The next MelbushO is at Westerfolds Park, Templestowe, on Sunday 22 July, starting from the picnic shelter at Porter Street. Most of the forested areas are unusually open and runnable – and wildlife is plentiful. Westerfolds is the perfect venue for some fun orienteering for all ages – a great day out for the family! There are toilets, a large picnic shelter, and plenty of things to climb onto or under. Come along and have a go – all ages and abilities welcome, and coaching is available for newcomers. If you’re a regular orienteer, this is the perfect event to invite family or friends along to.
At MelBushO events, you can choose any of the five courses, and start any time between 10am and 11.30am. You can borrow a “Sportident” timing device and a compass, at no extra charge. You’ll be given a colour map at 1:7500 scale, which you’ll use to navigate between the controls, before returning to the finish. The location is Westerfolds Park south – enter from Porter Street and head to the car park. Register at the picnic shelter below.
Course lengths:
Course 1 – 6.5 km
Course 2 – 4.6 km
Course 3 – 3.6 km, harder navigation but physically easy
Course 4 – 4.3 km, moderate navigation
Course 5 – 2.3 km, easy navigation
Pre-enter online here. Online entry closes on Thursday 19 June. You can also enter and pay on the day, with cash or card. Entry fees: $12 adults, $6 juniors (under 21), family maximum $30. Questions? Email enquiries@drocorienteering.com.au