America's walking Club
The American Volkssport Association (AVA) is a non-competitive sports organization committed to Fun, Fitness and Friendship.
AVA Online Monthly Webinars – November 20, 2024 @ 7:00p.m. Central Time
The next AVA online seminar will be Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 7:00pm Central. To participate please pre-register by clicking the button below. If asked for a passcode, the passcode is AVA.
Special Guest Host: Kathryn King, Southeast Region, AVA Board Member
Guest Speakers Include:
Karen Lacey, M.S., RD, LDN
Health and Wellness Supervisor, Live Wise
Join us for a discussion with Karen on healthy eating and fueling your body for activity. Karen oversees corporate wellness programs at multiple sites within the federal Department of Energy Complex. She holds undergraduate degrees in Sociology and Nutrition Science from the University of Tennessee, as well as a Master’s degree in Public Health Nutrition. She is a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist and a registered dietitian. When not helping employees achieve their well-being goals, Karen is an avid hiker, daily yoga practitioner, and recovering marathon runner.
For those Clubs who wish to participate in OptOutside this year, AVA will gladly post your events on the website and Facebook. Please fill out the form by clicking the button to the right. This year Black Friday will land on November 29th, 2024 so I will need all submissions for participating Clubs and events to be sent in by November 15, 2024. Please email 
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for any questions or help with events. To view participating Clubs/Events in your area please click the button to go to our OptOutside page.
America’s Walking Club 2025 Convention April 29-May 2, 2025
A convention for all walking enthusiasts!
The Big Give 2024
Congratulations to all our very special Donors!
$90,000 Goal
The AVA’s individual donor campaign ended October 31, 2024.
Walking For Fun, Fitness and Friendship.
Click on videos to learn more about us or click button below to go to our YouTube Channel.
Upcoming National Walking Events
Paradise Walk, Rockport/Fulton Texas
Come join us Sunday, November 9th and 10th, 2024.
2025 Biennial Convention
Join us April 29 – May 2, 2025 for the 24th Biennial Convention in Las Cruces, NM.
24th Annual US FreedomWalk Festival
Come join us October 17 – 19, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia!
Crazy Horse Memorial
Join us June 7, 2025 for the 39th Annual Spring Volksmarch at the Crazy Horse Memorial.
September 2024 TAW
The September 2024 issue of the TAW is here. Click the image to view the book.
For those who would like to download or prefer the pdf version please click the button below.
If you would you like to receive our complementary Walking Magazine please use the link below to sign up.
Pictures on the trail
Touch a life!
Your contributions will help fund fitness programs that will help fight against obesity, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, and depression among other health related issues – all while having fun!
Become a new walking member
Sign up to learn more on how you can become a part of the National Walking Movement by joining the largest walking organization in the United States!
Exciting Partnership: America’s Walking Club Joins Forces with Grouper
Big news! America’s Walking Club is thrilled to partner with Grouper, offering those with an eligible health plan a chance to play without the hassle of membership fees. If you’re on a qualifying Medicare Advantage or Supplement plan, Grouper will cover your dues, sending a check directly to you! This partnership is all about keeping you active and engaged in our vibrant walking community at no cost. Ready to jump in? Simply check your eligibility on our website and get ready to enjoy all the benefits of our walking, courtesy of this fantastic collaboration. Join us now and make the most of this amazing offer!
We appreciate our community friends. Thank you for your support.
