Essex Winter Midweek Series 2024/25 No.8 - Ongar

Introduction
The event will form part of the Essex Winter Midweek Series 2024/25. Points will be awarded based on finishing times adjusted using an age/gender handicap system. Each missed or incorrect control will incur a 5-minute penalty. Best 6 results from the 10-event series will count. Anytime catch-up for some events available for 2 weeks after the event, subject to an Anytime time penalty, on MapRun. Bonus points for running on the night compared to Anytime. Full results will be emailed via RaceSignUp and published on the SOS and HAVOC websites.

The event will be run strictly in accordance with published BOF and Government guidance. It is a condition of entry that participants agree to follow the BOF COVID19 Participant Code of Conduct.

Participation is at your own risk. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Bring clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. As with any street orienteering you are required to cross roads and you are asked to take due care and attention at all times. High visibility clothing is strongly recommended. There may be dog walkers, cyclists or residents on pavements and footpaths – be aware and give them priority. Some roads do not have pavements so take extra care. As the race will take place in the dark, it is recommended to bring a torch/head torch.

Parking
The event starts and finishes at:

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No rail station in Ongar. Closest rail is Epping on central line
Bus 20 from harlow to ongar
Bus 18A from loughton to ongar via epping
Bus 21 from brentwood to ongar
Bus 32 or 46 from chelmsford
Bus 339 or 434 from Shenfield

Times
Start at times between 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Competitors must report to the finish by 9pm.

Course Info
Long (approx 6km)
Short (approx 3.5km)

These are straight line distances - you will run further, and depending on route choice, maybe a lot further.

Controls will be fire hydrants; will likely also use other street furniture or home made signs. For fire hydrant signs, you need to record the lower number, for other control types, the control description will indicate what is required.

If you are using MapRun then you will not need to record answers on a control card. However, if the app doesn't register your visit then you need to record the lower number on the H sign, or other reference as directed. Please bring a map bag if wet. If you are not using MapRun, then please also bring a pen to mark the control card.

Contacts
Organiser/Planner – Seb Parris

Series Coordinator – David Float Email: streeto@orienteering-havoc.co.uk Tel: 07801 216634

Facilities
Newcomers welcome. Help and guidance available.