Rev3 Adventure Local Team Update

[Rory Welch]

Team,

I hope your summer is off to a great start.  Sorry I've been incommunicado for the past couple of months.  I had my head down, focused on taking care of the myriad tasks for my retirement from the Air Force, and on looking for a new job for my next career.  All that is behind me now, so I want to update you on several things.

First, I want to wish good luck to Jesse, Travis, Chris, and Trish as they represent Rev3 Adventure next week at the Cowboy Tough expedition race in WY.

Second, I want to welcome two new members to our local team - Sarah Goldman and Danielle Grigsby.  Sarah and Danielle joined the team in May.  We are looking forward to having them join in on the fun in some upcoming races.

Speaking of races, I want to remind you of some mid-Atlantic AR events scheduled over the next few months.  They are great opportunities to represent Rev3 Adventure and have some fun at the same time.  It would be great if we could field at least one Rev3 squad at most, if not all, of these races.  Please let me know which races you would like to do, and if you have any preference on who you want to race with.

19 Jul:  Odyssey Blue Ridge Fix AR, Buchanan, VA (6 hrs) *** Must register by 11 Jul ***

http://www.oarevents.com/events/2014/Odyssey_Blue_Ridge_Bear_FIX_2014.shtml

19-20 Jul:   Odyssey Blue Ridge Bear Epic AR, Buchanan, VA (24 hrs) *** Must register by 11 Jul ***

http://www.oarevents.com/events/2014/Odyssey_Blue_Ridge_Bear_Epic_2014.shtml

2 Aug:  GOALS Krista Griesacker Memorial AR, Hamburg, PA (12 hrs)

http://goalsara.org/races/krista-griesacker-memorial-ar/

10 Aug:  Calleva 2014 AR, Poolesville, MD (10 hrs)

http://callevarace.blogspot.com

16-17 Aug:  American Adventure Sports Lionheart AR, Ohiopyle, PA (24 hrs)

http://www.americanadventuresports.com/events/lionheart-adventure-race-8-16-14-pg64.htm

1 Nov:  Adventure Addicts Adrenaline Rush, Chesterfield, VA (6 or 12 hrs)

http://www.adventureaddictsracing.com/events/adrenaline-rush/

2 Nov:  Rev3 Frozen Foot Challenge, Willowsford, VA (4-6 hrs) *** Need max participation by Rev3 Team members ***

http://www.rev3adventure.com/race/frozen-foot-challenge/

Let me know if you have any questions or concerns.  Cheers!

Rory Welch

571-383-7504

[Rory Welch]

Here is one more race to add to the list:

6 Sep:  Deep Creek Black Bear AR, McHenry, MD (12 hrs)

http://www.deepcreekadventureracing.com/#!black-bear-adventure-race/c1k8g

It's also worth noting the following races are regional qualifiers for the 30-hr USARA National Championship race on 3-4 Oct:

Odyssey Blue Ridge Bear Epic AR

GOALS Krista Griesacker Memorial AR

Calleva 2014 AR

American Adventure Sports Lionheart AR

Refer to this link about USARA nationals and how to qualify:  http://www.usaranationals.com/home.aspx

Rory

[Matt Bange]

I plan on doing the moxie and Adventure Addicts at the minimum
Matt

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[Travis Siehndel]

I'll still be catching up on sleep - and recharging my race entry $$ account - so I'm probably unable to do the qualifier. But if anyone does qualify and would want to add me to your team roster, I'd love to race. Either way, it would be great to get a team out there since it's so close. There's also a category for all military teams... 

I'd also be interested in doing the 12-hour race in September. I love spending time at deep creek lake and so does my wife which makes these races a winning combo for marital bliss. 

As an aside, there's a show on Esquire Network called Boundless. Tonight's episode is on at 10 and features the guys racing in the Costa Rica world champs race last year. It was a ridiculously difficult race so it should be a  fun episode to watch. 

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The Moxie was cancelled.

[dennis]

I'd like to do a few of these races, just have to check my schedule. Are there any training run/ride/treks planed for the rest of the summer?

Thanks

Dennis 

 

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[Ben Kunze]

I'm hanging low this July but am interested in all three races in August, but only have resources to compete in two at most-- I'm thinking maybe the Krista Griesacker and/or the Calleva 12 hr.?

In September, I'm interested in the Black Bear.  I am really hopefully about attending the USARA nationals in October--we are lucky to have this so close!

As the year winds down, I'll likely make it to one of the Fall Foliage events, and definitely plan on making the frozen foot.

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[Scott Johnson]

All

I am planning to ride Saturday morning. As of now, I plan to hit Fountainhead to ride as it opens. 

Sunday morning I will be running the Battlefield. This will be 0630 start from the Mathew Hill lot on 234 north of 29. Pace will be conversational. 

Anyone want to join me? 

Scott

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[Ben Kunze]

I'm out of town and won't be able to make it.  Hopefully next time

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[dennis]

I might join you for one or two days. Let me check the schedule. 

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[Matt Bange]

Hitting the beach on Sunday but I hope to come on Saturday morning
Matt

[Scott Johnson]

All

I plan to get to Fountainhead at 0800 tomorrow. 

Sunday I will be starting at 0630. 

Let me know if you plan to join me. 

Cheers! 

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[dennis]

I will be out there, so wait for me!

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[Ben Kunze]

Is anyone interested in forming a team for the Calleva 10 hr. Race?

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[Scott Johnson]

Bad weekend for me. Will be on vacation. 

I am thinking of pulling together another Shenandoah training day or weekend the following week. 

Anyone available and interested in playing in the woods 16AUG? 

Cheers

Scott 
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[Matt Bange]

I am going to find out if I can make it

[Jared Goff]

Ben, any bites on this??

[dennis]

I'm interested but have to check the schedule.

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[Ben Kunze]

I need to double check schedule but I would like to make it out. 

I've also been thinking about organizing a mock adventure race in Berkeley Springs, wv (cacapon state park).  

If any of the team would be interested, let me know and we could pick a date that would work best for everyone.

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[Travis Siehndel]

I'm in recovery mode for a bit so out for calleva. But I'm very interested in black bear in September and potentially the champs race in October. Will be back in action soon. 

If the august 16 training weekend happens I'm in as long as I'm free from work. 

Cowboy Tough was a lot of fun. I can't encourage everyone enough to try it next year. Thanks to everyone who helped out with gear and trainjng to get us there. Hopefully we'll get together soon for the full download if you want it. 

Cheers,

Travis 

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[mi...@rev3adventure.com]

I'd like to host a mini Adventure Race at Fountainhead for the team on Saturday August 2nd at Fountainhead.  The race\training session will start at 9:00AM and end at noon and we'll have a cookout.  Everyone will race in teams of two and we'll change teams at every transition.  I'll bring a few paddle boards for a water challenge and a few cases of Gatorade and powerbar for everyone to restock.  Let me know if you can make the event and pass the word to anyone I've missed.

Michael Spiller
REV3Adventure
Director of Operations
www.rev3adventure.com

[Chris Meewes]

I am in

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To: dennis
Cc: Scott Johnson; Matt Bange; Rory Welch; rev3adve...@googlegroups.com; Ben Kunze; Douglas Johnson
Subject: Re: Training Saturday and Sunday Morning

[Travis Siehndel]

IN. 

Travis 

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[Matt Bange]

I am in!

[Chris Dobroth]

Mary and I will be there!

[David Ashley]

In. Thanks Mike. 

[DUSTINE REPPUHN]

FYI, for those that may be interested in doing the night O national champs, FH has been embargoed.  The meet  is being held this year at FH in Nov.  this would mean, doing a practice nav out there is against the rules.  Just saying.

i’ll be there.  yes it will be cheating on my part.  i don’t plan on winning squat at nationals, so that’s how i justify it.  

Also this sunday ex2 has a race at FH.  i’m thinking of going.  Anyone want to meet out there for the race?

Dusty

[Scott Johnson]

I'm in. 

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[DUSTINE REPPUHN]

After writing my last email, i felt dirty.  I guess I really don’t want to break the rules.  Any way we can change the location to Prince William Forest?  otherwise I will be there on the 2nd, i’ll just MTB while you guys do the O thing.

Dusty

[David Ashley]

Good point about the embargo. Mike, possible to move the location?

[Mike Spiller]

We will just do a run, bike, paddle at FH. The highlight is really the new mtb course. 

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[Ben Kunze]

I'm psyched.

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[David Ashley]

Checked with Greg Lennon, local member of OUSA. Even MTB riding violates the embargo. However you can still compete in the night orienteering event, you just won't be official (not eligible for awards or ranking points). 

Since I have already ridden fountainhead and was not in contention for winning a national orienteering meet, I do not have any concerns with MTB and foot O at fountainhead. 

Kind of a silly rule that riding the MTB course breaks the embargo, right?

~Dash

[Matt Bange]

Going up to GW to get the final two points from the epic tonight if anyone wants to join me.  I should be up there around 9-10pm.

Matt B

[dennis]

I'm in!

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[Jared Goff]

I am also interested in the 8/2 AR. I just need to secure a MTB and the specifics.

[Travis Siehndel]

Hi gang,

Are we on tomorrow regardless of rainfall? I know FH is particular about their trails. 

Travis 

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[mi...@rev3adventure.com]

If it rains tonight or tomorrow and the MTB course is closed we'll reschedule for another weekend.

[Ben Kunze]

Hope we don't get rained out!  If you guys hear of Fountainhead getting rain, please keep me in the loop.  

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[Scott Johnson]

Hey Ben - like them or the fountainhead project on Facebook and they push alerts when the trail is closed. 

Cheers 

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[David Ashley]

Canceling tomorrow's FH event. Mike and I will announce a make up date in the future.  Looks too much like rain at this point. 

~Dash

[welch...@gmail.com]

Hoping I can make it then.

[DUSTINE REPPUHN]

really bummed out.  i only get 1 Sat off a month.  maybe for the reschedule we can pick a Sunday

Dusty

[dennis]

Dose anyone still want to ride and/or run at Laurel Hill tomorrow morning?

Dennis 

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[David Ashley]

Headed to Rosaryville park for an informal score o meet. QOC is running it. Show at 0930, Mass start at 1000, 90 min cap. Foot or bike. Let me know of you are in so they have enough maps. 

[David Ashley]

Details on QOC

Hello David,

I have about 8 extra foot orienteering maps available for tomorrow and a couple of bike maps, if the trails stay open.

Here is the info I sent out:

We are expecting a small, but, surely enthusiastic group tomorrow morning at Rosaryville.

Directions:
From I-495 exit 11A, head east on Rt 4 (Penn. Ave) for 3 miles. Turn right on Woodyard Rd/MD-223, then quickly move left to turn left on Marlboro Pike. After 2.8 miles, turn right on Crain Hwy/Rt-301 S, then take the first right on W. Marlton Ave into the Park.  Meet at the Perimeter Trail Parking area.  This is the first right turn, the one closest to the Eskew Memorial.
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/pdfs/rosaryville_map.pdf

Cost:
If you don't have a MD state park pass, there is an honor system box, so please pay on your way into the park.  Exact change of $3 for MD and $4 for VA vehicles.

Plus, there is a suggested donation of $5 for the map.  All money goes to the USA Orienteering Team fund.

Water:
There will be no water out, so plan to carry your own, if you think you'll need it.

Course Notes:
Cyclists must stay on trails or fields.  Those on foot can go anywhere, though, a reminder, it is summer in Washington, so the green on the map tends to run towards nasty.  And, if the prickers don't get you, then expect lots of spider webs in your face.  At minimum, lower leg coverings are suggested, especially if you think you will be venturing off trail.

The spider webs may apply to the trails as well.  The smaller trails are a little overgrown with grass and such, so you will need to pay attention as you navigate the rabbit warren that is south of the road, otherwise you may blow right by the trail you are looking for.  Keep an eye out for the random snake sauntering down the trail.

Sounds like fun, eh?!  ;-)

Time:
Start times are 9:30-10, and the course closes at 11:30.  If I haven't frightened you off, then Amy and I look forward to seeing you in the morning, rain or shine.

Valerie

Valerie

[David Ashley]

Rev3 Racers,

Just a reminder that we'll be joining the Odyssey training session this Tuesday night at Wakefield park, 7pm in the rec center parking lot near the recycling dumpsters.  Shane and the guys from Odyssey usually go out for a beer following the MTB ride, and sometimes they trail run on top of riding.

Right now the weather looks bad, but it could change.  If if rains we'll push to next Tuesday.

Also, this Sunday I plan to host a training session at Lake Accotink.  Time is TBD based on who wants to attend, my day is completely open.  Planning on bike/run/bike with a possible paddle thrown in.  Let me know if you are considering attending, or are a firm "out".

Roll on!

~Dash

Cell 402-881-5433

Address:  2801 North Jefferson Street, Arlington VA 22207

ashley...@hotmail.com

[dennis]

I'm in for both Tuesday and Sunday.

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[Scott Johnson]

I am on vacation and out for both. 

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On Aug 10, 2014, at 9:52 PM, David Ashley <ashley...@hotmail.com> wrote:

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[Travis Siehndel]

Hoping we don't get rained out, I'm in for tomorrow at Wakefield.

I'm still trying to get out of a visit to my in-laws this weekend but I'm losing the battle. If I'm in town, I'm in for Accotink. (For the record, my in-laws are great. I just really would rather play outside).

-Travis

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[David Ashley]

Team, we are still on for tonight despite the rain. Trail running only, then drinks at Kilroys following. See you at 7 by the Wakefield Rec center parking lot recycling bins. Recommend a change of dry clothes in case the rain gets us. 

Sounds like Dennis, Britt and Dusty are in at last count. 

Call/text me if you need to: 402-881-5433. 

~Dash

[dennis]

I'm out for tonight, won't be able to get there in time. Stay dry and have fun, see you guy at the next one.

Dennis

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