digame 0 #1 July 9, 2008 PERSEUS ADVENTURES 2nd annual Mission Challenge 2008 Well, this time it’s not rumors or hearsay, it’s a fact jack, another opportunity to test your physical endurance as well as your marksmanship and the ability to perform as a TEAM. The date has been set for the weekend of September 26th thru September 28th at Skydive Chicago. As suggested by last year’s competitors (it could be tougher), this year’s course has been designed to be a much tougher challenge. You will encounter obstacles that will require total team cooperation. Make no mistake about it, you will get dirty, wet, muddy and tired. This event is not for the weak of heart or short of breath (you will need to hold your breath), so now is a good time to put out that smoke and drop that jelly donut (salads for you). There are some rule changes for 2008, the main one being all competitors must jump and all competitors must fire a weapon (NO EXCEPTIONS). That means that if you are not a skydiver, you must make a tandem jump (cost of which is not included in the registration fee). Remember, <#!* happens so be prepared for sudden changes throughout the course. As before this is a four-member team event, so choose your teammates wisely. All team members will be issued and required to carry simulated mission weight (25 lbs). All participants will be required to provide their own equipment, weapon, ammo and (mandatory) hydration (NO EXCEPTIONS). The land navigation course will be approximately 3 to 3 ½ miles in length. Average time to complete the course is approximately 2 to 3 hours. This is a timed event and will be done in two stages. Mission Challenge 2008 will go as follows: Friday Sept. 26, 2008 @ 12:00pm Mission Challenge Camp. (Highly Recommended) This is designed to show all participants the proper use of equipment that will be required to complete the course such as: entry and exit of water craft (zodiac), ropes, harnesses and carabineers. Pointers also will be given for the best possible way to complete an obstacle. This also will give you an idea of the type of obstacles you might encounter. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 07:00am Mission briefing: At this time you will receive all particulars and details of the course IE-course layout, type of obstacles, accuracy scoring, etc. (Be Prepared). Sunday, Sept 28, 2008 07:00am (if needed) Stage 1: Accuracy Jump This will take place immediately following the briefing. All participants will be required to land at the pea gravel pit located at the south end of the landing area. Accuracy points count as time off mission clock. Stage 2: Land Navigation / Obstacle Course / Package Retrieval, Firing Range This stage will take place after completing the accuracy jump. Staging, Starting and finishing point will be at the cul-de-sac just east of the main hanger. Minimum of 60 rounds per competitor. Final Stage: More Obstacles. There will also be bonus sections throughout the course. Recommended Equipment: Backpack (aka) rucksack, able to carry a minimum of 35- 40 lbs. Boots, at least above ankle height (no twisting). Clothing, loose fitting pants & top (dress for success). Mandatory Equipment: Locking carabineers (2) NOTE: All state of Illinois and local ordinances must and will be obeyed. All out-of-state participants must show a valid ID or Drivers License in order to either possess a weapon and/or ammunition or to discharge a weapon. All state of Illinois residents must have a valid VOID card in order to either possess a weapon and/or ammunition or to discharge a weapon. All ammo and magazines must be turned in prior to the start of the mission and will be issued back to participants at the range portion of the course. NO EXCEPTIONS. Registration Fee: $30.00 per competitor. BYOB for after-event gathering, either Saturday the 27th or Sunday the 28th, at the end of the event. Bragging rights, smack talking, jive talking or just plain bull *#?Number one rule still applies: HAVE FUN. Don’t meet me there, beat me there. See you then. For more information or to register contact Rishard Gomez at Gomei@sbcglobal.net or call at 708-320-9423 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
