New
To Orienteering ?
Wrekin is the
right club for you whatever your level. We welcome people of any age
and ability
and always welcome new members. This page is designed to answer your
questions,
your first one probably being 'What is Orienteering?'. We ask you to
select the
option which best describes you - this will guide you to the most
appropriate
section with information tailored to the aspect of orienteering which
suits you.
After reading this page, if you're still unsure on a few points don't
hesitate
to get in contact, your first port of call being our Chairman, Graham
Hardy (e-mail: gah "at" f2s.com).
Membership
To
join Wrekin Orienteers click on the link:
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Wrekin
What
is Orienteering?
Good
Question! Something to do with maps? Running? Orienteering basically
involves
walking/running around a set course visiting markers navigating with
the aid of
a compass and map. There are several disciplines (types) of
orienteering. Wrekin
members predominantly take part in foot-orienteering i.e. cross country
running/walking navigating around a series of markers.
Wrekin
recommends the Oxford
University Orienteering Guide which is a good start
for those new to the
sport.
Also
try the British Orienteering Federation:
What
is Orienteering?
New
to Orienteering
When
does it happen?
Orienteering
events happen almost every Sunday throughout the year, there are also
many events on Saturdays, and weekday evenings in the Summer. Arrive at
an
event between 10:00 & 12:00 to register for a start time
between 10:30 &
12:30. Click on the links below for further information on upcoming
events.
Wrekin
run a Summer Score Series suitable for beginners which are held on
Tuesday
evenings from April onwards. If you wish to try Orienteering on your
own there
are several Permanent courses in Shropshire and throughout the West
Midlands.
Useful
Link: Wrekin Fixtures
Useful
Link: West
Midlands Fixtures
Useful
Link: National
Fixtures
Useful Link: Permanent
Courses (Wrekin)
Useful Link: Permanent
Courses (UK)
Why
go Orienteering?
If
you fall into one of the categories below then Orienteering is for you.
Click on
the link to find out more.
1) I have
a
competitive nature and want to
win
events
2) I want to improve my
fitness for health benefits
3) I want to venture into the
countryside more often
4) Wrekin
is a friendly club and I would enjoy the
social aspects
5) I've always known Sunday mornings
should be
dedicated to running around forests
Wrekin
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