Course details: subject to final controlling.
If you wish to take part in the Founders' Trophy, enter the appropriate course for your age class, or you may 'run-up'.
Brown 8.8km 170m climb
M20, Men's Open, Women's Open
Entered: 6
Blue 6.6km 120m climb
M16, M18, M45+, W20, W35+
Entered: 8
Green 4.6km 80m climb
M65+, W16, W50+
Entered: 13
Short Green 3.3km 60m climb
M75+, W70+
Entered: 4
Light Green 4.5km 125m climb
M14, W14
Orange 3.5km 80m climb
M12, W12
Entered: 4
Yellow 2.5km 50m climb
M10, W10
Entered: 1
White 1.7km 35m climb
Novice
Entered: 1
Dress:
Full arm and leg cover - no shorts or vests.
Travel directions:
The entrance to the car parking is via a left turn off the A35, approximately 2km east of Bere Regis.
Grid Reference SY 87076 93961.
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Parking is along a forestry road as directed by parking attendants.
The track is one way so you will continue up the track following signs and exit at the other end, turning left onto the A31.
PLEASE SEE THE FINAL DETAILS FOR FULL TRAVEL AND PARKING INFORMATION.
Other instructions:
Whistles are compulsory.
No dogs permitted.
Terrain:
A mixture of runnable woods with marshy areas.
Mapping:
Scale 1:10,000. 5m contours. Last used for the Compass Sport Cup qualifier Feb 24. All courses printed on A4 waterproof paper. Control descriptions for all courses on the map and loose in the start lanes.
SIAC enabled Sport Ident electronic punching will be used.
Results:
https://www.wimborne-orienteers.co.uk/
Timings
Registration: 1000 – 1230 hrs
Starts: 1030 – 1300 hrs (subject to Army starts)
Courses close 1500 hrs
Facilities
Portaloos and a catering wagon selling locally produced meals.
Officials:
Organiser: Vicky McCreadie
Planner: Philip Harvey
Controller: Roger Crickmore (WSX)
All competitors must ensure they are fully hydrated before starting, there will be water at the finish. Carry water, reduce your course length or walk the course to ensure you achieve your aim safely.