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Team Homebodies
Wins SMAC AR08 Sam Grebe &
In typical SMAC fashion this years event proved to be
technically challenging. The course design which took advantage of the environmentally
unique topography of the Huron River basin provided the competitors ample
navigation and tactical opportunities. Although most of the field completed
the first five stages in less than 6 hours it was evident that the top teams
took full advantage of the race format out pacing the rest of the field in
the last stage of the race. This years race turned out to be the one of closest
finishes that we have had in years with top eight teams all finishing within
minutes of one another and with only a few controls separating them. Longtime
members Brian Zybura and Samuel Stephenson of team BS turned in a solid
performance collecting 23 controls in the final stage but missed the cut off
by 0:03:13. The female division also proved to be close with Pam
Bower and Susan Douglas of team Bad Lasses winning the division with 9
controls but the real race was between 2nd and 3rd
place teams with the Trail Seekers edging out the Mud Dogs by one control. With eighteen male teams vying for the win over a 10
hour period it all came down to a difference of 0:10:08 separating Joe Shorb
and Matt Pashby of team Imperdido from team Grinders and the Great Debacle
all collecting 17 controls Each of the race winners will receive one of the
coveted SMAC race jackets – an organization hallmark going back to our first
club race in 2000. These custom jackets will include the teams names and race
graphics. I hope that that this year race experience was
rewarding for all the competitors and volunteers and that you all will find
what you are looking for in what we think is the ultimate sport. Paul Piorkowski Race Director SMAC AR08 THE DISCIPLINES: Canoeing Mountain Biking Fixed Ropes Orienteering and
*Special Events* RACE CUTOFF: 10:00 TEAMS: 2 person (coed male female) LOCATION: Start/Finish at Proud Lake Recreation Area
Kensington Metropark
& Milford Trail
(Hubbell Pond Park) RACE
PICTURES: Picture and Video
Gallery LOST
& FOUND CONTACT: paul@smacworld.com FINAL
RESULTS & BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Race Archive |
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NEWS |
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09AR Exploratory
Committee |
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by SMAC August 10, 2008 The club is
looking for members who would like to be involved in the exploratory
committee for the 2009 July AR. The participants will help determine the location,
length of event, and the fundamental aspects of the July race. If you are
planning on taking part in the clubs July race please note that in your
response so that your involvement will limited to information that will not
give you an advantage in the event. If you are interested in being part of
the core team that will set the stage for the next July please contact Paul. |
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Winning Race Routes
Are Updated |
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by SMAC August 10, 2008 We have updated
the Winning Race Routes page within the Navigation section of the clubs
website. The Winning Race Routes page
contains course notes from past race winners and detailed maps that depict
the winning route that was used. The races represent past club events as well
as some others races in which our members have competed. If you have a
route/navigation based story that you have used and would like to share with
the membership please e-mail Paul. |
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Membership Database
& Signup Are Updated |
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by SMAC August 2 2008 Our membership
database has undergone a major revision which allows the same login and
password for the Membership Forum SMACGear and Race Sign Up. The
new system will utilize one Membership Administration
Interface where the members can edit their information. The
members USER name will be their first_last name; initially the PASSWORD will
be the e-mail address that was provided to the club. User name is not
editable but the password can be edited at the Membership Administration
Interface. Password retrieval can be retrieved by e-mailing Paul.
The Membership Privacy Policy
remains the same. We have included safeguards that will keep your information
secure. |
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SMAC Race Shirts
Are Now Available |
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by SMAC August 2 2008 If you took part
in the SMAC AR08 you received one of the new club race shirts. The shirts
were especially made for our club and include the design details that are appreciated
for training or competition. The shirts feature a zippered front and seams
that lay flat to minimize chaffing and are made from super soft birds eye
polyester to ensure good wicking and breathability. The shirts detail is the
simple club logo graphics. We are offering them to our members at cost plus
shipping and they are available in the SMAC Gear section of the clubs
website. Check it out. |
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Race Archive Is Up
To Date |
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by SMAC August 2 2008 The clubs race archive
is now up to date. Including links to the pre and post race information as
well media links. In addition many of the races include links to post race
event reviews. |
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SMAC AR Featured In
Local Media |
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July 14 2008 Adventure Racing Feature Last Updated: Jul 8th
2008 - 10:49:35
Posted by Seth Gordon July 10 2008 13:36PM |
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Michigan Artist
Creates 08 SMAC AR Logo |
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July 14 2008 Local Michigan
artist Chris Sandon has been commissioned to produce the race logo and poster
for the 2008 SMAC AR. Chris is best known for his unique acclaimed work
called CAT which has been shown in NY as well as Chicago. His logo will be
used on the race t-shirts as well as the commemorative race patch that each
race finisher receives. Click on the below links to view other work form
Chris. |
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SMAC Racers Search
For Invasive Plant Species |
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August 2 2008 How Did It
Work: As promised in the race promo
SMAC included a mystery event into the competition which was optional but
when completed provided an extra point which was then applied to the teams
overall score. This year samples of 3 invasive species were provided with
help from the DNR with information on how to identify them. Racers were
provided with plastic bags complements of Hammer with instructions to stuff
it full with any invasive species of their choosing and return with it to the
finish area for an extra point. Many but not all of the teams participated in
this Stage 6 event with a picture of the outcome posted here. Many of the
leading teams were neck-in-neck in the point totals and the difference of
that one point would have put them a position ahead possibly even a winning
spot for a few. Many thanks to those who took the initiative to do a little
for Proud Lake too. Invasive
species harvested (roots required) included garlic mustard white sweet clover
and spotted knapweed |
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Friends of Proud
Lake |
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by Wendy Wawrzyniak Parks & Recreation Ranger A Proud 4/23/08 A Friends Group
is a volunteer organization established to assist the Michigan Department of
Natural Resources in preserving and protecting the natural cultural and
historical features of the Park. The Friends also aid in providing
educational and recreational opportunities for Park visitors. The Friends
Group is a compilation of visitors and user groups - not one person. There
has been misinformation recently distributed in regards to the disbandment of
the Proud Lake Friends Group as well as improprieties of the Proud Lake
Staff. A disgruntled former Friend sent out this information. The facts are
that the Proud Lake Friends Group is alive and active Proud Lake Staff has
always acted professionally with the policy and procedures set forth by the
DNR and in the best interest of the Parks natural resources and user
interests. Paperwork is currently being completed (and will be filed within a
week) to make the Friends of Proud Lake a registered not-for-profit
organization. A new Friends website is posted at FriendsOfProudLake.org.
The Proud Lake
Friends Group is comprised of many good-hearted people. We have enjoyed the
fellowship of those who have participated in previous Group activities. We
appreciate your positive participation and contributions and look forward to
future events the growth of the Group and the positive experiences in the
Park. The Tuesday Evening Hikes will continue on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of
each month. Additional activities are being planned and will be posted on the
website as well as emailed to the group list. We thank you for your support
and encourage your continued participation in the Friends Group at |
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SleepMonsters and
TrackMe360 SPOT New Opportunities |
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by Rob Howard sleepmonsters.com May 04 2008 Ive attached some
news on work we are doing on race tracking which might be of interest to post
on the SMAC site. If the use of this technology works out as we hope it will
it could be really important for AR. SleepMonsters and TrackMe360 are now working in partnership to maximize the benefits
and potential of the new SPOT Satellite Messengers in tracking adventure
racing. After pioneering
the first use of SPOT in an international race at the Baja Travesia last
month preparations are now underway for coverage of this months Florida Coast
to Coast race and the Untamed New England race in June with live tracking
maps and instant leader-board updates. |
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Adventure World
Magazine is now available online! |
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by Clay Abney Adventure World Magazine April 17 2008 One magazine for
all adrenaline and adventure junkies is finally available! And the publishers
and creators of Adventure World Magazine are scouring the globe to give
fellow athletes the latest and edgiest event destinations outdoor venues and
gear on the planet. This publication
was launched out of a passion for the sports that Adventure World Magazine
will cover in our upcoming issues said Clay Abney AWM Editor-in-Chief We are
athletes first and journalists second. Numerous
magazines on the market today are dedicated to individual adventure sports
but there is not an all-encompassing publication for the adventure sports
industry. Abney says after researching this void for over a year he realized
many athletes were craving this type of media outlet. I have been on dozens of
messages boards and interviewed numerous pros and race directors throughout
North America said Abney and the result was a resounding desire for one
entity which will cover all things in the realm of adventure and endurance
sports. Adventure World
Magazine will serve as the voice for this ever growing population of
adventure seeking individuals said Abney AWM will cover the gamut of
adventure sports ranging from mountain biking trail running adventure racing
paddling orienteering adventure travel and all things outdoors. AWM is already
getting support from some of the most well known pioneers and leaders in the
Adventure Sports Industry. Adventure World
Magazine will be the official magazine of the United States Adventure Racing
Association said Troy Farrar President of USARA. The USARA has expanded the
adventure athlete market and sustained the growth of multi-sport racing and
endurance events for over 10 years. The USARA is excited about this new
partnership and feels a magazine dedicated to adventure sports and travel is
a perfect match for their membership said Farrar. Primal Quest
proudly supports AWM said Don Mann Director of Primal Quest. Primal Quest is
an expedition-length adventure race that has been called one of the most
difficult athletic events in the world and the Super Bowl of adventure
racing. We are excited and are grateful to AWM for filling this void in our
sport said Mann. Abney says this
is a publication that will be driven by his readers. It is with our readers
help and input that we can produce a high-quality source of information for
weekend warriors serious athletes and those on the sidelines thinking of
jumping into our sport said Abney. Another unique
aspect of AWM is its designation as a Greenzine. The AWM staff believes it is
senseless to destroy our natural resources just to print a magazine to
celebrate our wilderness playgrounds said Abney AWM is committed to being
green by publishing our magazine electronically thus completely eliminating
our dependency on paper. According to
socialfunds.com: Of the approximately 12 billion magazines printed annually
in the U.S. over 95 percent are printed on 100 percent virgin paper. That
results in more than 35 million trees being cut down each year. We hope that as
athletes read this they will urge friends and fellow racers to help support
AWM and sustain its growth for the future said Abney. For information
on subscriptions or if you have questions comments or suggestions email AWM
at info@adventureworldmagazine.com
or go to www.adventureworldmagazine.com |
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Adventure Training
Courses Available |
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by SMAC SMAC is offering
a new support for our members - on-line training courses. The concept is that
members can utilize these courses at their convenience and can share their
review of the course with the -rest of the membership within the clubs online
forum. Users are encouraged to share their thoughts on route choice and the time it took them
to complete the course. The courses are designed to be completed in a few
hours and include one or more disciplines utilizing orienteering control descriptions for the check point
locations. We provided detailed 1:24000 maps that can be downloaded as .pdf
files and printed on 8.5x11 inch paper. Although the maps are pre-marked we
have provided UTM coordinates for reference. The locations are all major land
features so you will know when you have located the check points. If you have
a favorite training course that you would like to share with the membership
please contact Paul and we will try to get it posted. Click Here to see the
On-line training courses |
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SMAC Stickers Are
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