Coming in April, 2010!

A FULL week of fantastic cycling in California's Central Coast Wine Country!

The Central Coast of California is known as a spectacular wine region with a rugged, dramatic coastline, but cyclists and outdoor athletes have also long appreciated the beautiful countryside, clean air, and absolutely amazing spring flowers in the area of Paso Robles, just north of San Luis Obispo. With a "classic American town" as its base, we'll enjoy rolling rides along the coast and through vineyards and farmland, a winery tour, and more, making this centrally located camp a perfect Spring Break.

Includes entry and participation in the Wildflower Century (50, 75, or 100mi) at the end of our week. We don't organize that event, but it has a fine reputation, we have ridden it before, and it covers a spectacular route. We will be riding it, too, and your Wildflower Century entry fee is included in the CORPScamp entry fee (unless it is already sold out when you register with us).

CORPScamp features a specific route each day, with route sheets, support vehicle on the course, and two or more ride leaders. The group is encouraged to ride together at a conversational pace for the first ten miles, then everyone is free to ride at their own pace; most routes feature various distance options, too. Each afternoon at our CORPScamps features "The Yoga Social" with a rejuvenating CORPSyoga class taught by a fellow cyclist, Elizabeth Jefferson, who was trained at the world renowned White Lotus Foundation and holds a Yoga Alliance RYT 200 instructor certification, not to mention a Ph.D. in chemistry. CORPSyoga is designed for all camp participants, regardless of yoga background, or lack thereof, and is designed to help each camper unwind, accelerate recovery for the next day's adventure, minimize the chance of injury, and rejuvenate and restore energy balance. Social time before and after the actual yoga class gives everyone a chance to swap stories while enjoying herbal tea by Joshua Tree Products and/or Hammer Nutrition Recoverite. Each camp also includes two group dinners, plus optional hikes and other outings. One-on-one coaching and custom bike fitting is also available at no extra charge. Every activity is optional, though; campers are free to "check out any time you like" if they want a break, extra rest, or private time.

Please understand that CORPScamp Wildflower is designed as a multi-day lifestyle adventure - a full week of fantastic cycling and outdoor adventure in an otherworldly place - and the camp is only as difficult as YOU want it to be. Most days, participants can make their daily mileage any number they want! We're not timing everyone and we're not keeping score. So please don't be put off by the name - CORPScamp is only as hard core as you want to make it! If you love cycling and want to get away from it all and enjoy the company, and insights, of fellow cyclists, then you will enjoy CORPScamp Wildflower!

Read more about the idea behind CORPScamp, as well as an overview of the different locations.

Your CORPScamp enty fee includes:
- Seven days of awesome cycling: Route slips and maps; two ride leaders
- Support vehicle with cycling snacks, drinks, and energy foods on the road each day
- Dynamic Warm-Up each morning
- CORPSyoga class each afternoon
- Two group dinners: Monday evening and Friday evening
- Coaching and/or expert bike fitting, if desired
- Entry in the Wildflower Century at the end of our week together (unless it is already sold out when you register with us)
- AdventureCORPS 100% Organic Cotton t-shirt and hat
- AdventureCORPS water bottle
- Hammer Nutrition samples and catalogue
- Participation in the Friday evening raffle for a variety of cool stuff, including the Grand Prize, a wool jersey of the winner's choice made by Earth Wind and Rider.

Registration is limited to 50: First come, first served. Sorry, there is no discount for attending less than the full week-long day camp.

Host Hotel

CORPScamp Wildflower will be based at the Paso Robles Inn in quiet, quaint downtown Paso Robles. CORPScampers are responsible for making their own hotel reservations directly with the Paso Robles Inn. We will also be happy to match up would-be roommates, so email us if you have a room you'd llike to share and we'll circulate your offer with the other CORPScampers.

The Paso Robles Inn has a limited number of rooms available at the special CORPScamp rate. The reservation code and information will be provided to each CORPScamp participant when they register for the camp (not posted here, so that only CORPScampers can use it). Do not delay in making your room reservations as our rooms will be released to the general public one month prior to the camp!

Daily Schedule

To Be Anounced Soon!

Pre- and Post-Ride: Each morning, we will do a five minute off-the-bike "Ron Jones' Dynamic Warm-Up", then we will depart on the ride. (This is done while standing, so no towels or props are needed.) Each afternoon we'll enjoy and benefit from "The Yoga Social" - a nice CORPSyoga class followed by quality chit-chat time on the lawn. Bring a yoga mat for the afternoon. Both of these very important pre- and post-ride activities will take place at the Paso Robles Inn.

In April the average low temperature in the Paso Robles area is 41, while the average high is 74, with a monthly average of 0.68 inches of rain. In other words, perfect cycling weather is predicted! Click here for the current weather in the Paso Robles area and click here for detailed weather data for the region.

For cycling, CORPScamp riders should come prepared for any possible mechanical failure or contingency. At the very least, all riders should carry a spare tube, tire, pump, patch kit, basic tools, water bottles, money, personal and medical identification, cell phone, money, credit card, and a good attitude. We also strongly recommend a yoga mat for the afternoon CORPSyoga class. Here's a Packing List you can print out and reference (Pdf format)!

New! Click here for AdventureCORPS Recommended Products and Services!

We highly recommend the fueling, hydration, and supplement products from Hammer Nutrition. Prepare yourself a "four hour bottle"* of Perpetuem, Sustained Energy, and/or HEED each day, bring along a flask of Hammer Gel and a container of Endurolytes and Anti-Fatigue Caps, and all you''l need is more water as your day unfolds out there.It's a simple but extremely effective way to sustain yourself for long days in the saddle. (We'll have a SAG van to provide water, but it's a good idea to bring a CamelBak, too.)

*My "four hour bottle" includes four scoops of Perpetuem and four scoops of HEED. This provides 920 extremely tasty calories, including 24 grams of protein, eight grams of fat, and a nice selection of electrolytes and more, not to mention lots of great, long-lasting carbo energy. I drink this mix slowly (hence the name, "four hour bottle") and drink plain water at the same time (about one bottle an hour).

1. All entrants are required to sign the Accident Waiver at check-in (before beginning the event). The waiver may not be modified in any manner.
2. Entry fees are non-transferable.
3. CORPScamp entry fees are refundable, less $100, until March 15, 2010, upon written request.
4. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.
5. We will keep you up-to-date via our email newsletter, but only if you choose to sign up for it. We will also send some CORPScamp Shasta-specific email updates directly to all campers.
6. CORPScamp Wildflower will take place rain or shine.
7. All riders must be friendly and must always display a good attitude before, during, and after the event.
8. All riders must carry proper personal identification and personal emergency contact phone number at all times while cycling. We recommend the fine products from www.RoadID.com.
9. All riders must wear a properly fitted and fastened helmet while cycling.
10. All riders must obey all laws and all relevant aspects of the California Motor Vehicle Code.
11. All riders must follow the basic rules for safe cycling, including, but not limited to: Ride to the right, single file at all times. Stop at all stop signs and red signals. Protect and warn one another about road hazards and traffic. Don't overlap wheels. Practice safe paceline and group riding etiquette. Be courteous to and cognizant of motorists.