Organiser's checklist
for QOADs/ MapRun events
An aide memoire for these event nights, which are low-key street-based races run from public or pub car parks, with the entire event run from smart phones.
Scoring formats
for MapRun
There are a few different formats that we use. The most complicated one to understand is the Blocks format, but those who have ran in our after dark events will already be familiar with the concept.
Open source maps
"Open Orienteering Maps"
We use these maps when there is no bespoke OCAD map for an area- so every where except certain parts of Taunton. They are produced from open source mapping data. This article explains the difference in the specification of the two types of map used.
A competitor's view
of MapRun
Jenny West relives her first MapRun experience for the benefit of others new to the format.
I thought that it would be an interesting novelty event but wasn't sure about there being nothing to see at the control site.
Courses & Workshops
Organising & event safety
A neighbouring club is putting the following courses on soon:
Organisers Level B course- 20 March, Ilsington, Devon (Devon OC)
Click on the link to learn more.
New rules
for mapping & planning
Calling course planners... please be aware that BOF have issue updated rules new for 2019.
The majority of the changes also relate to mapping, in particular aligning with the relatively new mapping standard ISOM 2017.
Using GPS
for planners & controllers
GPS devices are an excellent resource when updating maps and plotting where control locations are to be.
This article explains how to use:
- the club EtrexH GPS units to collect data during field survey work.
- free GPS software
Advice for volunteer mapping surveyors and planners
Here's a document with advice on using our GPS units for mapping surveying operations
JOG planning timetable
The following timetable contains suggested latest possible deadlines for completing each of the main tasks in planning courses for a JOG. Actual timings will vary from activity to activity, but ideally should be earlier.
QOFL planning timetable
The following timetable contains suggested latest possible deadlines for completing each of the main tasks in planning courses for a QOFL. Actual timings will vary from event to event, but ideally should be earlier.