What is October Outdoors?

October Outdoors is a FREE exciting adventure challenge across three of Lagan Valley Orienteer’s council areas. This is DIY Orienteering thanks to MapRunF.  All you need is your mobile phone, an orienteering map and a sense of adventure! There will be a new challenge and a new place to explore every week for the month of October!

Who is it for?

This challenge is suitable for all levels – families, runners, cyclists, dog walkers, youth groups – you name it! This is the perfect socially distanced activity with no touch points and plenty of fresh air.

How do I get started?

Simply email: rdo@niorienteering.org.uk with your name and postcode, you will then be sent further details on how to get started. M
More information can be found on Lagan Valley Orienteers website here.  

Keep up to date on all the “October Outdoors” news on our club Facebook page – Lagan Valley Orienteers and our hub pages – Orchard County Orienteers and Tollymore Orienteers.

Caoimhe Conor, Outdoor Activities Development Officer for The Outdoor Partnership NI, says:  
“The Outdoor Partnership NI are excited to be working with Lagan Valley Orienteers. It is great to get people outside, running and navigating in a safe way in these strange times. I am excited to see what great opportunities we can open up for local people and communities.”

Special thanks must go to the following councils for their ongoing support Ards & North Down Borough Council, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council and Newry Mourne and Down District Council.