Monday 28 December 2009
Sunday 27 December 2009
2009 Hat Head Trig Marathon. Report and Results
The 2009 Trig Marathon was a great success, won in the Seniors by Stu Adams, and in the Juniors by Connor Tolman. I ran this year myself, my second Trig, coming in somewhere towards the back of the pack, 'slow and steady finishes the race' was my motto; but not for the winners, Stu Adams won in 13 minutes and 14 seconds, with the runner up Jack Kirby only 38 seconds behind him. In the Juniors Connor Tolman won in 15 minutes and 14 seconds, with the runner up Aaron Clarke only 11 seconds behind him. All results at the end of the post.
This year conditions were ideal for a creek crossing at the start and end of the race thanks to a low-tide just at the right time. So the runners crossed the camp site from the start line at the Hat Head Bowling & Recreation Club, then across the creek to the base of the bush track and up the 164 meter hill to the Trig itself. At the top we were greeted with water and a marker pen across the arm to prove our metal and honesty, then back down again. I ran the ridge route avoiding the creek crossing altogether, a longer route for a runner more concerned with competing than really qualifying; this route up and down is the best way to make sure you don't get lost, but its certainly not the quickest; my advise would be to follow the leaders and run the race the way they are.
I'll certainly run again next year and try to get in, in a more impressive time. I highly recommend the Trig Marathon, its a great adventure and a sure-fire way to run off the Christmas Day hang-over!
Junior Entrants (Under 16 Yrs.)
22 Runners, 4 Prize Winners.
Boys:
Trent Buckley
Macky Lawrence
Mich Galea Jack
Jak Galea
Thomas Clarke
Aaron Clarke
Cachlan Galea
Connor Tolman
Johssan
Cameron Saul
Shane Harrington
Clare
Lewis Keating
Corey Prattey
Daniel Saul
Callum Sinclair
Girls:
Gabbi Clare
Madison Sinclair
Jasmin Atchison
Emma Brewster
Prize winners:
Under 16 boys winner: Connor Tolman. Time: 15m 14s. $35
Under 16 boys runner up: Aaron Clarke. Time: 15m 25s. $15
Under 16 girls winner: Gabi Clare. Time: 24m 48s. $35
Under 16 girls runner up: Madison Sinclair. Time: 26m 49s. $15
Senior Entrants (Open)
46 Runners, 6 Prize Winners.
Men:
Sam Howe
Pat Kirby
Jaydon Lewis
Tom Brewster
Phillip Frewen
Todd Jones
Ron Clarke
Mark Jones
Will Simpson
Brad Vandisee
Timothy Simpson
Luke Keanie
Jarrod Saul
Joel Thomson
Michael Hudson
Alistair Sinclair
Joel Townsend
Ken Buckley
Drew Kellet
Adam Ryan
Ryan Notley
Stu Adams
Lincoln Callachan
Garry Gillies
Jamil Hassan
Toby Shaw
Michael Judd
Ben Woods
Shane Kennedy
Jack Kirby
Andrew Kirby
Mich Kirby
Scott Edwards
Justin Kennedy
John Lewis
Gavin Saul
Kevin Stringer
Women:
Marlee Snowden
Jenna Lawerance
Nicole Clarke
Karlie Clegg
Sheridan Tolman
Elly Burke
Joria Cashman
Elizabath Kench
Lauren Clarke
Prize winners:
Senior mens winner: Stu Adams. Time: 13m 14s. $150
Senior mens runner up: Jack Kirby. Time: 13m 52s. $50
Senior ladies winner: Sheridan Tolman. Time: 18m 29s. $150
Senior ladies runner up: Jenna Lawerance. Time: 18m 46s. $50
First Club Member: Jack Kirby. Time: 13m 52s. Trophy
First over 40 years: Kevin Stringer. Time: 17m 04s. $50
(Any factual/spelling errors on names, please email me and I'll update the post, I copied the names from the event pamphlet.)
Event sponsor:
Hat Head Bowling & Recreation Club
Club coordinator:
Robin Cain.
Race officials
Entrant officials:
Brian Jolly
Alan Wright
Tracy Sutherland
Cole McKiernan
Starting/timing:
Bob Neilson
Boat ramp:
Ron Slocombe
Trig point:
Gary Tolman
Mark Tolman
Les Hoskins
Kristen Perrin
Kade Perrin
Tommy Perrin
Presentations:
Andy Tyrna
Yvonne Burnett.
Author: Joel Thomson.
Click here to download the 2009 Trig Marathon program.
More about Hat Head
Destination:
Small coastal village east of Kempsey, New South Wales Australia.
Located 459 km north of Sydney and 32 km north-east of Kempsey, Hat Head is a tiny village nestled in the Hat Head National Park which, because it is not easy to access, has become a holiday retreat for those who want to get away from the 'madding crowd'.
Prior to the arrival of Europeans the area had been inhabited by the Ngamba-ngagu Aborigines. Their peaceful existence was briefly disturbed in 1817 when John Oxley passed through the area but he found the river swampy and inaccessible and did nothing to encourage settlement.
By the early 1840s, as was typical with most of the north coast of New South Wales, the primary European interest was in the cedar (at one point there were 200 cutters in the area) and once this was exhausted (by about 1842) the land returned to the pastoralists. At various times beef, sugar cane (it failed), maize and dairy cattle formed the district's economy.
Hat Head village is located in the heart of Hat Head National Park. The area is characterised by excellent surfing beaches and good fishing. It is also noted for the whales and dolphins off the coast and the many coastal birds who live in the heathland flora which characterises much of the area.
The area has been at the vanguard of coastal protection. As early as 1987 Hat Head was chosen for a pilot dune care scheme. The following year the Hat Head Community Dune Care Group - the first of its kind in Australia - was formed.
Things to see:
Korogoro Creek
Korogoro Creek runs behind the village and reaches the ocean at the southern end of Hat Head Beach, the district's impressive 15 km beach. It is a popular place to swim, to canoe and explore.
Hat Head National Park
Hat Head National Park is 6445 hectares with camping facilities at Smoky Cape and Hungry Head.
There are a number of good walks in the park. The popular ones near the township include:
1. Korogoro Point - this walk is about 2km and starts at the reserve, crosses the creek and makes its way north through coastal rainforest and east along the grassy slopes of Hat Hill. This walk through stands of paperbark and casuarinas leads to the Korogoro Arch and Cave, a dramatic formation which can be explored at low tide.
2. Connors Beach lies to the south of the town. It includes both Gap Beach and Third Beach and offers excellent views from the headlands which separate the beaches.
For information contact the Kempsey Tourist Information Centre, Lachlan St (Pacific Highway) - tel: (02) 6563 1555, fax: 6563 1537, toll free 1800 64 2480 or the Port Macquarie District National Parks and Wildlife Service Office on (02) 6584 2203. There are good brochures available.
Fishing
Hat Head is a notable fishing destination. Apart from their being excellent catches close to the coastline the fact that the continental shelf drops to depths of 70 metres quite close to the town means that it is also an ideal location for anglers eager to try their luck offshore.
Apartments
Hat Head Serene Lodge & Korogoro Apartments
54 Straight St
Hat Head NSW 2440
Telephone: (02) 6567 7617
Holiday Homes & Units
Creek St Holiday Units
17 Creek St
Hat Head NSW 2440
Telephone: (02) 6567 7670
Hat Head Haven Holiday Units
79 Straight St
Hat Head NSW 2440
Telephone: (02) 6567 7663
Cottages & Cabins
Corra Lynn Cottage
31 Creek St
Hat Head NSW 2440
Telephone: (02) 6653 1411
Rating: **
Caravan Parks
Hat Head Tourist Park
P.O. Box 78 Reserve Rd
Hat Head NSW 2440
Telephone: (02) 6565 7501
Rating: ***
Restaurants
Hat Head Bowling & Recreation Club
Straight St
Hat Head NSW 2440
Telephone: (02) 6565 7507
Article originally from: Sydney Morning Herald:
http://www.smh.com.au
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Hat Head Trig Marathon
When:
26 December every year
11:00 AM
Hat Head Bowling Club
Straight Street , Hat Head, NSW
Tel: 02 6567 7507
Google map.
The Trig:
Each year on Boxing Day the Hat Head Trig Marathon is held. Foolish runners make their way up the 164 metre hill while the lazy ones enjoy the carnival atmosphere which surrounds the event.
The running starts from the Hat Head Bowling Club up to the trig and back to the Bowling Club. With cash prizes for the winner, runner up, first lady home and over 60's. It's a great location on the beautiful Mid North Coast of Australia. Children's race is before the main event. Register at the bowling club on the day. The racing starts at 10AM sharp.
Cost:
Adult $5.00, Child $2.00
Contact & Enquiries:
Phone: 02 6567 7507 (International Code +61265677507)
Saturday 26 December 2009
Hat Head National Park
Never heard of Hat Head! Where have you been living? Sydney, Melbourne...?
Here's what the Internet says about this lovely part of the world:
Hat Head National Park has long, sweeping beaches, dramatic headlands, and one of the largest dune systems in New South Wales. You'll discover stunning coastal heaths, pockets of rainforest, extensive wetlands and beautiful wildflower displays here.
Head out to Smoky Cape, Hat Head or Kemps Corner for sweeping views of forests, swamps and ocean. Have a picnic, go for a bushwalk, or spend time on some of the state's best beaches. You could also explore Trial Bay Gaol, in Arakoon State Conservation Area.
There are campgrounds in the park, and you can stay in the Smoky Cape lighthouse keepers' cottages for a night or two of splendid isolation. The lighthouse also makes a great day trip: guided tours are available.
What we say:
Hat Head's a lovely bit of real Australia. We've got lovely beaches, lovely people, and hardly any Internet at all so you you can really leave Sydney and Melbourne behind.
Whether you like swimming, hiking, surfing, running, cycling, fishing, camping, and last but not least... bowling! You'll love Hat Head.
Here are some good links:
National Parks Australia, Hat Head page.
See you on the beach!
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