I am proud to announce we were able to raise $75,000 this season (January 2014 - June 2014).  Thank you to all who helped make this happen.  Without the support of all of you - Team Vogel would not be.

One of my favorite parts, post Team Vogel Season, is getting the pictures from Keelie.  The day is busy and often there isn't enough time to take in all the happenings.  She has a way of capturing the event and the hearts of all.

We still have a few 2014 Team Vogel shirts remaining.  If you are interested in purchasing one, here's the details...

Sizes Available - M - L and XL

Cost - $15

If you are looking for something fun to do this summer with a group of friends - your family - or yourself, you should definitely check out the Where Is That 2014 Contest...

...Here are a couple examples of the things you have to find :)...

Before signing off for a bit - I want to share two of my favorite things from this week...

Gearing up to head up north with the Gals for a week.  I am sure adventures are in my near future.

Enjoy the simple things and stay tuned for BWCA follow-up.
-Rach

As I sit here at Team Vogel Headquarters (my old office at school), reflecting on the weekend...  All I can say is THANK YOU!  

Thank you to everyone who shared their time and talents.  This past weekend would not have happened without the army of support that helped carry us through.  From flipping pancakes - to starting the national anthem - to helping pick up garbage - to laughing with others... THANK YOU!

Often I find myself wondering what would Joe say - what would Joe think...(We have a lot of catching up to do.  He thought I talked alot before....)  This is definitely one of those times.  

His dream has become a spirit in many of us.  Thank you for embracing the "Pay it Forward" way.

As we continue to wrap up loose ends - we will do our best to have an event follow-up blog up by Sunday (June 29) including tournament results, race results, and many pictures.

Team - We did it!

The Loggers Event snuck up on this year...but I am hopeful many of you are free on Thursday, June 26 and up for a fun night at the ball field.  We will not be gathering the Team prior to the game for the annual bus trip (this year), but hope many of you will venture to the game in support of Strike Out Colon Cancer.  

Details are listed below.  You are able to purchase tickets at the gate.  And a guaranteed good time (and cold beverage) waits for you inside.

In celebration of the 5th year - we had special shirts available at the event on Saturday.  If you are interested in a Believe shirt, please contact:
         [email protected]
               **by Friday, June 27**

Believe Shirts are $20 - You can send your payment to ...
Team Vogel
PO Box 30063
Winona, MN 55987

Walking out of the trailer on Saturday, I noticed a note on the back of one of the family posters.  A note to Joe.  A young man wrote a note to his Uncle Joe, rolled it  up, and attached balloons to it so it would make it to Heaven...

Signing off for the week -
Rach

I will take a stack please!!!!  
New this year - we will be offering a pancake breakfast.

When: 8am until gone - (Saturday, June 21)
Where:  Jaycee Pavilion (Team Vogel Headquarters for the Day)
Cost: $5
-3 Cakes and 2 Sausage-

Grab some breakfast after the race - grab some breakfast while you watch others race...

If would like to pick up your race packet or shirt order - prior to Saturday....

Race Packet and Shirt Pick-up
When:  Thursday, June 19 - 2014
Where:  Central Elementary
(317 Market St. - please use the Market St. Doors)
Time:  6pm - 8pm


If you are unable to make this pick up time, your packet and / or shirt will be at the Jaycee Pavilion for you on 
Saturday, June 21 - 2014.

Please email Amanda with any questions - [email protected]

The Silent Auction Items are really coming together.  Featured Items...
-Notre Dame Home Opener Tickets
-Twins Tickets
-Hunting Basket
-Kid's Baskets
-1/2 a Hog and Processing
-Harley Jacket
-Fogarty Prints
-Autographed Items
...AND MUCH MUCH MORE!

The silent auction will open on Saturday - June 21, 2014 following the race (around 9 am).  Stop down to the Jaycee Pavilion and check out all the amazing baskets.  The auction will close at 4 pm.

Next to the Silent Auction the Bucket Raffle will open at the conclusion of the race on Saturday too (around 9ish).  The bucket raffle is a fun way to take a chance ($1 per chance) and try to win an amazing prize.  Here are some of the prizes we have lined up....

...An AMANZING quilt (people have already purchased tickets for this one, a Kindle Fire, Box Seat Tickets for the Lynx, Twins Tickets, and MORE.  The bucket raffle will end at 5 pm on Saturday.

Team Vogel is a Team.  A Team of People all sharing an amazing spirit.  A spirit to "Pay it Forward".  Here's a glimpse of what the Team has pulled off in the past few weeks...

The next two images will be at the event on Saturday...One will be on the Bucket Raffle and the other on the Silent Auction.  Two local artists took their talents to these boards and made some pretty outstanding Cornhole Boards.  (I am thinking these may be better hung on the wall.)  Thank you Jody and Rachel for making these.  They are above and beyond what I was expecting...

...And the spirit in the parade.  Thank you to all the Fire Crew, Y staff, and Y kids who joined Team Vogel in the parade.

As I sign off tonight my thoughts are simple...Embrace each day, for some people do not have the opportunity to do so.  Hug the ones you love often and tell them too.  Do something kind for someone you don't know.  Live each day to the fullest - and if you struggle to do this one day...you can always try harder tomorrow.

Hope to see you on Saturday!
-Rach

So sometimes you just have to call it like it is...Last week was not my finest week for blog posts and mass emails.  I apologize for the corrections that were needed.  I am hoping that this week goes a little smoother.  So here goes nothing...

Events and Contacts:
For more information on an event - please click the highlighted link.

•Men’s Softball Tournament (Saturday and Sunday)[email protected]
  *This will be a 16 team tournament with guaranteed three games.

•Women’s Softball Tournament (Sunday Only)......... [email protected]
  *This will be an 8 team double elimination tournament.

•Cornhole Tournament (Saturday Only)......... [email protected]
   *This will be a 32 team, open tournament.

•5K / 1 mile Run / Walk  (8 a.m. Saturday)........amandaweifenbach @live.com
   *Pre-registration deadline is June 13th 

•Silent Auction  ............................................  [email protected]

•Home Run Derby (Saturday Evening)  .................. [email protected]

•Food & Beverages(Pavilion & ball fields).......... [email protected]

•Bucket Raffle.......................................... amandaweifenbach @live.com

•Bake Sale..................................... [email protected]

And just a note for all who love a good silent auction...  The process of collecting all items for the auction has started and there are some pretty amazing items...

-1/2 a Hog (including the processing)
-2 Tickets to Notre Dame's Home Opener vs. Rice
-MN Gophers Tickets
-Twins Tickets
-Handmade Quilt
-Baby Baskets
-Movie Baskets
...and sooooo much more!

If you are interested in a 2014 Team Vogel T-Shirt, here's how to order....

Option#1 - Pre-register for the 5K / 1 mile run walk.  Eyeerone who pre-registers for the race will receive a t-shirt with their race packet.  The pre-registration deadline is Friday, June 13th.  CLICK HERE to register for the race.

Option #2 - If you would just like to order a shirt(s)...
1.  Email Amanda at [email protected]
2.  Please include the shirt size(s) you would like.  (YS, YM, YL, S, M, L, ...)

Shirts are $15.

Thank you to everyone who made it out on Friday to the Hot Dog and Brat Stand.  It was another amazing turnout!  And the one place I could sport this amazing outfit with pride.  Thank you Midtown for welcoming us each year.

And for those who did not see my post last night...

I am honored to post this (again) - MATT ACCOMPLISHED HIS GOAL.  It was amazing seeing him cross the finish line...  What a way to celebrate 5 years!

AMOUNT RAISED - $2185 + pledges to match

To read all of Matt's Story / Goal - click HERE.

I've started and restarted this "...and a Note from Rach." section 4 times now.  That's my sign it is time to go home for the night.  So my note is simple.

THANK YOU!

Hugs - Rach

I am honored to post this - MATT ACCOMPLISHED HIS GOAL.  It was amazing seeing him cross the finish line...

AMOUNT RAISED - $2185 + pledges to match


To read all of Matt's Story / Goal - click HERE.

Holy Buckets - It's June 1st...  20 Days til Saturday, June 21st - the 5th Annual Team Vogel vs Cancer Fundraiser.  It's going to be a busy - but amazing month.  Hoping you will be able to join us for one of our upcoming events.  

Ready or not - June's here and there's a heck of a lot going on!

To read more about Matt's Challenge and support his efforts - CLICK HERE.

And a note to Matt...  Matt - thank you for believing in Team Vogel.  We are completely honored to celebrate 5 years with you!  I can't wait for Sunday to come and see you cross the finish line.  Please know - you are an inspiration too.  

To all who have supported Matt's Challenge - THANK YOU!

I'm proud to share with everyone, at this time Matt's Challenge has raised $1,300 + pledges to match if Matt finishes in under 2 hours and 30 mins.

Stay tuned...I promise to post a note on Sunday with Matt's results.

If you would like a 2014 Team Vogel vs Cancer T-Shirt...It's time to order one.

To Order:

Option #1 - Pre-register for the 5k / 1 mile run walk.  Everyone who pre-registers for the race will receive a t-shirt with their race packet.  The pre-registration deadline is FRIDAY, JUNE 13th.  CLICK HERE to register for the race.

Option #2 - If you would just like to order a shirt(s)...
1.  Email Amanda at [email protected]
2.  Please include the shirt size(s) you would like.  (YS, YM, YL, S, M, L,...)

Shirts are $15 each.

Events and Contacts:
Please click on the individual links for more detailed information and how to register / sign up to participate.

•Men’s Softball Tournament  (Sat. and Sun.).  .  .  [email protected]
**This will be a 16 team tournament with guaranteed three games.

•Women’s Softball Tournament (Sunday Only).  .  .  [email protected]
 **This will be an 8 team double elimination tournament.

 •Cornhole Tournament (Saturday Only) .  .  . [email protected]
 **This will be a 32 team, open tournament.

•5K / 1 mile Run / Walk  (8 a.m. Saturday).  .  .  [email protected]
 **Pre-registration deadline is June 13th 

•Silent Auction  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  [email protected]

•Home Run Derby (Saturday Evening).  .  .  .  .  .  .  [email protected]

•Food & Beverages .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . [email protected]

•Bucket Raffle  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . [email protected]

 •Bake Sale   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  [email protected]

Signing off for the week!
-Rach