About 90 orienteers came out to enjoy the lovely weather and RUN (or walk) the distance courses. Allan Spangler won the men’s Red course and Lindsey Flagstad won the women’s Red course. Everyone doing a long course got a good workout! Lots of families and teams came out, including Puck and Kate who are to … Read more
Orienteers, the courses for the meet on May 25th will be long! Distance runners will have an advantage, but route choice will play a critical role in how quickly you navigate the mixed urban/forest environment, much like in an urban sprint. There will be five traditional courses: Red (advanced): 10.9 km (23 controls) Green: 8.0 … Read more
Hello Arctic Orienteers! The board is trying to get a handle on a strategy to keep new maps coming and update our existing maps. This has been an ongoing discussion for quite some time now and we are hoping to formulate a formal strategy in the near future. A few members of the board have … Read more
This week we will be hosting an Alaskan first, the Sketch-O! Led by artist and orienteer Max Romey this is the meet equivalent of finding a lost sketchbook on the ground and retracing the steps of the paintings on the pages with only the map on the back of the book. You will know you … Read more
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 McHugh Creek Over eighty participants came out to McHugh Creek in Chugach State Park to orienteer in an area that was both spectacular and challenging. Competitors enjoyed incredible views of Turnagain Arm, several wildlife sightings, as well as wild roses and Devil’s Club. This was the Arctic Orienteering Club’s first in-person … Read more
Update: McHugh Creek is a Chugach State Park facility, so remember your state parks parking pass or bring $5 for parking. The gate to the upper parking lots locks at 9pm. So we are changing the finish cut-off time to 8:30. Starts from 5 to 7pm, and you must finish your course by 8:30. Park … Read more
The Pia venue off Klutina Dr has great orienteering but to participate you must do three things: Pre-register (takes < 60 seconds!) Have a 2021 JBER iSportsman Permit, and login to the relevant iSportsman Training Areas (424, 425, 429) on the day of the meet Sign and submit JBER use waiver. Pre-registration Required JBER requires the Club to submit an advance list … Read more
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Earthquake Park The orienteering season began with a bang at Earthquake park. There were over 83 participants in the 5 courses, and several orienteering friends that came by to chat and enjoy the atmosphere. The weather was blustery, but the competition was hot as orienteers adjusted to the new electronic punch … Read more
Just a quick reminder that you can get ready for the season opener this week by filling out the season waiver online. It will be one less thing you need to do before you get out on the course. You can also pay online for a season pass or for individual meet fees. Also, we … Read more
Hey Orienteers, you only have a few days left to find your compass and trail shoes before the first meet of the season! The first meet will be held at Earthquake park on Wednesday May 4th. There will be five traditional courses: Red (advanced): 4.9km; 23 controls Green: 4.0km; 17 controls Orange: 2.9km; 17 controls … Read more