |
Eugene OR,
OR |
133955 -
Pre's Trail |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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20 |
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1A |
Dayton,
OH |
132057 -
OWF St. Patty's Day |
Ohio Wander Freunde |
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27 |
|
2B |
Seattle,
WA |
132314 -
Easter |
Emerald City Wanderers |
| Join us for a lovely springtime stroll through the Arboretum. |
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28 |
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1A |
ALBANY,
OR |
133956 -
Albany Carousel |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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30 |
|
1A |
Philomath,
OR |
134027 -
Parks and River |
Albany Fitwalkers |
| 2027 - April |
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06 |
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1A |
Willamette Park S. Corvallis,
OR |
134028 -
Crystal Lake |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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10 |
|
1A |
Bellefontaine,
OH |
132115 -
Top of Ohio in Bellefontaine, OH |
Tecumseh Trailblazers |
| Come to the TOP of OHIO. |
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10 |
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1A |
Jefferson OR,
OR |
134029 -
Nancy's Soup Walk |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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13 |
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1A |
Cottage Grove,
OR |
134081 -
Covered Bridge walk |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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17 |
|
2B |
Tacoma,
WA |
134185 -
Tacoma vs Ruston: Battle of Charm - n - views. |
Evergreen Wanderers |
| Super views on each loop of Puget Sound, gardens and neighborhoods. Which loop is your favorite? The Tacoma 5k with its historic homes or the Ruston 7k with Pt Ruston, Pt Defiance gardens and pond. |
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20 |
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1A |
Sweet Home OR,
OR |
134030 -
Covered Bridges |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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24 |
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3C |
Cincinnati,
OH |
132156 -
Germania Society Spring Volksmarch |
Germania Volksmarch Gruppe |
| Following the walk come and enjoy the German specialty dishes from our kitchen and German specialty beers from our bar. |
|
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24 |
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2C |
Olympia,
WA |
134092 -
Tolmie State Park |
Capitol Volkssport Club |
| A saltwater marsh, abundant wildlife, and birdwatching opportunities make Tolmie State Park a great destination. Explore the forest and wetlands and then come down to the rocky beach. |
| 2027 - May |
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01 |
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3C |
Helen, Georgia,
GA |
132942 -
25th Alpine Helen Volkswanderung 5/10k |
Alpine Helen Volksmarch Club |
| "German Style" Volksmarch (hike) 10k or 5k (walk) 5-1-27 on beautiful trails from Helen to Unicoi Lodge along trout streams, and mountain vistas or Hardman River Trail + fun Bavarian Fest @ Bodensee |
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04 |
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1A |
McDowell Creek,
OR |
134036 -
Waterfalls |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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08 |
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1A |
Lake to Lake,
OH |
133695 -
Nature trail |
Valley Vagabonds, Inc. |
| Beautiful trails in Middleburg Hts. on the Park trails. |
|
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18 |
|
1A |
Community Center Corvallis OR,
OR |
134037 -
Witham Hills |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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22 |
|
1B |
Cowboy Trail Connection,
NE |
134186 -
Northwest Nebraska Volksmarch |
Northwest Nebraska Trails Association |
| The Cowboy Trail Connection is a Rail-to-Trail route traverses prairie and streams along the old Chicago Northwestern Railroad, dubbed The Cowboy Line. It is part of the Great American Rail Trail. |
|
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25 |
|
1A |
Mill City,
OR |
134038 -
Medora's walk |
Albany Fitwalkers |
|
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29 |
|
1A |
Xenia,
OH |
132076 -
Great Council State Park |
Xenia Walking Club |
| Visit Ohio's Newest State Park. The state park has a visitors center that shouldn't be missed. |
|
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31 |
|
1A |
Dayton,
OH |
132058 -
OWF Memorial Day Event |
Ohio Wander Freunde |
| 2027 - June |
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08 |
|
1A |
S. Newport,
OR |
134082 -
Nature walk |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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12 |
|
1B |
Mentor Headlands,
OH |
132162 -
Nature trail |
Valley Vagabonds, Inc. |
| This beautiful beach walk takes you by the shores on paved and sand walk to a fantastic view of the lake. Enjoy looking at the beautiful lighthouse and scenery. |
|
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12 |
|
1B |
Millersville, Maryland,
MD |
134151 -
Kinder Farm Park -National Trails Day |
Freestate Happy Wanderers |
| The Kinder Farm House is open for tours today and the Tobacco Barn Museum is open for a self guided tour. Fun in a community rich in farming traditions. Chickens, cows, goats and more. :) Oh my! |
|
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22 |
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1B |
Clear Lake Santiam,
OR |
134039 -
Lava trail |
Albany Fitwalkers |
|
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29 |
|
1A |
Starker park,
OR |
134083 -
Adrienne's walk |
Albany Fitwalkers |
| 2027 - July |
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04 |
|
2B |
Seattle,
WA |
132315 -
Independence Day Walk |
Emerald City Wanderers |
| Parks and green space in Sea-Tac and a stroll thru the lovely stream side, rose and Japanese gardens. |
|
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06 |
|
1A |
ALBANY,
OR |
134084 -
Wellness Trail |
Albany Fitwalkers |
|
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17 |
|
1A |
Huber Heights,
OH |
132070 -
Thomas A. Cloud Park Walk |
Wandering Wheels Volkssports Club |
| Enjoy the walk in the park and nearby neighborhood. There may be more flowers on the neighborhood walk than in the park! |
|
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20 |
|
1A |
Beverly Beach,
OR |
134085 -
Beach and trails |
Albany Fitwalkers |
| 2027 - August |
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03 |
|
1A |
Corvallis,
OR |
134086 -
Avery Park |
Albany Fitwalkers |
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07 |
|
1B |
Euclid Beach Walk,
OH |
132665 -
Nature trail |
Valley Vagabonds, Inc. |
| This beautiful beach walk takes you by the lake and by the amusement part that once was the highlight of Cleveland.Carousel now located in Historical museum. |
|
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17 |
|
1A |
John Neal Campground Lyons,
OR |
134087 -
Mountain High |
Albany Fitwalkers |
|
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21 |
|
1A |
Dayton,
OH |
132059 -
OWF Summer Fun |
Ohio Wander Freunde |
|
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21 |
|
1A |
Hudson,
NY |
133932 -
|
Empire State Capital Volkssporters |
| 2027 - September |
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04 |
|
1A |
Springfield,
OH |
132116 -
Historical Streets in Springfield, OH |
Tecumseh Trailblazers |
| Welcome to Springfield, OH |
|
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04 |
|
1A |
Seattle,
WA |
132316 -
Labor Day Weekend Walk |
Emerald City Wanderers |
| Explore Ballard passing the Locks, Nordic Museum, Old Ballard, the Burke Gilman trail, and a few of the many breweries now open along the route. |
|
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07 |
|
1A |
River Park Lebanon OR,
OR |
134088 -
Cheadle Lake |
Albany Fitwalkers |
|
|
11 |
|
1A |
Xenia,
OH |
132129 -
|
Xenia Walking Club |
|
|
21 |
|
1B |
NW Corvallis,
OR |
134089 -
Hills with a view |
Albany Fitwalkers |
| 2027 - October |
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05 |
|
1A |
Eugene,
OR |
134090 -
River walk |
Albany Fitwalkers |
|
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09 |
|
1A |
Oberlin Inn,
OH |
133696 -
Oberlin College Walk |
Valley Vagabonds, Inc. |
| This walk has become a favorite among the volkswalkers as it take you thru the Oberlin College and by many historical points. |
