Specifics for this event! (meet preview)
Parking entrance fee (and it is also possible to camp- make enquires on-line at Orange County Parks) -
Entrance fee and option to park free are here:
Driving Directions
Park trails are subject to closure for at least 3 days after rainfall.
So, if rains then our event will be simply cancelled.
Stay alert. Watch LAOC website for news.
Registration/start will be in the day-use area south of park entrance.
Courses as of 3/6/10 PLEASE CHECK BACK CLOSER TO EVENT
This will be a normal point-to-point event with White(beg1), Yellow(beg2) a Long Intermediate (orange) and both Short ADVANCED (like Brown) and Long ADVANCED (like Red) courses. Advanced means navigation skills needed. Remember : you should choose by your navigational skill level, not the distance.
Course Setter's Notes:
The rains have hampered my completing the courses, but I can offer the following:
First, if you are running the Red course, be aware that there will be considerable cross-terrain traverses in rough thistle. You will need gaiters. This thistle can be thigh high in some places, so wear appropriate protection. Next, there is poison oak in O'Neill and it may not be apparent this early in the season. Be sure to take appropriate precautions and wash after the event with an appropriate soap.
Both Red (over 5 Km) and Long Orange will be at a remote start in order to acquire the necessary length. You should be aware that Red in particular will probably exceed the climb parameters set by USOF. I expect a 5% climb. Long Orange is 'long' also because of the climb factor, although I am attempting to keep it at 4%.
Please keep in mind there is a parking fee of $5 per car.
Also, if there is rain within 48 hrs. prior to the event, the Park will not allow use of the trails, so check before you come - it might be postponed with last minute notice.
Yellow is going to be a bit more challenging than normal, because there will be some travel between established trails. Sharon says 'it will be good for them'.
Brown will be within climb and length parameters. It will have one lengthy and steep descent, so be extra cautious.
Have fun. Don Sieveke
Park consists of two areas:
- flat camping area along Trabuco Creek (usually dry) - nice and civilized;
- steep wild "green" West Area, with poison oak, cactuses, sharp brushes, etc. Beginners can
avoid hazard by staying on trails. Advanced should cover-up: long pants, gaiters.
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