It's Plane Pull Week: Final Logistics for Saturday

• Arrive in the event parking lot about one hour before your scheduled 30-minute pull window
• If you do not know your window, reach out to your Team Captain!
• This window is subject to change if we get backed up (but we hope not)
• You will need to check in twice this year - once outside of security then inside when all of your team has arrived
• Gather your team near the Team Check-In Tent at the far end of the event near the planes
• Captains should consider bringing a team name sign, flag, or wearing something identifiable
• You will pull after your team is fully checked in; times may shift if we are ahead or behind schedule
• If your team does not have a scheduled pull window, email ehead@specialolympicsva.org right away

• Parking: FREE right outside the event entrance this year. Enter "Dulles International Airport" in GPS. Follow directional signs for "Event Parking." Please see the attached map
• Metro: The event is not as metro accessible as in years past. If you must take the metro, please plan on taking a car service from the stop to the event gate

• Gather near the Team Check-In Tent prior to presenting yourselves for check-in
• Work with your captain on specific meeting plans
• Some teams make fun and noticeable signs — a Plane Amazing idea!

• If you are receiving this email, you are officially registered online
• If any team members are not registered, forward this email and instruct them to register at www.planepull.com PRIOR to arriving at check-in
• Anyone not registered online will be required to register during check-in, which may delay your team

• Located in a large 10x50 tent near the planes at the far end of the event
• Teams should present themselves 30 minutes before their pull window
• Gather as a team before approaching the check-in stations
• Each member must individually check in
• Last-minute donations can be turned in at this time
• Minimum Donation Requirement: Teams must raise a minimum of $2,500 to participate

Team Incentive Pick-Up: Team captains or a designee may pick up incentives at the following times:

• Thursday, August 20, Noon–4 PM – Westin Washington Dulles
• Friday, August 21, Noon–4 PM – Westin Washington Dulles
• Event Day – Team Check-In Tent

Westin Washington Dulles Address: 2520 Wasser Terrace, Herndon, VA 2017

Notes:

• Do not leave cars in the valet area at the front entrance. Free garage parking and nearby street parking are available.
• Incentives include:
  
  • 25 hats in one bag
  • Custom shirts (if $7,500 raised by July 1) in one box
• Incentives will not be distributed individually and are for team captains or their designees only
• VIP Hospitality Tent bracelets (if team raised over $10,000)
• Teams may wear incentives at the event or keep them as a souvenir
• If your team is not receiving shirts, they may be purchased on-site

• Anyone who raises $100 by Monday night is eligible for a medal
• Medals will be mailed out post-event
• Keep fundraising to show athletes you are pulling for them

• The event is open to Plane Pull teams ONLY this year due to ongoing airport construction
• Team guests are allowed to come to the event are are NOT required to preregister
• Any guests will need to identify what team they are supporting to obtain entry

• Stadium-style clear bag policy enforced (bags larger than 5x7 must be clear)
• No bags, outside food, drinks, or animals unless service animals
• No weapons unless you are an officer in uniform
• Medical bags are permitted but will be searched
• All attendees go through magnetometers upon entry

• 5x7 bag or clear bag
• Sunglasses and hat
• Empty water bottle (inexpensive water is available to purchase)
• Closed toed shoes
• Weather-appropriate clothing (the event is rain or shine)
• Work or gardening gloves for pulling (none provided on-site)
• Cash or card for food
• Any extra cash or check donations to add to your team total at check-in

• Non-clear or large bags
• Animals (except service animals)
• Firearms or weapons of any type (unless a sworn officer in uniform)
• Outside food or drinks (complimentary water provided post-pull)
• Balloons
• Signs with anything other than a team name

Event Info and Help: Visit www.planepull.com for FAQ, maps, and Event Information

Questions? Contact:

• Ellen Head — ehead@specialolympicsva.org
• Nicole Kratzer — nkratzer@specialolympicsva.org

Thank you for being Plane Amazing. We can't wait to see you on the ropes this Saturday.