So, I'm off to hike another stretch of the Appalachian Trail today with my good friend Julien. This 33 mile leg will get me over 500 total Virginia miles.
Although I'm proud of our accomplishment, I've been comparing it to three friends that are in the midst of Double & Triple Ironman races. To put it in perspective, the Triple is over 420 miles! In one weekend!
So, as I walk in the woods, I'll be thinking about Andy, Frank, and Jason pushing themselves to incredible limits. And, I'll be asking myself, 'What am I capable of in the future?'.
Happy hiking, biking, running, swimming, kayaking, etc to all!
Kayaking on the Chesapeake
Finishing up 35 miles of kayaking in September 2011
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Thursday, October 6, 2011
So... What is Comfort Zone Camp?
For those of you who aren't familiar with Comfort Zone Camp, here is an explanation:
Comfort Zone Camp (http://www.comfortzonecamp.org/) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 bereavement camp that transforms the lives of children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or primary caregiver. The free camps include confidence building programs and age-based support groups that break the emotional isolation grief often brings. Comfort Zone Camps are offered to children 7-17, and are held year-round across the Country. They have offices in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Virginia.
What I've learned about this great organization is that grief affects everyone - it's universal. Please consider supporting me as I trek across the world's most arid environment next March. All of the proceeds raised go directly to the charity. You can visit my fundraising page at: http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/atacamacrossing2012/rohnacher.
My goal is to raise $55,000. This amount will provide 100% of the costs associated with putting on one weekend camp for 65 children. In other words, 65 kids will have a life-changing experience as a result of your donation. I've crunched the numbers and $367 will cover one mile of my 150-mile trek through the Atacama Desert. If you're not able to donate that amount of money, see if you can pool your funds with some friends, family, and coworkers to get to that figure. I will post "thank you" notes regularly to recogize everyone that donates.
Thanks so much for you consideration!
Eric
Comfort Zone Camp (http://www.comfortzonecamp.org/) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 bereavement camp that transforms the lives of children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or primary caregiver. The free camps include confidence building programs and age-based support groups that break the emotional isolation grief often brings. Comfort Zone Camps are offered to children 7-17, and are held year-round across the Country. They have offices in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Virginia.
What I've learned about this great organization is that grief affects everyone - it's universal. Please consider supporting me as I trek across the world's most arid environment next March. All of the proceeds raised go directly to the charity. You can visit my fundraising page at: http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/atacamacrossing2012/rohnacher.
My goal is to raise $55,000. This amount will provide 100% of the costs associated with putting on one weekend camp for 65 children. In other words, 65 kids will have a life-changing experience as a result of your donation. I've crunched the numbers and $367 will cover one mile of my 150-mile trek through the Atacama Desert. If you're not able to donate that amount of money, see if you can pool your funds with some friends, family, and coworkers to get to that figure. I will post "thank you" notes regularly to recogize everyone that donates.
Thanks so much for you consideration!
Eric
Less than 5 months away...
So, as of the beginning of October, I have completed some tortuous events. I really don't know what to expect when I get to Chile on March 1st. The altitude scares me most. I've never been above 6,000' of elevation and San Pedro de Atacama will be pushing 10,000'! But, I've come to the conclusion that, if I can beat myself up physically over the next 5 months, my cardiovascular system should be able to deal with the decrease in oxygen. Fingers crossed, at least!
I also have been exploring different electrolyte replacement strategies, high calorie foods, endurance enhancing drinks, and overall hydration regimens. After spending many days & nights on the Appalachian Trail over the last 3 years, I feel pretty comfortable with a lot of these things. Cramping has been a concern in the past, but I think I've remedied that.
I guess now it's just a matter of long-distance, multi-hour endurance races to prepare. Unfortunately, it's turning cold in Virginia so my training environment will be a little different than the warm/hot desert in Chile.
So far in September, I've pushed myself through 35 miles of kayaking, hundreds of miles of cycling, and well over a hundred miles of hiking/trekking. Now I'm gearing up for 2 marathons, 30+ miles of hiking, and a 50-mile trail run over the next 10 weeks.
More to come... But, I'm glad to be blogging. Comments & suggestions are welcome!
I also have been exploring different electrolyte replacement strategies, high calorie foods, endurance enhancing drinks, and overall hydration regimens. After spending many days & nights on the Appalachian Trail over the last 3 years, I feel pretty comfortable with a lot of these things. Cramping has been a concern in the past, but I think I've remedied that.
I guess now it's just a matter of long-distance, multi-hour endurance races to prepare. Unfortunately, it's turning cold in Virginia so my training environment will be a little different than the warm/hot desert in Chile.
So far in September, I've pushed myself through 35 miles of kayaking, hundreds of miles of cycling, and well over a hundred miles of hiking/trekking. Now I'm gearing up for 2 marathons, 30+ miles of hiking, and a 50-mile trail run over the next 10 weeks.
More to come... But, I'm glad to be blogging. Comments & suggestions are welcome!
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