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October 1-2, 2011

FT Belvoir, Alexandria, Virginia

 

Cohosted by Fort Belvoir MWR

Site under construction

 

Start Point: Adjacent to the Fest grounds, Fremont Field, Off US Rt1 (Richmond Highway), Ft Belvoir, Alexandria, VA
Start Times: Register and start walking between 10am and 2pm both days. Finish by 5pm.
Distances/Trails:

The trail route takes you through Ft. Belvoir along sidewalks and post roads on Ft Belvoir's North Post and past a cemetery. There will be a 5K option also. The course is largely flat with some hills. The slopes on the hills are not steep. The trail is rated 2 due to hills. Weather conditions should have little effect on the trail rating. Trail is unsuitable for wheelchairs. The trail can accomodate strollers and wagons; however they may require portaging over road curbs. Wear comfortable attire, a hat, and appropriate footwear. Please bring extra water, sunglasses, sunscreen.

Award: The award for this event will be a colorful 4" diameter patch depicting an accordionist and Charging Charlie playing the alto horn celebrating Octoberfest (shown above). Awards from previous NVV events will also be available for an appropriate fee.
Fees: There is no charge to participate in these events. Pre-registration for the event award and IVV credit received by September 18 is $ 6. Registration for the award and credit at the event is $7. The fee for IVV credit only is $3.
Pre-registration: The pre-registration deadline is September 18, 2010. Fees cannot be refunded for those who pre-register and do not walk.
Stipulations: Pets must be under control at all times and must be picked up after. Pets are not allowed on the fest area. Everyone is welcome. Smoking is prohibited. Participants may walk, jog, or run. An adult must accompany children under 12. Restrooms and water will be available at the start point and at the checkpoint. Food and drink can be purchased at the fest grounds.
Contact Info: Bob McLean 703-455-1878,contact email or Kristin Mayer 703-805-1143 contact email
Directions:

From every direction, take I-95 to the Newington/Ft. Belvoir Exit (166A). Turn right onto Backlick Road, which turns into Fairfax County Parkway (RT 7100). Continue east on Rt 7100 to Route 1. Turn left onto Route 1. Turn right on Pohick Road (1st traffic light) and enter Fort Belvoir via the Tulley Gate.

From the north and west. you can also take the Washington Beltway to Exit 177, Route 1. Continue for about 8 miles until you see the Tulley Gate on your left; Burger King is on your right.

Follow Octoberfest signs to parking