Joining SMOC

If you are new to orienteering it is free to join SMOC for the first year. Download a membership form here.

Stewartby

Sunday 19th July 2009

The next SMOC event will be held at the Forest of Marston Vale, starting at the visitor’s centre

Starts:

whenever you are ready, at any time between 10.30 and 12.00

There will be three courses:

A technical Green course suitable for experienced adults of approx 5.2km

A moderate Orange course suitable for families and experienced youngsters of approx 3.5km

An easy Yellow course suitable for novices and families of approx 3.1 km. Wheelchair-friendly for adventurous types - a mixture of hardcore and grassy paths

Beginners should note that course lengths are the straight line distance between controls. As a straight line is rarely the best or easiest way between controls actual distances covered will be significantly further.

Entry fee:

Charge for the map will be £3, reduced to £2 for SMOC club members. Juniors and students £2. Groups containing more than 2 adults £5.

Dogs: allowed on leads

Car park: free. Opens at 9:00

Other Information:

Advice and guidance will be provided for beginners who might not have tried the sport before and who would like to explore the country park.
No special equipment necessary, except old clothing and suitable outdoor footwear. Shorts are not suitable for the Green course.
Beware that the clay surface can be very slippery and muddy if wet.
Teas, coffees or even a full Sunday lunch available afterwards in the forest visitors’ centre.

Come along and bring your friends.