Ottawa Orienteering Club Rogaine - 2-hour and 8-hour Events

Sunday, October 24, 2010 Gatineau (Hull sector), Québec (Ottawa-Gatineau area)

A Rogaine is an event in which participants travel cross country on foot to locate checkpoints using only a map and compass to guide them. Unlike classic orienteering, there is no predetermined sequence of controls, but rather a time limit. Orienters may visit as many or as few checkpoints - or "controls" - as they wish, in any order they wish, as long as they return to the finish before the time limit is reached. For more information about this type of course, visit the International Rogaining Federation (www.rogaining.com).

The event course will cover an area of 22-km² (6-km² for the 2-hour).  It will have a different flavour this year having the start and finish area in a more urban environment.  The Hull sector holds several undeveloped areas, including the south end of Gatineau Park, making this location a very interesting venue. All competitors all welcomed, whether you are competitive or just want to have a nice hike.

Each control will be worth a certain number of points, with the value determined by different level of difficulty (beginner, intermediate and advanced). A severe penalty will be assessed for finishing overtime. The event will take place rain or shine, so dress properly. The average temperature for Gatineau Park at the end of October is 10 °C for the maximum (50°F) and 2°C for the minimum (36°F).

Even though rogaining is usually a team sport, solos are accepted for the 2h event.

 

Date:

Sunday, October 24, 2010

Categories:

Solos (2h only)

Teams of 2 or 3.
All Male, All Female, Co-ed, and Masters (average age of 45+ as of Dec. 31, 2010)

Location and directions

Start and finish at Tétreau community centre, in Gatineau (Hull sector).  Address is 361 Lucerne (formerly Brunet), Gatineau, Québec (J9A 1S3).  It is located along the Ottawa river in Park Moussette, 2 km east of Champlain bridge and 2 km west of Chaudière bridge, less than 10 minutes from downtown Ottawa.


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Schedule:

7 :30 - 8 :15 Registration
8 :30 Distribution of the maps and instructions
8 :55 Distribution of control cards
9 :00 Mass start 8 hours

9 :05 Mass start 2 hours

11 :05 End of 2-hour race
11 :05-12:00 Snack, results, prizes and draw for the 2-hour race
17 :00 End of 8-hour race
17 :00-18:30 After-race meal, results, prizes and draw for the 8-hour race

Map:

The two-hour competitors will use a topographic map at 1:10 000. The 8-hour competitors will use a second topographic map at 1:20 000.

Registration:

Click here to pre-register.

Pre-registration required by Thursday, October 21.
Early bird fees by Thursday, September 30.
Pay and sign waiver on the day of the race (preferably cash).

Cost:

Orienteering Club Members (2-hour)
$10 per person if registered by Thursday, September 30
$15 per person if registered by Thursday, October 21
Non-Members (2-hour)
$15 per person if registered by Thursday, September 30
$20 per person if registered by Thursday, October 21
Orienteering Club Members (8-hour)
$25 per person if registered by Thursday, September 30
$35 per person if registered by Thursday, October 21
Non-Members (8- hour)
$30 per person if registered by Thursday, September 30
$40 per person if registered by Thursday, October 21
21 and under : $5 discount for 2 hr race, $10 for the 8 hour race.

Meal :

A snack will be provided for the 2h participants and a warm meal for the 8h participants (indoors).

Suggested Equipment(esp. for the 8- hour race):

  • Compass (mandatory)
  • Whistle (mandatory)
  • Trail-running shoes or walking boots
  • Pen or pencil
  • Watch
  • Flashlight or head lamp (for 8- hour)
  • Basic first-aid kit
  • Daypack
  • Raincoat
  • Synthetic clothing + extra clothing in a waterproof bag
  • Water and energy drinks (there will be water in a few areas of the course)
  • High energy food
  • Map and case will be provided

If you cannot find a partner, (rogaine AT ottawaoc DOT ca) or phone 819.771.3642 and we will try to find you one; indicate your name, age, duration (2 or 8 hours), overall shape and your general objectives for the day.

We hope to see you in good numbers.

Frédéric Bédard
Course planner
Member of the Ottawa Orienteering Club

Michael Haynes
Controller
Member of the Ottawa Orienteering Club