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Rogaining



Sun 14 Aug 2016 10:00am - 4:00pm

Posted by Gina S on Tue, 26 Jul 2016
Leaders: Gina S
Standard: Everyone welcome
Meeting: Tue, 2 Aug 2016, 7:00 pm


"Hobson's Choice"

Event Overview for regulars (read on below if you have no idea what a Rogaine is): 

WHAT IS A ROGAINE?

Normally a rogaine takes place in the bush. Teams of 2-5 people use a map and compass to find markers. Points are given for each marker that is found, more points are awarded for markers that are far from the starting point or are a navigational challenge. Teams choose their route and attempt to collect as many points as they can before returning to the starting point (Hash House) before the clock stops. In other words, a treasure hunt in the bush where the winning team wins a chocolate bar. Events are usually 6, 8, 12 or 24 hours. These events are organised by the Victorian Rogaining Association (VRA) with teams from MUMC competing in most rogaines.

THIS EVENT

This event will run in a metropolitan area (navigation is usually easier than on bush rogaines) and there is also the option to complete the course on a bike. Question and multiple choice answers will be used, rather than electronic tags, to confirm you have been to the checkpoint. 

MAP

Based on Melways. 1:20,000 scale

WHAT TO BRING

- Water (2 litres), snacks, sun protection, pens to mark your map, comfortable closed shoes, rain jacket if bad weather. Gaiters are highly recommended.

- Compass, first aid kit, whistle. These can be hired from VRA on the day.

HASH HOUSE

The Hash House is starting point of the rogaine. It is the site of the admin, first aid and food tents.

HASH HOUSE FOOD

All rogaines are catered. Meals typically consist of BBQ sausages. Hamburgers, Vegie burgers, Stews and Soups, Also desserts with Tea, Coffee & Milo available. Bring your own Plate, Bowl, Cup Cutlery and Chair.

COST

$30 entry plus transport to and from event. MUMC refunds $10 after the event. Speak to Rogaine deputy or Treasurer for more info.

A late entry fee applies from 3 August. This fee is waived for people competing in their first rogaine.

HOW TO ENTER

1. These events are organised by the VRA, not MUMC. You must set up a membership account (free) with the VRA to participate. http://vra.rogaine.asn.au/

2. Come to the trip meeting on Tuesday 9 August to be teamed up and to organise transport.

3. Register your team with the VRA using your membership number before 10 August.


Final instructions which includes start location and how to get there will be available on the VRA home page from Tuesday before the Rogaine.

Event Indemnity Form to be sign by all team members and handed in at Registration


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