Elva Hill
Competition
Long: 4.4km
Short: 2.9km
Novice: 1.2km
NOTE:
A small area adjacent to Setmurthy Forest with fast running in places. Small scrubby trees provide some great low visibility at times. Thanks to the National Trust they have added further interest by creating several ponds to manage flood waters in the catchment area.
Competitors (particularly on the Novice course) should be aware that the ponds may be iced over. The edges of the ponds are very well defined with about a 1m drop into them so it is highly unlikely that you will venture on to them by accident.
The farmer has made a special request that all gates should be left as you find them. All were closed when I last visited.
Online entries via Racesignup. https://racesignup.co.uk/site/event.php?eventid=3205
Dibbers available on the night.
Practical Info
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Grid Ref: NY162329
New to Night Orienteering?
You need to bring a decent head torch (and maybe a spare and/or spare battery) and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather.
The first series of events, up to Christmas tend to be on easier areas so are suitable for those trying night orienteering for the first time.
Younger and/or inexperienced orienteers should be accompanied.