Rosaryville

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May 5
Sunday

Rosaryville

Pre-registration is required and will open on Monday, April 29 at 6 PM and close at 12 Noon Saturday, May 4. Pre-registration is mandatory.

Please join us for a complete selection of classic courses designed by Peggy Dickison. Rosaryville is a 982-acre day-use state park with miles of hiking/biking and horse trails. We will be operating from the Pavilion Picnic area.

Event Director Workshop: Elevate your volunteerism - become a QOC Event Director! Join Kathleen and Sharmagh for a workshop in Pavilion B from 10:00 to 11:00am. Gain insights from basics to specifics and receive the newly revised QOC Event Director Handbook. Veterans - sign up to learn new practices for a smoother experience. Supporting QOC and fellow members as an Event Director is rewarding so make sure to check the "Yes, I'll be there!" box on the event registration form (and choose a course check-in time after the workshop).

QOC offers free Beginner Training. We’ll train you in the fundamentals on-site, but check out our Your First Event and For Beginners web pages to better prepare for the event. Beginners are also encouraged to watch relevant videos, such as this one created by QOC's instructional guru David Onkst.

Group Leaders: Even though you will be pre-registering online, please contact the Event Director to inform them of your plans and numbers so that we are prepared to welcome you. Visit our For Group Leaders page for more information about what to expect.

Reminders:

  • There is no water on the course. Participants are responsible for their own hydration. A very limited supply of bottled water for emergency use will be on hand with the Meet Director; but it is vital to stay well hydrated. Please come prepared!
  • Pet Policy: Leashed pets are allowed in Rosaryville State Park.
  • Please note that Rosaryville State Park has installed an automated toll machine for admission. The toll machine accepts credit cards and exact change $1 and $5 bills. Weekend and holiday entry fees are per vehicle: $3 in-state and $5 for out-of-state.

Location

Rosaryville State Park, Pavilion parking area, Rosaryville, MD (Classic)
RegistrationAdvance registration will be required. The date and time that registration will open will be posted here; usually, registration will open at 6pm on the Monday before the event.
Start TimesStart times will be by windows (to be defined for this event before registration opens).
ScheduleSunday, May 5
10:00 am - 3:00 pmClassic:
Volunteers
Event Director:Mark Mace
Course Designer:Peggy Dickison
Location Details

Classic
Rosaryville State Park
Pavilion parking area
Rosaryville, MD
Google Map

From I-495 exit 11A, head east on Rt 4 (Penn. Ave) for 3 miles. Turn right on Woodyard Rd/MD-223, then quickly move left to turn left on Marlboro Pike. After 2.8 miles, turn right on Crain Hwy/Rt-301 S, then take the first right on W. Marlton Ave into the Park. Follow O'signs within the park.

Park Entrance Fees: $3/pp in-state, $5/pp out-of-state
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Apple/iPhone Link
Entry FeesIndividual Entries

Note: juniors = under 21

Club Member, adult Club Member, junior Non-Member, adult Non-Member, junior
$10 $5 $20 $5

Group Entries

Participants are welcome to orienteer together as a group (up to the maximum for that event; usually 4). Each member of a group is charged their individual rate as shown above, up to a group total of $30 (maximum), and each receives a map. A group receives one epunch. Individuals or groups desiring to compete on a second course after completing their first can do so for a reduced fee of $2/map subject to approval at the event by the Event Director.

Important Notes
  • If you wish to become a QOC member you should join online in advance via this webpage (which also explains the member benefits). Membership is completely optional.
  • Most of our events use an 'epunch' timing chip for electronic timing. Individuals or groups without their own epunch will be loaned one for that event. Loaned epunches that are lost incur a $40 replacement fee. Epunches (also known as SI-cards or finger sticks) can be purchased from online vendors as described here.
  • Former QOC members who have let their membership lapse pay non-member fees.
  • Compasses are available at no charge, but if lost incur a $15 replacement fee.
  • Please provide collateral (such as car keys) when borrowing a compass or epunch.
  • Beginners are encouraged to watch relevant videos such as this one created by QOC's instructional guru David Onkst