Untamed Virginia Clinics & Talks

• Sat July 26th Riverboarding Clinic in Richmond, VA
  
  
• Sun July 27th Riverboarding Clinic in Washington, DC
  
  
• Mon August 4th Talk "From the Swiss Alps to Untamed Virginia" in Fairfax, VA
  
  
• Thurs August 7th Talk "From Patagonia to the Virginia Piedmont" in Richmond, VA
  
  
• Thurs August 14th Talk "From Patagonia to the Virginia Piedmont" in Charlottesville, VA

Riverboarding Clinic (Richmond) hosted by RipBoard

• When: Saturday July 26th (various times, see below)
• Where: Downtown Richmond James River boat takeout (directions emailed to participants)
• Who: Anyone may register (Untamed VA racers receive a discount, see below)
• Details:
  
  These 2.5 hour sessions will cover all you need to know to get into riverboarding. The focus area will be on the Pipeline Rapid in downtown Richmond. Sessions start at 8 AM, 11 AM, 2 PM, and 5 PM on Saturday 7/26/2008; each session lasts 2.5 hours.
  
  The cost is $20 for registered Untamed VA racers and it includes use of a RipBoard and fins. Those not registered for the race can participate in the clinic for $25 per person. For those who already have a board and don't need the gear, there is no charge. Space is limited and must be reserved in advance with Shane at RipBoard (email shane@ripboard.com or call toll free 866.311.2627).
  
  All attendees should bring a helmet (bike helmet is OK), pfd, booties and knee pads. For questions, contact Shane at RipBoard (shane@ripboard.com)

Riverboarding Clinic (Wash DC) hosted by RipBoard

• When: Sunday July 27th (various times, see below)
• Where: Washington, DC (Little Falls section of the Potomac River -- directions emailed to participants)
• Who: Anyone may register (Untamed VA racers receive a discount, see below)
• Details:
  
  These 2.5 hour sessions will cover all you need to know to get into riverboarding. Sessions start at 8 AM, 11 AM, 2 PM, and 5 PM on Sunday 7/27/2008; each session lasts 2.5 hours.
  
  The cost is $20 for registered Untamed VA racers and it includes use of a RipBoard and fins. Those not registered for the race can participate in the clinic for $25 per person. For those who already have a board and don't need the gear, there is no charge. Space is limited and must be reserved in advance with Shane at RipBoard (email shane@ripboard.com or call toll free 866.311.2627).
  
  All attendees should bring a helmet (bike helmet is OK), pfd, booties and knee pads. For questions, contact Shane at RipBoard (shane@ripboard.com)

From the Swiss Alps to Untamed Virginia

• When: The evening of Monday August 4 in Fairfax, VA. 7:30 PM.
• Where: REI Fairfax
• Who: Free and open to the public
• Details:
  
  The winners of this year’s Untamed Switzerland event, Tom and Deb O'Donnell, will be at REI Fairfax with an amazing presentation of photos from their race through the Alps this Spring. They'll share an inside look at this alpine stage race, including lessons learned and insights for anyone looking to trek, orienteer, snowshoe, or negotiate the challenges of travel to a big race. Whether you’re gearing up for an event or just curious, this is a great opportunity for anyone interested in adventure racing to pick up tips on strategy, planning, gear, transitions, navigation, nutrition, and mental toughness.
  
  A representative from Untamed Adventure will also be on hand to discuss the upcoming Untamed Virginia adventure race (30-hour and 4-hour courses) and what lessons from the Swiss Alps can be applied to racing right here in Virginia.
  
  For questions, contact Untamed Adventure

Adventure Racing with Untamed Adventure: From Patagonia to the Virginia Piedmont

• When: The evenings of Thursday August 7 in Richmond and Thursday August 14 in Charlottesville. 7 PM.
• Where: Blue Ridge Mountain Sports stores in Charlottesville and Richmond (Chesterfield)
• Who: Free and open to the public
• Details:
  
  Racers with Virginia's Untamed Adventure team will share photographs and their experiences from inside the 10 day adventure race "At the End of the Earth" in the Tierra del Fuego region of Patagonia, Chile.
  
  They will also discuss the upcoming Untamed Virginia adventure race (30-hour and 4-hour courses) and what lessons from Patagonia can be applied to racing right here in Virginia.
  
  For questions, contact Untamed Adventure