Type of event: Training, Juniors
Another excellent turnout for the last JOG event of the term. The Northeasterly wind was keen once out of the shelter of the trees, but otherwise the weather was kind and there were smiles all round. UPDATED WITH PHOTOS AND WRITE UP!
Another excellent turnout for the last JOG event of the term. The Northeasterly wind was keen once out of the shelter of the trees, but otherwise the weather was kind and there were smiles all round. It has been a very competitive year, especially on the squirrel course and none of us could predict the final league results until the day – exciting! Well done to Ray for beavering away on his laptop in the van so that we could award certificates and trophies at our ‘tea party’ in Broomfield village hall following the event. We were able to announce the results of the JOG league for the spring term as well as the overall results for the season.
Thank you to everyone who brought delicious food to share, and to Judy and Sarah for masterminding the kitchen.
Thanks also to Steve for excellent courses, Joao and Sara, Richard, Adam and Hazel (who it turns out make a mean fruit cake!) and Linda for collecting controls, and Annabella for helping on registration and download along with the ever dependable Roger and Judy.
We hope to hold one or two events over the summer – September is way too long to wait!! - so watch out for further information. Remember also that there are other events around, with courses suitable for JOGgers (look, for example, on the Devon Orienteers website).
Thank you and well done to everyone who has participated in any way in another successful JOG season, including the ‘behind the scenes’ workers such as Phil who puts all our photos on the website (Phil - sorry they were a bit late for this one!), Sheila who sorts out our venues, dates planners and controllers, Andrew and Rosie who gain permissions, Geoff who is our results calculator and Angela who keeps an eagle eye on the equipment store.
Our Junior Orienteering Group (JOG) runs during term times holding low-key weekly events aimed at juniors, families, and all those looking to improve or train. Newcomers are always welcome.
Non-members are very welcome. If you like it and want to join, read about joining QO here.
We have the usual set of courses (see below) with the Fox course offering a “Retro” twist that harks back to how things were in the old days.
Hare 0.9km 20m climb
Squirrel 1.3km 20m climb
Badger 2.4km 45m climb
Fox 3.3km 75m climb
Please consider buying a pack of pre-entry credits in advance. This costs you the same but saves the club a lot in credit card fees.
Starts from 1.30pm. No starts after 2.30pm. Controls collected 3.30pm.
Woodlands, meadows and fields with some stunning views from top of Broomfield Hill - nearest town Bridgwater. Parking will be along Broomfield Road roadside. Please be very careful getting out of your car. The event will be signed from Pines Road junction Post code TA5 1AX.
This is the final JOG event of the spring term where the league placings will be decided. Directly after the event we will meet at the Broomfield Village hall (just down the road) to announce the final results and award certificates and trophies. Tea, coffee and soft drinks will be provided. Please “bring and share” whatever teatime snacks you like.
Dogs are allowed but there may be Highland cattle in the fields that are used on Badger and Fox courses so dogs must be controlled on a lead in those fields. Only cross the fences at crossing points/stiles and gateways.
Planner: Steve Robertson
Controller: Ray Toomer ray@stertdrove.co.uk
Organisers: Sue and Ray Toomer ray@stertdrove.co.uk
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. All participants must report to download whether they finish their course or not.
Privacy: when participating in our events/activities your name may appear in the results section of this website or in newspaper reports. Read our data protection page to see how we look after your personal data.
Photography: QO has an agreed policy on the taking of photographs at events, based on national guidance. This provides a sensible balance between the benefits and risks associated with the taking and use of images. If you are unsure about acceptable practice, please speak to the event organiser.
Safeguarding: QO is aware of it's responsibilities in safeguarding and child protection. To comply with The Child Safeguarding Practice Review and Relevant Agency (England) Regulations 2018, we now provide an email address for individuals to report concerns to the Lead Safeguarding Officer. This address is safeguarding@britishorienteering.org.uk.
24 25 season squirrel 3rd
24 25 season squirrel 2nd
24 25 season badger 2nd
24 25 season fox 2nd
QOFL winner
24 25 season winner squirrel
24 25 season winner hare
First JOG badge
Spring term badger 2nd
Spring term Badger 1st
Spring term squirrel 3rd
Up for the challenge
Tables turned Roger receives his badger certificate
Spring term hare 2nd
Spring term squirrel 1st