SMOC Waterloo HQ
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About the race
Point to point orienteering at Waterloo HQ. Participants navigate a series of checkpoints in order using a detailed topographic map and a compass. The mapped area contains big ridges, flatter mixed prairie, subtle multi-depression land, some big climbs, and possible farmland. Courses and typical distances or walking times: - White/Beginner - One to two miles, 30 to 60 minutes walking - Yellow/Intermediate - Two to three miles, 45 to 90 minutes walking - Orange/Advanced - Three to five miles, 90 to 120 minutes walking - Brown/Expert Short - Three to four miles, 90 to 120 minutes walking - Green/Expert - Four to five miles, 120 to 150 minutes walking - Red/Expert Long - Five to seven miles, 150 to 180 minutes walking The venue is a Rec Passport DNR site.
The area immediately by the start and finish is a no hunting area; participants on longer courses should plan to wear orange for visibility. Organizers request registration by the Thursday prior so maps can be printed; late registration incurs a $10 fee. Fees are charged per start or group: standard $15, members $10 with the coupon code SMOCMEMBER, juniors $5 if listed as members; an extra map costs $5. Volunteering can offset the fee.
Loaner compasses are available. Recommended clothing and supplies include long pants, long sleeves (ideally orange), layers, shoes that can get dirty and spare shoes, snacks, water, and insect and ivy precautions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
