I'll start carrying a rucksack the contents of which will gradually increase in weight.

Thats not easy seeing as after the first week I'll start carrying a rucksack the contents of which will gradually increase in weight.

Do you want to borrow me rucksack lyke.

In September I have to do the Royal Marines 30 miler commando test. So in preparation I've started a new fitness regime, I'm walking 10km's a day at a brisk pace and today was my first outing. 1hr 22minutes which is going at a fair old lick especially seeing as theres some changes in gradient in that lot.

I need to get consistantly below 1hr 15 minutes and stay there. Thats not easy seeing as after the first week I'll start carrying a rucksack the contents of which will gradually increase in weight.

DARTMOOR YOMP-SEPT 10th & 11th 2010 INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION
The event is made up of the YOMP during the Saturday followed by a traditional Royal Marines evening social. You may partake of one or both events. The YOMP is only able to accomodate 300 players and you are advised to book early.

AIM
To provide the disabled with a challenge in a familiar Royal Marines setting.

ELIGIBILITY
The YOMP and Social events are ONLY open to Service and Ex-Service men and women and their immediate family/carers.

I say again for all those with hearing aids and who can't read it the first time!!!

The YOMP and Social events are ONLY open to Service and Ex-Service men and women and their immediate family/carers.

OUTLINE PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

Friday 10th September
· Meet up at Plume of Feathers – Princetown Friday late afternoon/evening
· Settle in

. And REGISTER.... ie tell someone that you are here.. and get your name ticked off!!! simples

· Reception (PU) – Rig of the day - Informal
· Organise your own food (Plume has good menu)

Saturday 11th September

IF YOU DID NOT REGISTER YESTERDAY DO IT NOW!!

· Breakfast (sort your own – Plume also does breakfasts)
· 0900 Those departing from Start get coach from Plume to Bickleigh.
· 1000 Yomp commences Bickleigh
· Timings TBA from this point forward
· Those departing from RV1 get minibus/cars from Plume to Brisworthy Plantation
· Those departing from RV2 get minibus/cars from Plume to Scout Hut (Sheeps Tor)
· Those departing from RV3 get minibus/cars from Plume to Peat Cot
· All back to Plume
· Hot Soup and Roll on arrival at Plume
· Clean up
· Post Yomp Social – Informal Rig
. Hog Roast, (or veggie option) Roast Tatties, choice of veg. Choice of 2 desserts.
. Social & Raffle

Sunday 12th September
· Breakfast – as Saturday
· End of organised programme
· Disperse

COSTINGS & DONATIONS
The cost per person is £10.00 for the YOMP and £15.00 for the Hog Roast. All surplus funds will be donated to Royal Marine Charities. If you wish to obtain sponsorship from your friends or make a donation, then these will be gratefully received.

ACCOMODATION
Booking of accomodation is each individual’s responsibility. There are some sponsored billets for the injured guests and their carers please contact Yorkie if you would like one of these places.

MOOR PHASE
. The route is split into three legs. You may join or exit the YOMP at any of the three checkpoints.
· The Yomp is NOT a speed march or time trial
· All participants will take part in groups of at least 4
· There will be safety coverage on the moor
· Hot drinks & water will be available at the RVs
· While every effort is being taken to ensure that this is a wheelchair accessible route there are areas where participants in wheelchairs will need assistance, particularly if the weather has been wet prior to the event.

Please now print off the registration form and send it together with your cheque to Yorkie at the address shown.