Featuring the Frank Smith Interclub Challenge

Competitors' Final Information: Download 80kb Word file. Replaces earlier version

Checked Results: Link

Hosted By Orienteering Hutt Valley
21-22nd February 2004
"B" Level Event

Day 1 - Classic Event (Watchtower)
Featuring Hagaby-style Mass Start Race on Course One and Two

Day 2 - Classic Event (Wanda)
The Frank Smith competition day

NB Competitors must belong to a WOA Club to be eligible for club points.

Pre entry is required if you wish to have a pre-marked map for both days
Entries Close -10 th Feb 2003

Two days of orienteering in the small beach-side township of Waitarere in
the southern Manawatu. Features the Frank Smith Interclub challenge.

The excellent Watchtower and Wanda maps are adjacent to the embargoed
areas for the 2004 National Champs and provide a great training opportunity,
just 2 months out from the main event.

Brought to you by the minds behind the ANZ Challenge Short 2002,
National Secondary Schools 2001 and Orienteering Hutt Valley

Latest News/Updates.
19/2/2004. Competitor Final Info updated. Download again. Could be still more changes.
18/2/2004. Link added to Competitor Final Info. Expect minor changes.
21/1/2004. Maps switched and other details brought into line. Signposting details added.
19/1/2003 Another error in the grade combinations was found. It is now corrected
11/1/2004 W21AS has been accidentally left off the grade combinations. Those running W21AS run course 4.
21/12/2003 Frank Smith rules added.
21/12/2003.Preliminary photos of what you might expect added.
21/12/2003. Poster and entry forms will be available at the Southern 6 Day 2-11 January 2004
4/11/2003. Frank Smith moved to the Sunday
1/11/2003. webpage uploaded. Dates corrected

Event Information

DAY 1
SATURDAY 21 FEBRUARY "WATCHTOWER"
(CLASSIC) Featuring Hagaby-style Mass Start Race on Course One and Two


Existing map, minor update in 2004.

Scale: 1:10,000 for all courses. Contour interval : 5m

Planner: Andrew McCarthy

Controller: TBA

Technical Advisor: Michael Wood

Terrain: Flat to undulating terrain, Mainly mature pine forest with areas of younger pines and areas of open farmland. Numerous fences in farmland section of map. Runnablity is generally excellent.

Location: 20km North west of Levin off SH 1 - Waitarere Township (90 min drive from Wellington, 45 min from Palmerston North approximately). Signposted from SH1 at Waitarere Beach junction north of Levin.

Start Times Registration and event centre opens 11:00am

First start 12:00pm
Last start 2 pm

Race Format: Course One and Two: Mass Start race for all competitors.
Courses will feature 3 loops with spilt controls. Each loop will pass near the event centre for spectator viewing. Interval starts for other courses.

Start: 500m walk from event centre.

Finish: Finish is adjacent to event centre.

Course closure: Course closure 4:00 pm

DAY 2
SUNDAY 22 FEBRUARY "WANDA"
FRANK SMITH INTERCLUB CHALLENGE (CLASSIC)

Existing map, minor update in 2004.

Scale: 1:10,000 for all courses. Contour interval : 5m

Planner: Peter Bakos

Controller: Andrew McCarthy

Technical Advisor: Michael Wood

Terrain: Flat to undulating terrain, Mainly mature pine forest with areas of younger pines and areas of open farmland. Numerous fences in farmland section of map. Runnablity is generally excellent.

Location: 20km North west of Levin off SH 1 - Waitarere Township (90 min drive from Wellington, 45 min from Palmerston North approximately). Signposted from SH1 at Oturoa Rd (further north than Sat, but south of Manawatu River.)


Start Times Registration and event centre opens 9:30am

First start 10:00 am
Last start 12:00 pm

Race Format: Interval starts for all courses. See below or check the WOA website for the interclub competition rules.

Start: 500m walk from event centre.

Finish: Finish is adjacent to event centre.

Course closure: Course closure 2:00 pm

Courses (both days)

Note: These course combinations are the same as used for the WOA Orienteer of the Year Series.

Based upon an Estimated Winning Time of 70mins for Course One.

Due to the event being in summer and the possible risk of fire danger OHV reserves the right to transfer the event at short notice to surrounding farmland and forest.

Entry Details/Entry Form

ENTRY FEES:

In order for OHV to judge how many maps to print, and to make event organisation easier, both pre-entry, and on the day entry is being offered. Those who pre-enter will be guaranteed a pre-marked map.

Pre-entry:

On the Day:

NB Family is 2 Seniors living at the same address and any number of juniors that look to any one of those adults as a parent or guardian

Entry Form avaliable now!

Pre entry closes 10 Feb, but remember you can enter on the day.

Download Entry Form

25k Word File

10k PDF File

General event information- Both Days

This competition will be run in accordance with NZOF regulations. Please direct any queries during the events to the Event Controllers.

The Map:
All fences except fences running beside roads shown on all maps. The track network is extensive, with numerous indistinct tracks not marked on the map. Some tracks are covered in pine needles so less distinct than usual. Green strips indicate patches of bracken. Green crosses indicate stumps and piles of old logs.

An un-crossable electric fence runs the length of the map. Crossing points are marked on maps, and taped routes must be followed from controls or nearby road, to crossing points.

Any special fence crossing points must be used. These will be provided at places where a large number of runners are expected to cross a fence at about the same point.

Special Description Symbols: O is a water trough, X is a log pile.

Hazards: Unstable fences and gates, Uneven ground, General Farm Hazards.

Out of Bounds: Please observe out of bounds signs surrounding the event centre.

Safety Bearing: Head West to a north-south road, then South to the houses of the Waitarere Beach township.

Health & Safety

All buildings, surrounding yards, and farm equipment are out-of-bounds. Do not approach stock unnecessarily. Go round tightly grouped stock.
Land owners are not responsible for ensuring that any natural hazard or risk associated with orienteering as a recreational activity does not cause harm to competitors or spectators.
First aid will be available at each event

Fences and Gates

Any special fence crossing points must be used. These will be provided at places where a large number of runners are expected to cross a fence at about the same point.

Please take care not to damage fences and gates. All gates should be left as found. Please report any damage to the organisers as soon as you finish. Do NOT assume electric fences will be off.

Dogs

Dogs are not permitted at either event - this includes the parking areas.

Card Punching

Check the control code before punching and ensure you punch firmly in the correct box. Incorrect or illegible punches will lead to disqualification. If you should accidentally punch incorrectly, put the correct punch in one of the high-numbered squares, so you can continue punching in the correct squares.

Start

Please ensure you are at the start area at least 6 minutes prior to your start time. You will be called into the start area 6 minutes before your start time. Late arrivals should report to the start official and will be started at the starter’s convenience.

Finish

Times will be recorded as you pass under the finish banner. Finishing runners will be assigned a sequence number that will be written on the reverse of their clipcard and subsequently matched to the correct finish time. Therefore it is important to stay in the order you finish until your control card and map are taken from you.

If for any reason you decide not to finish your course you MUST hand in your control card to the finish officials. This lets us know that we don’t have to start searching for you at the end of the day.

Results

Provisional results will be displayed on the results board at the finish area as soon as possible and prior to checking punching codes. Enquires regarding finish times and disqualifications should be directed to the Event Controller. Please do not approach the finish or results officials.

Official results will be posted on the website of Orienteering Hutt Valley. No results will be posted out

Water

Water will be available on all courses, and at the finish. Please use a new cup (provided) and place used cups in the rubbish bag.

Complaints and Protests

Any competitor who wishes to lodge a complaint must do so in writing. This must be handed to the Event Controller within 1 hour of the competitor finishing. The Controller will consider the complaint and make a ruling.

If the competitor does not wish to accept the ruling, then a protest must be filed. A fee of $8 will be required for this, which is refundable if the protest is upheld. A jury comprising the Event Controller plus 3 controllers selected from a panel of five will consider protests.

Refer to http://www.mapsport.co.nz/tc/rules00.html for additional information on complaints and protests.

Whistles

Whistles are COMPULSORY. The distress signal is 6 short blasts, rest, then repeat. Use in the case of injury or emergency only. (whistles will be on sale at the event)

Clothing

Competitors should bring a range of clothing to protect from cold and or wet weather. Some areas of the courses may be exposed to wind.

Toilets

Toilets for competitors and spectators will be available adjacent to the carparking areas.

Accommodation

The following places offer accommodation in the vicinity of Waitarere Beach. Information
listed indicates the type of accommodation offered, the cost range per unit/cabin (unless
per person indicated), and a contact phone number. In addition to those listed, there are
other places providing bed and breakfast, self-catering, or farmstay type accommodation.
There is also accommodation available in neighbouring settlements such as Manakau,
Waikawa Beach, Ohau and Shannon.

Note: These phone numbers and prices were current in 2001

1. Waitarere Beach
· Waitarere Beach Motor Camp: Cabins, $18-$20, 06-368 8732
· Waitarere Beach B&B: Rooms, $35, $50, 06-368 8662
· Hydrabad Motor Camp: Cabins, $18-20pp, 06-368 4941
2. Levin
· Amble Inn Motel: 7 Units, $48-$55, 06-368 3115
· Bassingers Motor Lodge: 12 units, $75-$95, 06-367 0048
· Bentons Motel: 5 units, $70-$95, 06-367 8282
· Mountain View Motel: 7 units, $55-$69, 06-368 5214 (or 0800 MV MOTEL)
· Panaorama Motel: 9 units, $50-$70, 06-368 5401
· Redwood Lodge: Units, $50-$75, 06-368 9319 (or 0800 865 384)
· The Ploughman Motel: 6 units, $55-$75, 06-368 7199
· Totara Lodge: 6 units, $45-$78, 06-368 4114
· Travel Lodge Motel: 12 units, $??, 06-368 7173
· Welcome Inn: 9 units, $65-$75, 06-368 3834 (or 0800 478 4381)
· Levin Motor Camp: 10 cabins, $25/$50, 06 368 3549
3. Foxton
· Castletown Motel: 17 units - $58/$70, 06-363 8863
· Celtic Motels: Units - $40, 06-363 5333
· Manawatu Hotel: Rooms, $20/$40, 06-363 8054
· Whytes Hotel: Rooms, $25pp, 06-363 7000
· Foxton Beach Motel: 5 units - $50-$70, 06-363 7856
· Foxton Beach Motor Camp: 5 cabins - $18-$20pp, 06-363 8211

For more accommodation details contact the Horowhenua Visitor Information Centre on 06-367 8440 or visitorinfo@horowhenua.govt.nz.

• Courses/Grade combinations will be the same as the WOA OY series.
  
  
• Points will be allocated to placegetters as follows: 1st 5 points, 2nd 4 points , 3rd 3 points, 4th 2 points, all other placings 1point.
  
  
• Points will be allocated for time as follows: Within 5% of winner's time 5 points, within 10% 4 points, within 30% 3 points, within 50% 2 points, within 100% 1 point.
  
  
• The best 12 individual scores for each club will be totalled to establish the winner of the Frank Smith Trophy. It does not matter which grade the results come from. It is therefore possible for a team of 12 (or even less) to win the event.
  
  
• Calculations are done for males and females separately on a course by course basis, not by grade.
  
  
• With 8 courses, there are potentially 16 winners who get maximum points, and other runners' points are calculated relative to them.

• Day 1
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• Frank Smith Detail
• Frank Smith Summary