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The next regular BOK (Backwoods Orienteering Klub) event is at Umstead on December 7, 2008. The exact start location will be anounced later.

Everyone is welcome at our Regular events beginners through experts.

Everyone must carry a whistle while on the course.

Whistles are available for purchase ($1).

You can start between noon (sometimes earlier) and 2:00 p.m. You must finish by 3:00 p.m.

Entry fees are $5 (Free for members).

Finger sticks (SportIdent Cards) are required. You can rent one at the event for $5, or buy one for $37.

Loner compasses are available without charge if you need one.

A Free Beginner class starts at 12:30 p.m.

The next regular BOK (Backwoods Orienteering Klub) event is at Umstead on November 16, 2008. The start will be at Whispering Pines Camp on the I-40 side of the park. (Remember, park only on the right side of the entrance road or in the parking lot.)

Everyone is welcome at our Regular events beginners through experts.

Everyone must carry a whistle while on the course.

Whistles are available for purchase ($1).

You can start between noon (sometimes earlier) and 2:00 p.m. You must finish by 3:00 p.m.

Entry fees are $5 (Free for members).

Finger sticks (SportIdent Cards) are required. You can rent one at the event for $5, or buy one for $37.

Loner compasses are available without charge if you need one.

A Free Beginner class starts at 12:30 p.m.

So, I have been thinking about after race food options. Talking to Pat and Don, who really thought a Chargrill finish would be super cool, I decided on the following:

1. Bring your own food. The grill will be open for use and I have plates, cups, and condiments.
2. After the race run over to Chargrill, pick something up, and bring it back.
3. I'll have Chargrill Menus at check in, you can place an order and pay, and I'll arrange to have the food waiting on your return. If your late to the finish, it may be cold.

Looks like Sunday is shaping up to be a nice sunny Autumn Day, but with a nip in the air.

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I planned the course this weekend and I think you'll enjoy it. A couple changes:

- Each team will need a digital camera to verify going to a couple Control Points.

- One of the tunnels is pretty dark, so you may need a flashlight :o)

- I still could use 1 or 2 volunteers. So if you are interested, please email.

Hope to see you there!!!!!
Bob

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b]Gleneagles Semi-Urban Challenge, Part Deux

Please read the general Praxis information here:
http://adventureracing.meetup.com/17/messages/boards/thread/4097553#14504690
(TBARC members please try to remember to bring your membership number.)

To see how fun the last event was, check out the below links:
http://adventureracing.meetup.com/17/calendar/7170394/
http://adventureracing.meetup.com/17/photos/330565/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHMpPg3_Qig

Specifics
Format and Disciplines:
- The activities will include biking and running/orienteering with at least 1 special challenges! Sorry, no paddling this time. This will be a semi-rogaine format event with control point values weighted by proximity from the start/finish.

Start Location and Timing:
- This event will Start/Finish at 124 Covington Square Dr, Cary, NC . Google Map these coordinates 35.775934,-78.844768 and zoom way in on Hybrid mode.
- Registration / Map and Passport Distro will be from 8:00 to 8:30 AM! Brief at 8:30. We will start promptly at 9AM.
- There will be a 4 hour time limit.

Parking:
- There will be limited parking on the street near Bob's house. As much as possible, please carpool. Another option is a satellite parking lot at the Fresh Market, 3655 SW Cary Pkwy (Google Map 35.781857, -78.837762)

Cost: Free

Food and Beverages: Water and Gatorade provided. I'll light the grill up after the race, but please bring your own food. If interested, bring a zippier drink for the after party.

Gear:
- This is a 'bring your own gear' event - including bike, helmet, hydration pack, waterproof case for map / passport, compass, pen / pencil, first aid, bike repair kit, cell phone, nutrional items. You will be going through the start/finish at least once during the course, but plan to carry everything you might need with you.

Maps: provided and will be pre-plotted.

Team Size:
We prefer teams of 2, 3, or 4 of any gender mix (male, female, co-ed). Solo is an option. If you don't have a team, come on out and we will try to pair you up with another solo or team. Team Captain please send an email to Bob at bob.may@gmail.com with team name and names of team-mates.

Miscellaneous:
- In case of torrential rain, we will post-pone or require appropriate rain gear.
- Safety Notes - Participants will need to occasionally travel on side-walks adjacent to roads and cross a few major intersections. Obey traffic laws. No passage through residential/private properties.
- Special attention will need to be given while traveling in/around Bond Park. We are using public property and attempting to promote the sport of Adventure Racing. Please be respectful of the park system and non-racers that you might encounter.
- Feel free to invite others, but please try to RSVP so we are sure to have enough maps.
- If you are interested in volunteering, please contact me.

This is going to be a really great event and you'll have alot of fun, especially for our new members that are intrerested in seeing what Adventure Racing is all about. We'll even have some prizes and special awards. The best part.....It's FREE!!!!!