Greg's Ride 2010 - Milton

Greg Stobbart Memorial Ride
Sunday, September 19th, 2010
Kelso Conservation Area,
5234 Kelso Road, Milton ON, L9T 2X7
Ride begins at 10am, rain or shine. Late registration opens at 8:30am.
Individual Fees (HST applies from July 1st, 2010):
$85.00 - Adults
$42.00 - Riders between the ages of 10 and 14
FREE - Children under 10
Family Fees (HST applies from July 1st, 2010):
$170 - Two adults per registration form, plus up to 4 children between the ages of 10 and 14. Adults must accompany the children on the ride.
Registration Now Open: Individual | Family
All proceeds go to support the Share the Road Cycling Coalition. Late registration opens at 8:30am (cash only please).
Greg's Ride includes:
Your ride(s) - well marked, with ride marshals, police presence and a short stop at the scene of Greg's accident; Ride distances of 30, 60 or 120 km.
A custom designed Share The Road Cycling jersey (Adults) or organic cotton T-shirt (Children)
Pre-ride refreshments and water along the route
Post ride BBQ
Other "goodies" in each rider's bag.
A chance to buy tickets to win a Aquila Road Bike!

More info here: http://www.sharetheroad.ca/greg-s-ride-2010-milton-p138075

Volunteers Needed

A celebration of women in sport... with the beginner at heart
www.womenstriathlon.com

Volunteers are needed for the 13th Milton Women’s Triathlon on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2010.

Volunteers are the heart of every Non-Profit organization. In the past we, at OWTS, have been thankful for the dedication of our Volunteer community. Milton Marlins Swim Team, Milton Triathletes, Milton Masters Aquatic Club and many individuals have dedicated both a Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning to this event. Not only because that is the kind of community we have, but also because each person is touched by the enthusiasm, joy and pride that each of our grass roots athletes experience while participating. It is truly an inspiring experience to see these women, many of them first time athletes, complete a goal that, prior to summer 2010, they thought was beyond their reach. Many of our past participants have continued on to become Pro-Triathletes and still come back to enjoy the experience year after year. Lesley Grice - Pro Triathlete, new mom will return to the event that was her first triathlon.

If you want to be a part of this experience please contact me ASAP. You can be sure that WE NEED YOU.
Anna Morris - 905-691-5338 - abmorris@cogeco.ca or contact the OWTS website www.womenstriathlon.com

All proceeds from this event go to Girls Inc of North Halton, and a donation is made to the Milton Marlins Swim Team.
If you have a group of (15) or more adult volunteers that can dedicate themselves to a Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning, let me know. Donations to Athletic or Charity groups for dedicated, hard working volunteers are possible, contact me and we’ll talk!

Details:
Saturday, Sept 4, 2010:
Event Set up - time TBA, most likely 5pm - 7pm
Sunday, Sept 6, 2010:
Park entry at 6:30am, entry after 6:30am may require a Park Entry Fee that we will be unable to refund
Refreshments during the event and lunch afterwards provided
Expect to be in the park until 12Noon
Volunteers needed for Body Marking, Swim, Transition, Bike, Run, Finish Line

Hope to hear from you soon.
Thank you,
Anna Morris
OWTS Board Member

7 Systems Contest

Last month 7SYSTEMS launched a contest for people to enter and to compete to improve their times from last year (by 7% or more) and prizes for those that do.

Now, it’s time to VOTE for the person you want to see as a finalist in the 7SYSTEMS DO MORE contest to see who can improve their race time by 7% over last year!

Eleven athletes, including friends Ajay Kohli and Deanna Solomon, believe they can DO MORE this season and are looking for a little help from 7SYSTEMS endurance sport supplement. All of the athlete stories are posted online and now it’s your job to vote for the athlete you believe can DO MORE. Simply log in at http://www.7systems.ca/?page_id=1746 and then read each athlete’s story, and VOTE.

7SYSTEMS endurance sport supplement contains over 60 key ingredients. Tested by high performance athletes, 7SYSTEMS is being credited by many athletes as a factor in their success. It simple terms, many athletes feel that 7SYSTEMS helps them DO MORE. Find our more at www.7systems.ca

What are you reading?

A few months back our teacher-librarian thought it would be a great idea if we created photo posters that showed us reading so that we may inspire our students to read. So we each chose a book and then some of us dressed the part too. My book called Duck on a Bike, by David Shannon, it is one of my favorite read alouds that can be used at different grade levels. It is a story about a duck who sees a bike and decides to ride it through the farm. When the other animals see him they all have opinions of Duck riding the bike. But later, when more bikes become available, all the animals true feelings come out and they all decide to ride. Of course they have a blast, which reminds me of riding with my buddies. The illustrations are priceless and great to look at as the story is told. If you have young kids I highly recommend this book to share with them.

FORCE wins, No quarry to be developed!

This is great news (read below)! Not often the community rallies and wins!!! Congrats to all those who have put forth a great effort. It was all worth it. I know I will benefit from the safer roadways.

For more information about the amazing organization that began in 2004 checkout the Friends Of Rural Communities and Environment

Here is the press release:

Our fight against the St. Mary's Cement quarry is finally over…..we won!!!

Province intervenes to prevent quarry development, Responds to community concern for groundwater conservation

April 13, 2010 --

Today the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing issued a Ministerial Zoning Order (MZO) under Section 47 of the Planning Act to freeze the zoning of 154 hectares of land in the former Town of Flamborough. As a result, St. Mary's Cement Inc. is prohibited from using these lands for a proposed major quarry development.

The MZO comes after concerns about the potential impact on groundwater raised by Hamilton City Council, the Halton Regional Council, local Medical officers of Health and countless citizens potentially impacted by the development.

"Today is a watershed day for our community and a fitting tribute to the enormous community-based leadership that articulated the case against the proposed St. Mary's Quarry so very well," said MPP Ted McMeekin."

With the MZO, the zoning on the land shall remain 'Rural and Conservation Management' in perpetuity and ONLY those uses consistent with this designated zoning will be permitted. This ensures the long-term protection of groundwater resources in this sensitive area.

"Our community came together and stood shoulder to shoulder in the fight to stop the quarry," said McMeekin. "In so doing we have not only protected the water resource we hold sacred but also the environmental heritage of this area."

The community-based opposition to the quarry was led by FORCE, Friends of the Rural Community and the Environment.

"This is a joyous day for our communities," said Graham Flint, Chair and Spokesperson for Friends of Rural Communities and the Environment (FORCE). "We thank Ted for his tireless efforts to champion our cause at the provincial level and applaud the McGuinty government for hearing and responding to the very real concerns of our local municipalities and citizens about this massive open pit mine proposal. Now our drinking water, the air we breathe, the fragile natural features in this area, our way of life and the roads we use to work, live and play will be protected."

"It's clear that at every stage of the fight to protect our community, FORCE has been a force to be reckoned with. FORCE was able to combine sound research with the ability to articulate the justness of their cause in a compelling manner. I am very proud of FORCE, its leader Graham Flint, and our entire community for the responsible way the battle on this critical issue has been waged," added McMeekin.

For further information contact

Ted McMeekin MPP 905-690-6552

7 Systems March 2010 - Athlete of the Month

I was very surprized and honoured when I was informed that 7 Systems was going to feature me as Athlete of the Month in the their online magazine for March. To sign up for this free e-magazine, click here. Each DoMore eMag features; success stories, tips from coaches and pro's, nutrition news, community features, upcoming events and product news and specials.

Here is the article and picture that was included:

JJ Neely is the proud father of Hannah (6) and Calvin (3). With the help of his wife, Mary, he is able to balance life's priorities and do more. A full time elementary teacher, JJ shares his active lifestyle with his students by coaching a running club and taking students on bike hikes through the trails and parks of Mississauga.

As a former national level competitive swimmer he was enticed into the triathlon community by a friend. One day on a run with his friend, he expressed an interest in buying a big screen TV and was told to forget the TV and buy a bike. He took the advice and as he embraced the triathlon lifestyle, his eagerness to compete again grew and he soon found himself racing again. With two Ironman finishes and multiple 70.3 races on his resume, JJ also enjoys participating in local triathlons throughout Ontario. One of his greatest accomplishments so far, has been qualifying and participating in the 2008 70.3 World Championships is Clearwater, Florida.

JJ's commitment and enthusiasm for the sport continues to develop, as he is currently the President and Swim Coach for the Mississauga Triathlon Club and Kelso Open Water Swim Club. After becoming a Triathlon Canada Certified Coach, JJ created Focus in Training, a coaching company that allows him to share his knowledge, experience and love for triathlon with others.

JJ does more because he can. With the help of 7 SYSTEMS, he enjoys being a healthy role model for his children, students, athletes and friends. Looking to be faster after forty, this triathlete has his sights set on qualifying for the World Championships in the near future.

Nathan Speed Belt 4

I have recently begun using a Nathan Speed Belt 4 hydration system and have been very impressed. This is a very versatile piece of equipment. It comes with four 10oz bottles and two pockets. An ideal piece of gear for walking, hiking, running or any outdoor activity. Use it with your dogs, kids or for yourself, it doesn’t matter the Speed Belt 4 is designed for multi-use.

The two pockets are quite different; one is an elasticized pouch that is separated into 2 sections with velcro, you can easily stash a cell phone, nutrition bars or gels, a music player or other bulky items you may need for your walk, hike, or run. An added cool feature is a hook that you can put your key(s) on that then remains inside the pouch for added protection. So when reaching in to pull out a gel you won’t fumble and lose your keys while still on the move. The second pocket has a zipper and has a slim design so it is a great place for your id, emergency money or to put wrappers when you are finished eating.

The actual belt has a very sturdy design. It has some elasticity to it however it is firm. My first thought was that it may not be too comfortable for running however it was quite the opposite. After a 90 minutes run I had no chafing and found that the bottles did not jiggle up and down. I actually was able to run without thinking that I was wearing the Speed Belt.I like the large size of the bottles (10 oz) which means longer running before re-filling. Also, it gives me the flexibility to carry 2, 3 or 4 bottles depending on the duration of my activity. The rubber nozzles work great when opening and closing while on the run. The best feature may be the bottle holders and how you access them. With the Speed Belt, it is a one handed withdraw and a one handed put back. This is awesome and I love it! No more breaking stride or slowing to get a drink. As I mentioned before the bottles do not bounce up and down and are very secure in the holders.

I really do enjoy my Nathan Speed Belt 4 hydration and it has already become an important piece of training equipment for me. If you are interested stop by your local Running Free store and check out the selection of Nathan products or shop online here.

Happy training.