Are You Ready for Training Camp?
I know that you all are just as excited as we are, and in the midst of your excitement, and stressing about packing, and freaking out about teams, and hoping you get to the airport on time or praying that your car doesn’t get a flat tire……you might forget some details….
Travel Recap & Emergency Contact Info
IF YOU ARE DRIVING:
Drive to….
Adventures in Missions
6000 Wellspring Trail
Gainesville, GA 30506
You need to ARRIVE between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM ONLY.
If you have a set back (or get lost) during your drive and will be arriving late, call this number: 770-765-1726 and speak with Beth Crenshaw.
IF YOU ARE FLYING:
When your flight arrives, grab your pack from baggage claim, and then make your way to the lower level of the DOMESTIC TERMINAL, by the Lower North 2 (LN2) doors. An Adventures staff person will be there in the early afternoon to greet you.
Directions to Lower North 2 (LN2) doors:
Domestic flights – follow signs to baggage claim. (You will have to get on the train to get to baggage claim.)
Once you have your bags, you will need to go to the N2 doors located on the non-Delta side of the airport (it should be the blue side).
There will be an elevator and escalator between the N2 and N3 doors to take you down to the Lower North 2 doors.
Congrats, you made it!
International flights – You will need to catch the free shuttle to the Domestic Terminal located outside of baggage claim.
Once at the Domestic Terminal, you will need to go to the N2 doors located on the non-Delta side of the airport (it should be the blue side).
There will be an elevator and escalator between the N2 and N3 doors to take you down to the Lower North 2 doors.
Congrats, you made it!
**The final shuttle will leave promptly at 3:00 PM!!**
If your flight gets cancelled or delayed, call this number: 770-765-1726 and speak with Beth Crenshaw.
If you have a medical emergency, call 911.
For Training Camp related emergencies,
Call Beth Crenshaw at 770-765-1726
Do NOT call Beth if:
you lost your cell phone
you ran out of toothpaste
you forgot your stuffed mongoose at home
you drank too much coffee and can’t fall asleep
you dropped your pocket
you are being attacked by a squirrel
you smell something funny in your car
you see dead people
you find out that Starbucks is going out of business
(actually….do call for that – it’s an emergency)
Dress Code
A few weeks ago, we posted a blog about the Training Camp dress code. If you need a little refresher, here it is again.
The dress code is not a suggestion. You will be expected to adhere to it at all times in preparation for what is expected on the field. Check the list, check it twice, and pack accordingly!
The general training camp packing list can be found here.
WR Swag and Goodies
Don’t forget! There will be WR swag for sale at camp that you don’t want to miss!
Also – for the first time at training camp, there is going to be a concession stand! These proceeds will go towards the adoption for a couple in our local community! Bring cash or credit cards (preferably cash) for treats throughout the week!
Travel Plans
In the past, we have seen a number of racers change their end-of-camp departure plans before the last day, which leads to wasted time and resources. Our dedicated training staff plans and pays for adequate transportation for those who request it. Please be a man or woman of your word and stick to your original plans.
Food Allergies & Preferences
While we understand that our bodies are built differently, the reality of the mission field is that you will rarely have much control over what is available for you to eat. You will be served a variety of dishes overseas, and unless you have a serious food allergy, declining to eat a dish can be seen as offensive.
If you have a food allergy or intolerance listed on your Medical tab, we will make accommodations for you at training camp. However, food is ordered weeks in advance, and if you do not inform us of these needs in advance, you will be expected to eat the food served, or make do.
If you are vegetarian: While not all main dishes will involve meat, several will. In these cases we will NOT serve separate vegetarian meals, as food preferences will not be accommodated. Just like on the race, you will need to make do with what is served.
About Me section on Blog
Make sure your About Me section is filled out on your blog by the time you come to registration. If it is not completed, be prepared to do so at registration!
*IMPORTANT!*
Beginning June 1st, you will be fully responsible for any costs incurred on your behalf for your trip. These costs include plane tickets, training camp expenses and other set up costs. This means that, if for any reason, you do not launch with your squad, you will be financially responsible for these costs.
See you soon!!
