Safety

Well the dark evenings are well and truly with us now so it's important that all participants can be clearly seen when running anywhere near vehicles. Please wear something suitably reflective. A few reflective vests are available to borrow. A torch/headtorch will also prove useful. Guidance is available at our Monday evening club nights.

Urban O

Last night we hit the streets in preparation for a forthcoming urban o street race in Ormskirk. See www.sroc.org fixtures for info - date 17th November.

Before that there'll be some interesting challenges this Saturday at Daresbury nr Runcorn. More info at www.deeside-orienteering-club.org.uk.

If you're looking to get fit or already run hard we've something for you at our Monday evening club nights. Newcomers always welcome, all ages although under 11's must be accompanied by an adult.

Other activities

Busy weekend for those associated with Monday club nights. Activities included a trail race in Standish, Lakes weekend taking in the Mid Lancs cross country in Barrow and an adventure on Great Gable, more cross country in Birkenhead and orienteering in the Midlands.

Running group boosts numbers

Chris Henders and his Run in England training group joined in with the orienteering last night. They were faced with a challenging cones activity or two before running some courses set out on the football field. Fair to say some coped better than others but next time I'm sure they'll all be up for the challenge!! Well done!! None stayed for the juice and biscuits though!!!!

Catch up

Been even busier than normal last few weeks so no chance to update this site, sorry!! Anyway, well done to those who raced at Calderstones Park, Witton Park, Tockholes and anywhere else recently.

Compasses

Tonight's session involved participants memorising and copying a challenging course onto a blank map then taking bearings between controls whilst moving.

Also, David Bolton, co-planner of the recent Formby event, was on hand to offer guidance to those who'd taken part.

Next event is Saturday at Calderstones Park.

Sudoku orienteering style

Tonight's version used map symbols instead of numbers. Hard enough? No, try doing it jogging round a track!!! Well done to everyone who did :-)

Before that we took part in a quiz about the summer's European Athletics Championships with questions set by 9 year old David Spencer. What an excellent and challenging job he did - thanks.