Night and Day Rally - Kings Forest, Thetford Gate 203, ( B1106 ) Kings West Forest, Thetford, Norfolk, IP286UY
By Kind Permission of Forestry England
Kindly Sponsored By Skinner’s Pet Food and Animal Feeds Suffolk
www.skinnners.co.uk
Championship points will be awarded for this event
WHEN: Saturday 27th November 2021 ( Night Stage ) arrival from 1200hrs to Sunday 28th November 2021, ( Day Stage ) site to be vacated by 1600hrs
WHERE: GATE: 203 ( B1106 ) Kings Forest West Thetford Norfolk, IP286UY
COST
See Online Entry Form which is available to complete on the AMWA Website and Mobile App
Entries close: Monday 22nd November 2021
Please book as early as possible
Rig Inspections:
Saturday 27th November 2021 from 14:00 hrs near start line. Sunday 28th November 2021 from 07:00 hrs ( for those competing on
Sunday Only )
Important: if you have NOT taken part in a Rally before you will not be able to take part in the night stage.
Toilets and Catering from will be on site. However, under the current Covid -19 guidance and for your own safety, we recommend that you please use your own caravan and tent toilets where possible. Please also remember to wash your hands and sanitize and maintain social distancing.
So please come along and take the opportunity to meet old and new friends.
What will be different this year?
● SOCIAL DISTANCING – anyone who attends this event must agree to comply with the Forestry England and AMWA event rules, and the current social distancing rules at all times. If you fail to do so you will be asked to leave the event.
● HAND WASHING / SANITISING – Please ensure you regularly wash or sanitize your hands. Please make sure you bring your own hand sanitiser.
● ON ARRIVAL – you MUST check in with Committee/event organizers ● Whilst we have our own designated area we are part of a public forestry land and need to be respectful to other users.
You should also be aware that IF Covid-19 government advice changes and lockdown is re implemented we will do our utmost to refund in full.
DOGS:
● All dogs must be kept under control and on leads at all times.
● Please do not attach dog chains etc to any trees.
● You MUST pick up after your dogs.
● Please clear up after your dogs, including fur and try to prevent digging and fill in any
holes, soil & equipment will be provided.
● Please provide adequate shade for your dogs.
Eligibility for Dogs and Mushers
Any dog participating in a Rally organised by the Alaskan Malamute Working Association must be a purebred sled dog and be registered with the Kennel Club to that effect, or have a rescue number issued by the Official Breed Club for that breed (sled dog breeds only) or have an
AMWA Working Number.
MUSHER’S MEETING: Saturday 27th November 2021 at 16:00hrs (ALL MUST ATTEND) Sunday 28th November 2021 at 07:00hrs (For those running Sunday only)
START TIME: Saturday 27th November 2021 at 16:30hrs (Junior, Scooter) 1800hrs (All other classes)
Sunday 28th November 2021 at 07:00hrs
STARTING ORDER: Random Draw (Saturday) Seeded (Sunday)
CLASSES
All competing dogs must be 12 months old or over to compete at an AMWA event!
M1 1 x Alaskan Malamute
M2 2 x Alaskan Malamute
MS 3 + Alaskan Malamute only
ASFDC(3) 2-3 Dog, Mixed sled dog teams (Any sled/freight dog combination) See Para 29. & 30. below
ASFDC(8) 4-8 Dog, Mixed sled dog teams (Any sled/freight dog combination)
* (Passenger Rig) See para 29. & 30. below
ES 2 Dog Siberian Husky
DS 2-3 Dog Siberian Husky
CS 3-4 Dog Siberian Husky
BS 4-6 Dog Siberian Husky
4-8 Dog Siberian Husky* (Passenger Rig)
S1 Scooter (1 dog only)
BKJ Bikejor (1 dog only)
J1 Junior 12 - 18 years (1 dog only)
J2 Junior 8 - 11 years (1 dog only)
DV Veteran (2/4 Dog with an average age of 7
Any Sled dog combination * - A maximum of 6 dogs on a 3 wheeled Rig. A maximum of 8 dogs will be permitted on a 4 wheeled Rig.
ASFDC Team Composition
To protect the heavier freight breeds from possible injury and/or neck lining, the following team compositions will be permitted:
3 freight dogs or minimum of 1 freight dog
ASFDC(8) – 4 freight dogs or minimum of 2 freight dogs
5 freight dogs or minimum of 2 freight dogs
6 freight dogs or minimum of 3 freight dogs
7 freight dogs or minimum of 3 freight dogs (4 wheeled or passenger
rig) 8 freight dogs or minimum of 4 freight dogs (4 wheeled or
passenger rig)
If competing in ASFDC(3) – 3 dog team, and through injury or for welfare reasons a dog has to be dropped the team must still consist of the minimum of 1 freight dog or you will be disqualified. If competing in ASFDC(8) and through injury or for welfare reasons a dog has to be dropped the team must still consist of the minimum number of freight dogs
(mixed team), or you will be disqualified
Entry Fees:
Members - 2 day entry 1st Class - £21:20 – 2nd Class £12:00 – 3rd and subsequent free. 1 day entry 1st Class - £13:00 – 2nd Class £6:00 – 3rd and subsequent free
Non-Member - 2 day entry 1st Class - £29:50 - 2nd Class £15:00 – 3rd Class £12:00 1 day entry 1st Class - £17:00 – 2nd Class £7:50 – 3rd Class £6
4th class and subsequent free. Junior Member - 2 day entry - £4. 1 day entry £3
Junior Non-Member – 2 day entry £6. 1 day entry £4 Entry form link:- https://my.raceresult.com/183628
CLASS RUNNING ORDER: Saturday – TBC Sunday – TBC
THE COURSE
The trails are mainly on grass with limited sections running along fire trails which are of a hard compacted sandy surface. The majority of the course is generally flat. BOOTING Booting should not be required but it is at the Musher’s discretion.
PROTECTIVE HELMET The correct wearing of a protective helmet is COMPULSORY for all classes.
The following approved types of helmets are acceptable. They must be undamaged and have a serviceable chin strap.
a. Cycle Helmet
b. BMX Helmet
c. Ski Helmet
Helmets must be available for inspection by the scrutineer during the rig inspection.
VEHICLE ACCESS Via Fire Gate 203
Follow signs to the Admin Area.
PARKING There is plenty of space for parking and staking out of teams. LIGHTING EQUIPMENT No wet acid batteries may be carried.
Plastic lenses are recommended, but any glass must be taped or preferably bagged.
Back-Up lights must be carried i.e. a head torch. The lights must be available for inspection
FACILITIES:
TOILETS Portable toilets will be provided
WATER You need to provide your own water
CATERING: www.happyherefords.co.uk
CAMPING Overnight Camping is permitted the charge of £5.00 per vehicle/per night.
RUBBISH
We have the use of this forest on the understanding that there is no trace of our presence on the day after the rally. This means that you must clear up your dogs waste, fill in any holes dug and remove all litter. Please do not chain your dogs to the trees. Thank You!
IN AN EMERGENCY
VET CARE See Below
FIRST AID See Below
LOCAL HOSPITAL See Below
OTHER
VOLUNTEERS - Events cannot be run without assistance. Please volunteer. There is a space on the entry form to indicate your preference. We will be using RAYNET as marshals for checkpoints, BUT we need volunteers for many other jobs such as snubbing to help start teams, and general assistance. Thank you.
SELLING OF COMMERCIAL GOODS at the Event Site will not be permitted without prior approval of the Organisers and Forestry England
USEFUL WEBSITES
WHAT’S ON:
No ‘off lead’ area available at this event. Catering www.happyherefords.co.uk
Fully insured 5* food hygiene Rating, Serving a Variety of different
food services. See link for further details
Event Organisers Richard Clay 07717763718 richardclay@amwa.org.uk
Katie Clay
07799647018 katieclay@amwa.org.uk
IMPORTANT INFORMATION & SAFETY
• If you are camping please bring with you a suitable fire extinguisher for your
caravan, Campervan or tent.
• OPEN FIRES INCLUDING CHINESE LANTERNS AND FIRE PITS AND BBQ's
ARE NOT ALLOWED.
• Please keep your dog on a lead at all times
• Please ensure children are supervised at all times.
• There are some holes and uneven ground around the area so please take care
when driving or walking about during the evening
• You MUST attend the site welcome/safety briefing
LOCAL INFORMATION
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More details will be provided in your welcome pack and on the app but here are
important bits...
West Suffolk
01284713000 A&E 11 Miles
Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP332QZ
Addenbrookes
01223245151
A&E
11 Miles
Hospital
Hill Road
Cambridge
CB20QQ
Uplands Way
Vets
01359251730
01394547079
01728 861289 01404194641931631031
to until
11am.
Sunday closed
24-hour hospital
Cherry Tree Lane Debenham 54 Bury Road Stowmarket
8.5 Miles
41 Miles
32 miles 22 miles
George Hill
Clare Road,
8:30am until 11:00am then 4pm
6:00pm Monday to Friday,
and on
Saturdays from 8:30am
Veterinary Surgery
Stanton
Suffolk
IP312DX
Vets Now
Ipswich Spur
End, Melton,
Woodbridge
IP121RH
Debenham Vets
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First Aiders
Stowe Vets -
24hr emergency
Sue Pateman - Paramedic
Katie Clay- First Aid at Work Certificate
John Binding - First Aid at Work certificate Mike Baker First Aider
GREEN Signs will be displayed identifying First Aid Positions. A full first aid kit and Defibrillator is available.
Fire Safety Signs and Fire Extinguishers will be Clearly Identified at the Start and Finish in the main Camp.
If you require any further local information, ahead of the event, please post your question on the event Facebook page or email richardclay@amwa.org.uk
If you are attending this event, you agree to comply with all of the site and event rules at all times. If you fail to do so, you will be asked to leave the event
By booking this event you agree that if you experience any cold or flu-like symptoms in the 14 days prior to the event (fever, cough, sore throat, respiratory illness, difficulty breathing) or have been in close contact or cared for someone diagnosed with COVID 19 within the 14 days prior to the event.
Event organisers: Richard & Katie Clay – richardclay@amwa.org.uk katieclay@amwa.org.uk
Directions to Kings Forest IP286UY
Approach from East & West is via A14, Bury St Edmunds, Onto A134, Left into Barton Hill, Right onto B1106. Follow through Fornham St Genevieve and onto Culford. Go through Wordwell towards North Stow and still on B1106 turn off right into Gate 203.
If coming from Brandon follow B1106 Past Center Parcs Elveden Forest towards North Stow and turn right into gate 203
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