Next few events

Date Event location Near Type
Sun Feb 16th Introduction to Orienteering - Session 1 Aboyne Coaching, Training
Wed Feb 19th DNC Night Event: Tilquhillie Banchory Local Race, Night
Sun Mar 02nd Introduction to Orienteering - Session 2 Banchory Coaching, Training
Sun Mar 09th Introduction to Orienteering - Session 3 Kincardine O'Neil Coaching, Training
Sun Mar 16th Sluie Regional Event Kincardine O'Neil Regional Race, JD2C

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DNC Night Event: Tilquhillie

Tilquhillie, Banchory

Wed 19th Feb 2025

Type of event: Local Race, Night

The ninth and final 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 this last event.

Details of the Prize Giving meal at a local cafe after this evening's event will be posted here nearer the time.

Last edited:06th Feb 25  Read more…


Introduction to Orienteering - Session 1

Sun 16th Feb 2025

Type of event: Coaching, Training

Further details will come closer to the time.

Last edited:07th Dec 24  Read more…


Launch of 2025 Club Development Plan

Maroc has launched an update of their development plan. 

19th Jan 25   Read more…


Introduction to Orienteering for families and adult beginners


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 ()

18th Dec 24   Read more…


MAROC AGM 2024

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

23rd Nov 24   Read more…


Bell Wood Permanent Orienteering Course now updated and open

for more details, please see here Bell Wood POC | Mar Orienteering Club

13th Nov 24


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