AVA Future Special Programs
Notice to all participants: Most
programs allow the participants up to (12) twelve months starting from the
official end date to complete any Special Program.
Completed books are to be returned to the point of contact or club
hosting the program to receive recognition and award.books are to be returned to the point of contact or club
hosting the program to receive recognition and award.
Completed Book Redemption by Email
Instead of sending completed books for redemption via US Mail, nearly all Special Program sponsors also support book redemption by email where completed books are submitted by
1) scanning or talking pictures of all book pages (including the front page) into a PDF, JPG, or PNG file(s),
2) attaching the file(s) to an email, then
3) sending the email to the designated redemption email address.
The recogition and award will still be sent by US Mail.
Qualifying Events Link
At the bottom of each Special Program entry listed below a Qualifying Events Link is displayed. Clicking on the link lists the events that have been marked by AVA clubs as qualifying for that special program. On the displayed page, the listed events can be further filtered by State and/or event group/type. Clubs mark events as qualifying for a Special Program when at least one distance option has a qualifier. Typically event directions provide further information as to the Special Programs that qualify for a particular distance option.
Our appreciation goes to all Committee Members of the Special Programs for the hard work in implementing and maintaining the programs as well as the financial contributions made to AVA as a result of each of the Special Programs.
Craft Beer
Program runs January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2029. Redeem completed books by December 31, 2030. This program is intended to challenge participants to find breweries, taverns, tap rooms and restaurants - establishments that serve food and craft beers. Qualifiers are 12 (two "Six-Packs") AVA sanctioned events (YRE, seasonal or traditional) where the trail passes an establishment offering a craft beer. It is not necessary to go into the establishment or buy or drink a craft beer. Simply view a menu posted outside the establishment, signage on the building or the unique name of the establishment indicating they offer craft beers. Each IVV event stamp may only be used once a year. Make note of the establishment's name and type of craft beer if known (lager, dark/stouts, amber/red beer, IPA). Qualifying beers can be found at https://smlwalkingclub.org. The target (or estimated) cost of the book is $12. The award is a colorful bierdeckel (coaster) similar to the sample image above. Procurement of the coaster is ongoing, and the final design and cost are subject to change. Booklets can be ordered after November 1, 2026.
To purchase a Special Program booklet, send your name, mailing address, e-mail address, and a check for $12 made out to Smith Mountain Lake Walking Club (SMLWC) and mail to:
To redeem your completed Special Program books by US Mail, you may make a paper copy of the book and mail it to::
The paper copy will not be returned. A coaster similar to the one pictured above will be mailed to you.
POC Information:
Completed Book Redemption by Email is supported via the email,
.
For further details on redemption by email click HERE.
Qualifying Events Link: https://my.ava.org/find-an-event.php?sel_sp=BEER
For further details on the use of the above link click HERE.
Historic Places of Worship
Program runs January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2029. Redeem completed books by December 31, 2030. This program is intended to challenge participants to find historic Places of Worship (church, mission, synagogue, temple, mosque, etc.) at least 100 years old or has some historical significance. Also, historical structures which were once Places of Worship but are now used for some other purpose qualify (like a museum, library or school, etc.) Qualifiers are 24 different AVA sanctioned events (YRE or traditional) where the trail passes within sight of a historic Place of Worship. Only one use of the IVV stamp is allowed for each qualifier per book per year. If an event includes 2 or more historic Places of Worship, a stamp may be awarded for each qualifier provided the event is paid and walked at a separate time for each stamp. Make note of the historic Place of Worship's name and the date it was built, dedicated or the cornerstone laid if available. The cost of the book is $14. The patch is a brightly embroidered 4" circular patch depicting a stained-glass window. Booklets can be ordered after November 1, 2026.
To purchase a Special Program booklet, send your name, mailing address, e-mail address, and a check for $14 made out to Fredericksburg Walking Club (FWC) and mail to:
To redeem your completed Special Program books by US Mail, you may make a paper copy of the book and mail it to::
The paper copy will not be returned. A patch similar to the one pictured above will be mailed to you.
POC Information:
Completed Book Redemption by Email is supported via the email,
.
For further details on redemption by email click HERE.
Qualifying Events Link: https://my.ava.org/find-an-event.php?sel_sp=PRAY
For further details on the use of the above link click HERE.
Historic Route 66 - Celebrating 100 Years
Program runs January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2030. Redeem completed books by December 31, 2031. Any sanctioned YRE, seasonal or traditional event in the US located near the Route 66 path qualifies. For more information and pictures, visit our website at: https://AVAClubs.org/SunflowerSodStompers/Route66. One stamp per event per year. Each book must contain at least one stamp from each of the eight states that comprised Route 66 - IL, MO, KS, OK, TX, NM, AZ and CA. The Special Program Booklet contains room for 20 stamps with space below each stamp for memorable highlights regarding the event. The cost of the book is $12. The award is a colorful 3"x5" patch similar to the one pictured above. Booklets can be ordered after November 1, 2026.
To purchase a Special Program booklet, send your name, mailing address, e-mail address, and a check for $12 made out to Sunflower Sod Stompers and mail to:
To redeem your completed Special Program books by US Mail, you may make a paper copy of the book and mail it to::
The paper copy will not be returned. A patch similar to the one pictured above will be mailed to you.
POC Information:
Completed Book Redemption by Email is supported via the email,
.
For further details on redemption by email click HERE.
Qualifying Events Link: https://my.ava.org/find-an-event.php?sel_sp=RT66
For further details on the use of the above link click HERE.
Completed Book Redemption by Email
Instead of sending completed books for redemption via US Mail, nearly all Special Program sponsors also support book redemption by email where completed books are submitted by
1) scanning or talking pictures of all book pages (including the front page) into a PDF, JPG, or PNG file(s),
2) attaching the file(s) to an email, then
3) sending the email to the designated redemption email address.
The recogition and award will still be sent by US Mail.
Qualifying Events Link
At the bottom of each Special Program entry listed below a Qualifying Events Link is displayed. Clicking on the link lists the events that have been marked by AVA clubs as qualifying for that special program. On the displayed page, the listed events can be further filtered by State and/or event group/type. Clubs mark events as qualifying for a Special Program when at least one distance option has a qualifier. Typically event directions provide further information as to the Special Programs that qualify for a particular distance option.
Our appreciation goes to all Committee Members of the Special Programs for the hard work in implementing and maintaining the programs as well as the financial contributions made to AVA as a result of each of the Special Programs.
Craft BeerProgram runs January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2029. Redeem completed books by December 31, 2030. This program is intended to challenge participants to find breweries, taverns, tap rooms and restaurants - establishments that serve food and craft beers. Qualifiers are 12 (two "Six-Packs") AVA sanctioned events (YRE, seasonal or traditional) where the trail passes an establishment offering a craft beer. It is not necessary to go into the establishment or buy or drink a craft beer. Simply view a menu posted outside the establishment, signage on the building or the unique name of the establishment indicating they offer craft beers. Each IVV event stamp may only be used once a year. Make note of the establishment's name and type of craft beer if known (lager, dark/stouts, amber/red beer, IPA). Qualifying beers can be found at https://smlwalkingclub.org. The target (or estimated) cost of the book is $12. The award is a colorful bierdeckel (coaster) similar to the sample image above. Procurement of the coaster is ongoing, and the final design and cost are subject to change. Booklets can be ordered after November 1, 2026.
To purchase a Special Program booklet, send your name, mailing address, e-mail address, and a check for $12 made out to Smith Mountain Lake Walking Club (SMLWC) and mail to:
To redeem your completed Special Program books by US Mail, you may make a paper copy of the book and mail it to::
The paper copy will not be returned. A coaster similar to the one pictured above will be mailed to you.
POC Information:
Completed Book Redemption by Email is supported via the email,
.For further details on redemption by email click HERE.
Qualifying Events Link: https://my.ava.org/find-an-event.php?sel_sp=BEER
For further details on the use of the above link click HERE.
Historic Places of WorshipProgram runs January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2029. Redeem completed books by December 31, 2030. This program is intended to challenge participants to find historic Places of Worship (church, mission, synagogue, temple, mosque, etc.) at least 100 years old or has some historical significance. Also, historical structures which were once Places of Worship but are now used for some other purpose qualify (like a museum, library or school, etc.) Qualifiers are 24 different AVA sanctioned events (YRE or traditional) where the trail passes within sight of a historic Place of Worship. Only one use of the IVV stamp is allowed for each qualifier per book per year. If an event includes 2 or more historic Places of Worship, a stamp may be awarded for each qualifier provided the event is paid and walked at a separate time for each stamp. Make note of the historic Place of Worship's name and the date it was built, dedicated or the cornerstone laid if available. The cost of the book is $14. The patch is a brightly embroidered 4" circular patch depicting a stained-glass window. Booklets can be ordered after November 1, 2026.
To purchase a Special Program booklet, send your name, mailing address, e-mail address, and a check for $14 made out to Fredericksburg Walking Club (FWC) and mail to:
To redeem your completed Special Program books by US Mail, you may make a paper copy of the book and mail it to::
The paper copy will not be returned. A patch similar to the one pictured above will be mailed to you.
POC Information:
Completed Book Redemption by Email is supported via the email,
.For further details on redemption by email click HERE.
Qualifying Events Link: https://my.ava.org/find-an-event.php?sel_sp=PRAY
For further details on the use of the above link click HERE.
Historic Route 66 - Celebrating 100 YearsProgram runs January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2030. Redeem completed books by December 31, 2031. Any sanctioned YRE, seasonal or traditional event in the US located near the Route 66 path qualifies. For more information and pictures, visit our website at: https://AVAClubs.org/SunflowerSodStompers/Route66. One stamp per event per year. Each book must contain at least one stamp from each of the eight states that comprised Route 66 - IL, MO, KS, OK, TX, NM, AZ and CA. The Special Program Booklet contains room for 20 stamps with space below each stamp for memorable highlights regarding the event. The cost of the book is $12. The award is a colorful 3"x5" patch similar to the one pictured above. Booklets can be ordered after November 1, 2026.
To purchase a Special Program booklet, send your name, mailing address, e-mail address, and a check for $12 made out to Sunflower Sod Stompers and mail to:
To redeem your completed Special Program books by US Mail, you may make a paper copy of the book and mail it to::
The paper copy will not be returned. A patch similar to the one pictured above will be mailed to you.
POC Information:
Completed Book Redemption by Email is supported via the email,
.For further details on redemption by email click HERE.
Qualifying Events Link: https://my.ava.org/find-an-event.php?sel_sp=RT66
For further details on the use of the above link click HERE.