Summits on the Air Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) Association Reference Manual Document Reference S131.1 Issue number 1.3 Date of issue 01-Nov-2016 Participation start date 01-Nov-2015 Authorised Date: 01-Nov-2015 on behalf of SOTA Management Team Association Manager Warren Harris (ZL2AJ) Summits-on-the-Air an original concept by G3WGV and developed with G3CWI Notice “Summits on the Air” SOTA and the SOTA logo are trademarks of the Programme. This document is copyright of the Programme. All other trademarks and copyrights referenced herein are acknowledged. Summits on the Air – ARM for Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) Table of contents Change Control …………………………………………………………………….…… 3 1 Association reference data ……….………………………………….……………… 4 1.1 Program derivation .…………….………………………………………….…….…… 4 1.2 General Information …………………………………………………………….……… 4 1.3 Rights of way and access issues …..………………………………….……………. 5 1.4 Maps and navigation ..…………………..…………………………………………… 5 1.5 Safety considerations .……………………………………………………….…..…… 5 1.6 Foreign HAMs in ZL9 ……………………….…………………………………….…… 5 1.7 Awards ……....………………………….……………..………….……..…….…….... 5 1.8 Disclaimer .…..…………………………………………..………..………….…..…….. 5 2. Summit reference data ..……..………………..…………………...………………… 6 2.1 Region reference – Auckland Island …………………….…….………………..… 6 2.1.1 Regional notes .……………………………………………..…………………..….… 6 2.1.2 Table of summits .……………………………………………………………..…….… 6 2.2 Region reference – Adams Island …………………………………………………. 7 2.2.1 Regional notes .……………………………………………..…………………..…….. 7 2.2.2 Table of summits .……………………………………………………………..…….… 7 2.3.1 Region reference – Campbell Islands ….………………….…….………………..… 8 2.3.1 Regional notes .……………………………………………..…………………..…….. 8 2.3.2 Table of summits .……………………………………………………………..…….… 8 2.4.1 Region reference – Disappointment Island ……………….…….………………..… 9 2.4.1 Regional notes .……………………………………………..…………………..…….. 9 2.4.2 Table of summits .……………………………………………………………..…….… 9 2.5.1 Region reference – Antipodes Island …………..………….…….……………....… 10 2.5.1 Regional notes .……………………………………………..…………………..….... 10 2.5.2 Table of summits .……………………………………………………………..……… 10 2.6 Maps …………………………………………………………………………….. 11/12 Page 2 of 12 Document S74.1 v1.3 Summits on the Air – ARM for Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) Change Control Date Version Details 01-Nov-15 1.0 First formal issue of this document 1-Dec-15 1.1 Table of Contents and up-dated map added. Erlangen Hill deleted before launch as non-qualifying. Summits re-numbered down. 1-Oct-16 1.2 Antipodes Islands added (Region AN) 1-Nov-16 1.3 Maps and contents page re-added. Page numbers and tables re- aligned. New document issue number added to footer and front page and issue date added on front page. Region notes updated. Page 3 of 12 Document S74.1 v1.3 Summits on the Air – ARM for Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) 1 Association Reference Data Association Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) Commencement date 01 Nov 2015 Regions 5 Association parameters 1 Summit operation criteria Operation must be within 25m vertically of the summit Band 1, score 1 point < 500 m a.s.l. Band 2, score 2 points 500-600m Band 3, score 4 points 600-700m Band 4, score 6 points 700-800m Band 5, score 8 points N/A Band 6, score 10 points N/A Seasonal bonus No Bonus rationale N/A Min. height for bonus N/A Bonus period dates N/A Association sponsored awards None Association Manager Warren Harris (ZL2AJ) 1.1 Programme derivation ZL9 SOTA is an extension of similar programmes already active in other countries. The summit database is believed to be complete. If you find a summit that meets the criteria for addition, or you find a mistake in this ARM please contact the Association Manager. Activators are asked to submit details of proposed additional summits to the Association Manager. Summits cannot be counted for points until a reference number has been allocated by the Association Manager. 1.2 General information To qualify for a summit it has to meet the following requirements: The summit must be verified using topographic data. The summit must be elevated at least 150 m from its surroundings In the case of doubt the Management Team will decide whether the Summit will be added to the list The summit database can only be changed by the acceptance of the SOTA management team. Summits cannot be counted for points until a launch date and individual reference 1 1 See General Rules for parameter definitions on www.sota.org.uk/RulesandGuidelines Page 4 of 12 Document S74.1 v1.3 Summits on the Air – ARM for Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) number has been allocated by the Association Manager and approved by the SOTA Management Team. 1.3 Rights of way and access issues Access to the Sub Antarctic Islands in New Zealand are restricted. It is important that you obtain all necessary permits from the New Zealand Department of Conservation before landing. If appropriate permission to land and operate on the islands are not sought, then this would render operations invalid for SOTA (and DXCC as well) You should always carry a map and know how to use it, and always follow marked trails where possible to reduce the damage caused by human traffic. 1.4 Maps and navigation Prior to landing, it is vital that you have prepared yourself to activate any summits appropriately. You must carry paper mapping with you, and should be aware of any restricted areas in place in accordance with your permit to land. 1.5 Safety considerations Before hiking always check the weather, and remember the dangers of operating in thunderstorms. The Sub Antarctic Islands are inhospitable and isolated places, and you should be prepared for the fact that if rescue is required, it may be many days or more away. In case of emergency, it is recommended that you activate a Personal Locator Beacon or EPIRB device to begin SAR operations. Familiarisation with Emergency Communications (such as distress signals) is recommended prior to landing. 1.6 Foreign HAMs in ZL9 ZL9 is administratively part of New Zealand. Holders of CEPT licenses are permitted to operate for up to 3 months. Otherwise, a license should be sought from the NZ government to operate through [email protected]. A copy of your licence, passport, and approved landing permit will be required. 1.7 Awards There are no Association-specific awards at the moment. 1.8 Disclaimer Hiking, hill-walking and rock-climbing are potentially dangerous activities. The SOTA Management Team and their associates assume no responsibility for accidents. Each participant does so at his or her own risk, and must decide, on the basis of their own ability, whether an objective is achievable. The listing of a summit in the reference does not mean that it is easy to reach, and it is always worth seeking local advice for all but the simplest of expeditions. Page 5 of 12 Document S74.1 v1.3 Summits on the Air – ARM for Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) 2 Summit Reference Data 2.1 Region Reference – Auckland Island Association Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) Region Auckland Island (AI) Region Manager Refer to Association Manager 2.1.1 Regional notes Auckland Island is the main island of the Auckland Islands, an uninhabited archipelago in the south Pacific Ocean belonging to New Zealand. It is inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage list together with the other subantarctic New Zealand islands in the region 2.1.2 Table of summits Ref Summit Height Long Lat Valid Valid Pts Name (m) from To ZL9/AI-001 Cavern Peak 659 166.1027 -50.7568 01/11/15 4 ZL9/AI-002 Mt Raynal 644 166.0529 -50.7269 01/11/15 4 ZL9/AI-003 Mt Easton 631 166.0958 -50.6320 01/11/15 4 ZL9/AI-004 ZL9/AI-004 580 165.9607 -50.7462 01/11/15 2 ZL9/AI-005 Omega Peak 563 166.0910 -50.6916 01/11/15 2 ZL9/AI-006 ZL9/AI-006 510 166.1026 -50.5609 01/11/15 2 ZL9/AI-007 Flagstaff 220 166.0503 -50.8244 01/11/15 1 Page 6 of 12 Document S74.1 v1.3 Summits on the Air – ARM for Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) 2.2 Region Reference – Adams Island Association Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) Region Adams Island (AD) Region Manager Refer to Association Manager 2.2.1 Regional notes Adams Island is the second largest island of New Zealand's Auckland Islands archipelago. It is located to the South of Auckland Island. 2.2.2 Table of summits Ref Summit Height Long Lat Valid Valid Pts Name (m) from To ZL9/AD-001 Mt Dick 705 166.0216 -50.8962 01/11/15 6 ZL9/AD-002 The Dome 640 166.1000 -50.8739 01/11/15 4 Page 7 of 12 Document S74.1 v1.3 Summits on the Air – ARM for Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) 2.3 Region Reference – Campbell Islands Association Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) Region Campbell Islands (CI) Region Manager Refer to Association Manager 2.3.1 Regional notes The Campbell Island group (or Campbell Islands) is a group of subantarctic islands, belonging to New Zealand. It lies about 600 km south of Stewart Island. The group has a total area of 113.31 km2. Ecologically, they are part of the Antipodes Subantarctic Islands tundra ecoregion. The group is one of five subantarctic island groups collectively designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. 2.3.2 Table of summits Ref Summit Height Long Lat Valid Valid Pts Name (m) from To ZL9/CI-001 Mt Honey 558 169.1657 -52.5710 01/11/15 2 ZL9/CI-002 Mt Dumas 500 169.0984 -52.5711 01/11/15 2 ZL9/CI-003 Mt Azimuth 479 169.1459 -52.5085 01/11/15 1 ZL9/CI-004 Mt Paris 468 169.0414 -52.5579 01/11/15 1 ZL9/CI-005 Near Mt Lyall 440 169.1666 -52.5350 01/11/15 1 ZL9/CI-006 Puiseux Peak 416 169.1629 -52.6000 01/11/15 1 ZL9/CI-007 Eboule Peak 326 169.1301 -52.5921 01/11/15 1 ZL9/CI-008 Denver Peak 260 169.1414 -52.4678 01/11/15 1 ZL9/CI-009 Jacquemart Island 220 169.1263 -52.6175 01/11/15 1 ZL9/CI-010 Hook Keys 208 168.9910 -52.5513 01/11/15 1 ZL9/CI-011 Dent Island 200 169.0665 -52.5223 01/11/15 1 Page 8 of 12 Document S74.1 v1.3 Summits on the Air – ARM for Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) 2.4 Region Reference – Disappointment Island Association Auckland and Campbell Islands (ZL9) Region Disappointment Island (DI) Region Manager Refer to Association Manager 2.4.1 Regional notes Disappointment Island is to the West of Auckland Island.