Monday Night Fun Running

Judy had set a 26 control course this evening - the 26th control being her friend around the corner at #28. My apologies to people that wanted to claim this - and I haven't provided 7 points as suggested (I didn't even give myself the extra points as I wondered how I could record #28 on the card - only to realise that the control thereabouts was actually #1. I should have dropped this and gone directly from 8 to 15). As an added bonus for our fitter runners, Judy had prepared two maps - a long course and a short course. The long course used the extra area above Highbury Road - so fitter participants could stretch out and get more distance (but in most cases, less controls). I think this is an interesting format and may use this in future - but I'll provide an extra 5 controls and 30 control cards to long-course participants - that way they get the same close-in controls as us with the opportunity to pick up a few 2-3 point controls in an adjacent area. The format would be like a cross between Bernie's event last week and Judy's event this week.

News from Bernie

On the subject of Bernie - he reports that Ann underwent bypass surgery over the weekend and everything seems to have gone well. While she is in ICU for a couple of days, she's sleeping well and is already looking better. We'll keep you posted as more news comes to hand.

Power Walker Disqualified

Lou (aka Louise) Waller who took part in her first street-orienteering event today with Sue (aka Susan) Waller was disqualified as a result of poor power-walking form. Lou is staying with Sue and Paul at the moment and went with Sue this evening. All went well out on the course, although Sue noted that she was always out in front and surged ahead to get to each of the light poles before Sue. When pressed for more details, Sue noted that she had walked behind Lou for the whole course and was aware that she often had two feet off the ground at the same time - and that she wondered if she could lodge a protest about this. It was noted that other PW entrants are not permitted to have more than one foot off the ground at a time - and that this concept should be applied across the board. After several moments of serious consideration and much laughter - Lou was disqualified (if I were you Sue, I'd make sure she sleeps outside tonight - if she's miffed by this decision, her vengeance could be swift...).

After the run, we all retired to Judy's place for tea/coffee, pizza and various other delicacies provided by our host. Thanks Judy for an enjoyable evening.

Course Setter - Judy Hopkins

Feedback

Eric Davidson - I liked having the choice of long or short course, although it is a lot more work for the course setter. Having a lolly stop was great. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who help make Monday nights happen. It is my main orienteering activity at the moment.

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