BOS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Thanks for your patience!
https://civlcomps.org/event/british-open-series-round-1

https://civlcomps.org/event/british-open-series-round-2

Thanks to Katie Tracey for the banner photos.

DISCOUNT DEADLINE REMINDER: You are reminded that if entering both events then the price is significantly less if you register on or before 1 May.

NOTE RE CLASSES:

• Hang Gliding Class 1 Sport is to be used for Club Class Entries
• Hang Gliding Class 2 is to be used for registration for all non-competitive entries

If you have previously registered for a CIVL event:  log in and the process should be straightforward. 

If you do not already have a CIVL account:   here are some tips:

• Choose the "Registration" link and follow the instructions.
• Once you have a CIVL ID you can register for the BOS competitions.  

A couple of points to note during the registration process:

• The system will ask you for a "participant number".  Choose any number you like, for example a number on your wing if you have one.  The system will tell you if that number has been taken; choose a different one.
• The system requires you to enter your insurance details.  For British pilots "NHS" will do in the "Insurance company" field, and "123" will do for a number.
• For licence numbers etc use your BHPA number.  
• If you do not have an FAI id - click on get FAI id then 'continue without'.  If doing this on a phone you may need to resize to see the box.
• If your glider is not listed, choose something similar - not important for BOS
• You only need to complete the essential sections (unless you want to add more)

If you have difficulties registering: Email - hgcompspanel@gmail.com and I will try to help you out. (Irene)

Once registered:

• You will show as on the waiting list
• Your status will change once payment has been confirmed. 
  (This may not be immediate so please be patient). 

REGISTRATION FOR BOS OPENING VERY SOON

Awaiting approval from FAI Event Management System

MOST 'TO FOLLOW' or 'DRAFT' SECTIONS OF THE BOS INFO PAGES HAVE NOW BEEN ADDED INCLUDING:

• Concerns & Protest Page added - 04-6-concerns-and-protests
• Newcomers Guide to Competition added - 04-7-newcomers-guide-competitions
• The draft Competition Scoring information has now been finalised - 04-5-bos-championship-tasks-and-scoring

There have also been some minor tweaks to some other pages.

STILL TO COME

• Sites information
• Waypoints files

If you spot any issues or inconsistencies please contact us on hgcompspanel@gmail.com

BOS 1 Priority booking for Street Head Campsite closed on 15 March and bookings were opened up to the public.  Everyone who booked through the HG Comps booking form should have received confirmation and payment instructions.
As of 19/3/23, there is one remaining hard standing for caravan/motorhome (with room for awning) available from 10 June. Get in quick if you want to reserve it!
Apart from that there are just tent pitches in the camping field remaining.
Anyone wishing to reserve a booking must do so directly via the Street Head website or Facebook page.
When prompted for discount code please enter 'BOS23' (including quotes) but also type BOS23 into the notes section so Mel can double check.

Please note that there the https://hgcomps.uk/books/bos-info-new-2023 has had significant additions and updates today.

NEW - Details of the Competitions have now been added

UPDATES - All previous sections have had minor updates or additions.
There is a section on Rewards for Coaches under BOS EVENTS - NON-COMPETITIVE as we will be reliant on getting volunteer coaches to help Club Pilots to enable them to fly.

Some additional information will follow soon, including:

• How to Enter
• Site information
• Guide to Newcomers to Competition

KEY DATES FOR YOUR ATTENTION

6 March - If you have not already done so please submit the BOS23 Expression of Interest Form.  We will be using the information in this form to make decisions about what we will be able to afford to do for the various aspects of BOS this year.  

15 March - If you plan to stay at Street Head Caravan Site for BOS 1 then complete the booking form ON OUR WEBSITE to secure a priority place. 
They currently have a waiting list for our dates and will fill places we have not booked by 15 March from their waiting list from 16 March.  This is particularly important for caravans and campervans and tents looking for electric.

There has been a lot of work involved pulling all this information together, and while the best efforts have been made to ensure links work and there are no errors, we are no infallable!.  Please email us on hgcompspanel@gmail.com if you notice any problems.  Thanks

The following new information has been added to the BOS23 Tab. 

BOS EVENTS:  NON-COMPETITIVE

It includes details about the new

• BOS Challenge Weekends
• BOS End of Season Fly-in
• Rewards for Coaches - Can you Help?

If you are interested in any of the above please complete the BOS23 Expression of Interest Form by 6 March

COMING SOON: Full Details about the BOS COMPETITIONS will be posted later this week, after final decisions are made at the Competitions Panel Meeting on Tuesday.

THERE IS NOW A NEW TAB ON THIS WEBSITE FOR BOS 2023.

While it is still work in progress, there should be enough there to let you know what is planned.

Please note campsite booking information is also now available and you are advised to book early, especially it taking a caravan, motorhome or campervan.

Registration is now open for the British National Hang Gliding Championships, and the British Open.  The combined events will take place in Ager, Spain, from the 27th August to the 2nd September.  We recommend that you register and book your accommodation early, since the British Paragliding Nationals will take place in the week following the HG Nationals.

Register for the competition and pay your entry fee on Airtribune, here:
British Hang Gliding Championships and Open 2023 (airtribune.com)

Entry costs £150 - bucking the inflationary trend, down by nearly 10% from last year!
See you in Ager!

The Competitions Panel are pleased to announce the dates and locations of the British Open Series for 2023 as follows:

BOS 1:  Saturday 10 June to Wednesday 14 June (inclusive)
Yorkshire Dales, based around Streethead Caravan Park

BOS 2: Saturday 1 July to Wednesday 5 July (Inclusive)
Mid Wales, based around Fforest Fields Caravan Park

Reserve Dates:  Saturday 9 to Wednesday 13 September, Yorkshire Dales

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