Vote for the best AVA year-round/seasonal walks of 2009.

To submit your vote:
You may vote for up to three top walks within the United States.
Please do not vote for a walk sponsored by your own club, but you may
vote for any other year-round or seasonal walks.
Please include the walk's city, state, sanction number, and a brief
description of why it is the best.

Please use the online form at:
http://walking.about.com/u/ua/trails/topwalks2009.htm

If you don't have web access to use the form, I will accept the votes by
email. But I prefer to have folks use the form.

This is an unofficial vote whose results are published yearly on
Walking.about.com to promote volkssporting.
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New York

Finding NY Walks and Walking Clubs
http://walking.about.com/od/eventswalks/a/newyorkwalks.htm

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New Jersey
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Pennsylvania

1/9/2010
City / State:  Lancaster, PA
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  85190
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K -
Location:  Isaac's Restaurant & Deli 25 N Queen St, Lancaster PA
Host Club:  Penn-Dutch Pacers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Barry Weatherholtz (717) 625-3533
Website:  www.penndutchpacers.org
E-Mail Contact: barrynbarb@...

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Connecticut
Finding CT Walks and Walking Clubs
http://walking.about.com/od/eventswalks/a/ctwalks.htm

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Delaware
Finding DE Walks and Walking Clubs
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New York

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12/5/2009
City / State:  Schenectady, NY
Event Name:  Holiday Party Walk
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83603
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10k - 1+
Description:  Walk goes through historic downtown Schenectady, the
campus of Union College, and the GE Realty Plot, an early 20th century
planned neighborhood.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  Authors and Literary Landmarks, Courthouses,
Historic Churches, Native American Culture, Railroad Heritage, US Presidents
Start Times:  Registration 9-12, finish by 3.
Location:  Stockade Inn, Schenectady,NY
Start Point / Driving Directions:  The Stockade Inn, 1 N.Church St.
Schenectady,NY. From the east: Take rte 7 to Union St., follow Union St.
west. Inn is on the corner of Union and Church Sts. (second red light
after intersection with Erie Blvd.) From the north and west via rte. 50:
Proceed south on rte 50 through Glenville; At Five Corners turn right
onto Freeman's Bridge Rd. to Erie Blvd. Turn right on to Union St. From
NYS> Thruway: Take exit 25 onto 890 to Washington Ave. Extension exit.
  From ramp go directly across State St. (Do not turn.) Proceed to Union
St. and turn right.
Awards & Fees:  IVV Credit Only
Comments:  The walk includes a "cookie stop" at which all walk
participants are welcome. The walk will be followed by a sit down
luncheon at the Stockade Inn at noon. There is an additional charge for
the luncheon and prior reservations must be made. All are welcome to do
the walk.
Host Club:  Empire State Capital Volkssporters
Contact:  Eileen Sowa (518) 399-3949
Website:  www.ava.org/clubs/escv
E-Mail Contact: Sowaj@...

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New Jersey
Finding NJ Walks and Walking Clubs
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Pennsylvania

1/9/2010
City / State:  Lancaster, PA
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  85190
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K -
Location:  Isaac's Restaurant & Deli 25 N Queen St, Lancaster PA
Host Club:  Penn-Dutch Pacers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Barry Weatherholtz (717) 625-3533
Website:  www.penndutchpacers.org
E-Mail Contact: barrynbarb@...

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Connecticut
Finding CT Walks and Walking Clubs
http://walking.about.com/od/eventswalks/a/ctwalks.htm

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Delaware
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New York

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12/5/2009
City / State:  Schenectady, NY, NY
Event Name:  Holiday Party Walk
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83603
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10k - 1+
Description:  Walk goes through historic downtown Schenectady, the
campus of Union College, and the GE Realty Plot, an early 20th century
planned neighborhood.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  Authors and Literary Landmarks, Courthouses,
Historic Churches, Native American Culture, Railroad Heritage, US Presidents
Start Times:  Registration 9-12, finish by 3.
Location:  Stockade Inn, Schenectady,NY
Start Point / Driving Directions:  The Stockade Inn, 1 N.Church St.
Schenectady,NY. From the east: Take rte 7 to Union St., follow Union St.
west. Inn is on the corner of Union and Church Sts. (second red light
after intersection with Erie Blvd.) From the north and west via rte. 50:
Proceed south on rte 50 through Glenville; At Five Corners turn right
onto Freeman's Bridge Rd. to Erie Blvd. Turn right on to Union St. From
NYS> Thruway: Take exit 25 onto 890 to Washington Ave. Extension exit.
  From ramp go directly across State St. (Do not turn.) Proceed to Union
St. and turn right.
Awards & Fees:  IVV Credit Only
Comments:  The walk includes a "cookie stop" at which all walk
participants are welcome. The walk will be followed by a sit down
luncheon at the Stockade Inn at noon. There is an additional charge for
the luncheon and prior reservations must be made. All are welcome to do
the walk.
Host Club:  Empire State Capital Volkssporters
Contact:  Eileen Sowa (518) 399-3949
Website:  www.ava.org/clubs/escv
E-Mail Contact: Sowaj@...

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New Jersey
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Pennsylvania

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  Long (White) Trail
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83832
Distance - Trail Ratings:  42K, 30K, 20K, 10K, 5K - 2
Description:  Sidewalks, paved paths, roadside adn natural surface walking.
Amenities:  Strollers: hard | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  42K 7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. for other distances
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 south to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa Avenue (Route 743). Watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Accommodations Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg
Airport, Susquehanna Rovers Walkfest Group. 1-888-868-5952
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  Candy Lane Walk
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83821
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K & 5K - 1+
Description:  Candylane Trail consists mostly of sidewalks and paved
walkways with some roadside walking. Flashlights are required.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: medium | Pets: No |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 4:30. p.m. finish by 7:30
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 South to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa avenue (Route 743), watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Candylane does not open until noon, Admission charged. You
will pass Chocolate World, admission is free. You are 1/2 block of
Hershey Museum
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  East Trail (Green)
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83831
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K and 5K - 1+
Description:  East Trail around Milton Hershey School Complex on paved
trails and roadside walking.
Amenities:  Strollers: hard | Wheelchairs: NO | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: No
Special Classifications:  Artistic Heritage, Authors and Literary
Landmarks, Cemetery Stroll, Historic Churches
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., finish by 4:30 p.m.
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 south to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa Avenue (Route 743). Watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Accommodations Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg
Airport, Susquehanna Rovers Walkfest Group. 1-888-868-5952. Founders
Hall open Saturday only
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  South (Blue) Trail
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83822
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K and 6K - 1+
Description:  South Trail consists of a variety of paved and natural
surfaces with some inclines.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: medium | Pets: Yes |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., finish by 4:30 p.m.
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 South to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa avenue (Route 743), watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Trail passes Hershey Medical Center and west side of town.
Accommodations at Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg Airport.
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/29/2009
City / State:  Lititz, PA
Event Name:
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  84082
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K -
Special Classifications:  Authors and Literary Landmarks, Firehouses,
Historic Churches, Museums, Railroad Heritage, Veteran Memorials
Start Times:
Location:  Freeze & Frizz 45 N Broad St Lititz PA
Host Club:  Penn-Dutch Pacers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Barry Weatherholtz (717) 625-3533
Website:  www.penndutchpacers.org
E-Mail Contact: barrynbarb@...

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Connecticut
Finding CT Walks and Walking Clubs
http://walking.about.com/od/eventswalks/a/ctwalks.htm

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Delaware
Finding DE Walks and Walking Clubs
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Rhode Island
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New York

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12/5/2009
City / State:  Schenectady, NY, NY
Event Name:  Holiday Party Walk
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83603
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10k - 1+
Description:  Walk goes through historic downtown Schenectady, the
campus of Union College, and the GE Realty Plot, an early 20th century
planned neighborhood.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  Authors and Literary Landmarks, Courthouses,
Historic Churches, Native American Culture, Railroad Heritage, US Presidents
Start Times:  Registration 9-12, finish by 3.
Location:  Stockade Inn, Schenectady,NY
Start Point / Driving Directions:  The Stockade Inn, 1 N.Church St.
Schenectady,NY. From the east: Take rte 7 to Union St., follow Union St.
west. Inn is on the corner of Union and Church Sts. (second red light
after intersection with Erie Blvd.) From the north and west via rte. 50:
Proceed south on rte 50 through Glenville; At Five Corners turn right
onto Freeman's Bridge Rd. to Erie Blvd. Turn right on to Union St. From
NYS> Thruway: Take exit 25 onto 890 to Washington Ave. Extension exit.
  From ramp go directly across State St. (Do not turn.) Proceed to Union
St. and turn right.
Awards & Fees:  IVV Credit Only
Comments:  The walk includes a "cookie stop" at which all walk
participants are welcome. The walk will be followed by a sit down
luncheon at the Stockade Inn at noon. There is an additional charge for
the luncheon and prior reservations must be made. All are welcome to do
the walk.
Host Club:  Empire State Capital Volkssporters
Contact:  Eileen Sowa (518) 399-3949
Website:  www.ava.org/clubs/escv
E-Mail Contact: Sowaj@...

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New Jersey
Finding NJ Walks and Walking Clubs
http://walking.about.com/od/eventswalks/a/newjerseywalks.htm

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Pennsylvania

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  Long (White) Trail
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83832
Distance - Trail Ratings:  42K, 30K, 20K, 10K, 5K - 2
Description:  Sidewalks, paved paths, roadside adn natural surface walking.
Amenities:  Strollers: hard | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  42K 7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. for other distances
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 south to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa Avenue (Route 743). Watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Accommodations Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg
Airport, Susquehanna Rovers Walkfest Group. 1-888-868-5952
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  Candy Lane Walk
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83821
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K & 5K - 1+
Description:  Candylane Trail consists mostly of sidewalks and paved
walkways with some roadside walking. Flashlights are required.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: medium | Pets: No |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 4:30. p.m. finish by 7:30
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 South to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa avenue (Route 743), watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Candylane does not open until noon, Admission charged. You
will pass Chocolate World, admission is free. You are 1/2 block of
Hershey Museum
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  East Trail (Green)
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83831
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K and 5K - 1+
Description:  East Trail around Milton Hershey School Complex on paved
trails and roadside walking.
Amenities:  Strollers: hard | Wheelchairs: NO | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: No
Special Classifications:  Artistic Heritage, Authors and Literary
Landmarks, Cemetery Stroll, Historic Churches
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., finish by 4:30 p.m.
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 south to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa Avenue (Route 743). Watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Accommodations Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg
Airport, Susquehanna Rovers Walkfest Group. 1-888-868-5952. Founders
Hall open Saturday only
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  South (Blue) Trail
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83822
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K and 6K - 1+
Description:  South Trail consists of a variety of paved and natural
surfaces with some inclines.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: medium | Pets: Yes |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., finish by 4:30 p.m.
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 South to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa avenue (Route 743), watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Trail passes Hershey Medical Center and west side of town.
Accommodations at Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg Airport.
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/29/2009
City / State:  Lititz, PA
Event Name:
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  84082
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K -
Special Classifications:  Authors and Literary Landmarks, Firehouses,
Historic Churches, Museums, Railroad Heritage, Veteran Memorials
Start Times:
Location:  Freeze & Frizz 45 N Broad St Lititz PA
Host Club:  Penn-Dutch Pacers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Barry Weatherholtz (717) 625-3533
Website:  www.penndutchpacers.org
E-Mail Contact: barrynbarb@...

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Connecticut
Finding CT Walks and Walking Clubs
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Delaware
Finding DE Walks and Walking Clubs
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Rhode Island
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11/14/2009
City / State:  Vestal, NY
Event Name:  Vestal Kopernik Walk
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  84572
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K - 2
Description:  Walk is on rural roads with several large hills. It goes
by the Kopernik Observatory (not open during daylight hours), one of the
finest observatories in the northeast.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  Museums
Start Times:  10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location:  719 Underwood Road, Vestal, NY 13850 (private residence)
Start Point / Driving Directions:  Take Interstate Route 81 or 88 to the
Binghamton area. Follow Route 17 West to Route 26 South (Exit 67s).
Proceed 5 miles and turn right at Glenwood Road. (Note the green
observatory sign). Take the first left onto Underwood Road and proceed
roughly 1.8 miles up the hill
Awards & Fees:  B Award
Comments:
Host Club:  Finger Lakes Volkssports Club, The
Contact:  Doug Gausman (607) 757-0164
Website:  bingweb.binghamton.edu/~chailey/kopernik.html
E-Mail Contact: Dougs4it@...

12/5/2009
City / State:  Schenectady, NY, NY
Event Name:  Holiday Party Walk
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83603
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10k - 1+
Description:  Walk goes through historic downtown Schenectady, the
campus of Union College, and the GE Realty Plot, an early 20th century
planned neighborhood.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  Authors and Literary Landmarks, Courthouses,
Historic Churches, Native American Culture, Railroad Heritage, US Presidents
Start Times:  Registration 9-12, finish by 3.
Location:  Stockade Inn, Schenectady,NY
Start Point / Driving Directions:  The Stockade Inn, 1 N.Church St.
Schenectady,NY. From the east: Take rte 7 to Union St., follow Union St.
west. Inn is on the corner of Union and Church Sts. (second red light
after intersection with Erie Blvd.) From the north and west via rte. 50:
Proceed south on rte 50 through Glenville; At Five Corners turn right
onto Freeman's Bridge Rd. to Erie Blvd. Turn right on to Union St. From
NYS> Thruway: Take exit 25 onto 890 to Washington Ave. Extension exit.
  From ramp go directly across State St. (Do not turn.) Proceed to Union
St. and turn right.
Awards & Fees:  IVV Credit Only
Comments:  The walk includes a "cookie stop" at which all walk
participants are welcome. The walk will be followed by a sit down
luncheon at the Stockade Inn at noon. There is an additional charge for
the luncheon and prior reservations must be made. All are welcome to do
the walk.
Host Club:  Empire State Capital Volkssporters
Contact:  Eileen Sowa (518) 399-3949
Website:  www.ava.org/clubs/escv
E-Mail Contact: Sowaj@...

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New Jersey
Finding NJ Walks and Walking Clubs
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Pennsylvania

11/13/2009 - 11/14/2009
City / State:  Gettysburg, PA
Event Name:  Haunted Gettysburg Walk #1
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  81997
Distance - Trail Ratings:  5/10 k - 1+
Description:  Fri, Nov 13: Start between 2:00 - 5:00 PM; finish by 9:00
PM. Sat, Nov 14: Start between 2:00 - 4:00 PM; finish by 7:00 PM.
Amenities:  Strollers: easy | Wheelchairs: easy | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  Artistic Heritage, Authors and Literary
Landmarks, Cemetery Stroll, Courthouses, Historic Churches, Museums,
Railroad Heritage, Veteran Memorials
Start Times:  See Description
Location:  1863 Inn of Gettysburg (formerly Holiday Inn)
Start Point / Driving Directions:  1863 Inn of Gettysburg, 516 Baltimore
St, Gettysburg, PA 17325; (717) 334-6211. From the square in Gettysburg,
go South on Baltimore St (Bus US 15 S). Veer left at the third light.
The Holiday Inn is immediately on the left.
Awards & Fees:  IVV Credit Only
Comments:  This walk features some of the haunted places described by
Joe Svehla in his Ghostly Images book series. This includes the Holiday
Inn itself and places nearby, the National Cemetery, the Lutheran
Seminary, Gettysburg College, and places near the center of town.*******
Hotel reservations can be made at the 1863 Inn of
Gettysburg (formerly Holiday Inn Gettysburg-Battlefield) at the rate of
$69 for a single/double; $79 for a triple, and $89 for a quad plus 9%
tax. Reservations must be made by Sep 16. Call (717) 334-6211 and
request the "Volkssporting" rate. ****** Join us for dinner Saturday
night at 7:00 PM at General Pickett's Buffet. Cost is $12.15 which
includes meal, drink, tax, and tip. Make a reservation by sending a
check, payable to "YWRW", to Gloria Rudacille; 310 Cherry St; York, PA
17402. For more information, call Gloria at (717) 741-4148 or
gigglesrjg@...
Host Club:  York White Rose Wanderers
Contact:  Tom Jackson (717) 677-6511
Website:  www.ava.org/clubs/york
E-Mail Contact: ywrw@...

11/14/2009
City / State:  Gettysburg, PA
Event Name:  Ortanna - Haunted Gettysburg Walk #2
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  81998
Distance - Trail Ratings:  5/6/11 k - 2+
Description:  This walk will go on farm roads through the vinyards,
along natural trails, and on rural country roads. Food and beverage will
be available for purchase at the Winery. You will be able to purchase
wine by the bottle or glass. Non-alcoholic beverages will be available.
The trail is not suitable wheelchairs or strollers.
Amenities:  Strollers: NO | Wheelchairs: NO | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  Start 9:00 am - 12:00 Noon; finish by 3:00 PM
Location:  Adams County Winery
Start Point / Driving Directions:  Adams County Winery, 251 Peach Tree
Rd, Ortanna, PA, (717) 334-4631. From the square in Gettysburg, go west
on Chambersburg St (US 30). In 8 miles, turn left at the blinking light,
towards Cashtown. There are well-marked signs for the Winery at this
intersection and every turn you will make from here. Proceed towards
Cashtown for one mile. After one mile, the road dead-ends. Turn left. In
100 yards, turn right, following the sign to Ortanna. In about one mile,
you will come to another dead-end and stop sign. Turn right. At the fork
in the road, keep to the left. In less than a mile, at the bottom of the
hill, turn right on Peach Tree Rd. In 1/3 mile, turn left onto the dirt
road and proceed 1/4 mile to the Winery.
Awards & Fees:  IVV Credit Only
Comments:  There is no A award for this event; however, a hat pin will
be available for purchase by anyone who completes three of the eight
Gettysburg events (including the Year-Round Events) between Thurs, Nov
12 and Sun, Nov 15. For information about hotel reservations and
Saturday night supper, look at the web site for Haunted Gettysburg Walk
#1, Event 81997.
Host Club:  York White Rose Wanderers
Contact:  Tom Jackson (717) 267-9387
Website:  www.ava.org/clubs/york
E-Mail Contact: ywrw@...

11/14/2009
City / State:  Gettysburg, PA
Event Name:  Haunted Gettysburg Swim
Event Type:  Swim
Event ID:  81999
Distance - Trail Ratings:  300 meters -
Description:
Amenities:  Strollers: | Wheelchairs: | Pets: | Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  start 2:15 - 3:45 PM; finish by 4:30 PM
Location:  YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County
Start Point / Driving Directions:  YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County,
909 Fairfield Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325, (717) 334-9171. From the square
in Gettysburg, go South on Baltimore St (Bus. 15S, PA 116W) 1 block to
Middle St. Turn right on Middle St. (PA 16W) and go 7/10 mile, passing
traffic signals at Washington St., West St., and Confederate
Ave./Seminary Ridge. The YWCA driveway is 1/10 mile past Confederate
Ave. on the right.
Awards & Fees:  IVV Credit Only
Comments:  In addition to the $3.00 IVV credit fee, there will be a
$5.00 fee for the use of the swimming pool. The YWCA does not provide
towels or locks for its lockers.
There is no A award for this event; however a hat pin will be available
for purchase by anyone who completes three of the eight Gettysburg
events (including the Year-Round Events) between Thurs, Nov 12 and Sun,
Nov 15. For information about hotel reservations and Saturday night
supper, look at the web site for Haunted Gettysburg Walk #1, Event 81997.
Host Club:  York White Rose Wanderers
Contact:  Tom Jackson (717) 677-6511
Website:  www.ava.org/clubs/york
E-Mail Contact: ywrw@...

11/15/2009
City / State:  Gettysburg, PA
Event Name:  Haunted Gettysburg Walk #3
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  82000
Distance - Trail Ratings:  5/10 k - 1+
Description:  There are two 5K loops. The 5K Monuments and Museums Walk
will go through the Gettysburg National Cemetery, to the new Gettysburg
Museum and Visitors Center, and through the portion of the battlefield
where Union defenders stopped the Confederate attack (Pickett's Charge)
on the afternoon of the July 3, 1863. The route passes six museums and
numerous monuments to the generals and units who fought here. The 5K
Churches Walk features eight historic churches, all with a Civil War
connection. The routes are on paved paths and sidewalks. They are
suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.
Amenities:  Strollers: easy | Wheelchairs: easy | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  Artistic Heritage, Authors and Literary
Landmarks, Cemetery Stroll, Courthouses, Firehouses, Historic Churches,
Museums, Native American Culture, Railroad Heritage, Veteran Memorials
Start Times:  Start 8:00 - 11:00 AM; finish by 2:00 PM
Location:  1863 Inn of Gettysburg (formerly Holiday Inn)
Start Point / Driving Directions:  1863 Inn of Gettysburg, 516 Baltimore
St, Gettysburg, PA 17325; (717) 334-6211. From the square in Gettysburg,
go South on Baltimore St (Bus US 15 S). Veer left at the third light.
The Holiday Inn is immediately on the left.
Awards & Fees:  IVV Credit Only
Comments:  There is no A award for this event; however a hat pin will be
available for purchase by anyone who completes three of the eight
Gettysburg events (including the Year-Round Events) between Thurs, Nov
12 and Sun, Nov 15. For information about hotel reservations and
Saturday night supper, look at the web site for Haunted Gettysburg Walk
#1, Event 81997.
Host Club:  York White Rose Wanderers
Contact:  Tom Jackson (717) 267-9387
Website:  www.ava.org/clubs/york
E-Mail Contact: ywrw@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  Long (White) Trail
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83832
Distance - Trail Ratings:  42K, 30K, 20K, 10K, 5K - 2
Description:  Sidewalks, paved paths, roadside adn natural surface walking.
Amenities:  Strollers: hard | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  42K 7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. for other distances
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 south to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa Avenue (Route 743). Watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Accommodations Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg
Airport, Susquehanna Rovers Walkfest Group. 1-888-868-5952
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  Candy Lane Walk
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83821
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K & 5K - 1+
Description:  Candylane Trail consists mostly of sidewalks and paved
walkways with some roadside walking. Flashlights are required.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: medium | Pets: No |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 4:30. p.m. finish by 7:30
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 South to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa avenue (Route 743), watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Candylane does not open until noon, Admission charged. You
will pass Chocolate World, admission is free. You are 1/2 block of
Hershey Museum
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  East Trail (Green)
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83831
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K and 5K - 1+
Description:  East Trail around Milton Hershey School Complex on paved
trails and roadside walking.
Amenities:  Strollers: hard | Wheelchairs: NO | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: No
Special Classifications:  Artistic Heritage, Authors and Literary
Landmarks, Cemetery Stroll, Historic Churches
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., finish by 4:30 p.m.
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 south to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa Avenue (Route 743). Watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Accommodations Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg
Airport, Susquehanna Rovers Walkfest Group. 1-888-868-5952. Founders
Hall open Saturday only
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009
City / State:  Hershey, PA
Event Name:  South (Blue) Trail
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  83822
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K and 6K - 1+
Description:  South Trail consists of a variety of paved and natural
surfaces with some inclines.
Amenities:  Strollers: medium | Wheelchairs: medium | Pets: Yes |
Restrooms: Yes
Special Classifications:  This event doesn't have any special
classifications assigned.
Start Times:  8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., finish by 4:30 p.m.
Location:  Hershey Recreation Center
Start Point / Driving Directions:  605 Cocoa Avenue, from I-81 and Route
22, take Route 39 South to Route 743 south to Route 422, then south on
Cocoa avenue (Route 743), watch for Signs!
Awards & Fees:
Comments:  Trail passes Hershey Medical Center and west side of town.
Accommodations at Best Western Inn and Suites Harrisburg Airport.
Host Club:  Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Patricia Eby (717) 761-1338
Website:  No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: SusqRovers@...

11/29/2009
City / State:  Lititz, PA
Event Name:
Event Type:  Walk
Event ID:  84082
Distance - Trail Ratings:  10K -
Special Classifications:  Authors and Literary Landmarks, Firehouses,
Historic Churches, Museums, Railroad Heritage, Veteran Memorials
Start Times:
Location:  Freeze & Frizz 45 N Broad St Lititz PA
Host Club:  Penn-Dutch Pacers Volksmarch Club
Contact:  Barry Weatherholtz (717) 625-3533
Website:  www.penndutchpacers.org
E-Mail Contact: barrynbarb@...

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