Special Programs - Volkssport Association of Alberta

Special programs are a very important part of Volkssport. They are fun to participate in and very motivating to complete. There are Alberta specific programs, Canadian and even International. A summary is outlined below.

VAA program booklets available by contacting:
Volkssport Association of Alberta
Box 131, 3-11 Bellerose Drive
St. Albert, AB T8N 5C9
Or ask at a walk to see if they have any available.

ALBERTA SPECIAL PROGRAMS

WALK ALBERTA – VAA, open and ongoing, free. Supports the VAA program for walking with Volkssport Clubs throughout Alberta. All locations listed in your card need to be completed to receive certificate, unless walk has been discontinued. For program cards contact your Alberta Club President or VAA President. (For more details see FAQ tab on this website).

ALBERTA CHALLENGE – VAA, open and ongoing, free. Four levels of achievement with certificate awarded for each. Only PTs and Seasonal walks in Alberta qualify. For program cards, contact your Alberta Club President, or VAA President. (For more details see FAQ tab on this website).

RIVER AND RAVINE – VAA, annual, free. Three levels of certificate are awarded. Twelve designated walks in the Edmonton area, focused around a scenic river or ravine. Program cards are available free at any of the first few designated walks.

CVF SPECIAL WALKING PROGRAMS

CVF has a number of Special Walking Programs which encourage you to explore some of the scenic wonders of Canada. (Not all programs are noted on this website.)

Full details are available on the CVF website under Awards and Programs, www.walks.ca

Some programs are registered and paid for ahead of time, while others you pay upon completion. Links to forms are on their website. Participants receive certificates and mention in Volkssport Canada in recognition of their achievements.

Abbreviations used on this website:

APP = Art in Public Places
CC = Capital City
M = Murals
RT = Rails to Trails

BW = Boardwalk
FC = Walk in the Footsteps of Famous Canadians
MW = Moving Water
TW = Time to Walk