Loop - Group's 5th Birthday - Orienteering Competition @ Hebden Bridge

Come celebrate the groups birthday with a fun activity in Hebden Bridge with a reward for the winner(s). Learn some map reading & navigation skills while you're at it.
The event will cost the usual £1 - please send payment to https://settleup.starlingbank.com/jamiepope1 - put reference as 'Hebden'.

What is Orienteering?

Orienteering is about navigating to a checkpoint on a map (or no map in some cases!). It can be done a variety of different ways; navigating to checkpoints along a set route, or there will be numerous checkpoints scattered across the map and you need to reach as many of them as possible. There is a time limit to do it in, to not reach the finish in the allotted time can either mean deducted points or disqualification.

What we will be Doing
We will be doing the type where checkpoints are scattered across the map and points will be deducted if late back. We will be using the iOrienteering app so ensure you have it downloaded. Be sure to bring a way to charge your phone during the event, the app uses your location constantly so can drain your battery quite a lot.

Teams
First I will split people into two groups; those that are competitive and want to power walk/jog/run to ensure they get as many points as possible and be the victor! Then those that are not as serious and rather do it more calmly and take their time (they may still win! Brains over brawn!). This is because there is nothing worse than people being on different wavelengths. It brings out the worst in people and then they won't enjoy themselves as much as they could.

Each group will be split into teams (number per team will depend on how many attend). If there is a team with less people than others then I might add a minor points deduction to that team. As having less people will likely be an advantage.

Time
You will have five hours to get to as many checkpoints as possible. Be sure to be back at the finish in time! There will be breakpoints at pubs, toilets, cafe's. Breakpoints will stop the clock until you reach another checkpoint. They are added to allow people to stop for lunch if they want.

Scoring
I have added a risk vs reward element. Every checkpoint you get to will give you more points the further away from the start you are. It is roughly an exta 10 points for every 10m (as the crow flies).

Penalities

• Up to 15 minutes late. Lose 10 points per minute.
• 15-30 minutes late. Lose 20 points per minute.
• 30-40 minutes late. Lose 30 points per minute.
• 40+ minutes late. Lose 40 points per minute.
• Team members must arrive back at the same time. Any team that has members arriving later than the first member will be disqualified.

Reward
£20 Go Outdoors giftcard (for each team member).

Disclaimers

The walk organisers do not have training or insurance. Therefore, anyone who joins the walk is accountable for their own safety and anyone they bring with them. By signing up you accept this.

Check the weather (on multiple websites) before leaving your residence. Bring clothing & footwear suitable for the forecast. We advise you to bring walking boots for any medium or harder walk. Trainers are only recommended for easy walks. Bring a coat just in case (this is Britain after all...) and extra layers if it is going to be cold.

All proceeds go towards equipment for leading walks, group events & trips. A percentage will go to charities.

Bring a packed lunch and snacks. Bring enough food & water to last the estimated time.

We recommend bringing some cash just in case. Especially if parking. Not everywhere is contactless yet.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the walks organiser.