Monday, July 30, 2007

Saturday, August 4th - Ft. Wilderness

When: August 4th - 6:45 am
Where: Ft. Wilderness Campground - Disney World We will meet near the Kennel. Follow the signs to park for the Hoop-Dee-Do Review and Pioneer Hall.
MapQuest/Google Address: 4510 N Fort Wilderness Trl, Orlando, FL 32830
Mileage: 10 miles - easy pace - LOTS OF SHADE

Restrooms available. Please bring hydration, fanny pack, sunscreen, id and a smile! ;) It will be warm so be prepared.

No cellphones or ipods please.

You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

Here is the route: 10 Miles http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/550470731

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Thursday, August 2 - Rose Place Park

WALK IS CANCELLED!
Thanks to Mother Nature! ;(


When: August 2nd- 5:30 pm meet - 5:45 pm start
Where: Rose Place Park - near MetroWest
MapQuest/Google Address: 8200 Old Winter Garden Road Orlando, FL 32835
Mileage: 5 miles - easy pace

**Weather Alert** Please be aware of the weather. The forecast is for some severe weather. Remember we will walk in little rain but no heavy downpours or lightning. You can call to confirm on Thursday afternoon if we will walk. (407.376.1213)

We will be doing a 5 mile loop. No restrooms or hydration are available along the route. Please bring your own hydration. No cellphones or ipods please.

Here's the route... :) http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/387052316

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Tuesday, July 31 - Lake Eola - Downtown

When: July 31 - 6:00 pm - We will start at walking at 6:00pm
Where: Lake Eola - Downtown - meet in the parking lot near the Swan Boats on the NW side of the park
MapQuest/Google Address: 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 4 miles - easy pace

**Weather Alert** Please be aware of the weather. The forecast may include some showers. Remember we will walk in little rain but no heavy downpours or lightning. You can call to confirm if we will walk. (407.376.1213)

Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. No cellphones or ipods please.

You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

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Week of July 30th

Wow... July is almost gone! And we are finally starting to get into our EVENTS! The Boston walk is THIS weekend! Goooo Boston! Focus on the reason for the walk.... a CURE! Together we can find a cure!

Ok... back to those of us who are still training.... let's get walking. Yes, I understand that Tampa's walk is 12 weeks away... but it's only 12 weeks!! Time will fly... will you be prepared? Now is the time to get your feet in gear and put the rubber to the pavement! And besides.... I would like to see your smiling face on a training walk! ;) This is the last week I will be doing training walks until September! Yikes! So come out to a walk this week and connect with some Tampa walkers... and crew! We want you to succeed but you must take that first step!!

Here's the training schedule for the week.
PS... CT = Cross
TrainingCity - Week # - M - T - W - T - F - S - S
Boston - #1 - Rest - 5 - 30 CT - Rest - Day One - Day Two - Day Three
Chicago - #2 - Rest - 4 - 45 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 10 - 8
Cleveland - #3 - Rest - 6 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 18 - 8
Philadelphia - #10 - Rest - 4 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 14 - 10
Atlanta - #11 - Rest - 4 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 13 - 9
Tampa Bay - #12 - Rest - 4 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 12 - 7
Dallas/Ft. Worth - #13 - Rest - 3 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 11 - 5
Arizona - #14 - Rest - 3 - 30 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
San Diego - #15 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6

Walks for the week -- I have three planned... Tuesday, Lake Eola 6:00 PM - 4 miles, Thursday, Rose Place Park 5:45pm - 5 miles, and Saturday, Ft. Wilderness (Disney) - 6:45 AM - 10 miles.

Have a great week and be safe!

Walk and talk to you soon!
Amy :)

Friday, July 27, 2007

Saturday, July 28th - West Orange Trail

When: July 28th - 6:30 am
Where: West Orange Trail - mile 5 - Winter Garden Station
Directions: Here is the link for the West Orange Trail's website. Use the directions for the Winter Garden Station. http://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/guide/regions/eastcentral/trails/west_orange.htm
MapQuest/Google Address: 424 E Plant St, Winter Garden, FL 34787-3134
Mileage: 7.5 or 17.5 miles - easy pace - mixed terrain...yes, there are hills!

Limited restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. We will be doing stretches before and after the walk. Please bring hydration and lunch.... we will have coolers! Grab and go snacks available but no lunch... sorry! ;)

No cellphones or ipods please. You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com).

Here's the route... http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/561524276

Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

Stay Alert, Stay Alive!

Monday, July 23, 2007

Tuesday, July 24th - Lake Eola

When: July 24 - 5:45 pm - We will start at walking at 6:00pm
Where: Lake Eola - Downtown - meet in the parking lot near the Swan Boats on the NW side of the park
MapQuest/Google Address: 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 5 miles - easy pace

**Weather Alert** Please be aware of the weather. The forecast may include some showers. Remember we will walk in little rain but no heavy downpours or lightning. You can call to confirm if we will walk. (407.376.1213)

Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. No cellphones or ipods please.

Here is the route.... a little bigger loop! ;) http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/530347585

You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com).
Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

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Week of July 23rd

Rain, rain go away.... all 3-Day walkers want to play!! ;)

Yes, this rain is a bit depressing, isn't it! So now we need to learn to be creative with our training time. While walking outside is optimal, sometimes Mother Nature is not cooperative. Mall walking is a great opportunity...plus it could turn into a fundraiser. Wear your 3-Day shirt and talk to everyone about what you are doing! Your training session could definitely be a bonus!

Here's the training schedule for the week.
PS... CT = Cross Training

City - Week # - M - T - W - T - F - S - S
Boston - #2 - Rest - 4 - 45 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 10 - 8
Chicago - #3 - Rest - 6 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 18 - 8
Cleveland - #4 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 10 - 8
Philadelphia - #11 - Rest - 4 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 13 - 9
Atlanta - #12 - Rest - 4 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 12 - 7
Tampa Bay - #13 - Rest - 3 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 11 - 5
Dallas/Ft. Worth - #14 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
Arizona - #15 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
San Diego - #16 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 8 - 6

Walks for the week -- I have two planned... Tuesday, Lake Eola 5:45 PM - 5 miles and Saturday, West Orange Trail MM 5 - 6:30 AM - 7.5 or 17.5 miles....yup, it's a long one!!

Have a great week and be safe!
Walk and talk to you soon!
Amy :)

Monday, July 16, 2007

Saturday, July 21st - Howard Middle School - Downtown

When: July 21st - 7:00AM
Where: Howard Middle School - Downtown
MapQuest/Google Address: 800 E Robinson St. Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 10 miles - easy pace

This is a 10 mile city walk through downtown Orlando with lots of sidewalks and curbs...hint, hint!! ;) Fanny packs, hydration and sunscreen are a MUST!!!

Some restrooms are available along the route. Please bring your own hydration. We will be doing stretches before and after the walk.

No cellphones or ipods please.

Here's the route... http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/561403591

You can RSVP here on the blog, phone - 407.376.1213 or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com).

Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

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Thursday, July 19th - Rose Place Park

When: July 19th- 5:30 pm meet - 5:45 pm start
Where: Rose Place Park - near MetroWest
MapQuest/Google Address: 8200 Old Winter Garden Road Orlando, FL 32835
Mileage: 6 miles - easy pace

**Weather Alert** Please be aware of the weather. The forecast is for some severe weather. Remember we will walk in little rain but no heavy downpours or lightning. You can call to confirm on Thursday afternoon if we will walk. (407.376.1213)

We will be doing a 6 mile loop. No restrooms or hydration are available along the route. Please bring your own hydration. No cellphones or ipods please.

Here's the route... :) http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/549908182

Stay Alert, Stay Alive!

Tuesday, July 17th - Lake Eola

When: July 17 - 5:45 pm - We will start at walking at 6:00pm
Where: Lake Eola - Downtown - meet in the parking lot near the Swan Boats on the NW side of the park
MapQuest/Google Address: 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 5 miles - easy pace

**Weather Alert** Please be aware of the weather. The forecast may include some showers. Remember we will walk in little rain but no heavy downpours or lightning. You can call to confirm if we will walk. (407.376.1213)

Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. No cellphones or ipods please.

Here is the route.... a little bigger loop! ;)http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/530347585

You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

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Week of July 16th

Well we are definitely in the dog days of summer! But it's also very important to continue training during this heat. I know, I know.... "it's too hot, it's too sticky.... yeah, yeah... we would all love to stay inside in the A/C but the 3-Day will not stop for heat or sunny or rain or time of day. So, get out and training....hydrate, hydrate, hydrate and don't forget the sunscreen!! Red is not the new PINK! ;)

Here's the training schedule for the week.
PS... CT = Cross Training

City - Week # - M - T - W - T - F - S - S
Boston - #3 - Rest - 6 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 18 - 8
Chicago - #4 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 10 - 8
Cleveland - #5 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 18 - 15
Philadelphia - #12 - Rest - 4 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 12 - 7
Atlanta - #13 - Rest - 3 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 11 - 5
Tampa Bay - #14 - Rest - 3 - 30 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
Dallas/Ft. Worth - #15 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
Arizona - #16 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 8 - 6
San Diego - #17 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 4 - 3

Walks for the week -- I have three planned... Tuesday, Lake Eola 5:45 PM - 5 miles, Thursday, Rose Place Park 5:45 PM - 6 miles, Saturday, Howard Middle School 7:00 AM - 10 miles.

There are plenty of opportunities to get some training so grab your shoes, fanny pack and water bottles and join us!

Have a great week and be safe!
Walk and talk to you soon!
Amy :)

Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Looking for "Stroller" walkers....

Hey there walkers~
I am looking for anyone who has children which makes it difficult for them to attend our training walks.

I have had a few requests and I wanted to see if we have any so maybe we can form a "stroller" walk....very unofficial and strollers will be allowed!

Let me know by email(amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com) or call (407.376.1213) or just respond to the blog....click below.

Amy :)

Sundays on the East Side with Kristin!!

Kristin wants to walk with you!!!

She will be walking again this Sunday on Econ Trail at 8am near Rouse Road/YMCA entranace. Meet by the tennis courts for a 6 (maybe 8 mile) walk.

Please bring hydration, sunscreen and id in your fannypack. Sunburn and dehydration can damper any walk!

If you have questions, email Kristin at pandora537@aol.com.

Stay Alert, Stay Alive!

Anthony's Saturday Walk...

Anthony will be walking on Saturday at West Orange Trail and he wants you to join him! ;)

When: July 14th - 7:00 am
Where: West Orange Trail - mile 5 - Winter Garden Station
Directions: Here is the link for the West Orange Trail's website. Use the directions for the Winter Garden Station. http://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/guide/regions/eastcentral/trails/west_orange.htm
MapQuest/Google Address: 424 E Plant St, Winter Garden, FL 34787-3134
Mileage: 10, 15 or 18 miles - mixed terrain...yes, there are hills!

The plan is to walk west to mile 0 for snacks and water and then back to marker 5 for a total of 10 miles. After a light lunch, continuing east to marker 7.5 and back to marker 5 and then west again 1.5 miles and back for a total of 18.

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN HYDRATION AND SNACKS. THIS IS A MUST. IT HAS BEEN VERY HOT AND YOU WILL NEED THEM.

After walking 10 miles we are stopping to eat a light lunch and change socks before continuing. Anthony will have an ice chest in his car for your lunches.

Call Anthony if you have any questions. 407-467-2034

Monday, July 09, 2007

3-Day Camp Post Office

I have had a few folks ask me about the 3-Day Camp Post Office. This is a relatively new thing the 3-Day has started doing. Located in Camp Services is a Post Office. Friends, family and supporters can send you mail during your event. You would be surprise how a few kind words can make a world of difference. :)

Here is the Post Office Information:

Only letters will be accepted - no boxes or packages.
Letters must be postmarked 2 weeks prior to the event to ensure delivery at the 3-Day Camp Post Office.

Send to:3-Day Camp Post Office
[Participants Name] (I would put the City too)
PO Box 577886Chicago, IL 60657-7886

Unclaimed mail will be available by request for 2 weeks after the event. Anything still in our hands after those two weeks will become property of the 3-Day and will be destroyed.

Tuesday, July 10th - Lake Eola

When: July 3 - 5:45 pm
Where: Lake Eola - Downtown - meet in the parking lot near the Swan Boats on the NW side of the park
MapQuest/Google Address: 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 5 miles - easy pace

**Weather Alert** Please be aware of the weather. The forecast may include some showers. Remember we will walk in little rain but no heavy downpours or lightning. You can call to confirm if we will walk. (407.376.1213)

Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. No cellphones or ipods please.

Here is the route.... a little bigger loop! ;)http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/530347585

You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com).
Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

Stay Alert, Stay Alive

Week of July 9th

I hope everyone had a very happy 4th of July!!!

The heat is definitely on this week. Please be safe while training....lots of hydration...yes, this includes sports drink! And don't forget the sunscreen. Plus plan your route around the heat....if possible! :) Try breaking them up into 2 mile bits...it helps! ;)

Here's the training schedule for the week.
PS... CT = Cross Training

City - Week # - M - T - W - T - F - S - S
Boston - #4 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 10 - 8
Chicago - #5 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 18 - 15
Cleveland - #6 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 10 - 6
Philadelphia - #13 - Rest - 3 - 30 CT - 5 - 45 CT - 11 - 5
Atlanta - #14 - Rest - 3 - 30 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
Tampa Bay - #15 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
Dallas/Ft. Worth - #16 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 8 - 6
Arizona - #17 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 4 - 3
San Diego - #18 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 7 - 6

Walks for the week --- I only have one planned... Tuesday, Lake Eola 5:45 PM - 5 miles.

Anthony is planning a walk on Saturday... 10,15 or 18 miles...your choice!

Have a great week and be safe!
Walk and talk to you soon!
Amy :)

Thursday, July 05, 2007

Sunday Walk - East Side of Town...

Hey there walkers~
Just wanted to let you know that Kristin is walking on Sunday on Econ Trail at 8am near Rouse Road/YMCA entranace. Meet by the tennis courts for a 6 (maybe 8 mile) walk.

Please bring hydration, sunscreen and id in your fannypack. Sunburn and dehydration can damper any walk!

If you have questions, email Kristin at pandora537@aol.com.

Stay Alert, Stay Alive!

Tuesday, July 03, 2007

Saturday, July 7 - Ft. Wilderness - LUCKY 7-7-7 WALK

When: July 7th - 7:00 am - LUCKY 7-7-7
Where: Ft. Wilderness Campground - Disney World
We will meet near the Kennel. Follow the signs to park for the Hoop-Dee-Do Review and Pioneer Hall.
MapQuest/Google Address: 4510 N Fort Wilderness Trl, Orlando, FL 32830
Mileage: 10 miles - easy pace - LOTS OF SHADE

Restrooms available. Please bring hydration, fanny pack, sunscreen, id and a smile! ;) It will be warm so be prepared.

No cellphones or ipods please.

You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com). Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

Here is the route: 10 Miles
http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/550470731

Stay Alert, Stay Alive!

Monday, July 02, 2007

Thursday, July 5th - Rose Place Park

When: July 5th- 5:45 pm start
Where: Rose Place Park - near MetroWest
MapQuest/Google Address: 8200 Old Winter Garden Road Orlando, FL 32835
Mileage: 6 miles - easy pace

**Weather Alert** Please be aware of the weather. The forecast is for some severe weather. Remember we will walk in little rain but no heavy downpours or lightning. You can call to confirm on Thursday afternoon if we will walk. (407.376.1213)

We will be doing a 5 mile loop. No restrooms or hydration are available along the route. Please bring your own hydration. No cellphones or ipods please.



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Wednesday, July 4th walk...

Hey walkers~
Rebekah (one of our Boston walkers) is walking at Cady Way on Wednesday, July 4th at 6:30am....yes, it's early but you can beat the heat! ;)

She is welcoming any other walkers that would like to join her please feel free.

Here is the address:
Mapquest Address: 821 Herndon Ave., Orlando, FL 32803
Mileage: 12 Miles

Any questions please email Rebekah - RLangfor@cntus.jnj.com

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Tuesday, July 3rd - Lake Eola

When: July 3 - 5:45 pm
Where: Lake Eola - Downtown - meet in the parking lot near the Swan Boats on the NW side of the park
MapQuest/Google Address: 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801
Mileage: 5 miles - easy pace

**Weather Alert** Please be aware of the weather. The forecast may include some showers. Remember we will walk in little rain but no heavy downpours or lightning. You can call to confirm if we will walk. (407.376.1213)

Restrooms available. Please bring your own hydration. No cellphones or ipods please.

Here is the route.... a little bigger loop! ;)http://www.mapmyrun.com/walk/united-states/fl/orlando/530347585

You can RSVP here on the blog or by email (amyw3daywalk@yahoo.com).

Just click the comment link under this post to RSVP here. :)

Stay Alert, Stay Alive!

Week of July 2nd

Happy July!!! I know it's super hot outside but it's a great time to get used to the heat...that's right, the walk doesn't stop at noon because of the heat! :)

Here's the training schedule for the week.
PS... CT = Cross Training

City - Week # - M - T - W - T - F - S - S
Boston - #5 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 18 - 15
Chicago - #6 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 10 - 6
Cleveland - #7 - Rest - 5 - 45 CT - 6 - 45 CT - 17 - 13
Philadelphia - #14 - Rest - 3 - 30 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
Atlanta - #15 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 10 - 6
Tampa Bay - #16 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 8 - 6
Dallas/Ft. Worth - #17 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 4 - 3
Arizona - #18 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 7 - 6
San Diego - #19 - Rest - 3 - 15 CT - 5 - 30 CT - 6 - 5

Walks for the week --- I have three planned... Tuesday, Lake Eola 5:45 PM - 5 miles, Thursday, Rose Place Park 5:45 PM - 6 miles and Saturday, Ft. Wilderness (Disney) 7AM -10 miles.

Have a great week and a happy and safe July 4th and walk and talk to you soon!
Amy :)