6/12hr Rogaine (17 May 2025)

Location Description

We have started planning however planned burns may force us to plan elsewhere. More information when we are confident of the location we will be able to use.

Map

The map is colour printed on non-waterproof paper at A3 size (420mm x 300mm) and 1:25,000 scale, with 1km grid lines oriented to Magnetic North. Contours are spaced 10m apart.

Entry details

Entries will open about a month prior to the event.  Entries close about a week prior to the event.

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Volunteers Needed

We need your help! Please volunteer.

Rogaines could not run without volunteers.  Lots of work is required in the lead up to each event as well as on event day.

Sign up to volunteer at this event here.

Event Entry Fees

6hr rogaine
Adults $45
Juniors $20 (14 to under 18), Juniors under 14 free entry when in a team with an adult.

12hr rogaine
Adults $45
Juniors $20 (14 to under 18), Juniors under 14 free entry when in a team with an adult.

Final Instructions and Start location

The Final Instructions will be available on the VRA website from Tuesday 13th May. The Final Instructions will include details of the start location, how to get there, important information about the event, and an attached Indemnity Form. Please print out, complete, and ensure you bring the Indemnity Form to the event. All team members must sign the form.

Please note that no pets are allowed at rogaines either on course or at the Hash House.

Please read our information about Biosecurity in Rogaining and make sure your equipment is clean before you leave home.

Mandatory equipment

There will be a friendly gear check before registration, and all team members must bring the following gear for inspection prior to receiving a map.

Per Person:
- compass (A digital compass on a phone is not accepted.)
- whistle
- headlamp/torch (A torch on a phone is not accepted.)

Per Team:
- mobile phone
- first aid kit - should contain, as a minimum,
..........1 heavyweight compression bandage for snakebite,
..........1 roller bandage,
..........1 triangular bandage (or blood absorbent cotton pads),
..........sticking plaster,
..........and the VRA first aid instruction sheet.

These items (except for mobile phones) will be available for sale at Event Admin if needed. Compasses can also be hired on the day. Payment is card only.

Event Timeline

Likely event schedule assuming an 11:am start however start time yet to be decided:

9:00am     Registration opens for both event and maps issues.
10:45am   Briefing – all must attend
11:00am   Both 6hr and 12hr events start
4:00pm     Catering opens
5:00pm     6hr event finishes
5:10pm     6hr event presentation

10:00pm   Catering opens for the 12hr finish.
11:00pm   12hr event finishes
11:10pm   12hr event presentation

Accommodation

Camping at the Hash House site expect to be available.

Hash House Meal

We typically provide some catering at our event such as described below. A BBQ will be provided by service club at the end of the 6hr. This will include a couple of sausages or a veggie burger each.

The VRA will also supply a hearty meal of hot soup and pasta, plus cake depending on the availability of volunteers. These will be served from approximately 1hr before the finish and 30 min after the finish for the 6hr, and from approximately 1hr before the 12hr finish until 30 minutes after the finish, until the food runs out.

Tea, coffee, Milo, milk, and hot water will also be provided throughout.

Please bring your own chair, plate, bowl, cup, cutlery, and gather for the results presentation afterwards.

Course Enquiries

Phil - 0427 012 863 - membership@rogainevic.org.au

Admin Manager

Registration, Changes & Withdrawals - - admin@rogainevic.org.au

Online Entry Assistance

Entry Support - - entries@rogainevic.org.au