# Latest **URL:** https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/latest.md?page=2 [Latest](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/categories.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [South West League Trophies](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/south-west-league-trophies/521)
**Author:** [@RichardS](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/RichardS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [23 October 2024 15:05 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/south-west-league-trophies/521 "2024-10-23T15:05:04Z")
Lots of QO success in last year’s SW League. Certificates and trophies handed out today to: Yellow - Winner: Bee Hemmings Orange - Winner: Annabelle Lewis Short Green - Winner: Neil Clegg (who also completed all 9 eve… --- ## [Ironman Wales 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/ironman-wales-2024/523)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Rant](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/Mr_Rant)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [23 October 2024 15:02 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/ironman-wales-2024/523 "2024-10-23T15:02:54Z")
On the 22nd October Adam and Ollie attempted Ironman Wales, which consists of a 2.4 mile sea swim, a 112 mile bike ride (with 8,700ft of climbing) followed by a marathon (with 1,700ft of climbing). The race started at 7… --- ## [Street Series 2024-25](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/street-series-2024-25/518)
**Author:** [@RichardS](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/RichardS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [17 October 2024 05:56 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/street-series-2024-25/518 "2024-10-17T05:56:33Z")
The nights are drawing in, but don’t despair - soon it will be time for our winter Street Series. This is our urban GPS-punching score series which takes place on weekday evenings. If anyone would like to plan a course… --- ## [SWOA Annual General Meeting 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/swoa-annual-general-meeting-2024/522)
**Author:** [@RichardS](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/RichardS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [16 October 2024 06:50 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/swoa-annual-general-meeting-2024/522 "2024-10-16T06:50:56Z")
The Annual General Meeting for the South West Orienteering Association (SWOA) takes place online on Tuesday 22nd October at 7pm. All QO members are also SWOA members and are welcome to join the AGM and hear about the st… --- ## [Sarthe O Tour 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/sarthe-o-tour-2024/520)
**Author:** [@andyr](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/andyr)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2024 06:26 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/sarthe-o-tour-2024/520 "2024-10-15T06:26:01Z")
Well here we go with another tale of orienteering on the continent- this one in France. R and I have just started our 4 week vacation visiting various parts of France with the ultimate aim of some autumnal warmth in the … --- ## [N Dartmoor Long O](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/n-dartmoor-long-o/508)
**Author:** [@andyr](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/andyr)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [13 October 2024 20:05 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/n-dartmoor-long-o/508 "2024-10-13T20:05:42Z")
I’ve enjoyed putting this together as a result of my lengthy mapping project- I hope those that do run one of the courses ( or more if they fancy) also enjoy the experience and provide some feedback afterwards ( good or … --- ## [Purbeck Challenge 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/purbeck-challenge-2024/519)
**Author:** [@RichardS](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/RichardS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [6 October 2024 15:18 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/purbeck-challenge-2024/519 "2024-10-06T15:18:59Z")
Taken from Wimborne Orienteers Facebook, and of interest to those who like an epic day out: Purbeck Hill Challenge, Saturday 26th October Enjoy a challenge? Fancy a day out in one of the most scenic parts of England? … --- ## [JIRCs 2024 - Mallards Pike and Mendips](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/jircs-2024-mallards-pike-and-mendips/516)
**Author:** [@Fin\_G](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/Fin_G)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [5 October 2024 20:27 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/jircs-2024-mallards-pike-and-mendips/516 "2024-10-05T20:27:41Z")
Last weekend, I went with the South West Squad to the Junior Inter-Regional Championships (JIRCs) in the Forest of Dean and the Mendips. We had a very successful weekend coming 3rd out of the 12 regional squads. The ind… --- ## [Caddihoe 2024 Braunton Burrows](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/caddihoe-2024-braunton-burrows/515)
**Author:** [@RichardS](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/RichardS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [5 October 2024 20:26 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/caddihoe-2024-braunton-burrows/515 "2024-10-05T20:26:31Z")
3 QO winners at the Caddihoe this year A 3rd place for Hazel on W21 A 3rd place for Mark G on M45 Your prizes were a certificate and a pack of fudge! Presumably to slow you down for next time. I will pass these on som… --- ## [Wales Ironman 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/wales-ironman-2024/514)
**Author:** [@RichardS](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/RichardS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [22 September 2024 18:57 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/wales-ironman-2024/514 "2024-09-22T18:57:54Z")
Adam F and Ollie R have today taken part in the Wales Ironman 2.4 mile swim + 112 mile bike ride + marathon run! And they have both finished with impressive times Well done boys! --- ## [JOG Presentations 2023/24](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/jog-presentations-2023-24/513)
**Author:** [@craddocktaunton](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/craddocktaunton)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [19 September 2024 17:20 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/jog-presentations-2023-24/513 "2024-09-19T17:20:29Z")
Judy and I were presented with a book of JOG memories at the first event of the season at Vivary Park on 7th Sept. It contained some wonderful photographs and comments from adults, children and families from the past. … --- ## [2024 AGM - 19th September (Online)](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/2024-agm-19th-september-online/509)
**Author:** [@QuantockOrienteers](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/QuantockOrienteers)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [16 September 2024 06:10 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/2024-agm-19th-september-online/509 "2024-09-16T06:10:48Z")
This year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be an online meeting on Thursday 19th September at 7pm. This is where we will review the year and vote in the club officials for the coming season. All QO members are wel… --- ## [BOK organised first aid course](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/bok-organised-first-aid-course/510)
**Author:** [@QuantockOrienteers](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/QuantockOrienteers)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [3 September 2024 08:05 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/bok-organised-first-aid-course/510 "2024-09-03T08:05:06Z")
BOK are holding a first aid course in September. If you are interested in helping QO with first aid cover then get in touch as the club may be able to cover the cost. Want to learn First Aid? Need a First Aid qualificat… --- ## [SPunch League 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/spunch-league-2024/507)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Rant](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/Mr_Rant)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [15 August 2024 19:22 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/spunch-league-2024/507 "2024-08-15T19:22:31Z")
4 SPunch events down, 1 to go, and its all to play for! Our current league standings are attached. The best 4 results count. Join us at Fitzhead on the 15th August to see who is taking home the metaphorical series t… --- ## [Coast and Islands 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/coast-and-islands-2024/506)
**Author:** [@andyr](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/andyr)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [24 July 2024 19:37 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/coast-and-islands-2024/506 "2024-07-24T19:37:03Z")
A new one for us but in its fourth year now, this event is getting good reviews each year as a good friendly but low key multi day type with the emphasis on good areas, well mapped with challenging courses As a logical … --- ## [World Champs 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/world-champs-2024/505)
**Author:** [@srober10](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/srober10)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [15 July 2024 20:25 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/world-champs-2024/505 "2024-07-15T20:25:42Z")
We are sitting on a ferry in Oslo harbour (been car rallying) and watching the WOC Sprint in Edinburgh - live, with Norwegian commentators commenting on the routes each runner is taking from the chips on their shoes and … --- ## [A look ahead to 2024-2025 - take 2!](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/a-look-ahead-to-2024-2025-take-2/503)
**Author:** [@QuantockOrienteers](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/QuantockOrienteers)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [10 July 2024 20:23 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/a-look-ahead-to-2024-2025-take-2/503 "2024-07-10T20:23:21Z")
Our announcement in April proved to be premature as we’ve had to make some changes to our events programme for next winter. Unexpected difficulties with land access have forced us to postpone events scheduled for earl… --- ## [Whatsapp Community](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/whatsapp-community/504)
**Author:** [@QuantockOrienteers](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/QuantockOrienteers)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [6 July 2024 20:54 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/whatsapp-community/504 "2024-07-06T20:54:20Z")
The club now has a Whatsapp community - WhatsApp-Gruppeneinladung This community essentially formalises what @KarenLewis , Phil (@daylightgambler) and others have been doing over the years with creating specific communi… --- ## [Yvette Baker Final](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/yvette-baker-final/502)
**Author:** [@KarenLewis](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/KarenLewis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [6 July 2024 20:31 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/yvette-baker-final/502 "2024-07-06T20:31:32Z")
Calling all juniors Quantock orienteer juniors have qualified for the Yvette Baker Final in St Albans Sunday 7th July 2024. Full details - https://www.herts-orienteering.club/events/event/yvette-baker-trophy/ The org… --- ## [BOK Adams Avery & junior relays - 30th June](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/bok-adams-avery-junior-relays-30th-june/496)
**Author:** [@daylightgambler](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/daylightgambler)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [28 June 2024 07:49 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/bok-adams-avery-junior-relays-30th-june/496 "2024-06-28T07:49:00Z")
On Sunday 30th June there are relays at Aston Court - see Adams-Avery & Junior Relays, Ashton Court, Sunday 30th June 2024 | Bristol Orienteering Klub There is an adhoc relay (Green - Short Green - Green) and the Adams … --- ## [Yvette Baker 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/yvette-baker-2024/500)
**Author:** [@RichardS](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/RichardS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [28 June 2024 06:18 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/yvette-baker-2024/500 "2024-06-28T06:18:41Z")
We didn’t realise at the time but the QO team’s second place at Hanham on 9th June qualified us for the final! This is because we came second to NGOC who were top 5 last year. The final is on 7th July near St Albans. I… --- ## [Croeso 2024 - sprint](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/croeso-2024-sprint/501)
**Author:** [@daylightgambler](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/daylightgambler)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [27 June 2024 21:42 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/croeso-2024-sprint/501 "2024-06-27T21:42:38Z")
A teaser for the “rest” day Sprint at Croeso this year: --- ## [Ham Hill 2x2 relay win times (and more planner reflections)](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/ham-hill-2x2-relay-win-times-and-more-planner-reflections/498)
**Author:** [@daylightgambler](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/daylightgambler)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [27 June 2024 08:30 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/ham-hill-2x2-relay-win-times-and-more-planner-reflections/498 "2024-06-27T08:30:05Z")
Here is the break down of course win times: Planned win time Actual win time Controls 101, 142, 118 or 155 Yellow 1A 21 19 No Yellow 2A 20 16.5 No Orange 1A 20 27 No Orange 2A 19 27 No Short Green 1A 21 … --- ## [British Sprint Championships 2024](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/british-sprint-championships-2024/499)
**Author:** [@QuantockOrienteers](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/QuantockOrienteers)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [25 June 2024 07:36 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/british-sprint-championships-2024/499 "2024-06-25T07:36:37Z")
British Sprint Championships 2024 Last weekend, 9 QOs made the trip to the midlands to take part in the British Sprint Championships at The University of Warwick. Ollie out on his course Credit: Robert Lines Each ag… --- ## [SPUNCH 2 - North Curry - 13th June 2024 - Race Report](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/spunch-2-north-curry-13th-june-2024-race-report/491)
**Author:** [@Will.K](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/Will.K)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [16 June 2024 12:41 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/spunch-2-north-curry-13th-june-2024-race-report/491 "2024-06-16T12:41:26Z")
Planning my first Maprun event on an area at sea level, what could possibly go wrong !?! After many hours of playing around with PurplePen and MapRun trying to get them to communicate with each other, I finally realised… --- ## [Chris Hasler passed away on Wednesday 24th April](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/chris-hasler-passed-away-on-wednesday-24th-april/481)
**Author:** [@QuantockOrienteers](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/QuantockOrienteers)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [3 June 2024 21:01 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/chris-hasler-passed-away-on-wednesday-24th-april/481 "2024-06-03T21:01:15Z")
Chris Hasler, a long time member of Quantock Orienteers and previous Club Captain passed away on Wednesday, 24th April. Chris had been ill for several years, but was able to present awards at our last AGM despite bein… --- ## [BOK Mountain Bike Orienteering Event](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/bok-mountain-bike-orienteering-event/489)
**Author:** [@pgebbett](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/pgebbett)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [19 May 2024 08:29 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/bok-mountain-bike-orienteering-event/489 "2024-05-19T08:29:59Z")
We are organising a mountain bike o event in The Mendips on Sunday 26th May. This is a 3 hour score event using an OS 1:25,000 Map. Further details and entries available on link below Https://www.bmbo.org.uk/calendar/de… --- ## [Knighthayes success](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/knighthayes-success/490)
**Author:** [@craddocktaunton](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/craddocktaunton)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [18 May 2024 21:30 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/knighthayes-success/490 "2024-05-18T21:30:19Z")
Report from Hazel on a rare acheivement! Another weekend, another Orienteering event. This weekend, 17 QO members went down to the Knightshayes event hosted by DEVON. It was a lovely hot and sunny day with lots of shade… --- ## [BOK Urban Event in Axbridge and West Cheddar on 15 May](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/bok-urban-event-in-axbridge-and-west-cheddar-on-15-may/487)
**Author:** [@simonslh](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/simonslh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [9 May 2024 21:21 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/bok-urban-event-in-axbridge-and-west-cheddar-on-15-may/487 "2024-05-09T21:21:00Z")
David Faulkner has just asked me to promote the BOK Urban event in Axbridge and West Cheddar as “it’s one of the easier ones for your folks to get to”. It’s on Wed 15 May. Entries close tonight! BOK Urban Series Race … --- ## [Progress of a junior orienteer](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/progress-of-a-junior-orienteer/398)
**Author:** [@Fin\_G](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/u/Fin_G)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [2 May 2024 07:53 UTC](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/t/progress-of-a-junior-orienteer/398 "2024-05-02T07:53:03Z")
Hi. This is a post to show the progress of a junior orienteer and my journey in orienteering since I joined the club. I started orienteering in 2018 when I decided to go to a JOG event because I enjoyed running and I wa… [Previous page](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/latest.md?page=1) [Next page](https://chat.quantockorienteers.co.uk/latest.md?page=3)