Gold Rush Night Orienteering.
Saturday April 24th, 2021. Barrett Cov, Lake McClure.
The 2021 Night 'O' is great preparation for one of our adventure races.
Night O 2021 Results.
Barrett Cove, April 24th.|
Team |
Time |
Missed CP’s |
|
Jamieson and Kelly |
2:22 |
0 |
|
Team RAM. Swehla family. |
3:11 |
0 |
|
Stay Found - Javier and Lee. |
4:00 |
0 |
|
Jerry and Jesse. |
4:06 |
0 |
|
Edwin and Daisy. |
3:40 |
1 |
|
Rick McBee. |
3:32 |
2 |
|
Deb, Cary, Nico - Team Goldrush. |
3:24 |
8 |
|
Tori and Tara. |
3:56 |
8 |
|
Taylor Pospisil. |
2:25 |
10 |
|
How Weird - Andrew and Reese. |
0:55 |
11 |
The 2021 Night 'O', night orienteering, event will be an intermediate level event that is fun for more experienced competitors too and being at night will tune up your nav for future events
Depending on COVID restrictions this may be a virtual event or may require COVID precautions during the event. More information as the date approaches.
The course will have about 12 checkpoints over 5 to 6 miles.
You can run the event as an individual or in a team of any number. You will need hiking/running gear, a headlight and a compass. Maps will be handed out at the start. We will be able to give instruction to anyone who wants it. This is a great way to improve your skills. Come and compete and have fun. You can walk, hike or run depending on your enthusiasm and skill.
The event uses trails and checkpoints set up in the area. The winning time is expected to be about 1 and a 1/2 hours for a fast team and 3 to four hours are allowed. Teams may choose to get as many checkpoints as they desire so the event is suitable for all levels.
Barbecue fixings and hot coals included. Barbie will be lit at 10pm. Bring your own choice of entrée. Arrangements depend on COVID restrictions.
Direction to Barretts Cove: It is about 45 miles East of Modesto. Follow Highway 132 from Modesto through Waterford and La Grange and about 10 miles after La Grange you will come to the Don Pedro gas station and store. Go 1/4 mile more on the main road and then turn right on 'Merced Falls Road'. Follow 'Merced Falls Road' about 2 and a 1/2 miles to an intersection and turn left onto 'Barrett Cove Road' which leads 1 mile to Barretts Cove entrance station. Once inside find campsite M66 for the event location.
We also have orienteering clinics at various times depending on demand. Please email if you are interested in a clinic,. They are usually held at East La Loma park in Modesto.
Let us know you are coming by emailing at info@GoldRushAR.comPay and sign waiver at the event.
NIGHT "O" SCHEDULE:
| 6:30 pm | Orienteering Clinic |
| 8:00 | Check-In, $20 covers cost of maps and refreshments |
| 8:30 | Short meeting and maps |
| 9:00 | Start, Head for the hills! |
| 11:00 | Last teams should return by 11pm, enjoy BBQ and refreshments |
Pay and sign waiver at the event.
2018 Results
| Orienteer | Time | CP's | Position |
| Team Lucky: Jeremy and Mila Olson | 1:37 | 12 | 1 |
| And Loving It: Nick Giori, Tom Proulx, Roy Lambertson | 2:05 | 12 | 2 |
| McTeam: Jerry McDaniel, Jesse McDaniel, Ben McDaniel | 3:29 | 11 | 3 |
| RDT: Ray Kablanow, Denise Hecht, Tammy Hollaway | 4:01 | 5 | 4 |