International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV) - The International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV) is an international organization composed of national associations and clubs that organizes popular sports (volkssports) events. The Federation is a not-for-profit organization. It was founded in 1968 by clubs from Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria. It was registered by the Court of Munich, Germany on January 20, 1972, and entered into the Register of Associations under No 7820 at the Office of Records.

LoveToWalk.com - LoveToWalk.com is a site created to pass along the love of walking, and to encourage others to achieve an active, healthy lifestyle through walking for exercise and fitness. Walking can be a great tool to help all of us get active and stay active, and is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Information on this link can be useful in your pursuit of fitness and good health.

Mtnguide.org - The one stop shop for all your adventure travel needs. Here you'll find an interactive yellow pages of adventure travel outfitters and guiding services. From indoor climbing gyms and outdoor instructional, to alpine expeditions and guided treks. We've got it all.

Multi Event Calendar - Looking for a great walking vacation or a weekend getaway? Want to go to the biggest and best events the clubs of the American Volkssport Association can produce? Events are traditionally annual ones with multiple events, and most of the time, opportunities for socializing with fellow walkers. Explore the possibilities and catch the Spirit of Walking! 

Online Forums - The following are not sponsored  by the AVA but may be of interest to walkers.

Walklist Email group  Event announcements, trail stories and fun.

Volkssport Issues Email group  Policy discussion.

President's Challenge - What began as a national youth fitness test has grown up. In a big way. Today, the President's Challenge takes staying active beyond the school gym, and into everyday life. We've expanded the President's Challenge into a whole series of programs designed to help improve anyone's activity level. Young or old. It's about choosing to live healthier - and finding things you really like to do.

Shoewallet - Do you know, "How to Shoewallet?"

The Svenska Folksportforbundet (SFF) of Sweden - President, Viggo Oterhals, Hagakersgatan 14 B, S-431 41 Molndal, Sweden. Email president@sff-folksport.se Mobile +46 (0) 704 67 67 19

The Walking Site - Are you trying to get started? Need motivation or answers to your questions? Training for a marathon and want to discuss your routine? These are just some of the items available on The Walking Site.

Top 10 Walks in the USA - The clubs of the American Volkssport Association host more than 1,800 self-guided trails in the United States. The walks go through a wide variety of areas, from National Parks to quaint towns to exciting cities. An independent poll was taken of a select group of the Association's members to learn their favorite walks of 2008. Click on the link for the results.

USA Track & Field - Are you new to the great sport of Track and Field? Well, check out the options and dig in! There's a wealth of information, and plenty of people to help you reach your goals! We welcome your involvement, and hope you'll spread the word to others about this great sport! Let us know how we can help. No issue too large or too small! Bert Pickell, President South Texas Association. Email bpickell@satx.rr.com