I'm Out

Monk · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 5:44 pm Post subject: I'm Out

Well, the day has finally come... well almost. On Wednesday, I leave for Norway. I will be gone for two months, so please don't forget me. I will be back in earnest in August burning up the place once again, but for now, I am out.

Just in case anyone is interested, I am involved in a sport called Orienteering. (click here to see what Orienteering is) I am going to Norway to train for a month, because that is one of the best places to train. The sport originated in Scandinavia, and is a national pastime. Unfortunately, it hasn't gained much popularity in the States, so I am sure none of you have never heard of it, but our Swedish friends may have. In July, I will be traveling down to Spain to compete in the Junior World Orienteering Championships, representing the good ole US of A. At the end of July, I travel to Sweden for the biggest orienteering event in the world, the Swedish Oringen.

This sport has been a pretty big part of my life in the past year, as I have risen to number one in the 20 and under category, and I am only 16. I may be the first American to have a chance to compete competitively on the international level, so I am doing my best to make it happen.

I will miss all you guys, and especially burning up Avanti. Don't forget me, I will be back in August.

Here is a picture of a Finnish Orienteer:

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South-American Fire Ant · Registered User Joined: 25 Feb 2002 Posts: 26

so.... do you have a team or is it solo?

Monk · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 5:54 pm Post subject:

Hehe, RTFM

It is a solo sport just like any other running sport. Also like other running sports, there are relay competitions that involve a team.
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FragFailure · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 5:54 pm Post subject:

I guess we all learn something new each day, eh? Have fun while you go and your spot in TVB is always secure. See you online when you come back.
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Blue Ruler · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 6:46 pm Post subject:

Have fun and good luck

Congrads so far well done, see you when you get back

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OSU Snipe Shocker · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 6:49 pm Post subject:

Hey Monk, I sincerely wish you luck.

You should wear a Ville hat during the training

Hope to hear your name in the news!
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ROOFCUTTER · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 6:58 pm Post subject:

WOW Good luck. representing your country and being in on it in the begininng is really cool. Please don't make us wait till August for any updates. I will follow it online and root for you! Can you give us your real name and any links that may host the information?
Best to you and enjoy your trip.

Trigger Happy · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 7:04 pm Post subject:

Good luck Monk.
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Computer · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 8:02 pm Post subject:

Good Luck.

Although I do have to say at first I though this was just a joke b/c I've never heard of the sprt and I've been dupped a few times here. Hope all goes well
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hoaxie · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 8:15 pm Post subject:

Monk, that is positively awesome! I wish you much luck and great success! Have fun! I will be thinking of you while you are away and look forward to fraggin' your butt when you get back!
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John Doe · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 8:15 pm Post subject:

Good trip and good Luck Monk.

Give my regards to Bjorn Hjellstrom.

Since your into Orienteering I doubt that we will have to worry about you not finding your way home.

JD
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Monk · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 8:40 pm Post subject:

5th GHG E.G. Mine · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 8:43 pm Post subject:

Run like a wise monk on fire!

PondScum007 · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 8:49 pm Post subject:

GL man!

and i saw

Twisted29 · Posted: Mon May 27, 2002 9:51 pm Post subject:

Sweet!!!!!

Good luck Monk, go kick some serious orienting-butt! I must admit I've never heard of the sport, but it sounds kinda crazy. I like it! Any chance you'll be representing the states in a future olympics?