Nav Challenge 1

Description:

First race of the annual nav challenge league

County:

Wicklow

Date:

Sunday 21st August, 2022

Time:

10:30

Climb (m):

950

Distance (km):

16.00

Event Difficulty:

9 (3,3,3) - Difficult Terrain, >500M ascent, >10Km

Race Marking:

- Route not marked

GPS Allowed:

No

Leagues:

Navigational Challenge 

Getting There:

Wicklow Gap (Inner) Carpark, O 074 001

Organisers Instructions:

Entries: Entries will open at 8pm Wednesday (tomorrow) and will close at 6pm on Saturday. Vouchers will be accepted on the day if you're registered for the year and are lucky enough to still have one! ALL RUNNERS MUST SIGN IN AT REGISTRATION REGARDLESS OF ENTRY METHOD.

Description: A nav challenge is a navigation race where competitors use a map to find checkpoints. A list of six figure grid references will be given out at the start of the race. Make sure you bring a pen to mark up the map! Checkpoints are generally on obvious features but route choice is key! To make the race as inclusive as possible 5 minutes later a master map may be inspected for those wanting to ensure they have transcribed the grid references correctly. Navigational experience is recommended; however, the short course is more suitable for less-experienced navigators. A dedicated volunteer will be on hand at registration to provide advice if required.

Courses: Long 13k, 950m climb (as the crow flies - plan for 16k if you're not a crow) Short 7k, 450m climb (as the crow flies - plan for 10k if you're not a crow)

Cutoffs: Courses close at 1500. After this time, all remaining runners should make their way to the finish line as quickly as possible.

Map: East/West Mapping Lugnaquilla & Glendalough 1:25,000 (2018 Edition). https://eastwestmapping.ie/product/lugnaquilla-glendalough-2/ Runners must supply their own map. Users of other maps \ map editions will be at a distinct disadvantage.

Time Bonus: A 10 minute time bonus will be applied to all who participated in the Stone Cross Solo and Relay (declare this at registration).

Minimum Mandatory Kit: TO BE BROUGHT TO REGISTRATION (final kit will be decided on the day)

1. Map
2. Compass
3. Whistle
4. Waterproof Cover for Map and Descriptions
5. Pen for Marking the Map
6. Jacket
7. Food
8. Water
9. Fully Charged Phone
10. Hat
11. Suncream
12. Emergency Bag \ Foil Blanket

Safety: The emergency contact number is on the back of your bib (call only, don't text). All runners must report to the finish line to avoid an unnecessary search. Courses are on remote open mountain with rough terrain. Appropriate footwear and clothing must be worn. Runners must carry a fully charged mobile phone. Consider additional kit above the mandatory kit based on your own requirements and weather conditions on the day.

Navigational Assistance: Due to the nature of the race, GPS or other forms of navigational assistance are not allowed in order to remain competitive. However, if you are navigationally challenged, you are welcome to team up with another runner or use GPS provided you declare yourself as non-competitive at the finish line. Note, if you do decide to use GPS, you must still carry a map and compass. A dedicated volunteer will be available at registration to give a very brief introduction to map reading to those who need it. Assistance will also be provided in marking up the control points on the map after the race has started.

Prizegiving Location:

Carpark immediately after the race. Refreshments in lieu of spot prizes will be provided at the finish line.

Volunteers (Non-Running)

You need to have done 2 non-running volunteer roles in a calendar year to qualify for end of year prize

Current Volunteers

Role	Volunteers	Accepted	Run
Race Director		Stuart Scott	No
First Aid Officer		Shay Foody	No
Helper		Justin Rea	No
Helper		Niamh O'Ceallaigh	No
Helper		Fergal Buckley	No

Volunteers (Running)

Check with race director if they have a need for people volunteering and running. Race directors need a minimum number of people available throughout the race to make the race work so non-running volunteers are preferable. While it can be helpful, volunteering in a volunteer and race capacity does not count towards qualifying for end of year prize

Current Volunteers

Role	Volunteers	Accepted	Run
Helper		Brendan Delaney	Yes

Carpool