Bush 3: Mt Billy

Mt Billy SE

This area was mapped some years ago and hence, the vegetation (both yellow and green) should be interpreted accordingly. The terrain varies from open wandoo to scrappy and scratchy thicker vegetation. Full body cover, especially leg protection is highly recommended. Some recent changes to motorbike tracks have been mapped, but there may still be some unmapped tracks – especially west of Ball Rd, which only impacts H1 competitors.

Water will be supplied on courses as per OA rules. One water drop is located near the finish and this is primarily for H1 competitors. It is marked on all maps with the water cup symbol. The other water drops will be located at controls – 1 water drop for each Hard course and the Moderate course. You are encouraged to bring your own water as well.

This event is a WA Schools Team Selection Event.

Entries: Pre-entry is available via Eventor. You will also be able to enter at the event, from 9am.
Courses: H1 (8.0 kms), H2 (6.1kms), H3 (4.7kms), H4 (3.0kms), M (3.6kms), E (2.7kms), VE (2.5kms).
Map Scale: 1:10,000 with 5m contours.
Registration: 9:00 to 10.30 am.
Start Times: From 9:30 to 11:30 am. The start is approximately 400m north of the assembly area, adjacent to Ball Rd.
Courses Close: 1:00pm. Please return to the assembly area by this time, even if you have not finished your course.
Facilities: Toilet.
Bring: Your SI card and compass or these can be borrowed at the event. Also bring sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat and water bottle (plus water for after you finish) and comfortable walking or running shoes. Please also bring cash for enter on the day as card/EFTPOS payments may not be available.
What not to bring: Your dog! Remember that dogs are not permitted at bush events.

More information is available on Eventor, including directions to the event, and Information Flyer.

If you are new to orienteering, check out general information about Bush events.

Photo: Starting at Mt Billy.