Our events are also unique because, on completion, everyone is declared a winner!

Are the Dallas Trekkers the only ones doing this?

The Dallas Trekkers are affiliated with the Texas Volkssporting Association (TVA) under the American Volkssport Association (AVA), who are in turn under a much larger international organization, the International Federation of People's Sports (IVV). The word Volkssport comes from a German term that literally means "sport of the people."

Besides the Dallas Trekkers, there are more than 300 other volkssporting clubs in the United States who sponsor hundreds of events each year. Our events aren't just limited to walking either! The various clubs also sponsor swimming, bicycling and skiing events throughout the year. In some areas, Rollerblading is now a sanctioned event.

As a bonus, participants to Volkssporting events may enroll in an awards program by purchasing an Events Record and Distance books. Upon completion of milestones, the participant receives a certificate, pin and patch. You'll experience a great sense of pride as you complete each milestone knowing that you've reached your goal. At some events you may optionally receive a commemorative award for a small registration fee. It's surprising what an incentive it is to walk when there are small rewards at the end of the trail. It's like patting yourself on the back for "a job well done."

Continued participation earns awards for completion of 10, 30, and 50 events, and for every 25 events after that. Distance awards are earned for every 500 kilometers (approximately 310 miles completed). Because the Volkssporting program is international, if you happen to attend an event in a foreign country, you can accumulate credits there as well.

It's obvious, that as exercise, walking has health benefits. In addition, you'll find opportunities to travel and meet many friendly and interesting people from all areas of life. You'll see sights that you would normally miss zooming by in a car. Typically one of our walks leads the participants through pretty residential areas, parks, natural areas and historical sites.

No, but members of the Dallas Trekkers receive the club newsletter. It's packed with information about upcoming events, year round events, news, and meeting announcements not just for Dallas, but for the entire Metroplex and State of Texas! New members also receive their choice of one Dallas Trekkers club patch or a club pin free. Additional pins and patches may be purchased. And your club participation helps us to continue to sponsor great walking events all year long!

Do something for yourself and your family ---

Join The Dallas Trekkers Today!

How can you join the Dallas Trekkers? Simple.
Send your name and address and $10 to

Dallas Trekkers Membership Chairman
P.O. Box 743813
Dallas, TX 75374

Memberships are for single or family membership and include one club patch or pin (please specify which one).

For the Board

The Dallas Trekkers board meets every other month. Club members are not only welcome but encouraged to attend. Your views and opinions are important and may be voiced at the board meetings, however, you are not eligible to vote.

General Membership

We meet the 2nd Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 7:00 p.m. Check the Dallas Trekkers' Web site for locations.

For More Information on Volksmarching see: Frequently Asked Questions