RE: CHANGE OF VENUE AND ROUTE! TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: Saturday 1 February 2020 - Lion's Head and Signal Hill (Optional caves)

Hi Trailers!

 

Our run on Saturday is ON! The wind looks as if it will be dropping and weather looks cooler but as always come prepared for anything.

 

Please note change in route and venue to Lion's Head from Kloofnek parking.

 

There will be a relaxed group

 

See you at 6:25am

 

Liz

082 893 8617

 

From: liz_brash@mweb.co.za <liz_brash@mweb.co.za>
Sent: Tuesday, 28 January 2020 21:17
To: 'tmtrailers' <tmtrailers@googlegroups.com>
Subject: NB: CHANGE OF VENUE AND ROUTE! TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: Saturday 1 February - 2020 Lion's Head and Signal Hill (Optional caves)

 

Hi Trailers!

 

CHANGE OF VENUE AND ROUTE

 

Due to the route of the FIrgrove Challenge road race effectively blocking most of the routes through to Constantia Nek from the Constantia/Tokai side on Saturday morning, we have decided to postpone the DIsas to the 8 Feb and do an old favourite this Saturday.

 

Route
We meet at Kloof Nek parking to sign in.

From there we cross the busy intersection and run up towards Lion's Head hopping on to the single track to the left of the road. Once we reach the start of the Lion's Head jeep track, we turn left up the jeep track and follow this round (trying to avoid the crowds!).

At the point where we can see Clifton Beach below, there is an overhang to the right called Lawry's Ledge – not too far off the path. We will do a short trek up there to see the view. Back down on the track we follow the path up towards Lion's Head.

Around the bend, there is a path to the left which will take you down towards the mosque and the various options to choose once there OR for those who would like to explore 1 or 2 more caves, ignore that path and continue round Lion's Head. When we can see Signal Hill, there is a path on the right that leads up to another overhang. Well worth the short climb to see the view. Further round, there is another cave called Watchman's Cave. We then return to the path and run down towards the mosque

 

Once at the junction just before the mosque:

1. there is a path to the left taking you down to the path that runs back around Lion's Head – a shorter route
2. continue past the mosque and up to Signal Hill to take in the view and then return back down to the junction to run back round Lion's Head
3. Continue to the junction after the mosque, cross the road and run down towards the noon gun and back above the houses. (regular route)

 

Rendezvous and start time
Meet at 6:25am at Kloofnek parking to sign in. We start running at 6:30am

 

Terrain and distance
Single track and jeep tracks. Uphill at the beginning round Lion's Head then flowing undulating running to get back

Between 8 and 14km depending on the route chosen 

Groups
This is a pack run with regular regroups, we will split into speed groups with leaders and sweeps on the morning. 

The relaxed group will be confirmed on Friday

Dogs
Please note that  K-Way VOB club rules do not permit dogs on our runs.

 

What to bring
Water, whistle, warm/windproof top depending on weather, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.

Important: Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.   
Leaders of each group will ensure that no-one is left behind. Please keep the groups together and ensure that no-one is left on their own. 

 

See you there!
Liz

 

082 893 8617

 

Warning:  Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.

Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed.  To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.

By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that: 
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety. 
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and 
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.

 

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NB: CHANGE OF VENUE AND ROUTE! TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: Saturday 1 February - 2020 Lion's Head and Signal Hill (Optional caves)

Hi Trailers!

 

CHANGE OF VENUE AND ROUTE

 

Due to the route of the FIrgrove Challenge road race effectively blocking most of the routes through to Constantia Nek from the Constantia/Tokai side on Saturday morning, we have decided to postpone the DIsas to the 8 Feb and do an old favourite this Saturday.

 

Route
We meet at Kloof Nek parking to sign in.

From there we cross the busy intersection and run up towards Lion's Head hopping on to the single track to the left of the road. Once we reach the start of the Lion's Head jeep track, we turn left up the jeep track and follow this round (trying to avoid the crowds!).

At the point where we can see Clifton Beach below, there is an overhang to the right called Lawry's Ledge – not too far off the path. We will do a short trek up there to see the view. Back down on the track we follow the path up towards Lion's Head.

Around the bend, there is a path to the left which will take you down towards the mosque and the various options to choose once there OR for those who would like to explore 1 or 2 more caves, ignore that path and continue round Lion's Head. When we can see Signal Hill, there is a path on the right that leads up to another overhang. Well worth the short climb to see the view. Further round, there is another cave called Watchman's Cave. We then return to the path and run down towards the mosque

 

Once at the junction just before the mosque:

1. there is a path to the left taking you down to the path that runs back around Lion's Head – a shorter route
2. continue past the mosque and up to Signal Hill to take in the view and then return back down to the junction to run back round Lion's Head
3. Continue to the junction after the mosque, cross the road and run down towards the noon gun and back above the houses. (regular route)

 

Rendezvous and start time
Meet at 6:25am at Kloofnek parking to sign in. We start running at 6:30am

 

Terrain and distance
Single track and jeep tracks. Uphill at the beginning round Lion's Head then flowing undulating running to get back

Between 8 and 14km depending on the route chosen 

Groups
This is a pack run with regular regroups, we will split into speed groups with leaders and sweeps on the morning. 

The relaxed group will be confirmed on Friday

Dogs
Please note that  K-Way VOB club rules do not permit dogs on our runs.

 

What to bring
Water, whistle, warm/windproof top depending on weather, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.

Important: Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.   
Leaders of each group will ensure that no-one is left behind. Please keep the groups together and ensure that no-one is left on their own. 

 

See you there!
Liz

 

082 893 8617

 

Warning:  Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.

Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed.  To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.

By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that: 
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety. 
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and 
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.

 

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TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Nest Run Saturday 1st February - Red Disa run

 

Hi All

 

 

Saturday 1 February 2020 –  Red Disa Run – Constantia Neck, Reservoirs, Aqueducts – a few optional routes

This Saturday we will go on our annual hunt for the red disas. Our route takes us from Constantia neck to the Aqueducts.

Brief Description of Route

From the Constantia Neck parking,  up the single track past the 'Bailiff cottage'.  From here there will be a few options to get to the Aqueducts.  Your leader of the day will choose the route.  We hope to all meet at the aqueducts to see and photograph the red disas.

Rendezvous and Start Time

RV in the Constantia Neck parking opposite the Constantia Neck restaurant, - in time to start running at 06h30 (please come at least 10 mins earlier to allow time for signing the register and for the pre-run brief)  Just for fun – wear something red

Terrain and Distance

The usual uphill start up the single track up to the 'Bailiff cottage' .  Thereafter, good and easy single and Jeep tracks .   More or less 14 km taking in the region of about 3.0 hours.  Please note this is a pack run, and we will divide into a few pace groups on the day with a leader and a sweep chosen per group,

Please take note of the longer time for this route

How to get there?

From the Constantia side head up towards Hout Bay. At the circle, go three-quarters round and park at the Constantia Neck parking opposite the Constantia Neck restaurant.

IMPORTANT:
Please make sure to bring enough water ie. minimum 1.5L for the duration of the run. Also ensure you carry a warm/windproof top and a whistle.  Also please carry some form of ICE details

 

K-Way VOB does not allow dogs on our runs

 

 

Have a great week

 

Gaeleen

(083 55 696 79)




K-Way VOB's Medium Distance Trail Group

Website:  www.kwayvob.co.za
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Warning: Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It takes place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.  
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed.  To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that: 1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety. 2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and 3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.

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FW: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - Saturday 25th January 2020 - NewlandsForest

Hi All,

 

This Saturday's run is confirmed.  The weather is looking perfect for trail running – cool and overcast - according to my app.

 

There will be three groups:

• a longer/faster group led by Tim
• a medium group led by yours truly
• a relaxed (run/walk) group led by Felicity & Neil.

 

See you at the UCT carpark nearest to Rhodes Mem Drive by 6:25 latest.

 

Lorraine

072 575 0914 (Whatsapp only)

 

 

 

From: Lorraine Nevin
Sent: Sunday, 19 January 2020 20:14
To: Table Group
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - Saturday 25th January 2020 - NewlandsForest

 

Hi,

 

How about ending January – yes! already! - with a cool, shady run in Newlands forest? Something like the old Two Oceans 10km route, give or take a path here and a rock there.

 

Brief description of route

We'll head up the Rhodes Mem hill past the old zoo to pick up the Silvertree Trail, nip over to the Woodcutters Path, and wend our way in a south-westerly direction until we can go no further. Hopefully, we'll pass Lady Barnard's cottage and some trickling streams along the way. Highlights will include the intoxicating scent of the forest floor and the magic of dappled sunshine through the trees.

 

Terrain and distance

We'll try to run on undulating single tracks as much as possible, with the odd jeep track thrown in for sanity. The medium group will cover more or less 10 km. This is a short run: we usually finish in about 90 minutes. Tim's group may go a little further.

 

Rendezvous and start time

We'll start at the UCT Upper Campus South parking lot at 6.30am. From the southern suburbs, take the M3 offramp into UCT campus and loop around, keeping left, until you start heading off campus again. If you're coming from town/north, take exit 7 and drive all the way through campus and out the other side. You'll see a parking lot with trees as you exit.

Please be there by 6.25am latest to sign the register and for a short briefing.

 

 

Groups
This is a pack run with regular regroups. We will split into various speed groups with leaders and sweeps on the morning.
The relaxed group will be confirmed on Friday.
* Please note that our relaxed group is a running group, not a walking or hiking group. *

 

Dogs
Please note that  K-Way VOB club rules do not permit dogs on our runs.
 
What to bring
Compulsory kit: Water, whistle, warm/windproof top depending on weather, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.
The weather looks to be warm and sunny so please carry plenty of water and wear sunscreen.

Important: 

Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.   
Leaders of each group will ensure that no-one is left behind. Please keep the groups together and ensure that no-one is left on their own.

You can read our full guidelines on our blog here: Table Mountain Trailers blog

See you there!
Lorraine

072 575 0914

 

Warning:  

Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed.  To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.   

 

 

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS - Saturday 25th January 2020 - Newlands Forest

Hi,

 

How about ending January – yes! already! - with a cool, shady run in Newlands forest? Something like the old Two Oceans 10km route, give or take a path here and a rock there.

 

Brief description of route

We'll head up the Rhodes Mem hill past the old zoo to pick up the Silvertree Trail, nip over to the Woodcutters Path, and wend our way in a south-westerly direction until we can go no further. Hopefully, we'll pass Lady Barnard's cottage and some trickling streams along the way. Highlights will include the intoxicating scent of the forest floor and the magic of dappled sunshine through the trees.

 

Terrain and distance

We'll try to run on undulating single tracks as much as possible, with the odd jeep track thrown in for sanity. The medium group will cover more or less 10 km. This is a short run: we usually finish in about 90 minutes. Tim's group may go a little further.

 

Rendezvous and start time

We'll start at the UCT Upper Campus South parking lot at 6.30am. From the southern suburbs, take the M3 offramp into UCT campus and loop around, keeping left, until you start heading off campus again. If you're coming from town/north, take exit 7 and drive all the way through campus and out the other side. You'll see a parking lot with trees as you exit.

Please be there by 6.25am latest to sign the register and for a short briefing.

 

 

Groups
This is a pack run with regular regroups. We will split into various speed groups with leaders and sweeps on the morning.
The relaxed group will be confirmed on Friday.
* Please note that our relaxed group is a running group, not a walking or hiking group. *

 

Dogs
Please note that  K-Way VOB club rules do not permit dogs on our runs.
 
What to bring
Compulsory kit: Water, whistle, warm/windproof top depending on weather, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.
The weather looks to be warm and sunny so please carry plenty of water and wear sunscreen.

Important: 

Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.   
Leaders of each group will ensure that no-one is left behind. Please keep the groups together and ensure that no-one is left on their own.

You can read our full guidelines on our blog here: Table Mountain Trailers blog

See you there!
Lorraine

072 575 0914

 

Warning:  

Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed.  To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.   

 

TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Run tomorrow is ON Cecilia Forest

Hi Trailers

Run tomorrow is ON. Meet in Cecilia parking lot at 6.25 am ready to run at 6.30 am.

There will be a Relaxed group.

Bring water please, it's hot out there!

Allison

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TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS Sat 18 January 2020 Cecilia/Rooikat/Spilhaus

Hi Trailers
This week we do an old route. Our route takes us on a circular route along the contour path from Cecilia to Skeleton Gorge, up and down Rooikat, past Cecilia waterfall and Spilhaus Ravine.

Brief description of route
Start at the Cecelia Forest parking (corner Hohenort and Rhodes drive) and follow the cycle track, parallel to Rhodes drive, towards Southern Cross drive. From there, groups follow the steep jeep track towards Constantia Nek, before turning north along the upper contour path.  Then up the stairs to Rooikat Ravine and towards Cecelia waterfall.  Carry on to the Fourways signpost above Kirstenbosch, where the Main group can do an extra loop to Skeleton's Gorge.

Rendezvous and start time
RV in the Cecelia Forest parking (corner Hohenort and Rhodes drive) in time to start running at 06h30.

Terrain and distance
A mixture of single and jeep tracks with a bit of a climb up Rooikat.  Enough to get your heart rate into vigorous mode for your Discovery points :)
More or less 10-12 km taking in the region of about 2.0.

Groups
This is a pack run with regular regroups, we will split into speed groups with leaders and sweeps on the morning.
The relaxed group will be confirmed on Friday.

Dogs
Please note that  K-Way VOB club rules do not permit dogs on our runs.
 
What to bring
Water, whistle, warm/windproof top depending on weather, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.

Important: Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.   
Leaders of each group will ensure that no-one is left behind. Please keep the groups together and ensure that no-one is left on their own.

See you there!
Allison 0839837152





 


Warning:  Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.
Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed.  To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.
By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that:
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety.
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.   

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RE: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: Saturday 11 January 2020: Chapman's Nek, Silvermine, Blackburn Ravine

Hi Trailers

 

Our run tomorrow is ON!  There will be a relaxed group

 

See you at the Hout Bay beach parking near Vida for sign in at 6:25.

 

Weather looks good with a light breeze but please come prepared just in case

 

Liz

082 893 8617

 

From: tmtrailers@googlegroups.com <tmtrailers@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of liz_brash@mweb.co.za
Sent: Sunday, 05 January 2020 21:38
To: 'tmtrailers' <tmtrailers@googlegroups.com>
Subject: TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: Saturday 11 January 2020: Chapman's Nek, Silvermine, Blackburn Ravine

 

Happy New Year Trailers!

 

Welcome to our first official run of 2020!

We will be doing a new route for us – up to Chapman's Nek, carrying on up to reach Silvermine, then along to Blackburn Ravine and down. There are variations for different distances.

 

Route
We meet at Hout Bay Beach parking to sign in. Then we'll pile into a few cars and drive up to park at the turnaround point on Chappies.

We go up the single track to Chapman's Nek and at the junction continue up the single track to eventually reach Silvermine between Noordhoek Peak and Noordhoek Lookout. A fairly big climb but not exposed.

Once in Silvermine, there are a variety of options to get to the top of BlackBurn: jeep track, panorama path or Amphitheatre path (similar distances just timing will differ). We come down Blackburn via the top path or the normal path. Once at East Fort, we run back down to the beach parking (10km). (ferrying drivers back to the start to pick up cars)

 

For those that want extra distance, they can take the contour path back to the Nek and run back down to the cars at the start.(13km)

For a shor­ter run, at Chapman's Nek junction, go up Chapmans Peak and back down to start.

Rendezvous and start time
Meet at 6:25am at the beach parking at Hout Bay to sign in. Then pile into a few cars and drive up to park at the turnaround point on Chappies (asking for a free Day Pass at the tollgate).

We'll start running around 6:45am.

There is not a lot of parking up there so we need as few cars as possible

 

Terrain and distance
Single track and jeep tracks. Uphill start and then jeep track or single track running in  Silvermine and single track and jeep track down Blackburn

Around 10 – 13km depending on the route chosen 

Groups
This is a pack run with regular regroups, we will split into speed groups with leaders and sweeps on the morning. 

The relaxed group will be confirmed on Friday

Dogs
Please note that  K-Way VOB club rules do not permit dogs on our runs.

 

What to bring
Water, whistle, warm/windproof top depending on weather, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.

Important: Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.   
Leaders of each group will ensure that no-one is left behind. Please keep the groups together and ensure that no-one is left on their own. 

 

See you there!
Liz

 

082 893 8617

 

Warning:  Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.

Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed.  To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.

By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that: 
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety. 
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and 
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.

 

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TABLE MOUNTAIN TRAILERS: Saturday 11 January 2020: Chapman's Nek, Silvermine, Blackburn Ravine

Happy New Year Trailers!

 

Welcome to our first official run of 2020!

We will be doing a new route for us – up to Chapman's Nek, carrying on up to reach Silvermine, then along to Blackburn Ravine and down. There are variations for different distances.

 

Route
We meet at Hout Bay Beach parking to sign in. Then we'll pile into a few cars and drive up to park at the turnaround point on Chappies.

We go up the single track to Chapman's Nek and at the junction continue up the single track to eventually reach Silvermine between Noordhoek Peak and Noordhoek Lookout. A fairly big climb but not exposed.

Once in Silvermine, there are a variety of options to get to the top of BlackBurn: jeep track, panorama path or Amphitheatre path (similar distances just timing will differ). We come down Blackburn via the top path or the normal path. Once at East Fort, we run back down to the beach parking (10km). (ferrying drivers back to the start to pick up cars)

 

For those that want extra distance, they can take the contour path back to the Nek and run back down to the cars at the start.(13km)

For a shor­ter run, at Chapman's Nek junction, go up Chapmans Peak and back down to start.

Rendezvous and start time
Meet at 6:25am at the beach parking at Hout Bay to sign in. Then pile into a few cars and drive up to park at the turnaround point on Chappies (asking for a free Day Pass at the tollgate).

We'll start running around 6:45am.

There is not a lot of parking up there so we need as few cars as possible

 

Terrain and distance
Single track and jeep tracks. Uphill start and then jeep track or single track running in  Silvermine and single track and jeep track down Blackburn

Around 10 – 13km depending on the route chosen 

Groups
This is a pack run with regular regroups, we will split into speed groups with leaders and sweeps on the morning. 

The relaxed group will be confirmed on Friday

Dogs
Please note that  K-Way VOB club rules do not permit dogs on our runs.

 

What to bring
Water, whistle, warm/windproof top depending on weather, space blanket, ICE ID - either on your phone, bracelet/tag, card in your backpack.

Important: Please remember to look behind you at every turn in the route to make sure the people behind you see which way you are going.   
Leaders of each group will ensure that no-one is left behind. Please keep the groups together and ensure that no-one is left on their own. 

 

See you there!
Liz

 

082 893 8617

 

Warning:  Trail running is inherently more dangerous than road running.  It may take place over uneven hazard strewn trails in exposed and often remote terrain where help is not always readily available.

Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk as although the organizers take reasonable precautions to ensure runner safety, it cannot be guaranteed.  To this end neither the Club nor the organisers personally can be held liable for any claims relating to inter alia, injuries, disabilities and death. Further any minor child participating in any trail running activity will be deemed to be doing so with the consent of his or her guardian.

By starting out on a trail run you explicitly acknowledge that: 
1] you understand the associated risks involved and accept full responsibility for your own safety. 
2] you are medically and physically fit to participate and 
3] are carrying the necessary water, clothing and safety equipment required for the particular run.

 

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