TEN TORS CHALLENGE AND JUBILEE CHALLENGE 2017 FOREWORD TEN TORS CHALLENGE JUBILEE CHALLENGE I would like to take this opportunity to Although there are many challenging walks in Britain The Jubilee Challenge is a one day expedition on say how delighted I am that the newly today, Ten Tors is still alone in catering for young northern Dartmoor designed specifically for young formed Headquarters South West has been people. Usually taking place over the second weekend people with special needs, both physical and tasked to deliver the events henceforth, of May, many of the participants will remember the educational. Incorporated within the Ten Tors Event co-ordinating the support provided by a event with pride for the remainder of their lives, and for in 1977 as the Special Event, it was renamed the plethora of agencies behind the scenes. some it may also be a formative experience. The Ten Jubilee Challenge in 1996. The Jubilee Challenge Exercise WYVERN TOR (as we call it!) Tors Challenge is organised by the Army, specifically has developed into a popular event, with teams from provides invaluable training and a unique Headquarters South West, from its Ten Tors Operations learning disability establishments based in the seven opportunity for the military to operate with Centre in Okehampton Camp. It is assisted by elements counties of the South West participating. It is organised civil agencies. My thanks go out to all from the Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and the Dartmoor and run by the members of Exeter University Officer of those involved. There are too many to Search and Rescue Group; between them they oversee Training Corps (volunteer undergraduate officer name here, but all perform a vital role and the participants as they complete the Challenge and cadets who are members of either Exeter or Plymouth we are eternally grateful. ensure that no one comes to harm. Universities) on behalf of Headquarters South West, Foreword by Colonel James Coote DSO OBE As to the challengers, many of you will The Ten Tors Challenge is limited to 2,400 individuals the sponsors of the Ten Tors Event. Together with the Director Ten Tors and Commander South West be returning for a second or third time to - 400 teams each of 6 teenagers. Depending on their Ten Tors Challenge, it attracts considerable media and take part and will have some idea what lies ages, teams take on challenges of 35, 45 or 55 miles public attention. Numerous VIPs also attend and are ahead; others will be here for the first time. routes (56, 72 or 88 kms) visiting ten nominated check willing volunteers to hand out medals as participants Ten Tors 2017 will, this year, celebrate All of you will, I know, be experiencing points over two days. The teams must be self-sufficient, cross the finish line. its 57th Anniversary and, perhaps more emotions ranging from apprehension to carrying all that they need to complete their route safely. Up to 400 participants are involved in the Jubilee significantly, the 40th Anniversary of the excitement (and everything in between) no The weather can be changeable at times, often with Challenge each year. Participants enter the Challenge Jubilee Challenge. Both are now firmly matter which challenge you are attempting. four seasons in one day…. Success or failure depends as a member of a team or as an individual. Just like ingrained in the DNA of so many of us in I suspect that these emotions will continue on the extent to which a team has been prepared for all the Ten Tors Challenge, they are required to trek the South West and, alongside the Fresh throughout the weekend. What lies ahead eventualities. Every Team Manager and team member and navigate across northern Dartmoor to specified Tracks Challenge, represent a remarkable is physically and mentally demanding - (and probably parents too!) must hope that the weather checkpoints. The Jubilee Challenge begins on event that leaves a lasting impression on but achievable. Leadership and teamwork will be fair over the weekend of the Challenge. the Saturday at 7:30 am at a start point near the the young people involved. I am conscious are vital. So look after each other, work Many thanks must go to the Servicemen and women, Okehampton Moorgate. The course closes at 5:00 pm that the vast majority of readers will be together and, most importantly, enjoy it! and civilians who make the organisation and execution on the same day. There are 4 different routes to choose familiar with Ten Tors; you will be all Remember that every step you take is a of Ten Tors appear easy, and who provide the essential from. Team Managers are required to discuss with the too aware of the preparation that goes step closer to the finish, so take time to safety net. More importantly, congratulations and participants which route best matches their specific in behind the scenes by teams and their look at the beautiful scenery around you, considerable admiration are due to the many teams who capabilities, age and experience. The Jubilee Challenge trainers, and the sheer determination that to speak to other teams and - if the weather accept the Challenge, and despite everything, succeed! routes are selected by the team manager to suit the it takes to get to the start. So I congratulate allows - to look behind you occasionally As the event’s founder Lieutenant Colonel ‘Greg’ participant's capabilities: you all on making it this far – it is an and see where you have come from. Gregory once said, ‘If there is anything more important achievement in itself. I wish you all the best of luck. than the will to succeed, it is that we shall not falter.’ Route 1 7.5 miles (rough roads ) Route 2 8.7 miles (cross country) 35 mile route 14-15 years Route 3 11 miles (cross country) 45 mile route 16-17 years Route 4 15 miles (cross country) 55 mile route 18-19 years FTC 13.5 miles (cross country) TEN TORS CHALLENGE TEAMS Establishment Establishment Establishment Establishment Miles: 35 45 55 Miles: 35 45 55 Miles: 35 45 55 Miles: 35 45 55 13 (City of Exeter) Sqn ATC 1 Canford School CCF 2 Exeter & District Scouts 1 Leaf Academy 1 1387 (Liskeard) Sqn ATC 1 Castle School 1 Exeter College 1 1 Lipson Cooperative Academy 1 1 197 (Devonport) Sqn ATC 1 1 Chew Valley School 2 1 1 Exeter Explorer Sea Scouts 1 Liverton Scouts 1 20th Torbay Explorers 1 Chipping Sodbury School 1 Exeter School 2 1 Lyon House 1 2171 (West Plymouth) Sqn ATC 1 Chulmleigh Community College 2 1 Exmouth Community College 2 1 Malago Walkers 1 2309 (Plymouth City) Sqn ATC 1 Churcher's College CCF 2 Falmouth School 1 1 Manor Court Club 1 2377 (Plympton) Sqn ATC 1 Claverham Community College 1 Godolphin School CCF 2 Matravers School 1 2381 (Ilminster) Sqn ATC 1 Clifton College 1 Gordano District Scouts 1 Maynard School 2 1 2469 (Exeter St Thomas) Sqn ATC 1 Clyst Vale Community College 2 1 Gordano Scouts 1 1 1 Mendip Explorer Scouts 1 28th Kingswood Scout Group 1 Colston's 1 1 Gordano XXX Explorer Scouts 1 Menheniot Explorer Scouts 1 3rd Exeter Air Scouts 1 Colyton Grammar School 1 2 Gordon's School CCF 1 Mid Devon Explorer Scouts 1 1 781 (Newquay) Sqn ATC 1 Coombe Dean School 1 1 Gryphon School, The 2 1 1 Mid Devon Youth 1 874 (Sherborne) Sqn ATC 2 Coombeshead Academy 1 1 Gwent and Powys ACF 1 1 Midsomer Norton School P'ship 2 A Coy, Gloucestershire ACF 1 Cornwall ACF HQ (Rifles) 1 1 Haldon Hillwalkers 1 1 Millfield School 2 Atrium Studio, The 1 1 Cotham School 1 1 Heathfield Community School 2 Milton Abbey School 1 1 Aude Sapere Expedition Society 1 1 Cotswold Edge Scouts - Zeus 1 Heles School CCF 1 1 1 Monkton Combe CCF 1 Axe District Scouts 1 1 1 Court Fields School 1 Holsworthy Moorland Training 2 1 Mount Kelly Foundation 1 1 1 Barracuda Explorer Scouts 1 Cullompton Community College 1 1 Honiton Community College 2 1 National Trust Dartmoor 1 1 1 BathCommunityAcademy 1 Culm Valley Walkers 2 1 1 Horizons Youth Centre 2 1 Newton Abbot College 2 Bedminster Down School 1 1 Dart Trekkers 2 1 Ilfracombe Academy 1 North Dartmoor Explorer Scouts 1 1 Beechen Cliff School 1 1 1 Dartmoor Plodders 1 1 Ipplepen Scouts 1 1 Okehampton College 2 1 Blackdown Hikers 2 Dawlish Scouts 1 1 Isca Academy 2 1 Okement Ramblers 2 Blackdown Scout District 1 Devon & Somerset Wing ATC 1 Ivybridge Community College 2 1 Orchard School Bristol 1 Blundells School 2 1 Devon ACF 2 John of Gaunt School 2 1 Paignton Community & Sports Ac 1 1 Bodmin College 1 Devonport High School for Boys 2 1 1 KES Bath 1 1 1 Park Community School 1 Bournemouth School CCF 1 Devonport High School forGirls 1 1 Kilkenny Explorer Scouts 1 Penrice Academy 2 1 Bovey Tracey Scouts 1 1 Dorset & Wilts ATC 1 1 1 King Edward VI, Totnes 2 1 1 Penryn College 1 Brabazon Explorer Scouts 1 1 1 Dorset ACF 1 King's Bruton CCF 2 1 Pilton Community College 2 1 Bramdean School 1 Downend District Scouts 1 1 1 King's School 1 1 1 Plymouth College 2 1 Bristol & Glos Wing ATC 2 Downside School CCF 2 1 Kings College, Taunton CCF 1 1 1 Plymouth District Scouts 1 Bristol Scouts 1 1 Dragon Explorer Scouts 1 1 Kingsbridge Community College 2 1 1 Plymouth Explorer Scouts 1 Bryanston School 1 East Devon Explorer Scouts 1 1 Kingswood Explorer Scouts 1 1 Plympton Academy 1 1 Budmouth College CCF 2 1 1 East Devon Walking Group 1 1 Kingswood School 2 Polar Explorer Scouts 1 Cabot Scouts 2 Erme and Yealm Valley HWC 2 1 Latvian Cadets 1 Poltair School 2 Camborne Science & Int Academy 1 Exe Valley Ramblers 2 Launceston College 2 1 Portsmouth Grammar School CCF 1 1 TEN TORS CHALLENGE TEAMS CONTINUED JUBILEE CHALLENGE INDIVIDUALS AND TEAMS Individuals Teams Establishment Establishment