CraigellachieTue 06 July, 2021
Local level event
Explanation of event levels
Local events are usually low key and in the 'localised' area, ideal for newcomers to try the sport and Training events are non competitive events used for training and coaching, aimed at members of the club, but they can attract people from neighbouring clubs, and are often ideal for newcomers to try the sport. Regional events attract participants from around the local Region, National events are high quality competitions that will attract people from far away, Major events are Major Events such as a British Championships.
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Thanks all for coming along, smiling and enjoying the wet, mud, slugs, midges - and glorious terrain! And of course thanks to Clare for great courses and Jane for rapid results.
A rare opportunity to orienteer on this delightful nature reserve!
Pre-event Information
Local event primarily for BASOC members, though visitors and non-members are most welcome.
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Location Info
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Near: Aviemore Lat,Lng: 57.18556,-3.83517 OS Grid Ref: NH893120 Postcode: PH22 1UL
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Directions / Parking
There is plenty of public parking in Aviemore, though if you're using the car park by Aldi, Tiso etc., be aware they do charge penalties for overstaying the time limit. There's lots of parking space around the Macdonald resort. Make your way on foot to the underpass under the A9, near the Youth Hostel, into the Craigellachie Nature Reserve, and the start is a short distance up that path.
Map / Terrain
This area has a wonderful mixture of tussocky grass, open woodland, rock detail and marshy bits. It's quite steep in places and there aren't a lot of paths.
Registration and Start times
Starts 18:15 - 19:00
Courses close 20:00
Course Information
Medium (suitable for confident juniors, junior with adult, or beginner adults) 2.4km, 90m climb
Long (suitable for competent adults) 3.5km, 185m climb
Entry Details
Entries have now closed.
Dog restrictions
As this is a nature reserve, dogs must be on a lead or extremely well behaved.
Contacts / Officials
Planner/Organiser - Clare Kemsley
Covid Officer - Hilary Quick
Facilities
Public toilets, chippy and other facilities nearby in Aviemore.
Nearest A&E Hospitals
Raigmore Hospital, Inverness IV2 3UJ
Nairn Town & Country Hospital, IV12 5EE