Our event at the orienteering jewel of Avon Heath which
is cradled between the major arterial roads of the A 338 and the A31 was a
delight.
It gave experienced runners/navigators together with
total novices a good day out.The fact that so many people turned up on the day
was very gratifying and justified the wide range of activities that the club
provided.
John Oakes’ courses made the best use of the very scenic
area and provided a challenge in deciding on straight line or path run options.
Becca continued to coach the growing group of young
aspirants and had a little help from the ebullient Jason (Wessex). Debora and
Kirsty had many youngsters doing the Christmas tree(naughty numbers activity):
always popular. There was a very large number of adult as well as junior novices
attending and thanks are due to Brian, Sue, Eamon, Kirsty and Wendy
for taking them under their wing and giving them a good time. There are those
who I have not mentioned but so many WIMs turned up and pitched in. Thank you.
It was fortunate that Avon Heath Country park has
photocopying facilities for it was necessary to print up a few extra maps on the
day: so popular was the event.The last copy of the score course found an
unwanted admirer in the form of a small but determined dog who found it in the
box and made a territorial gesture upon it. Shaken off and wiped with a tissue
the map was placed upon the “fortunate” photocopier to produce a few more of its
kind.
Many thanks to all who took part and supported this
event.
Keith
I've corrected the L Green results, and given those on the Score course their
missing 40 points.