Stockbird HeadWed 23 Jun
Event 4 of the Summer Evening Series
Local level event
What does this mean?
Local events are usually low key and in the 'localised' area, ideal for newcomers to try the sport and Training events are non competitive and used for training and coaching, aimed at members of the club, but they can attract people from neighbouring clubs, and are often ideal for newcomers to try the sport. Regional events attract participants from around the local Region, National events are high quality competitions that will attract people from far away, Major events are Major Events such as a British Championships.
Terrain type: Woodland
Results
Report
The results are uploaded here, analysis links to follow. Please send any queries or comments about the results to 'loc_si@btinternet.com'.
Thanks to Jo for some great courses tonight in a lovely area, we hope you enjoyed the event. Thanks also to Carol for the Orange/Yellow registration organisation and the SI Team of Mike and Ali.
Overview
Stockbird Head is a compact competition area, comprising predominantly delightful deciduous woodland, with odd pockets of coniferous plantation. One of these has recently been clear felled leaving a bit of a scar across the southern slope. Both technical courses cross this, to make the most of the small area, but this is otherwise a pretty runnable wood. Climb on all courses is quite modest, with the north-east half of the map presenting lots of subtle contour details, testing fine navigation skills.
Location Info
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Near: Bouth Lat,Lng: 54.26090,-3.03650 OS Grid Ref: SD326855 Postcode: LA12 8JA
The pins on the maps show the location of the parking, the start may be some distance away
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Directions / Parking
Parking will be at Old Hall Farm, Bouth, grid reference SD326855, the charge will be £1 per motor vehicle, payable on the night.
Pre-event Details
Map / Terrain
Stockbird Head is a compact competition area, comprising predominantly delightful deciduous woodland, with odd pockets of coniferous plantation. One of these has recently been clear felled leaving a bit of a scar across the southern slope. Both technical courses cross this, to make the most of the small area, but this is otherwise a pretty runnable wood. Climb on all courses is quite modest, with the north-east half of the map presenting lots of subtle contour details, testing fine navigation skills.
Course Information
4 courses will be offered:
| Course | Distance (km) | Climb (m) | Controls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long | 4.1 | 17 | |
| Short | 3.4 | 14 | |
| Orange | 1.2 | 9 | |
| Yellow | 1.2 | 10 |
Courses will close at 19.30.
There will be a safety control after the Finish, please punch there as you go past as it is an important part of our safety strategy.
The Start will be 600m from parking, please allow10 minutes, and the Finish will be about 10 minutes from assembly.
Please remember to return to Download as soon as possible when you have finished your run.
Entry Details
- Seniors: £5
- Juniors/Students: £3
Registration and Start times
Registration will be by pre-entry only using SIEntries based on 15 minute time blocks for the Long and Short courses. The final start list is available here. There will be a limit of 105 entries on these courses.
Start times for the Long and Short courses will be available from 16.45 until 18.30. It will be about 15 minutes walk to the start
Registration for the Orange and Yellow courses, which are particularly aimed at families, juniors and novice runners, will be by entry on the day (EOD), opening at 16.45, and SI cards (dibbers) and compasses will be available for those who do not have one. However, these competitors must register by e-mail to Carol McNeill by e-mail <crlmcneill@gmail.com> in order to book an entry and we request that novice runners should start by 17.45 at the latest. Entries on the Orange course must go to the separate Orange Registration Point.
Some competitors may be asked to stay until 19.30 when courses close in case someone fails to return on time.
Facilities
Precautions
Competitors take part at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety.
Whistles will be compulsory.
Since this is a Lakeland woodland area please remember that you need to wear or carry appropriate clothing. Full lower leg cover is required. If the weather is inclement, cagoules may be advised on the day.
There are a few public footpaths through the completion areas – please avoid contact with the public!
Traders
There will be no traders or food stalls.
Toilets
There are no toilets at the event.
First aid and medical
First aid will be available at the finish but please DIY if at all possible to avoid unnecessary contact.
Companions will be asked to take injured people to hospital if needed.
Local Accident and Emergency – Westmorland General Hospital,
Burton Road, Kendal, LA9 7RG. (01539 732288)
https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/visiting-our-hospitals/parking-facilities/westmorland-generalhospital
Dog restrictions
<p>Dogs must be on lead.</p>
Contacts / Officials
Planner/organiser: Jo Cleary
Safety controller: Carol McNeill