Discussion: O-Cup Kick-Off update
in: The Kick-Off (Gators) - O-Cup #1 (Nov 16, 2014 - Milton, ON, CA)
Oct 31, 2014 6:59 PM
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Registration for the Gators O-Cup Kickoff on Sunday, November 16th should be up and running any day now so we appreciate your patience. Three things we do know so far.. it will be hosted at Kelso, there will be some climbing and it will likely involve some dog bones! Stay tuned for further details and have a safe and Happy Halloween!!
Nov 1, 2014 3:18 PM
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Registration is now open!
http://www.gators-orienteering.ca/OCup-KickOff2015...
Let me know if there are any issues or questions!
http://www.gators-orienteering.ca/OCup-KickOff2015...
Let me know if there are any issues or questions!
Nov 1, 2014 3:59 PM
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The references are to Kelso except in two places:
On the top line: "Glen Haffy is a favourite venue for orienteering."
and " The Glen Haffy gate fee is included."
I suppose those should be changed to Kelso (also a favourite except perhaps for the steep trek up the ski hill to the nice woods at the top)?
On the top line: "Glen Haffy is a favourite venue for orienteering."
and " The Glen Haffy gate fee is included."
I suppose those should be changed to Kelso (also a favourite except perhaps for the steep trek up the ski hill to the nice woods at the top)?
Nov 1, 2014 4:21 PM
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Thanks for the heads up. Notified the webmaster and should have it fixed shortly.
Nov 6, 2014 5:03 PM
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Looks like we had an issue with the registration and payment setup but it should be working now. If you have any issues, please message me. Thanks for your patience.
Nov 6, 2014 5:10 PM
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Looking forward to the event but two words of advice for the future: Zone 4
Nov 13, 2014 3:55 AM
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Just a reminder that registration will close Friday at midnight! Course has been set and should be a good kick off to the O-Cup season especially if we get a little snow on those hills!
Nov 13, 2014 8:29 PM
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Bash:
Forest City Orienteers are also on the list, and they haven't existed for as long as I've been orienteering.
Nov 13, 2014 9:31 PM
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Bash:
Nick can change that to DGL for their upcoming O Cup. The Stars use Zone4 so it's easy.
Nov 14, 2014 5:57 AM
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A few glitches regarding the handicap still need to be adjusted before race day. Or so I hope... :)
Nov 14, 2014 5:09 PM
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No, DD, I think it's fine. I look forward to racing and taking my 9 handicap...
Nov 14, 2014 7:32 PM
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The nine handicap should help with the 15 CPs in each control box. ;)
Nov 14, 2014 7:53 PM
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Just in case anyone needs an added reason to join us for this weekend's O-Cup Kick-off at Kelso, we will have a number "trail" prizes for racers/volunteers. A few of the local Milton businesses have very generously donated some gift certificates for restaurants and other services. Along with these items, there will also be a Salomon XA 20 Pack and a few new compasses up for grabs! If you haven't signed up yet, make sure you do so ASAP so we have enough maps for everyone!
Hope to see you Sunday!
http://www.gators-orienteering.ca/OCup-KickOff2015...
Hope to see you Sunday!
http://www.gators-orienteering.ca/OCup-KickOff2015...
Nov 14, 2014 10:30 PM
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One of the local pubs - Rad Brothers (http://theradbrothers.com/) offered to host a small after party following the race on Sunday. They asked that I give them an idea of how many people we can expect so if you're interested in joining us for some post race beverages and food, please let me know as soon as you can either here or by email.
They've graciously offered free nachos and pitchers of beer (probably not Funderstorm's standards but should do for most others). :)
They've graciously offered free nachos and pitchers of beer (probably not Funderstorm's standards but should do for most others). :)
Nov 15, 2014 6:50 AM
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Want a little more out of the Orienteering Ontario O-Cup series? Get some more motivation to try and sneak past that person in front of you to the finish line? For the 2014-15 season, enter three people in the team competition!
Points for your team will be the combination of your race point score. The winning team at the end of the season gets free entry to the Dontgetlost Adventure Running Giant's Rib Raid on April 1 and of course, huge bragging rights.
Submit your team to the O-Cup team master, Meghan (meghan@dontgetlost.ca) via email or on the day of the first race (Kelso on Nov 16).
Points for your team will be the combination of your race point score. The winning team at the end of the season gets free entry to the Dontgetlost Adventure Running Giant's Rib Raid on April 1 and of course, huge bragging rights.
Submit your team to the O-Cup team master, Meghan (meghan@dontgetlost.ca) via email or on the day of the first race (Kelso on Nov 16).
Nov 15, 2014 10:48 AM
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Team "The good, the bad and the Aussie" will be there!
**note that the GRR date has not been finalized but it will be shortly.
**note that the GRR date has not been finalized but it will be shortly.
Nov 16, 2014 12:26 AM
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Nick:
what about registering a team before team members first race ? (i.e i am skipping tomorrows race due to an early flight ).. Stars O cup registration changed ( club name ) ( as suggested ). have fun everyone.. win prizes and win points !
Nov 16, 2014 2:53 AM
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Race update: Nov 15th
We’re excited to host the first race of the season at Kelso tomorrow and it’s shaping up to be a fun, hopefully challenging course with a few hills and some picturesque lookouts There will be two O-Cup boxes which contain seven Checkpoints in each. Depending on your handicap each racer will be allowed to drop a certain amount of Checkpoints per O-Cup box (except of course the 0 handicap). If this is your inaugural race, you can take an additional one handicap but please remind us at check-in.
Here are a few things to consider before the Kick-Off tomorrow:
Timing: Registration opens around 9:30 am between the Visitors Center and Halton Museum on the west side of the park. The race will begin at 11 am with an average finishing time expected around 90 minutes and a course cut-off of 2 hours.
Weather: If you were hoping for ski-like conditions you may be disappointed as there isn’t much snow in the forecast. The temperature is forecasted to be around 0C at race time. Trails are in great conditions with lots of leaf cover while the forests are wide open (well at least above the ground).
Pre-race: Please make sure to check in at registration, sign the waiver, pick-up your SI (or if you bring your own provide the number) and confirm your handicap. Maps will be handed out 5-10 minutes before the race begins.
Distance: Handicap 6: Estimated around 6 km, Handicap 0: Estimated around 11km.
Rules: Please ensure to cross the railway tracks via the bridge or the tunnel only and use a bridge for any water crossings as water levels are currently high. Keep in mind that there is a two hour maximum so please make your way to the finish at that time.
Handicap:
Handicap Category
6 Women 12 or younger, Men 12 or younger, Women 65 or older
5 Women 14 or younger, Men 14 or younger, Women 55 or older, Men 75 or older
4 Women 16 or younger, Men 16 or younger, Women 45 or older, Men 65 or older
3 Women 19 or younger, Women 35 or older, Men 55 or older
2 Women 20 to 34, Women in the top 10 of Canadian orienteering rankings, Men 45 or older
1 Men 19 or younger, Men 35 or older
0 Men 20 to 34, Men ranked in the top 10 of Canadian orienteering rankings
Post-race: We will have chilly and snacks along with some warm beverages available. If anyone would like to check out Rad Brothers in town (www.theradbrothers.com) at 550 Ontario St, Milton - L9T 5E4 please let us know so we can advise how many people to expect.
Prizing: A number of local businesses have generously donated prizes for the event which we will draw for at the conclusion of the race. Don’t forget to pick up a raffle ticket!
Unfortunately, there is a glitch so I’m currently unable to access email addresses for all those who have registered so if you wouldn’t mind passing this on to anyone you know who’s going to attend, it would be appreciated.
Big thanks to all of the volunteers involved in setting up and hosting the event along with local businesses - Rad Brothers, Milton Bistro, Mill Town Cycle, Studio Hair Design along with a few private donations.
See you tomorrow morning and let us know if you have any questions!
Chris Laughren
Course Setter - Guelph Gators
We’re excited to host the first race of the season at Kelso tomorrow and it’s shaping up to be a fun, hopefully challenging course with a few hills and some picturesque lookouts There will be two O-Cup boxes which contain seven Checkpoints in each. Depending on your handicap each racer will be allowed to drop a certain amount of Checkpoints per O-Cup box (except of course the 0 handicap). If this is your inaugural race, you can take an additional one handicap but please remind us at check-in.
Here are a few things to consider before the Kick-Off tomorrow:
Timing: Registration opens around 9:30 am between the Visitors Center and Halton Museum on the west side of the park. The race will begin at 11 am with an average finishing time expected around 90 minutes and a course cut-off of 2 hours.
Weather: If you were hoping for ski-like conditions you may be disappointed as there isn’t much snow in the forecast. The temperature is forecasted to be around 0C at race time. Trails are in great conditions with lots of leaf cover while the forests are wide open (well at least above the ground).
Pre-race: Please make sure to check in at registration, sign the waiver, pick-up your SI (or if you bring your own provide the number) and confirm your handicap. Maps will be handed out 5-10 minutes before the race begins.
Distance: Handicap 6: Estimated around 6 km, Handicap 0: Estimated around 11km.
Rules: Please ensure to cross the railway tracks via the bridge or the tunnel only and use a bridge for any water crossings as water levels are currently high. Keep in mind that there is a two hour maximum so please make your way to the finish at that time.
Handicap:
Handicap Category
6 Women 12 or younger, Men 12 or younger, Women 65 or older
5 Women 14 or younger, Men 14 or younger, Women 55 or older, Men 75 or older
4 Women 16 or younger, Men 16 or younger, Women 45 or older, Men 65 or older
3 Women 19 or younger, Women 35 or older, Men 55 or older
2 Women 20 to 34, Women in the top 10 of Canadian orienteering rankings, Men 45 or older
1 Men 19 or younger, Men 35 or older
0 Men 20 to 34, Men ranked in the top 10 of Canadian orienteering rankings
Post-race: We will have chilly and snacks along with some warm beverages available. If anyone would like to check out Rad Brothers in town (www.theradbrothers.com) at 550 Ontario St, Milton - L9T 5E4 please let us know so we can advise how many people to expect.
Prizing: A number of local businesses have generously donated prizes for the event which we will draw for at the conclusion of the race. Don’t forget to pick up a raffle ticket!
Unfortunately, there is a glitch so I’m currently unable to access email addresses for all those who have registered so if you wouldn’t mind passing this on to anyone you know who’s going to attend, it would be appreciated.
Big thanks to all of the volunteers involved in setting up and hosting the event along with local businesses - Rad Brothers, Milton Bistro, Mill Town Cycle, Studio Hair Design along with a few private donations.
See you tomorrow morning and let us know if you have any questions!
Chris Laughren
Course Setter - Guelph Gators
Nov 17, 2014 1:53 AM
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Big thanks to everyone for joining us at Kelso for our O-Cup Kick-off earlier today. Conditions were a little chilly to start but it didn't take participants long to warm up with a step ascent up the ski hill! Lots of smiles, some tired legs and a few burrs while crossing the finish line! We are working through the final results and hope to have them posted over the next couple of days along with all the photos courtesy of Ryan. Huge kudos to the volunteers (Alexa, Stephanie and Lyndsey) along with the course testers (Jay, Sean and Tom). We had some great prizes thanks to local businesses (Mill Town Cycle, Milton Bistro, Rad Brothers and Studio Hair).
Hope everyone enjoyed themselves and that we see you out in Cambridge in two weeks for the 2nd race of the series - Summit of the Stars.
Hope everyone enjoyed themselves and that we see you out in Cambridge in two weeks for the 2nd race of the series - Summit of the Stars.
Nov 30, 2014 12:27 AM
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We apologize for the lengthy delay in posting the results. Here are the details:
http://www.gators-orienteering.ca/results/OCupKick...
http://www.gators-orienteering.ca/results/OCupKick...
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