IMPORTANT NOTICE:  This is not a "standard" DFWNC Mission.  The staging point is different.  The Riders will have very little shade and may be walking distances of a quarter mile or so, one-way, with some uphill legs, between staging locations and the site of the service.  PLEASE, if you question, at all, how you will fare in high heat with some exertion and little shade, consider that this may not be the Mission for you.  For those who've stood DFWNC Missions in the past, this will NOT be what you are accustomed to - you must consider your physical condition and tolerance for heat.  Above all, we would not want to disrupt this solemn occasion or cause any distress to the family.

STAGING:  Upon entered the Main Entrance to the National Cemetery, proceed as usual toward the Visitors Center.  But at the intersection of the parking lanes, west of the Center, turn LEFT, up proceed up Trinity Way, past Shelter D, and follow the road to the staging point, just northwest of the intersection with Lone Star Circle (the loop around the lake - see the Map URL below).  The PGR vehicles will be parked single-file on the right side of Trinity Way and the Riders will be directed by the Ride Captains to their positions at the appropriate time.  Once in position, the Riders will stand tall and silent to honor Officer Zamarripa's service in the United States Navy, as well as his service in the Dallas Police Department.  Due to the anticipated number of attendees, the Riders are requested to be patient and cooperate with the Ride Captains as we adjust to the changing needs of the family, the Dallas PD, and Cemetery personnel.  Following the service, the Riders will be debriefed at a location designated by the Ride Captains.