Potarch, Kincardine O'Neil
Wed 22nd Jan 2025
Type of event: Local Race, Night
The sixth MAROC event of this winter's Deeside Night Cup (DNC) series. Two courses, Long and Short suitable for technically confident orienteers who run 'Green' or above during the day. A head torch with back-up and suitable full-body clothing are essential.
A comprehensive risk assessment will have been carried out by the organiser, this includes dressing appropriately for the weather conditions, and carrying a whistle.
The DNC Series comprises 17 night events throughout the winter in and around Deeside, organised by MAROC and Grampian Orienteers. The best 9 results count towards lavish prizes that are awarded at a gathering after the last event in February.
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In these 3 sessions aimed at families new to Orienteering and adult beginners, you will learn the basics of Orienteering: learn to read the map, navigate through the forest, and plan your route. Run or walk, depending on your preference! Then try out your new skills at a local Orienteering event, included as part of the course fee.
The 3 training sessions will take place on:
Sunday, 16 February, 10.30-12 – Bellwood, Aboyne
Sunday, 2 March, 10.30-12 – Glen O’Dee, Banchory
Sunday, 9 March, 10.30-12 – Dess, Kincardine O’Neil
Then there will be a local Orienteering event at Sluie, Potarch on Sunday, 16 March.
To get the most out of this course, you should be able to attend all 3 training sessions.
The cost of the whole block, which includes a voucher to attend the event at Sluie is:
£30 for a family of 2 adults and their children
£18 for a family of 1 adult and their children
£12 for an adult
To attend, please sign up using the form below, and before Friday, 7 February. Entries may close sooner, if all places are taken.
Intro course Feb/March24 - Google Forms
If you would like further information or have any questions, please email Katja ()
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Finzean Village Hall
Our Club AGM and Social this Saturday 23rd November 2024 from 6pm til 9pm at Finzean Village Hall.
What3words Location.
GR: NO 621925
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Jenny presented a great series for the last few weeks about how to orienteer. Now you can find the series in one place.
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