Are you new to fell running and unsure how to use a map and compass?
Do you usually simply ‘follow the guy in front’ at a race, hoping he knows where he’s going?
Have you ever wondered where you are on the hill?
Do you fear the mist and wonder how to find your way?
Do you worry about getting lost on the hill?
Would you like to increase your confidence in navigating your way round a fell race?
If you can answer ‘YES’ to ANY of these questions then this workshop is for YOU!
The club is holding a Navigation Workshop to help you increase your confidence on the hill. You will learn how to read a map, use a compass and gain new navigational skills and strategies to give yourself the edge over your competitors.
Colin Woolford at the Boulsworth Bog Fell Race. Photo by the Woodentops
Clayton members Colin Woolford and Mark Nutter will be your tutors for the day. Between them they have over 40 years racing experience over the fells in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, competing in many ‘AL’ races, Mountain Marathons, Adventure Races and Orienteering events where navigational skills are essential. They will be sharing their knowledge with you, to give you the edge on your next race!
Following the Workshop there will be a NAVIGATION THEMED RACE / EVENT to test your newly learnt skills!
The workshop is FREE and open to all members of Clayton-le-Moors Harriers over the age of 18. Places are limited to 15 on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.
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Workshop outline:
Mark Nutter at the David Staff Memorial Fell Race. Photo by Helen Jones
Saturday 17th March 2018 at Whitehough Outdoor Education Centre, Barley New Rd, Barley, Burnley BB12 9LF.
Arrival at 09.00, grab a coffee and meet your clubmates.
Indoor / outdoor workshop to understand the map and compass, including basic navigation strategies and route choice.
Lunch (a light lunch!). By all means bring your own snacks. We have use of the on-site kitchen so usual tea / coffee / refreshments are included.
Navigation Event – The Race – putting your skills to the test using map, and compass!
Review and close at 16.00.
Attendees will need to bring with them their own compass (as per FRA rules) and usual running gear including full ‘FRA kit’.
If you are interested and wish to book a place please contact: Ladies -Fell Team Manager Sarah Helliwell; Men – Mark Nutter.
If you want further information please contact either:
Colin Woolford: 07747 112346 or colinw75@hotmail.com
Mark Nutter: 07899 995181 or mark.nutter100@gmail.com
Remember, places are limited to 15 and on a ‘first come first served’ basis.
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