Intro to Orienteering Clinic Training

Map: Confederation Park

What?

Quickly learn the basics of the sport of Orienteering in a local city park.

• 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;

For whom?

This clinic is for everyone, regardless of fitness or experience. It is designed for adults but is 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.

Where?

September 3rd: Confederation Park off 30th Avenue NW. (see map below)

What should I bring?

The clinic is outside and it is active, beginning with walking a moving to medium intensity running/jogging by the end. 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 a change of shoes and socks. A compass is optional but not required. Wear running clothes suitable for being outside and active for up to two hours and suitable for the weather. Bring something to drink and some snacks. Bring warm change of clothes for after the clinic.

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 afternoon exploring one of Calgary’s parks.

How do I sign up?

Register Here

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 Teresa Winn.

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