Below you will find critical
information concerning your Training Camp. READ
CAREFULLY. Once you understand all the information below, you can arrange
your travel plans and enter that information into your profile. If you have questions, do not hesitate to communicate
with us in the Admissions Department. We do request that as many of you that can, please
drive your own car to Training Camp. We will need extra transportation
during camp.
TRAINING DATES: July 24-Aug 1, 2010.
We
apologize for the multiple changes in camp dates. These dates are now confirmed
and are not expected to change again. Please feel free to book your travel for
these dates.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Training will take place in and near the greater Atlanta, GA area.
Arrival by flight – Saturday, July 24, before 4pm in Atlanta, GA.
ARRIVE before 4pm. AIM Staff will meet
you at the Atlanta Bread Company. Follow signs or ask
airport employees to direct you to the Atrium and we will be the big group with
oversized backpacks outside Atlanta Bread Company. We’ll also have on
World Race t-shirts.
The AIM bus will leave the airport to camp
promptly at 6pm. There is no cost to you for this
shuttle.
Remember, air transportation often
includes delays, therefore plan ahead for the unexpected and allow ample time
between gate arrival, baggage claim and transportation pickup. You can expect it to take one hour from the time your plane arrives
to the time you are ready to leave. Therefore, be sure your flight
arrives BEFORE 4pm.
We understand that travel
to and from training camp can often meet with hiccups along the way. If
anything concerning your travel changes, please have these phone numbers handy
to let us know.
·
Adventures in Missions Office Line – 770-983-1060 x 233 or ask for Laura Jacobs
Also please make sure that your profile page includes the
phone number where we can reach you during your travel.
We realize that flight schedules are
not always ideal. Plan on arriving earlier rather than later.
Check out kayak.com for a great airline
search engine. Do not hesitate to ask for directions and help from any airport
employees. This will become a vital part of your World Race travel experience!
Arrival by car – Saturday, July 24, 6pm, White, GA
ARRIVE between 6pm and 7pm. Please do not come before that as staff may not be
available to welcome and direct you.
Driving in North Georgia
can be more complicated than you would expect. We recommend you search Google
Maps for directions or have a GPS system with you.
Your
arrival location should be :
Cherokee
Retreat Center
370 Wilderness Camp Rd.
White, GA 30184
While this is not our address,
it is the location for your training camp. Be prepared for winding mountain
roads and pay attention to roads that change names. If you need further
directions or you get lost, please be sure you have our phone numbers handy. Also,
please make sure your profile page includes a number where we may contact you
during your travels.
Departure by flight – August 1 after 2pm
You can book your flight to leave any
time after 2pm. We will shuttle you back to the
airport in time to make a 2pm flight.
Departure by car – August 1 after 12pm
If you are driving, you may leave as soon as camp has been cleaned. Most often,
squad-mates will drive other squad-mates to the airport after camp. If you are
driving, we would appreciate your cooperation in this.
Lodging and meals are provided
Cost – The cost of camp is covered in your raised support. Your support
account must have a total $1000 before coming to Training Camp. Your
lodging and meals on site are included in the cost of training.
