This event is canceled because last minute planning on our part led to an underwhelming number of RSVPs. We will figure out if we are going to hold it later in the season or plan some other event. We are having a gathering to show our appreciation for our awesome meet directors and volunteers! Everyone … Read more
Wednesday, May 24, 2017 Bivouac Trailhead in Far North Bicentennial Park Fifty-three hardy souls faced intermittent rain and wind on Wednesday evening to participate in the weekly meet organized by the Arctic Orienteering Club. The orienteers explored the trails and woods of Far North Bicentennial Park on courses ranging from beginner to expert. Cory Smith … Read more
Check the list of orienteering training available for 2017. There is something for everyone.
Arctic Orienteering Club Meeting of the Board of Directors April 12th, 2017 Minutes Members present: Dan Billman, Shelly Laws, Joyce Goodell, Art Harmon, Chris Thompson, Mike Robinson, Cory Smith, Dela Gray, Ian Moore, Regan Sarwas Meeting called to order at 7:13 by Mike Robinson, at Shelly Laws’ house. Minutes from 2-6-2017 were approved. Old Business: … Read more
Wednesday, May 17, 2017 University of Alaska, Anchorage Over 70 people came to the University of Alaska Anchorage on Wednesday evening to participate in our skill-building “Choose Your O Adventure” event. There were three different courses, 1-2 kilometers and 6-8 controls in length, with each focusing on a particular orienteering skill. Participants were encouraged to … Read more
The May 17, 2017 meet scheduled for APU, has been moved to UAA because portions of the ski trails are too muddy to permit an event. The start will be in the “Sports Campus NW Parking Lot,” on Seawolf Drive, just northwest of the Wells Fargo sports center.
Wednesday, May 10, 2017 Earthquake Park One hundred enthusiastic orienteers showed up at Earthquake Park for the Arctic Orienteering Club’s first of many Wednesday evening Anchorage meets. Certainly the warm sunny evening, intricate (mosquito free!) terrain of Earthquake Park, and free training help everyone have a good time. Ian Moore won the men’s red (advanced) … Read more
Sunday, May 7, 2017 Crevasse Morraine, Loma-Prieta trailhead, Palmer Hilly and cool: speedy Ian Moore bested Toby Schwörer on long red course, while Springer Moore won Yellow — dad and son each under an hour! Women: Jen Joliff and Dela Grey won red and green courses, respectively. Special thanks to Art Harmon for long course … Read more
Arctic Orienteering Club Meeting of the Board of Directors February 6th, 2017 Minutes Members present: Mike Robinson, Dela Gray, Lexi Hill, Ian Moore, Regan Sarwas, Shelly Laws, Joyce Goodell, Dan Billman, Jill Follet, Eric Follet, Cory Smith and Lia Keller. The Meeting was called to order at 7:11, at Regan Sarwas home. Old Business: Mapping … Read more
Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Downtown Deli, Palmer The night orienteering event in Palmer was well received by about 50 participants who had either 30 or 60 minutes to collect points. The winner nearly ‘cleared’ the course, missing only one 10-point control. Many well-lit runners cross-crossed downtown Palmer. The recent snow helped astute runners follow tracks … Read more