Ouzel Valley South (Caldecotte)
8th August 2010
The sixth event in a series of informal Orienteering events to run throughout 2010 suitable for both beginners and more experienced orienteers and runners.
If you haven't tried orienteering before someone will be available to explain the basics and point you in the right direction. No special equipment is needed.
The event is based in the Southern part of Ouzel Valley, North of Caldecotte Lake. Most courses will also visit the adjacent estates. This event is advertised as 'Caldecotte' in the Parks Trust information but we are heading north this year to give regular competitors a bit of variety.
Starts:
From 10:00 to 12:00. (Except the Long course: 10:00 to 11:30)
Courses Close at 13:00
Courses:
Amble: About 3k: Very Straightforward, Suitable for complete novices whatever their level of fitness. Does not cross any estate roads and provides a pleasant walk with some navigational interest - the more competitive are welcome to run round.
Trot: About 5k: Still Straightforward. Suitable for adult beginners and those with a little experience who want to go a bit further. Also good for more experienced orienteers who want a run or walk that isn't too demanding. Crosses a few minor estate roads.
Run: About 7.5k: A longer course that is an extensive tour of the area, only suitable for fit and reasonably experienced orienteers.
Beginners should note that course lengths are the straight line distance between controls. As a straight line is rarely the best or easiest way between controls actual distances covered will be significantly further.
Entry fee:
Individuals and Families £3. Groups containing more than 2 adults £5. Extra maps £1. If you complete a course we will swap the map so you can do another course at no extra cost.
Other Information:
Mini Controls, punches and control cards will be used. Maps will be overprinted and bagged.
Come along and bring your friends.