Vanier Park WJR Why Just Run
February 22nd 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm
Organizers: Jonathan Harris (Event Director), Stan Woods (Coach), Joanne Woods (Membership), Chris Benn (Controller), Dawn Lessowai (Coach)
Map: Vanier Park
Results
Hi folks, thanks for coming out! Results are live here.
Briefing
Please come out and join us for our first WJR of the season at Vanier Park, located next to Kits Beach and providing a forgiving environment for those looking to try the sport for the first time.
Schedule
- 9:30-10:30 Registration
- 10:00-11:00 Starts
- 12:00 Course closure (You must be back by this time even if you have not completed your course!)
Coaching will be available for beginners. Please arrive early in the registration window if you would like to receive instruction.
Registration
The deadline for registering is Friday, February 20th at midnight.
Courses
Vanier Park is a relatively non-technical map, so if you are a runner with some navigation experience, you will likely be able to complete any course you choose - the real challenge comes in planning ahead while moving quickly! Distances given are straight-line between checkpoints, so expect to run about 1.2-1.5x further depending on course and route choice.
- Beginner: ~1.3 kms - Suitable for those new to navigation or families with young children.
- Novice: ~2.5 kms - More decisions to be made between control locations, but still suitable for adults new to orienteering or older children.
- Intermediate: ~3.4 kms - A condensed version of the advanced course, offering a taste of the full map.
- Advanced: ~5.1 kms - Sprinterval-esque course focused on reading ahead in preparation for our upcoming Sprint Camp.
Access
The start location next to Kits Beach Park is easily accessible by bike and transit. EasyPark Lot 66 is a convenient option for those driving to the event.
Volunteers
We are looking for a few volunteers to help out with collecting controls and general logistics. No experience or special skills required - if you are available to help please email yj9harris@gmail.com. You can still run!