Hello Racers!
After much anticipation, we have set the dates for your training session!
Below you will find critical information concerning both your training schedule and your flight schedule. READ CAREFULLY, then respond back to [email protected] with the required information concerning your travel plans. The end date of training is still being discussed. We will have more information to you soon.
IGNITION TRAINING: September 1, 2007
September 1, 2007
This training is
mandatory for everyone. You will be attending
Ignition training along with some of the September 2007 team.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Training will take place in Gainesville, Georgia. Gainesville is approximately 1.5 hours north of Atlanta.
Flying into Atlanta airport (ATL)
Ignition Training – ARRIVE September 1
before 1:00 PM
The AIM bus will leave the airport promptly at 2:00 PM. There is no cost to you for this shuttle.
Remember, Atlanta is the busiest airport in the US, therefore plan ahead for unexpected delays and allow ample time between gate arrival, baggage claim and transportation pickup.
We realize that flight schedules are not always ideal. Plan on arriving earlier rather than later.
Driving to Gainesville, GA
Ignition Training – ARRIVE September 1 before 4:00 PM
You can e-mail us for exact directions if you are driving in.
LODGING/MEALS
The cost of camp is covered in your raised support. Your support account must have a total $500 by August 15. If you do not have $500 by August 15, you must pay $300 (the cost of camp) upon arrival, in addition to your $150 deposit.
Your lodging and meals on site are included in the cost of training. To bond with your team, two team meals are off-site. $20 personal money should cover the cost of both off-site meals.
Accommodations: Primitive. Be prepared for outdoor showers and toilets. Also, be sure you are prepared for any weather – hot afternoons, cold nights, rain, sleet, snow – ANYTHING! You will be properly equipped if you follow your WR packing list. Be sure you have these items:
- All sleeping stuff including a sleeping bag
- A tent if you have one … coordinate via comments on this blog to be sure there will be enough
- i.e. “I have a tent that can sleep 3 people” Remember your tent must hold people AND luggage.
- Clothes for the whole time (1 semi casual outfit)…mostly outdoor activities. Dress code of AIM applies.
- Water bottle
- Plate and cutlery. Mug if you want hot drinks.
- Towel and shower stuff
- Mosquito Spray
- Flashlight or headlamp (to find your tent in the dark!)
