The Big Poll

With a number of events coming up in the next couple of months where we would like to see you participate, either as competitors or as helpers, we have set up a poll for you to indicate your availability for these. It would be helpful if all club members could complete the poll - even if you are unavailable for all.

Rivers Wood SOG - Postponed

Due to the strong winds and heavy rain that was expected on Saturday morning the Rivers Wood SOG event was postponed. It is hoped that the event will take place later in the season once a suitable date has been identified.

Event Organisers and an Urban Planner still needed for Sunny Sussex

We need some help to run the Sunny Sussex weekend this year. Each event needs an organiser who mainly takes care of setting up tents and signs, arranging the assembly area and distributing volunteers. The event is coordinated by Anna Chapman, so comprehensive assistance is provided and experience is not necessary - we just need to share the load. We also need a planner for the exciting urban event we plan to put on at Sovereign Harbour. The events are Sat 16th May Regional at Abbots Wood (Hailsham), Urban Regional at Sovereign Harbour (Eastbourne) and Sun 17th May National at Friston Forest (Eastbourne). Please contact Anna.

Sunday 23rd February next entry deadline for key events

Don't forget to enter for British Orienteering Champs and JK2020 for cheaper entry prices. The British Champs is in our region this year and is open to all members of British Orienteering (every SO member is a member of British Orienteering). You'll find the same kind of courses, just with the addition of commentary, elite classes and a more exciting event arena. Well worth a go. JK2020 is an annual international event and is attended by lots of SO members - this year it is in the North-East.

Defibrillator Now Available at SO Events

An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is now available at SO events in the download tent.

It is very simple to use, you don’t need to be trained to use it. Just open the cover and it will give you clear instructions on how to attach the pads. It will then assess the heart rhythm and will only instruct you to deliver a shock if it’s needed. You cannot deliver a shock accidentally.

To find out more: view a short promotional/training video here or speak to Steve Blount the next time you're at a SO event.

Unclaimed Summer Sprint League Medals

The following Summer Sprint League 2019 medals are still held by the chairman and will be available at the following events at the SI tent.

SO Successes at Southern Championships

A number of club members travelled down to the Forest of Dean at the end of November for the Southern Day and Night Championships. We came away with seven trophies with particular congratulations to Roger Maher (M80) and Ruth Rhodes (W75) who did the double. Also winning were Mike Gammon (M85 Day), Neil Crickmore (M55 Night) and Jonny Crickmore (M21 Night).