People always ask what SAMA means. It started as kind of a joke. It was a sleeting, snowy day in early December. My friend and I were surfing a swell in Grand Haven. I looked over at him knowing we were supposed to both be at pre-Christmas family functions soon, and said "We are like Self Absorbed Michigan Adventurers." That kind of stuck, and like many of our friends we have a common passion for outdoor sports in Michigan, and we go out in any weather to get our sessions. He replied "Ya, SAMA!"

So it was born, the SAMA logo was fashioned by another like minded surfer friend from Grand Haven. SAMA is for all of you year round Michiganders and vacationers who know, love, and respect all the outdoor activities there are to do in Michigan. No matter the weather you will find us us out enjoying all the benefits of our unique freshwater paradise.

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

U.P. marathon!



Once again Braymer and Cooper proved they are always ready for any "Epic Mission!" After maybe four hours of sleep in TENTS they awoke at "dark thirty" and prepared for their journey. They had to catch the runners' ferry over to Grand Island to hit the trails. After tredging through slippery muddy spots, heavy sandy beaches, wooded trails, and the infamous gradual climb at mile 18 they arrived at the finish line . Sunny, Aaron, and I made it over just in time to cheer them in. Here is the quick clip of "mission accomplished!"

3 comments:

Ben said...

Great video!! Great trip!! Thanks again to Lesa and Aaron for being there. You two rock!!!

Mulder said...

Dude that looks killer! I'd do that with you guys next year if my knee is healed by then. Did you and Coops stick together the whole run? I bet there were some killer sites too.

Anonymous said...

Congrats to both of you, you rock. What a great accomplishment....