Summer 2KerreraSun 02 June, 2024
Local level event
Explanation of Event levels
Local events are usually low key and in the 'localised' area, ideal for newcomers to try the sport and Activities are non competitive events 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.
Results
Report
Another really successful event from EckO, thanks to planner Dave Bleazard and controller Carol Burnapp. The weather was better than forecast and, in contrast to last month's accessible location, with mostly simple orienteering, Kerrera involved a ferry crossing and a 2km hike just to get to the start, before exposing competitors to interesting, mostly path free terrain. (If you thought getting to the start a bit of a toil, think of Dave and Carol visiting to recce, then check control sites, then set out controls, and finally cart equipment uphill.)
Turnout was again excellent and nobody mispunched or retired - a tribute to Dave and Carol's courses. A big thank you to all who helped collect controls and carried equipment back to the ferry.
If you ran Blue, Green or Light Green please consider entering your route by clicking the link to Routegadget. You can do this by hand or by uploading your GPS file. Doing so allows you to compare your route choices with those of others. It is also useful to planners to see competitors' routes.
Pre Event Info
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The start is approximately 2km and 100m climb up the track west from the ferry (a 25 minute walk or 15 minute cycle). The track goes past Balliemore farm and takes the next left to the high point of the track.
The ferry starts running at 10:00am and runs every 30 minutes or on demand as people are waiting
The ferry only takes 12 passengers so you might have to wait your turn and ferry tickets NEED to be purchased in advance via the Calmac website or app.
The ferry goes off for lunch between 12:30 and 2:00 so bring some food, water, spare clothing etc. with you.
Please note that no dogs are allowed
Location Info
Near: Oban Lat,Lng: 56.40116,-5.53043
Open an interactive map in:
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Streetmap (OS 50k)
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BingMap (OS 50k)
Directions / Parking
Follow the coast road (Glenshellach Road) south west from Oban to the mainland Kerrera ferry slipway. Parking is at this point. Please park considerately as the public use this parking area as well.
Map / Terrain
The ground is quite rough on Kerrera. Courses take account of this. Due to the limitations of the mapped area, the yellow and orange courses will cover rougher ground than is normal. There are a few unmapped quad bike tracks which can help.
Registration and Start times
The start is a 25 minute walk or 15 minute cycle up the track west from the ferry. The track goes past Balliemore farm and takes the next left and to the high point of the track.
Courses are open from 10:30 til 12:00 noon and close at 2:30pm.
Course Information
Courses
Yellow 1.9Km 75m climb - Uses simple linear features like paths, walls and streams. Mainly used by under 12’s and family groups
Orange 1.9Km 90m climb - Basic use of the compass and route choice. Ideal for novice adults or experienced youngsters
Light Green 2.5Km 130m climb - ideal for improvers as the navigational difficulty begins to increase; uses simple contour and point features
Green 3.1Km 175m climb - for experienced orienteers. Physically and technically challenging.
Blue 4.9Km 290m climb - for experienced orienteers. Physically and technically challenging but longer than Green.
Entry Details
Juniors (under 21, students): £3
Seniors: £5 (members): £6 (non members)
We very much prefer online entry and online payment of entry fees.
Please email info@ecko.org.uk with the following details for each competitor:
- Name
- Club
- Dibber number (we will allocate a club dibber for those who don't have their own).
- Preferred course
- Payment method (bank transfer or cash)
EckO bank details:
Account name: Loch Eck Orienteers
Sort code: 87-43-62
Account number: 75376768
Cash payment can be made at registration using a labelled envelope.
Pre-event entry closes on Saturday, 1st June at midday to allow time for map printing.
Entry on the day is possible, but we print only a few extra maps and so there is a risk you won't get a map
Dog restrictions
Dogs are NOT allowed at the event due to sheep and lambs in the competition area. Ignoring this request could jeopardize the club's use of the area in the future. Please do not bring your dog.
Facilities
A first-aid kit will be with the organiser at Start/ Finish/ Download
There are no facilities at the event, however the Kerrera tea room is open from 11 - 4pm. There is also a small farm shop at Balliemore Farm.
Shelter (TBC)
Contacts / Officials
Dave Bleazard - Planner/ Organiser
Carol Burnapp - Controller
info@ecko.org.uk