Get your entries in for final Metro League event of the year at Glenbrook in the Blue Mountains. All club members are encouraged to enter including those new to the Metro League format. We have teams in all divisions except Division 6. If you are unsure of what division to run in contact our team captain James at jistuart@bigpond.com. For these events IKO teams up with members of SHOO –our sister club in the Southern Highlands.
Entries close at 8am on the morning of the event. Details at https://eventor.orienteering.asn.au/Events/Show/23838. Runners should also read the information bulletin.
Two IKO-SHOO teams are in the running for first place in their respective divisions . The closest match-up in the League is in Division 2 where WHO and SHOO-IKO are running equal on match points and for-and-against. Our Division 3 team also has a winning chance in the final where they are pitted against the CC-UR team who narrowly beat them on Round 5.Come along, have a run and cheer on our finalists.
FIRST TIMERS: You will need to log in to Eventor first & then check the drop down boxes to nominate Illawarra Kareelah Orienteers & select a Division that best suits your ability before proceeding to payment. …ON THE DAY…This is a teams event, however you can still pre-enter as an individual runner if you prefer. You may be approached on the day if teams are short. Likewise if we have too many entries for teams you may be asked to run up or down a division or you can just compete as an individual runner for that day. You can find out more about the Metro League at https://onsw.asn.au/events/metro-league
Join the Illawarra Kareelah Orienteers community, track your training, and connect with runners across the region. Joining the IKO Strava Club is a great way to add a bit of friendly competition amongst members. Track your weekly totals, chase segment times, and cheer on teammates as they hit their goals. Click here to join.
Many IKO members already use Strava, which is like the social media for sports people. It works on any smartphone and can be connected to your watch. You record your walk or run, and it automatically appears in the club feed if you join the IKO Strava club, however there are privacy controls if you don’t want this to happen. Note: you need to register with Strava in order to join the IKO Strava Club.
For many athletes, Strava becomes a fun way to keep active, celebrate progress, and now to stay connected with the Illawarra Kareelah Orienteers community. Whether you’re doing a short coastal walk, a gentle jog, or a full training session, your activity counts and you can celebrate your progress with fellow club mates.
Parkrun enthusiasts
There is also the opportunity for IKO members to join the IKO group if you do Parkrun. Search for Illawarra Kareelah Orienteers in the Parkrun app under Extras – Clubs. You can download the app at https://www.parkrun.com.au/
For those new to Parkrun it is a free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. Parkrun is 5k and takes place every Saturday morning at one of the 550 locations across Australia. Junior parkrun is 2k, for 4 -14 year olds and their families, and is run on Sunday mornings.
The courses for this week’s orienteering event incorporate routes through an open-air art gallery known as “Art in the Park”. Dotted along the tracks are giant bird’s nests each containing a solitary ceramic egg, hand painted by local artists and community members. There is even a giant human sized bower.
The usual range of short, medium and long line courses are available. Starts are between 10 – 11am. See https://eventor.orienteering.asn.au/Events/Show/24392 for details and to pre-enter. For newcomers enter on the day will be available. Payment by card or bank transfer only. Club members will be available to help you on your way.
Make a day of – catch the train, it is only a 15min downhill walk to the start. After the event join IKO members at the local beach café and/or walk the famous Seacliff Bridge
Come along and enjoy a run in Stanwell Park before the hoards arrive for the summer. There will be three line courses available short, medium and long as well as a walking category for those not keen on running. All comers are welcome. For those interested in trying orienteering club members will be available to introduce you to the sport and set you on your way.
Starts are from 10 – 11am from Stanwell Park Beach Reserve. Details about the event including the exact location are available from Eventor at https://eventor.orienteering.asn.au/Events/Show/24392 Pre-entries are encouraged although it will be possible to enter on the day. Payment will be via credit card or bank transfer. No cash. To enter on line you first need to register with Eventor .
The Stanwell Park Kiosk /Park and Tide Cafe is close to the assembly area and will be open for breakfast and lunch. So why no take the opportunity to stay after the event and discuss your route choices with fellow orienteers over lunch or a coffee.
There are plenty of forest events on offer this July. Why not start the month with a run in the Southern HighlandsForest Series on Sunday morning 12 July, starts are from 10 – 11am. The event will be at Welby and will be good training for the up coming forest events in the following weeks. Organised by SHOO, details of the event can be found at https://eventor.orienteering.asn.au/Events/Show/24134.
The following weekend, 18/19 July, there are two State League events, both forest events.
For something different the event on Saturday afternoon will be the NSW State Relays at Waianamatta. A two person relay event with each person running 2 legs. If both team members belong to the same club their points will contribute towards the determination of the NSW Relays Champion Club. Mixed club teams are also welcome. If you can’t find an IKO running partner of similar ability just enter as an individual and a relay manager will assign you a partner. For more information about the event and how to enter check the information bulletin at https://eventor.orienteering.asn.au/Events/Show/24200
NOTE: Entries close on 10 July. No enter on the day courses will be available.
State League # 10 Maraylya on Sunday 19 July
The venue is Mitchell Park, Cattai National Park. Map scale 1:7,500. This is a middle distance event with the usual State League courses available. Expected winning times are around 35minutes. Queueing starts will available from 9.30 -11am. Pre-entry is encouraged. Enter on the day will be restricted to a very limited number of participants and a limited number of courses. For further information, including important instructions on parking, go to https://eventor.orienteering.asn.au/Events/Show/23237
Metroleague #5 Grays Point Sunday 26 July
IKO is organising the next Metroleague event at Grays Point on Sunday 26th July. Volunteers and runners are needed to help out on the day. All club members are encouraged to enter including those new to the Metroleague format. Enter via Eventor at https://eventor.orienteering.asn.au/EventAdmin/ShowEventEntryFees/23837
Please advise Sue Froude at IKOrienteers@gmail.com if you are able to assist on the day. Volunteers will also be able to run on the day. Pre-entries close at midnight 25 July.
Start window: Non Metroleague competitors: 9.30am-10.00am and 10.30-11.00am. Metroleague competitors 10.00am-10.30am.
Make sure you read the information bulletin before venturing out on your course, especially the Course Setter’s Notes. . There have been 2 separate controlled burns in the last 3 months, affecting about 90% of the course. Vegetation, visibility and runnability changes weekly with leaves falling off bushes and dead saplings being blown over. All divisions will have sections of thicker bush than most metroleague events – long sleeves, long pants and gaiters are strongly recommended.
TIP FOR FIRST TIMERS: You will need to log in to Eventor first & then check the drop down boxes to nominate Illawarra Kareelah Orienteers & select a Division that best suits your ability before proceeding to payment. Division 6 is entry level and is graded easy, Divisions 3-5 are moderate and Divisions 1 & 2 are hard navigation. If you are unsure of what division to run in contact our team captain James at jistuart@bigpond.com. …ON THE DAY…This is a teams event, however you can still pre-enter as an individual runner if you prefer. You may be approached on the day if teams are short. Likewise if we have too many entries for teams you may be asked to run up or down a division or you can just compete as an individual runner for that day. You can find out more about the Metroleague at https://onsw.asn.au/events/metro-league
