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.

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.

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.