Ron Helmer -
Indiana University
Ron Helmer -
Indiana University
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Hone Quarry
This run winds through the George Washington National Forest, passes a mountain lake, and on through the woods on a dirt/ gravel road. Flat, uphill, rolling, this run provides a variety of terrain. It is an out and back run.
Bear Trap
This run is in the National Forest and has a rolling terrain on a dirt/gravel fire road. It is an out and back run.
North River Gorge
Mostly flat run along the North River. This is a trail run and also crosses the river. It is mostly shaded and has some great river views
Blue Hole
This run is on a gravel road that finishes on an asphalt road. The run starts with a gradual uphill then down and finishes on the flat. It is in the National Forest and much of it is shaded. Point to point run.
Reddish Knob
The “challenge run” as it is all uphill but you can’t beat the view at the top. At about 4000 feet it is one of the taller mountains in the area. You run 5 miles, 4 miles or 3 miles and 2.5 downhill to the bus parking.
Why run it - because you can! #KillTheHill
Typical camp schedule
Sunday
1:00 – 3:00pm Camper Registration: EMU - University Commons
4:00pm Meet on the EMU Outdoor track for a brief workout/short run for the entire camp
6:00-7:00pm Dinner
6:30-7:45pm Free time for campers
7:45pm Welcome Session in Lehman Auditorium for the entire camp
10:30pm In your own dorm room
10:45pm In your own room – dorm counselors will be doing a room check
11:00pm Lights Out
Monday
6:15am Wake Up
6:30am Meet on EMU Outdoor Track for morning run
8:00-9:00am Breakfast
8:30-10:00am Free time for campers (Gait Analysis - Q&A on shoes also – East Dining Room)
10:00am Morning Session in Lehman Auditorium for the entire camp
12:00-1:00pm Lunch
1:15-2:15pm Team Challenge
2:30pm Meet in Quad for afternoon run
6:00-7:00pm Dinner
6:30-8:00pm Free Time
7:00-7:30pm Domino Pizza Order: In front of University Commons
7:30pm Evening Session in Lehman Auditorium for the entire camp
9:30-10:30pm Free Time
10:30pm In your own dorm room
10:45pm In your own room – dorm counselors will be doing a room check
11:00pm Lights Out
Tuesday
6:15am Wake Up
6:30am Meet on EMU Outdoor Track for morning run
8:00-9:00am Breakfast
8:30-10:00am Free time for campers (Gait Analysis - Q&A on shoes also – East Dining Room)
10:00am Morning Session in Lehman Auditorium for entire camp
10:30am Mini Sessions
12:00-1:00pm Lunch
2:00pm Meet in Quad for afternoon run
6:00-7:00pm Dinner
7:00-7:15pm Domino Pizza Order: In front of University Commons
7:15-8:00pm Team Challenge
8:15pm Evening Session in EMHS Gym for the entire camp - YOGA
9:30-10:30pm Free Time
10:30pm In your own dorm room
10:45pm In your own room – dorm counselors will be doing a room check
11:00pm Lights Out
Wednesday
6:15am Wake Up
6:30am Meet on EMU Outdoor Track for morning run
8:00-9:00am Breakfast
8:30-10:00am Free time for campers (Gait Analysis - Q&A on shoes also – East Dining Room)
10:00am Morning Session in Lehman Auditorium for the entire camp
12:00-1:00pm Lunch
1:30-3:00pm Team Challenge
3:30-4:15pm Dorm Clean Up
4:15pm Afternoon Session in Lehman Auditorium for the entire camp
4:30pm Mini Sessions
6:00-7:00pm Dinner
6:30-8:00pm Free Time
7:00-7:30pm Domino Pizza Order: In front of University Commons
8:00pm Evening Session in Lehman Auditorium for the entire camp
9:30-10:30pm Free Time
10:30pm In your own dorm room
10:45pm In your own room – dorm counselors will be doing a room check
11:00pm Lights Out
Thursday
6:15am Wake Up
6:30am Meet on EMU Outdoor Track for morning run
8:00-9:00am Breakfast
8:30-10:00am Free time for campers (Gait Analysis - Q&A on shoes also – East Dining Room)
10:00am Morning Session in Lehman Auditorium for the entire camp
10:30am Mini Sessions
12:00-1:00pm Lunch
1:15-2:15pm Team Challenge
2:30pm Meet in Quad for afternoon run
6:00-7:00pm Dinner
6:30-8:00pm Free Time
7:00-7:30pm Domino Pizza Order: In front of University Commons
8:00pm Evening Session in Lehman Auditorium for the entire camp
11:00pm In your own dorm room
11:30pm In your own room – dorm counselors will be doing a room check
11:45pm Lights Out
Friday
6:15am Wake Up
6:30am Meet on EMU Outdoor Track for morning run
7:15-8:15am Breakfast
8:15-9:30am Checkout process
10:00am Lehman Auditorium – Closing Ceremonies for the entire camp
11:00am Camp Ends
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What should I bring?
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Physical: ONLY if you have NOT already submitted the physical online or emailed it to Dan Ireland. You can use the VHSL form. The physical date must be within one calendar year of camp. If you do bring it to camp please make sure it is a copy; keep the original for your school.
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Medications: If your child will have any medication (prescription or over the counter) with them at camp, you must fill out the medication form that was emailed to you. This should be sent with your child to camp on Sunday during registration or emailed to Dan Ireland. These will remain on file with our Athletic trainers. We will have three licensed athletic trainers on campus throughout the week. If there are any medical needs for your camper and you would like to speak with a trainer, trainers will be available during check-in on Sunday to talk with parents.
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​Room keys and swipe cards will be provided. Please bring 2 checks, $100.00 for a key deposit and $10.00 for the swipe card deposit. Both of these will be returned to you when you turn your key and swipe card in at the end of the week. We ask that you pay with a check. Checks need to be made separate from registration money and should be made out to EMU.
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Bedding: sheets for a twin bed, blanket, and pillow
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Shower items: at least two towels, shampoo, soap, washcloth
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Running outfits (you will run twice a day)
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At least two pairs of running shoes and plenty of socks
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Jacket, sweatshirt, rain gear
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Casual clothes and shoes
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Sleepwear
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Water bottle and drawstring bag to carry around belongings (make sure they are labeled)
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Personal items: sunscreen, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.
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You may bring snacks and drinks that you can leave in your room or place in the lounge refrigerators. If you use these refrigerators, make sure to label all your items.
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Spending money is needed if you wish to shop in the camp store or take advantage of the pizza delivery services available each night. A camp T-shirt, water bottle and a few other items are included in your registration fee. Other shirts, shorts, hats, books, etc. will be available for sale at the camp store, most items range from $10.00 to $50.00. A privately owned running store in Virginia (Lucky Road) will be at camp all week. They will have many running apparel items as well as shoes for sale. They take cash, check, or credit card.
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A coin operated laundry facility, snack area, rec room, track, and other recreational facilities will be available for your use.
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cAMP lOCATION
Blue Ridge Running Camp is located on the campus of Eastern Mennonite University.
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Check-In on Sunday will be held in the
University Commons building:
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1200 Park Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
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For more information about the school, visit Eastern Mennonite University on the web at: http://www.emu.edu/
