Experience National Orienteering Day 2010 September 18 and 19, 2010

Planning for NOD/2010 is underway. Most clubs will host NOD events September 18 or 19. Some have chosen other dates in September. Please see individual club schedules for details. For more information, contact Donna Fluegel at fluegeldonna [at] sbcglobal [dot] net

For the Public | For the Media | For Hosting Organizers | 2010 Sponsors For the Public — Come Join in the Fun !! Find out how exciting the sport of orienteering is at one of our National Orienteering Day (NOD) events being held across the country in September. You don't need to sign up in advance; just show up and have a blast hiking and navigating in the woods. Come by yourself or bring your friends and family. Any way you try it, you'll find "O" is the way to go. Each of our NOD events features newcomer instruction, a variety of courses from beginner through seasoned adventure racer complexity, a souvenir topographic map, a complimentary copy of Orienteering North America magazine (while supplies last), and even a chance to take home sponsor prizes.  Whether your goal is to discover a new sport and seek a course record, to learn a new way to practice outdoor map-reading and compass skills, or simply to take a purposeful walk in the woods with a friend, orienteering is a great choice. To learn more about the sport, visit the “What is Orienteering” page. When you show up, just look for one of the local club members who will be most willing to get you started. Most events have a small fee to offset the price of land permission and map production (you are really going to like our maps). Besides that, just wear a smile and the clothes you would for a hike or run in a local park. Bring a compass, if you have one, or rent one at the event.   For the Media — Join Us on National Orienteering Day If you are looking for a different outdoor sport to cover, look no further than orienteering. The US Orienteering Federation has been hosting exceptional orienteering events for over 30 years and today we are over 55 clubs strong. We really don't want to be the most fun sporting secret, and believe that by coordinating local events throughout the US on the same weekend each year we can best reach the public and you. What is orienteering? Many say it is the perfect blend of an exciting cross-county race in a wooded setting with the added challenge of navigating on the fly using a map and your mind. For others, it's a relaxing family group hike down a scenic trail. A great way to get a feel for the sport is to view our self-running 40-second NOD PowerPoint show. With over 30 states hosting NOD events, a nearby NOD event contact will be happy to provide you all the details about clinics and events in your area. Visit our Clubs page to find the club nearest you and when they are planning their NOD events. For Hosting Clubs and Event Directors NOD/2010 will be held during the month of September, with most clubs having NOD events on September 18 or 19. Contact Donna Fluegel (fluegeldonna [at] sbcglobal [dot] net) for details. Resources for clubs: Publicity Flyer (MS Word document, ~123kb) — edit date and location for your own use Press Release (customizable html) Sponsors for NOD/2010 — Raw Revolution Organic Food Bars Raw, living foods are clean, and have higher nutrient content than cooked food. Processed foods such as protein isolates and grain based fillers are acidic and cause fermentation in the body. Raw Organic foods are closest to their natural state, bringing us closer to healing ourselves and the global ecology. Buff Headwear Buff® is the brand of an innovative, useful, comfortable, fun, multi-functional garment that will keep off the sun, wind or cold. "Our best known piece is the original, multi-functional, seamless, tubular headgear that, because of its high quality, means you can perform any activity in total freedom and comfort. National Geographic :: Maps (Topo! software) The leading outdoor recreation TOPO! software for more than 10 years. Available in 28 individual state and multi-state packages covering the entire United States. Compatible with PC, Mac, and most GPS receivers. Biofreeze Biofreeze Pain Relieving products are the most widely used and confidently recommended products by hands-on health professionals for over 15 years. It is the pain reliever of choice for chiropractors, podiatrists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, massage therapists and athletic trainers. Biofreeze Pain Reliever offers temporary relief of minor aches and pains related to: Back, shoulder, and neck strains Ankle, knee, hip and elbow joint discomfort Muscle sprains and strains GO Orienteering (866Gaiters.com) Orienteering Supplies - Orienteering Equipment - Orienteering Gear - Orienteering Shoes - Orienteering Software - Orienteering Books Orienteering, adventure racing, Rogaine, ski-o, and meet supplies from dozens of manufacturers. Many unique items. FREE huge 10-page 8.5" x 11" COLOR catalogs. Custom clothing and uniforms. Run by the same friendly people as Go Orienteering!, the A-meet vendors.

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