Sprint events feature short courses (2-3.5 kms), usually held in a small, compact area with complex features, such as the buildings and passages of a university campus. The venue for our next Sprint event is a high school campus with school buildings, gardens, playgrounds, sports fields, bushland and parking areas. The event is suited for all fitness and experience levels - our instructors will be on hand if you are new to sprint orienteering.
More information about Sprint events can be found on the OWA website, including Sprint event guide, sprint orienteering tips and a sample sprint map.
Sprint event maps contain features which must not be crossed or entered, even if it is possible to do so. Some out-of-bounds areas are more obvious (e.g. garden beds) but some do not have physical boundaries (e.g. around cafes) so read your map carefully! Check out a sample legend with uncrossable features for sprint events, and make sure to check the legend on your map at each event!
Courses: Long (3.4km), Short (1.8km), and Easy (1.4km). Course lengths are approximate running distances.
Pre-entry (preferred): Via Eventor, or enter at the event from 9.15am.
Start times: Between 9.30am and 11.30am.
Courses close: 12.15pm. You need to return to the assembly area by this time, whether or not you have completed your course.
Please bring: Your SI card and compass or these can be borrowed at the event. Also bring sunscreen, a hat, a whistle and water bottle (plus water and electrolytes for after you finish), and comfortable walking or running shoes.
More information is in Eventor, including in the Information flyer.
Photo: Aerial view of Hale School, taken from Hale School Facebook page.
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