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Night Series - Derwent Hill

Night Series - Derwent Hill
Thu 22nd Dec 2016
Keswick
WCOC
NWOA
Local
Suitable for familiesSuitable for young childrenNight eventDogs are not allowed

Location

Venue:Derwent Hill
Nearest town:Keswick
Postcode:CA12 5RB
Grid reference:NY254236
Parking information:At the Derwent Hill Centre, Portinscale (CA12 5RB)

Details

Description:In the grounds of the Derwent Hill Outward Bound Centre, Portinscale. 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:Easy
Entry times:17:30 - 19:00
Punch type:SI
Competitions:Night League
Event number:71743
Final details web page:Click here

Courses

Course description:Long ~4.5 km Short ~3.0 km Novice = 1+ km
 
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