June 4, 2009
TWC members celebrating birthdays this week:
[ Jim Bulmer
No Volunteers, No Youth Triathlon
So far, I have only HALF the volunteers I need for the Victoria Youth Triathlon. We need everyone in Team West Coast volunteering on Sunday, June 14. Please email Jacqui ASAP at waynecoulson@shaw.ca
Encourage your friends and family to come out and help.
We need volunteers for these positions:
[ Bike Check: Tuesday Wednesday, June 9 and10; 6-9pm at Rider’s: 3 per night
[ Equipment Set Up and Take Down (Dale Carter): 4
[ Registration (Jeff van den Driessen): 3
[ Transition (Annabelle Suminski): 6
[ Run Route (Stephen Baker): marshals – 14; run rabbits – 8
[ Bike Counters (Kathy Davidson): 14
[ Bike Route Marshals (Jacqui Coulson): 30
[ Food (Alice Court): 3
[ Finish Line Timing (Katie Bateman): 3
All volunteers are asked to remain for 30 minutes after the event to help clean up and pack away equipment
Memory Problems
Many of you have been very good abouttelling Jacqui orWayne about volunteering at the 2009 Victoria Youth Triathlon however sometimesWE FORGETand not all of your names get recorded on our list.Please follow up your oral volunteer with anE-mailto remind us.
Wayne waynecoulson@shaw.ca
Not available forVYTon June 14th?
Just a reminder to all TWCmembers and friends, if you are not available on June 14th we can still use your services at:
[ theBike Checkon Tuesday, June 9th, at Rider's Cycle from 6:00 to 9:00 pm
[ the Bike Check on Wednesday, June 10th , at Rider's Cycle from 6:00 to 9:00 pm waynecoulson@shaw.ca
[ movingEQUIPMENT on Friday, June 12th, between 6:00 and 8:00 pm at ELK LAKE (contact Dale Carter for exact time breadstuffs@shaw.ca)
Moving Equipment
Dale Carter, our equipment manager, hasa request for extra hands to move Youth Tri equipmenton Friday evening (June 12th). Contact Dale tofinalize time. breadstuffs@shaw.ca
There is Still an Opportunity to Race the New Balance Half
Only 100Spots still Available. The 2009 New Balance Victoria Half IM Triathlon is almost sold out.If you are looking to participate in the 14th running of this popular event, now is the time to register! This year’s race will featurea sprint division. Don’t miss your chance to compete in this well-loved race. For more information, or to register,go here.
Starting this Friday - Swims at 6pm at Thetis Lake
The Summer swims are starting this Friday (05 June). Be ready to jump into the lake at 6pm. Any questions, give Mike Walsh a shout at swim@twc.ca
2009 Ht0 Open Water Swim for MS
I have again taken on the challenge of raising money for the MS Society of Canada by registering to participate in the 2009 HtO Open Water Swim for MS, at Thetis Lake on July 26, 2009 and raising funds for MS.
I am asking you to join me in support of a very good cause by making a donation. Any amount, no matter how small, will help me to reach my fundraising target $800). The money raised is used to support programs and services for people living with MS on Southern Vancouver Island, and for MS research initiatives across Canada. It is very easy to make a donation online:
1. Go to this link: http://www.mssociety.ca/en/events/online-misc.htm
2. Choose “Pledge a Participant”
3. Enter my name: Janet Hawkins
4. Once my name pops up, click “Pledge Me” and it will take you to my donation page.
On behalf of myself and the MS Society of Canada, I would like to thank you in advance for your generosity.
Janet Hawkins
Council Secretary
City of Victoria
Legislative and Regulatory Services
Phone: (250) 361-0571, local 2302
Fax: (250) 361-0348
Website: www.victoria.ca
TRI-BC membership and insurance
If you are training for the upcoming duathlon/triathlon season, now is the time to think about renewing your 2009 TRI-BC membership. TRI-BC membership includes insurance when you are training with TWC. Our coaches include Audrey Stibbe, Wayne Coulson, Phil McOrmond, Mike Walsh, Sean Cunningham, and Hillerie Denning. Membership also includes insurance when you are racing. You can renew online; the TWC password is 3852. Remember TWC members get a reduced membership fee.
More Membership Cards
I have received more TRI-BC membership cards. Contact me to arrange for pick up. I am at Frontrunners Victoria on Sunday and Monday. waynecoulson@shaw,ca
[ Shay Averbuck
[ Sean Cunningham
[ Dan Dunaway
[ Rosemary Henry
[ Heather Holman
New Balance Half Iron Special
John Botelho has offered a registration special to TWC members for the last 50 spots in the race. For a $20 discount enter the following code 3525.
Register at www.triseries.ca/victoria
Triathlon Success
Congratulations to TWC members for their recent successes in the North Shore Triathlon and the Shawnigan Lake Triathlon.
[ Lorne Semenowich 3
[ Heather Hollman 2
[ Avila Rhodes 2
[ Evan Fagan 1
[ Fergus Mooney 1
And a number of members who took part in relay teams.
TWC Cycling News
Sunshine brought the ladies out in force on Saturday; they almost outnumbered the men 10 to 12 respectively, and our numbers continue to increase. As usual we split into two groups and made our way North to Sidney and beyond. Three ladies held onto the fast group, who averaged about 28 km/hr around Land's End, and the slower group averaged a respectable 25 - 26 km/hr around Wain Rd.; notwithstanding the fact that the slower group split into two at Island View and two ladies thought we were no going fast enough and tagged onto the fast group, one when we regrouped at Sidney on the way out and the other when they passed us on the way home.
Saturday rides will continue, meeting at Francelli's Coffee Shop in the Royal Oak Shopping Centre at 9:00 am.
NB. I'll not be there this week so have a great and safe ride.
If anyone is interested in a ride on Saturday morning of about 2 hrs duration or 40 km please contact Rosemary at: rosehen@shaw.ca
Two riders accompanied Bob on the Wednesday evening so this ride has taken off finally. However, please contact Bob if you wish to participate on this ride so that he has some idea who is going to show up. bwooff@shaw.ca
Maurice Robinson
TWC Cycling Coordinator
TWC BIKE BOXES
Remember TWC members have free use of the TWC bike boxes, but book early - they are popular. The bike boxes are being stored by Bill Walkerand Laura Leno. If you need a box, contact Laura Leno l.leno@telus.net
Do it for Dad Run
The prostate centre is a community-based, not-for-profit organization that provides unbiased and understandable medical information and support to men and their families on prostate cancer and prostate health issues. Last year, the run welcomed 565 participants and raised raise over $105,000 for research and education.
We invite you to join us as a Team in this year’s Safeway Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer on Sunday, June 21, 2009. We are with you every step of the way – with Team Captain materials, support from our Committee and ongoing information and assistance through emails and phone calls. The support that the Safeway Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer (Do it for Dad Run) receives from Teams is a vital part of our event. Teams account for the bulk of participants and donations. All you need to do is to recruit 8 friends, family members, co-workers, or neighbours then be prepared to run, walk or stroll your way across the finish line. We have 2 routes to choose from - an 8km Walk/Run or a 3km Family Fun Walk, so runners and walkers of all levels can participate!
The majority of the money raised from the Safeway Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer (Do It For Dad) stays on Vancouver Island to help The Prostate Centre fund prostate cancer research and help promote prostate health awareness. Please contact Gaynor Jackson at 250 474-1467 with any questions and to receive information or materials. We look forward to working with you.
Rock 'N' Run Bus Trip
To the Rock 'N' Roll Seattle Marathon and Half Marathon. 3 days and2 nights departing Friday, June 26th and returning Sunday, June 28th (Bus departing fromVictoria BC to the Duke Point ferry in Nanaimo. Passenger pick-up on route between Victoria &Ladysmith). Details regarding Rock 'N' Roll Seattle Marathon and Half here:http://www.rnrseattle.com/. Email or call Sheron at lacesup@shaw.ca or 250.748.8126
Something Really Different
Ken Bonner is looking for a support driver to follow him on the Gold Rush 1200 km Radonnee on July 2 to 12th in Davis, California.
Contact Ken at 250-598-4135 or kenbonner@telus.net
TWC Classifieds
As a service to TWC members, products or services that may be of benefit to the general membership may be advertised here. Items not sold must be renewed each week.
FOR SALE
Wetsuit, Ironman "Stealth", new in 2004. Men's sizesmall/medium (fits 160 to 170 cm, 64 to 75 kg). Good condition. $150 obo. Contact Kevin at kevin_c_taylor@yahoo.com
Mens Small Aquaman wetsuit - Top model from 2006. Excellent condition. New $600 – Offers? Hillerie hdenning@shaw.ca or 250-380-1173.
TWC Running Vests
All pre-orders for TWC vests have been filled and vests are now available for all. Great for cool morning/evening running.Bright colours. All sizes available. $70. Contact Karen karenvknott@shaw.ca
Lost and Found
Lost or found something that may belong to another TWC member? - advertise it here.
Something for Digest?
Have some news for TWC members? Send it to wabbit@shaw.ca by Wednesday at 6 p.m. for the next Digest. Items received late cannot be guaranteed to make it into that week’s edition.
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