Volkssporting started in Germany and, simply defined, is a personal fitness sports and recreation program offering noncompetitive walks, hikes, bike rides, swims, and in some regions cross-country skiing. Walking – also called “volksmarching” – is the most popular of all the volkssporting activities. Volkssporting in the United States is sponsored by the American Volkssport Association (AVA) which has a nationwide, grassroots network of about 300 active clubs presenting more than 3,000 volkssporting events each year. American Volkssport Association walks emphasize the connection with nature. Instead of dull slogs through industrial zones, the best events lead Volksmarchers into the finest examples of nature our country can offer. Days out on the trail with family and friends make everyone feel they are part of something special. Registration maps for a Lindsborg volksmarch can be picked up at White's Foodliner and is sponsored by the Topeka AVA club called Sunflower Sod Stompers. Visit the Sunflower Sod Stomper club event page for more information.
