Directions to Washington DC Area Volksmarching Club the Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library invites you to walk in two states and D.C. by

From the East or West via I 95/I 495 (): Take Exit 177B (US-1 North/Alexandria). Continue north on US-1 for about 10 blocks (0.8 miles) to Queen St. (2 blocks past King St.). Turn RIGHT on Queen St. for 2 1/2 blocks. Walking Across the The library will be on your left.

From the North via the George Washington Memorial Parkway: Take the Woodrow Bridge

GW Parkway into Old Town Alexandria. Continue on what now is called Washington St. for about 8 blocks from the first traffic signal at Slater's Lane to on

Princess St. Turn RIGHT on Princess St. You will be one block north of the library, which is on the far side of a large parking lot to your left. Saturday, September 21, 2013 Parking: Look for parking spaces in legal spots along the streets, especially to the north and west of the S/F Point. Obey all parking signs, and provide proper payment for meters on Saturday. Do NOT park in private lots unless you have Start Point: Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, paid the proper fee and/or had explicit permission to park from the lot owner. 717 Queen St., Alexandria VA 22314

Metrorail Access: Take either Blue or Yellow lines One 11-KM (6.8-mile) walk trail will be available with a shorter 6-KM south into Alexandria to the (3.7-mile) option and a longer 17-KM (10.5-mile) option. King St. station. Exit the Full walk trail is rated 1A (mostly flat with only one moderate hill if you station and walk away from choose to walk the full 17 KM). the tracks toward Old Town One IVV credit stamp. AT2013/95406 Alexandria. Walk east on This will be the WDCAVC's 198th international volksmarch. King St. for about 12 blocks to Columbus St., which is two blocks past Patrick St. and one block before Washington St. Turn LEFT to walk two blocks to Queen St. The library is on the far right corner.

You may also ride the free King Street trolley, which operates seven days a week from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM between the King St. Metro station and Enjoy views of , D.C. and while you stroll back and forth the riverfront. Buses across the Bridge. operate on roughly 15- minute intervals and stop only at designated stops.

This event is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV).

Sponsor: Washington DC Area Volksmarching Club (WDCAVC) IVV Credit: This event counts toward acquisition if IVV (AVA-021, MD-001) Achievement Awards. All participants of previous IVV events are

Sanctioned by: The American Volkssport Association (AVA) and reminded to bring both IVV books for this event. There is only one the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV). event credit for both trails. Participants may walk for distance credit without limit; but no more than 34 KM per start card. New Date: Saturday, September 21, 2013 Walker packets and IVV books will be available for $5.00 each.

Start/Finish: Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, Special Programs: Because of the large number and 717 Queen St., Alexandria VA 22314 inconsistent operation of special programs offered by the AVA and Hours: Register between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Finish trail by various clubs, this walk's organizers cannot be sure for which 4:00 PM. programs this walk might qualify. We suspect it qualifies for the following program: Celebrating Golden Cinemas. Because the Registration and Fees: There is no pre-registration for this satisfaction of walkers is our foremost desire, we will stamp any event. All participants must register at the start point and carry a special program book that a walker feels is appropriate for this start card. Participation is free. You may register to walk for an event. We urge special program organizers to also place the award from a previous WDCAVC event by paying $4.00 (includes highest-possible value on the satisfaction of walkers involved in IVV credit). For those who wish IVV credit only, the fee is $3.00. their programs. Eligibility: Everyone is welcome! This event is open to all

regardless of age, sex, creed, race, or nationality. Participants Conditions: • may walk, jog, or run. An adult must accompany all children Pets must be leashed and are not permitted inside the under 12 years of age. Start/Finish Point or other buildings along the trail. • Littering is not permitted. Trail Description: This walk will offer volksmarchers an • This event will be held in most weather conditions. opportunity to earn IVV credit by walking both ways across the • Carry water in case of extreme conditions. Woodrow Wilson Bridge. Those willing to walk the full 17-KM • There will be no refunds for those who decline to participate. (10.5-mile) "long trail" (the 11-KM primary trail with a 6-KM • With registration for this event, the participant accepts the optional addition) will also have the opportunity to explore the guidelines for AVA volkssport events and agrees to observe National Harbor development. The 6-KM (3.7-mile) trail will follow the principles of good sportsmanship. the riverfront of Old Town Alexandria to obtain fine views of the new bridge before returning directly to the Start/Finish Point. The Disclaimer: Every effort is being made to make this a safe, 11-KM (6.8-mile) trail will include the riverfront and allow walkers enjoyable and memorable event. The American Volkssport to walk to the Maryland gateway park and back across the Wilson Association, WDCAVC, and the Barrett Branch Library are not Bridge's wide, smooth walker/biker path. The 17-KM (10.5-mile) responsible for theft or loss of personal belongings or property. trail will allow walkers to continue into Maryland and explore the Information: Contact Sandra Cahill; 571-405-4808 National Harbor development. [email protected] All trails are rated 1+ because they use paved surfaces with only Website: http://www.ava.org/clubs/wdcavc/index.htm

moderate hills (with only one moderate hill on the 17-KM trail.) The trail may be difficult for wheelchairs but likely will be suitable WHAT'S A VOLKSMARCH? for strollers. Water and restrooms will be available at the A volksmarch is a non-competitive walk. You can walk alone, with family Start/Finish Point and at varied locations in Old Town Alexandria members or friends, or with folks you meet along the way. You can walk for free or pay a small amount to earn credits that provide tangible and National Harbor. They will not be available during the Wilson progress of your participation. If you want to combine fun, fitness, and Bridge crossing. fellowship, join us for one of these events!