Risk Awareness: Please be aware that ticks are common across many of the areas we run in and can carry infections such as Lyme Disease and Tick-Borne Encephalitis. Ticks are active in the UK primarily from March to October, but year-round vigilance is recommended.
Prevention Strategies:
Wearing full leg and abdomen cover in the forest.
Applying insect repellent to exposed skin and clothing.
Checking yourself for ticks after your run. Common areas for ticks include behind the knees, underarms, hairline, and any pressure points.
Considering vaccination against TBE, if visiting high-risk areas in Europe or Asia.
Tick Removal and Symptoms: Consider using a tick removal tool to ensure the tick is removed quickly and completely. If a tick has attached, it should be removed as soon as possible.
Health Action: If symptoms develop, such as a rash or flu-like symptoms, individuals should seek medical advice promptly and mention the tick bite, as not all doctors may be familiar with the conditions.
Yellow and White course competitors must collect their maps from registration before going to the start.
You MUST report to Download by Course Closing Time
Be careful on/near/crossing any roads
All competitors must wear warm clothing and /or waterproof clothing as appropriate.
Competitors are advised to notify the organiser of any relevant medical conditions and should complete any details on SI entries.
Important Information
Safety and Risk: A comprehensive risk assessment will have been carried out by the organiser, but participants take part at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety during the event. You MUST report to download by course closing time.
Insurance: If you have joined an orienteering club, or are competing in one of your first 3 events, then you are covered by our public liability insurance.
Privacy: when participating in our events/activities your name may appear in the results section of this website or in newspaper reports. Read our Privacy Policy to see how we look after your personal data.
Hired Si Cards: We provide loan of these if you don't have your own but if you lose it there will be a £30 charge for its replacement.
