Hunter How
Location & Terrain
Competition
Long: 4.2 km, 130 m climbing
Gates. There are five gates on the course. One has a stile – please use it. Some of the others must be kept closed – see notices on the gates.
Short: 2.0 km, 100 m climbing
Gates. There are three gates on the course. Some of them must be kept closed – see notices on the gates.
Yellow: 0.8 km, 30 m climbing
The course stays within one field. It is all on line features, except for checkpoints 1 to 2 where there will be a marked route.
It’s quite hilly!
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NOTES ON AREA: Hunter How – extended map
We’re not using Stoneywath this year. It will be all on Hunter How, next door.
The landowner suggested we add some extra fields to the map, including a complex area of rough ground. Expect tricky navigation (long and short courses only) and wet feet.
On a fine night the views over the Ennerdale valley will be spectacular, although there won’t be much moon.
Online entries using Racesignup.
Dibbers will be available to use on the night.
Practical Info
Verge parking near the road junction at Leaps. Please park carefully – there is plenty of traffic on this road.
Postcode: signed from CA26 3XY (Kirkland crossroads)
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/g6vFkrmK4D6aoZ4MA
Grid Ref: NY 087 181
W3W: https://w3w.co/joggers.puppy.laughs
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.