10k Volksmarch around Mascoutah

I went Volksmarching today with members of the Illinois Trekkers Volkssport Club. I participated in a 10k walk today around the city of Mascoutah, Illinois. My first march was in 1990. I go on Volksmarch walks whenever and where ever I have had the opportunity. It's a lot of fun and you meet lots of people every time you go. The events are free but in order to document the walk there is a fee of $3.00 and if you want the pin or patch that they offer at each walk those are $3.00 as well. The last time I went on a Volksmarch was while I was stationed at Offutt. So, it was good to get out and enjoy a full day outside. I was talking to a few walkers at a check point and told them of the time I took a wrong turn while walking in Germany in '96 and ended up walking 40k instead of 20k. I got credit for walking it so I was glad for that! If anyone is interested in going with me next time give me a call or reply to this blog. I plan on going again in July. This time it's being held in Belleville, Illinois.