Beginner and Intermediate Level Spring Training for 2008
The next training session will be on Wednesday, the 28th of May, in Bechtel Park, Waterloo.
Meet at 18:30 in the west end of the big parking lot south of the playing fields, near the baseball diamond. See Google Maps for details.
Please send an e-mail to stars_orienteering at yahoo.ca by Tuesday (27th) evening if you intend to come, so we know how many maps to print.
Mission
- To provide Stars members with an opportunity to improve their orienteering skills through organized training sessions.
- To encourage regular physical training.
- To create a social environment for juniors and families, and for building team spirit and enthusiasm for orienteering.
- To encourage participation in events outside of the Waterloo region.
Participation
The program is free for all Stars Orienteering Club full members, and others are welcome based on the fees below. We will have two groups:
| Beginner: | those wishing to learn and practice the basic skills; |
|---|---|
| Intermediate: | those wishing to improve their skills at an intermediate level. |
Training Events in April and May
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| April 23 | Waterloo Park |
| April 30 | Westheights Park |
| May 10 (Sat) | Huron Natural Area |
| May 14 | Huron Natural Area |
| May 21 | Monarch Woods |
| May 28 | Bechtel Park |
Training is usually on Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. Please make sure you check the web site (http://stars.kw.net) a day or so before the event for final details and possible location changes.
It is not necessary to attend all sessions -- if you miss the first session(s) you are free to attend later ones, where you will still be able to learn about the sport and pick up the basic techniques.
What to bring and wear
Wear something comfortable for running in, and be prepared to get wet, muddy, and perhaps sweaty, depending on weather. If you take shortcuts through the bushes, be prepared to get some tugs in your clothes. Running shoes are fine for the feet.
Bring a water bottle.
If you have a compass, please bring it along. The simple $10 hiking / orienteering compasses of the sort sold by Canadian Tire (search for product number - just the number - 75-4014-6) are perhaps the best for beginners. We will have some compasses available for use.
During races, whistles are mandatory gear, to be used if you get lost or need assistance. You might as well start getting used to bringing one with your compass whenever you head out the door for orienteering, so if you have one, please being it along. Any cheapo plastic whistle will do, as long as it can make lots of noise!
Fees
- $8 per session, or $40 for all six;
- 50% of cost for basic members;
- Free if you're a full club member.
For membership information, please see http://stars.kw.net/docs.
