Intro to Orienteering Training
March 27th 2018 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Organizers: Marsha Fehr (Event Director), magali robert (Event Director)
Map: Bowness Park + Baker Park
What?
Learn the basics of the sport of Orienteering in Baker Park (map below).
- A one-and-a-half to two hour outdoor & active clinic
- Led by some of Foothills Orienteering’s internationally experienced orienteers.
You can expect to come away with:
- Muddy shoes and a grin on your face!
- Completing your first orienteering course!
- Better map reading skills;
- A new life-long activity to share with friends and family;
When?
These clinics are being offered three times:
- Tuesday March 27th 6:00PM-8:00PM
- more dates TBA
For whom?
These clinics are for everyone, regardless of fitness or experience. They are designed for adults but are open to everyone. You will do the clinic in small groups of two or three so we encourage you to bring friends or family.
We think everyone should try these clinics and especially if you:
- Have heard about this unusual sport and would like to learn more about it;
- Enjoy running but get a little bored grinding out the miles;
- Enjoy maps and thinking on the run;
- Don't enjoy maps but want to learn to read them better (5 Reasons Why We Should Still Read Maps);
- Are interested in an activity that you can do with your friends or as a whole family;
- Love being outdoors or in the woods.
Children under the age of 15 are encouraged to join our SOGO Adventure Running program which runs in the Spring (early April to mid-June) and in the Fall in various locations around Calgary - or if they have a friend in SOGO, they could ask about participating in the SOGO 'Bring a Friend' day in May.
Where?
The first one is at either Baker Park. We will make the decision as soon as we can see which will be more snow free! Meet in parking lot at 6:00pm sharp!
What should I bring?
The clinic is outside and it is active, beginning with walking and moving to medium intensity running/jogging by the end (if you want to race one another!). You can expect to be on and off trails. Wear something comfortable that you don't mind getting a little dirty and don't mind if it might get snagged! If it's wet outside you might want to consider bringing a change of shoes and socks for afterwards. A compass is optional but not necessary. Wear clothes suitable for being outside and active for up to two hours and suitable for the weather. You may want to bring something to drink and a snack.
Why should I sign up?
You should sign up for one of these clinics for the following reasons:
- It will introduce you to a great new community of active outdoorsy people.
- It will start you on a lifetime of adventure.
- It is a fun morning or evening exploring one of Calgary’s parks.
How do I sign up?
Cost:
- Adults (21+) - $20.00
- Youth (15-20) - $15.00
If you have any questions about registration or any other aspect of these clinics, please contact Marsha Fehr, [email protected]