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Night Series - Knock Murton

Night Series - Knock Murton
Thu 2nd Feb 2017
Kirkland
WCOC
NWOA
Local
Suitable for familiesSuitable for young childrenNight eventDogs are not allowed

Location

Venue:Knock Murton
Nearest town:Kirkland
Postcode:CA14 4SH
Grid reference:NY085198
Parking information:Parking is in the field along the track to Cogra Moss, signposted from Felldyke at NY085198.

Details

Description:Open fell area, fast running, apart from if the clag is down! Walk to start ~300m The format is the same as previous years with the events before the New Year being on easier terrain offering a Novice course (1-2 km) for those new to night orienteering as well as the usual Long (4-5 km) and Short (2-3 km) courses. In the New Year the venues get more technical and wilder, and so are not suitable for novice juniors at night. However, the intention is, where appropriate, to offer a lower technical difficulty (3-4 km) ‘Nighthawk’ course suitable for novice adults. Equipment: You will need a good lamp or light, preferably a headtorch to leave your hands free for the map and compass! The events really are great fun, and because you have to be sure of your location at all times, your orienteering skills will improve no end. The weather will generally be cold and wet, with underfoot conditions muddy, icy, or if we're very lucky snowy! The conditions will dictate the safety requirements. Clothing suitable for the terrain and conditions should be worn, so come prepared. It is recommended that you carry a whistle and spare batteries/torch. It is also advised that you wear some form of reflective clothing in the unlikely event of a search for a competitor who is hurt, unable to walk or is concussed). This shouldn’t be too difficult as most modern clothing, shoes, back packs or bum bags have some reflective sections or flashes. However, some reflective armbands will also be available at registration.
Type:Cross Country
Physical difficulty of terrain:Medium
Entry times:17:45 - 19:15
Punch type:SI
Competitions:Night League
Event number:71854
Final details web page:Click here

Courses

Course description:Long 4.5km Short 2.7km Nighthawk 2.6km
 
XS
0-2.5km
S
2.6-5.0km
M
5.1-7.5km
L
7.6-10km
XL
10.1km +
Very Easy
Easy
Medium
Hard
Very Hard
Course Technical Difficulty and Length (Km) are a guide to the standard of the courses offered.

Entry

Payment dateJunior/studentSeniorFamily/group
£2.00 (£2.00)£3.50 (£3.50)N/A
Non-member fees shown in brackets

Contact us

Club:WCOC
Association:NWOA
Contact:Mike Harrison
Email:miketharrison@yahoo.co.uk