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 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 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 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 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 1 1387 (Liskeard) Sqn ATC 1 Castle School 1 Exeter College 1 1 Lipson Cooperative Academy 1 1 197 (Devonport) Sqn ATC 1 1 2 1 1 Exeter Explorer Sea Scouts 1 Liverton Scouts 1 20th Explorers 1 Chipping Sodbury School 1 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 1 2 Gordon's School CCF 1 Mid Explorer Scouts 1 1 781 (Newquay) Sqn ATC 1 1 1 Gryphon School, The 2 1 1 Mid Devon Youth 1 874 (Sherborne) Sqn ATC 2 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 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 1 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 College 2 Bedminster Down School 1 1 Dart Trekkers 2 1 Ilfracombe Academy 1 North Dartmoor Explorer Scouts 1 1 1 1 1 Dartmoor Plodders 1 1 Ipplepen Scouts 1 1 2 1 Blackdown Hikers 2 Dawlish Scouts 1 1 2 1 Okement Ramblers 2 Blackdown Scout District 1 Devon & 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 2 1 1 Downend District Scouts 1 1 1 King's School 1 1 1 2 1 Bristol & Glos Wing ATC 2 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 1 1 Budmouth College CCF 2 1 1 East Devon Walking Group 1 1 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 Establishment 7.5-mile 8.5-mile 11-mile 15-mile 7.5-mile 8.5-mile 11-mile 15-mile Miles: 35 45 55 Miles: 35 45 55 28th Kingswood Scout Group 1 1 TCCG 4 4 4 QE Academy Trust 2 2 2 Teign Valley Ramblers 1 1 Bidwell Brook School 5 5 Queen Elizabeth's Hospital 2 2 1 Teignbridge Explorers 1 Bodmin College 5 4 Brook Green Centre for Learnin 10 Radstock Youth 1 Teignmouth Community School 2 Cambian Lufton College 7 3 Ratcliffe School 1 2 1 Cann Bridge School 10 Richard Lander School 1 Torbay Scouts 1 6 8 8 River Teign Sea Scouts 1 Torpoint Community College 2 1 Combe Pafford School 4 5 5 10 RNLI Pinecliffe 1 Academy 1 1 Devon Explorer Scouts 4 Duchy College 3 3 3 3 Royal High School Bath 1 Torquay Boys' Grammar School 2 1 2 Ellen Tinkham School 6 6 College 2 1 1 Torquay Girls' Grammar School 2 1 1 Exeter College 4 4 Sheldon School 1 1 1 Torridge Explorer Scouts 1 Heathfield Community School 6 Sherborne School CCF 1 Totnes Progressive School 1 Ilfracombe Academy, The 1 College 2 1 1 Truro Explorer Scouts 2 1 Individual 1 Ivybridge Community College 6 Somerset ACF 1 1 Truro School 2 1 2 Lampard School 8 South Dartmoor College 2 1 Twynham School 1 Launceston College 1 South Molton Community College 2 1 School 2 1 1 Lipson Cooperative Academy 3 1 1 Spaniorum Explorer Scouts 1 Warminster School CCF 1 Longcause Special School 2 4 4 2 Spires College 1 1 Wellington School 2 1 1 Marland School Matravers School 7 St Augustine's Catholic College 1 1 West Devon Explorer Scouts 1 Mayfield School 7 10 6 St Bartholomew's School CCF 1 1 Menheniot Explorer Scouts 1 St School 2 Westbuckland School 2 Mill Ford School 3 1 St James School 2 1 Wiltshire ACF 2 1 Nancealverne School 3 4 Oaklands Park School 9 2 St Joseph's School 1 Wiveliscombe Explorer Scouts 1 Okehampton College 6 St Peters School CCF 1 1 Woodroffe School 1 2 Pathfield School 6 6 St Thomas Old Boys 1 Wraxall Explorers 1 1 1 Supported Learning 8 1 2 1 Pilton Community College 3 3 Steiner Academy Exeter 1 Writhlington School CCF 1 1 Plymouth Explorer Scouts 1 Ratcliffe School 8 8 Stover School 1 1 Wycliffe College 1 Southbrook School 6 6 8 10 Sturminster Newton High School 1 Yeo Troggs Explorer Scouts 1 College 6 Swanage School 1 Yeo Vale Explorers 1 Torbay School 4 8 Taunton Academy 1 Yeti Explorer Scouts 1 Truro & Penwith College 4 8 4 4 Taunton Explorers 1 1 2 Warmley Park School 6 2 1 1 WESC Foundation 4 Tavistock & Dist Youth Forum 1 1 1 Westfield Arts College 10 10 5 1 1 1 Writhlington School CCF 6 2 Yeo Troggs Explorer Scouts 1 OS 1:25k - Dartmoor. Copyright © 2006 Crown Copyright; Ordnance Survey, Licence Number PU 100034184 www.memory-map.co.uk JUBILEE CHALLENGE, FRESH TRACKS CHALLENGE MAP OS 1:25k - Dartmoor. Copyright © 2006 Crown Copyright; Ordnance Survey, Licence Number PU 100034184 www.memory-map.com 40 YEARS OF JUBILEE CHALLENGE START TO FINISH 2016

The word ‘challenge’ conjures up a multitude of displayed enthusiasm and professionalism – all meanings in people’s minds: to participate in a with a great sense of fun – whilst helping thousands contest, to prove or justify something, to attempt a of young people to reach their goals, and prove to demanding task. It also evokes a range of emotions: themselves and others just how capable they are. trepidation, excitement, daring. But to a young person with physical, learning or social difficulties it 2017 marks the 40th, or ruby, anniversary of the can mean a great deal more. The Jubilee Challenge Jubilee Challenge. This year, route 4 will be named would certainly present a hard challenge to most, let the ‘Ruby Route’ and dedicated to Ruby from alone those who face difficulties of their own. Westfield College near Weymouth who took part in the Jubilee Challenge in 2016. Ruby’s story, and the The Jubilee Challenge is a one-day trek for The Ten Tors Challenge has been organised by importance of the Jubilee Challenge is described young people with physical, learning and social the Army since 1959 and is supported by the below by one of her teachers, Susie Jeffcott: difficulties. Individuals and teams taking part face Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and Dartmoor Rescue Ruby has an extremely rare and incurable the demanding terrain and weather of Dartmoor Group. As part of this, Exeter University Officer neurological disorder that doctors have been unable over routes ranging from 12.5km to 24.1km (7.8 to Training Corps (EUOTC) has specific responsibility to identify. Last year as part of her bucket list she 15 miles). Participants are required to complete their for organising the Jubilee Challenge and Officer wanted to take part in the Jubilee Challenge, for selected route via checkpoints, including a number Cadets (OCdts) are involved in all aspects including the fourth time. The Army and all other agencies of tors, between 0730hrs and 1800hrs on the same assisting some participants over the more involved in the event bent over backwards to let this day. Each participant is required to carry their own demanding sections of their routes. In 2016, the happen for Ruby, and for that I am so grateful. equipment appropriate for moorland walking and Fresh Tracks Challenge was introduced as part of Two weeks after the event Ruby was no longer this is checked prior to the start. the Jubilee Challenge. Accompanying ponies from able to walk even half a mile and had to travel the Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust, teams of young by car between home and college. Her health is Initially called the Special Event when it was first people with behavioural difficulties complete a deteriorating rapidly, but despite this the spark included within the Ten Tors Challenge in 1977, it separate route. is still in her eye and she continues to give us a was re-titled the Jubilee Challenge in 1996. thumbs up. I am sure she is telling us to ‘enjoy life to the full, be strong!’ Ruby has always been a mischievous, fun loving student, usually up to something she shouldn’t! Ruby’s attitude to school, staff and students changed as a result of the Jubilee Challenge. Ruby loved each challenge and every The Jubilee Challenge is a massive, exciting and year she helped adventurous trek for individual participants and others to reach their also a joy to EUOTC staff and OCdts who make it goals, constantly happen. Among these is Captain Ceri Green who encouraging and has been involved since 1991. Over these years, he telling others, and all staff have provided fantastic support and ‘be strong.’ OKEHAMPTON CAMP MAP Ten Tors Challenge Okehampton Camp Plan Start and Finish Anthony Stile

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Out of Bounds to Public Fire Muster Point Fire Appliances Spectators & TTC Vehicle Fire Breaks Car Park i TTC Brief & Public Info First Aid H Medical Centre Tra c Direction Footpaths Soldiers’ Dining Reception JC and Disabled Parking JC Scrutineering QM Skips & Recycling JC Finish VIP Parking Toilets/Disabled Toilets TTC Finish Organisers Parking TTC Registration & Fallout Centre TTC & JC Presentations TTC & Spectators Parking TTC Scrutineering Food and Drink Stands Trade Stands JC Registration & Control Military Stands O cers’ Mess M Media Military Parking WOs’ & Sgts’ Mess

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Time Event Location Remarks The National Navigation Award Scheme to navigate to features and places some distance Thursday 4 May 17 (NNAS) was launched in 1994 and since then over from paths and tracks. It teaches accurate compass 0630 Car Parks / Campsites open 50,000 people of all ages have gained awards. It is work and suitable navigational techniques to cross supported by outdoor organisations for its sound open country. Friday 5 May 17 training system for teaching the skills of land based The Gold Award builds on the skills acquired at 0900 - 1700 TTC Registration Bldg 136 TTC TMs only navigation and enabling participants to gain the the Bronze and Silver levels and adds techniques 1100 - 1800 JC Registration Bldg 169 JC TMs only confidence and skills to plan and safely execute their and skills for dealing with complex contour features 1000 - 2000 TTC briefing Bldg 83 E All Teams and TMs own journeys into the countryside. both large and small. Gold courses are run by tutors

1030 - 2000 TTC scrutineering Bldg 83 W All Teams and TMs The Bronze Award is a practical hands-on award. who not only have plenty of top level navigation

1200 - 1730 Army Displays Main Square It is aimed at people with no navigation experience. experience but also have been on a Gold trainer/ 1300 - 2100 JC Scrutineering Main Square Entrance to All JC teams and TMs It is also the starting point for many Ten Tors assessor course. The recently launched JC Campsite participants, Duke of Edinburgh Award students, NNAS Tutor Award is for those who teach

1900 - 2000 JC TMs Briefing scouts, guides and cadets who wish to develop their navigation.Over the next three years (from November outdoor skills. It is accredited by the Scottish Credit & 2016) all current award providers and their staff 1900 - 2100 TTC Late Registration Bldg 136 Pre-Booked only Qualifications Framework at Level 4, and two SCQF must attend this CPD-accredited course in order 2000 - 2100 AGC Band performance Tri Bar credit points are awarded on completion. The Bronze to continue to offer Bronze courses. Successful Saturday 6 May 17 Award teaches navigation in the countryside using completion of the NNAS Tutor Award will also enable 0500 Reveille paths tracks and other linear features. Basic map those without a higher hill or mountain walking interpretation and compass work are also included. qualification but with experience and interest in the 0530 - 0630 TTC Team Changes Bldg 83 E TMs Only The Silver Award develops the navigation skills outdoors to help teach on a Bronze award under the 0600 - 2100 Public Information open Bldg 83 E TTC Progress Displays acquired at the Bronze level. It adds skills required guidance of a registered NNAS Bronze provider. 0700 TTC Start Anthony Stile

0730 JC Start Moor Gate

0800 Fresh Tracks Challenge (FTC) Start Moor Gate

1100 - 1500 AGC Band performance JC finish

1100 - 1800 JC Presentations Near Bldg 83E

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Dir TT presents Volunteer Awards 1800 Bldg 83 (E) and brief to TMs

2000 - 2200 AGC Band performance Tri Bar

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0645 - 0715 Church service Bldg 83 E

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0900 - 1700 TTC Presentations Near Bldg 169

1000 - 1400 AGC Band performance TTC finish

1700 TTC Gate closes Anthony Stile GENERAL INFORMATION REFRESHMENTS / SOUVENIR SHOP

Introduction. Welcome to Ten Tors Fire Prevention. To help prevent the Main Tri Bar 2017 and Okehampton Camp. The Ten outbreak of fire, smoking is not permitted Friday 5 May 17 0800 - 2359hrs Tors organisers will endeavour to make in any building or tent. Saturday 6 May 17 0700 - 0100hrs Okehampton Camp as safe as reasonably Sunday 7 May 17 0800 - 2300hrs practicable. Please help us to achieve this Helicopters. Helicopters will be by treating the camp and training area with operating in and out of the field between Serving a selection of hot and cold food and beverages including Breakfast offers and care and have due consideration for others Okehampton Camp and Anthony Stile Buffet style evening meal. Bar area open from Midday. as well as yourselves. (TTC start/finish). This field is out of bounds to visitors for safety reasons at Road safety. Drivers are to follow the all times. When landing or taking off, Mobile Hot Food Service Points one-way circuit and comply with the speed helicopters create considerable downwash Friday 5 May 16 0700 - 1700hrs Entrance to Camp site limit of 15 mph. Please obey instructions and noise. Please be aware of this to avoid Saturday 6 May 16 0500 - 1700hrs Entrance to Camp site given by parking marshals. any possible accident or injury. Sunday 7 May 16 0800 - 1700hrs Ten Tors Challenge Finish

Parking. Please ensure you park your Waste, recycling and litter. There will be Serving a selection of hot food and beverages. vehicle in the correct car park. Your vehicle general waste and recycling bins placed will be towed away or you may receive a throughout Okehampton Camp. Please fixed penalty notice from the Police if it is use the correct bins. You are all asked that Mobile Coffee Pod parked illegally or causing an obstruction. whilst you are moving around the Camp Friday 5 May 17 0800 - 1700hrs Hangar 83 to pick up any litter you might see and Saturday 6 May 17 0900 - 1700hrs Hangar 83 Fire. In the event of a fire, please take the dispose of it correctly. Every little helps! Sunday 7 May 17 0800 - 1600hrs Hangar 83 following action: a. Muster Area. On the main square. Toilets. Toilets are shown in blue on the Serving fresh coffee and tea, snacks and confectionary. camp map. Portaloos are distributed across b. Action on outbreak of fire: Okehampton Camp. Toilets can also be found in the TriBar and in the building at Ten Tors Shop - souvenir items for sale (1) Raise the alarm by shouting FIRE, the top of hill on the way to Anthony Stile Friday 5 May 17 0800 - 1700hrs FIRE, FIRE (TTC start/finish) Saturday 6 May 17 0700 - 1800hrs Sunday 7 May 17 0800 - 1600hrs (2) Attempt to restrict the fire to Dogs. Dogs are permitted in the Camp and immediate area if safe to do so. on the Moor but not in the campsites. Please Hoodies, T Shirts, Hats, Mugs, Badges, and much more. keep your dog on a lead or under close (3) Call 01837 657186 and 999 and control at all times, clear up any dog mess muster at your designated area. and place it in non-recyclable waste skips. Creative Media Design ADR006673