The “Dalmoak” property at Marylands, east of Stanthorpe, is the venue for the Orienteering event this Sunday which is being conducted by the local Bullecourt Boulder Bounders Orienteering Club.
Last month’s event at Pozieres was cancelled due to flooded roads and track damage and members will be looking forward to the opportunity to get out into the bush for some much needed competition.
Organiser, Liz Bourne, said “Dalmoak” was first mapped and used for orienteering in 2000. The club has a long association with the landowner, John Aiken, and appreciated him allowing the club continued access to his property. The terrain is ideal for all levels of Orienteering. There is a good combination of open paddocks suitable for beginners as well as more detailed granite terrain for the harder and more technical courses to challenge the more experienced competitors.
There will be seven courses offered at Sunday’s event which will suit all levels of skill and fitness. A short, easy course for beginners has been included.
Ms Bourne said, “Anyone is welcome to come along as our sport is open to everyone, not just members. “Instruction on the basics of map reading and navigation will be available for those new to the sport.”
The event will be open from 9 – 11am and will be signposted along Dalmoak Road, off Amosfield Road. The entry cost will is $5 and families are welcome to tackle the course together.
If you would like further information please contact Bullecourt Bounders (07) 46 836 374 or going to www.oq.asn.au/event-calendar.
