2021

The independent city of Emporia is located on Meherrin River. The city is small, but the walk will go by many historical buildings. Civil War buffs will learn about the "Apple Jack" Raid.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Find the Love in Emporia

Year Round Walk

SN: 116781 - 2021 / Y2554

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when is the event

The event is closed

From Tue, Jan 5th, 2021 to Dec 31st, 2021

Start box available: Start point open 6 am to 2 pm Mon thru Sat

where is the event

Emporia, Virginia

The address/location for the Physical Start Box (PSB) is as follows:

Logans Diner

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

Mayflower - 400th Anniversary Walk

Walking with America's Veterans

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Event comments

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conditions for the event

Rating: 1A, Distance: 5, 10km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Easy

Wheelchairs: Easy

Event information

Walk will be thru the city of Emporia. You will pass the "LOVE" sign that is on the patch for the Virginia Special LOVE program. Start point is closed on Sundays, as well as the normal holidays. They close one week in September which fluctuates. If you are planning on walking in September, call (434) 634-5512 to be sure they will be open. Walk qualifies for the LOVE special program, as well as for the Virginia Cities program.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

Driving to the start box

414 S Main St FROM THE EAST: Take US 58 West to Emporia. Turn left on Business 58 West for 1.5 miles. Turn left on North Main Street (US 301 Business South). Follow Main Street 0.8 miles. Logan's Diner is on the right just past the third traffic signal. FROM I-95 North or South, take exit 11A (US 58, Emporia, Norfolk). Turn right on US 58 East. Follow US 58 Business East to US 301 Business South. Turn right on US 301 Business South (Main Street) for 0.8 miles. Logan's Diner is on the right just past the third traffic signal.

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event sponsor

Virginia Vagabonds (AVA-0365)

point of contact

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