Welcome to the March issue of the MOMAR eNewsletter.  Spring is almost upon us and thoughts of adventure racing must surely be on everyone's mind.  The first piece of exciting news is that we have a brand new Title Sponsor!  Please welcome Coast Mountain Sports as the official sponsor of the Mind Over Mountain Adventure Racing Series!

Coast Mountain Sports will be instrumental in helping us build awareness for the sport of adventure racing and specifically the MOMAR.  With stores in BC and Alberta, their reach will be extensive and we hope to see many new faces at the MOMAR as a result.  Coast Mountain Sports is a leader in outdoor clothing and equipment and it is your "one-stop shop" for all your adventure racing needs.

In just over two months, racers will be lined up under the inflatable arch in Squamish ready to do battle on a newly revamped Jen Segger designed course.  We just received a very exclusive permit to take the MOMAR into a place that no organized event has gone before...

I also want to remind you that BOTH the Squamish MOMAR and the Cumberland MOMAR will be offering a short 'sport' course option (~30km) in addition to the regular 'enduro' course option (~50km).  Get your team together and sign up today!

Cheers,

Bryan Tasaka
Principal | Event Producer
www.mindovermountain.com/momar

 PS   Be sure to check the MOMAR Blog for all the latest updates from the MOMAR!

GO TO SCHOOL AND LEARN HOW TO DO THE MOMAR RIGHT.

The MOMAR is once again offering a full slate of Training Clinics for those in need of some adventure racing assistance. Here's what we are offering:

• MOMAR 101 - Navigating the MOMAR - A four hour clinic teaching you how to read a map, use a compass, and navigate your way to success.
• MOMAR 110 - Rappelling for the MOMAR - Get your rappelling certification for the Squamish MOMAR and have fun doing it!
• MOMAR 202 - Two Days of MOMAR Training - A continuation of MOMAR 101 with added training of mountain biking, kayaking, and transitions
• MOMAR 301 - Advanced Navigation - Navigate smarter and faster than ever before in this Todd Nowack designed course.

Clinics start at the end of March and run right into September.  Check out the full calendar on the MOMAR Training Page.

KAYAK RACE TRAINING BEGINS WITH THE BIG CHOP ON APRIL 30TH

The Big Chop Summer Paddle Series kicks off its third season on Thursday, April 30th.  From the shores of Vanier Park in Vancouver, BC, kayakers, outriggers, surfskiers and canoes will battle it out on either the 4km or 8km course.  For those of you training for the Cumberland MOMAR, you would be wise to add the Big Chop to your training schedule.  Not only is the Big Chop a great way to improve your paddle skills, but it is also a great social event that features a post race BBQ after each race. 

The series begins on April 30th and runs every second Thursday night for a total of 10 races.  Kayak and surfski rentals are available for a nominal charge.  For more information, go to www.bigchop.ca.

GET OUT THERE MAGAZINE FEATURES THE MOMAR

The MOMAR is featured in this months issue of Get Out There Magazine.  The cover shot was taken by Tony Austin from last year's Cumberland MOMAR. Inside on page 8, Gary Robbins writes an article on his MOMAR experience and there's also an article by MOMAR's MC and 8 time MOMAR Champion, Dave Norona.  It's worth the read!  Check out the online version here.

THE ARMY DOESN'T NEED YOU. THE MOMAR DOES! VOLUNTEER TODAY!

The volunteer drive continues!  Enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers are needed to man checkpoints along the course, manage transition zones, assist with the after-party, and help out race headquarters. All MOMAR volunteers receive a ticket to the banquet dinner and afterparty, a cool graphic t-shirt, and a gift bag filled goodies!  Please sign up today as we only have a limited number of volunteer positions and they go quick. Click here to register.