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The countdown to our first start, July 14, 2008, is on!

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Preparing for the race

The myriad things you'll want to do before the start

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First Start: July 14, 2008. Counting down now!
  • Marina Village Party - RSVP by July 1, please
    Wed 07/09/08
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    Sat 07/12/08
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    Sat 07/12/08
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    Mon 07/14/08
  • Give Thanks we are on Hawaii
    Sun 07/27/08
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