Daytime Point-to-Point Courses:
Kick off your adventure with our daytime point-to-poit courses, designed for all skill levels. Navigate through the stunning landscapes of McKinney Falls State Park, using your map-reading and compass skills to find designated control points.
Courses (Limit 3 hours):
White: 2 - 3 Km | Easy
Yellow: 3 - 5 Km | Easy/Medium
Orange: 4 - 7 Km | Medium
Red: 6 - 10 Km | Difficult
Schedule (Daytime Point-to-Point):
9:00 am - 10:00 am ► Registration/Check-in
9:15 am - 9:45 am ► Beginner O Class
10:00 am ► First Start
2:00 pm ► Courses Closed
3:00 pm ► Control Pick-up
Night-O (Limit 1 hour):
Experience the thrill of orienteering under the stars during our Night-O event. Equipped with headlamps or flashlights, participants will embark on a unique night-time challenge. Test your nocturnal navigation skills and enjoy the park in a whole new light.
Schedule (Night-O)(Tentative):
6:45 pm ► Night-O Registration/Check-in
7:00 pm ► Night-O Map Handout
7:15 pm ► Night-O Mass Start
8:15 pm ► Night-O Finish
8:30 pm ► Control Pick-up
Map Scale: 1:7500, 2.5 m Contour Interval
Event Director: Nancy Bowers
Course Setter: Nancy Bowers
Event Entry Fees:
Junior (under 18): $10
Adult (18 and over): $15
Night-O: $5
AOC Member Discount: $2
SI Card Rental: $5 (Required for Competitive Runners)
If you are interested in purchasing your own SI Card, please visit the SPORTident website.
McKinney Falls State Park Entrance Fees:
Adult: $6
Child 12 Years and Under: Free
School-Sponsored Group: Call the park at (512) 243-1643 to make arrangements.
For additional information visit https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/mckinney-falls/fees-facilities/entrance-fees
Registration - Pending!
Online Registration and Payment are required in order to participate in this event. Registrations without a corresponding payment are not valid. Online registration closes at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025.
Individual Registration
(Ideal for individual runners and families) |
Group Registration
(Ideal for large groups/schools) |
One form that allows you to Register, Pay and sign the Entry Waiver*.
Individual Registration
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Step 1: OrienteeringOnline registration page.
Step 2: Pay Online
Step 3: Entry Waiver*
Bring all waivers to the registration table or email to registrar@austinoc.com
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*All participants (individual competitors and each member of a group) must complete an Entry Waiver. The waiver must be signed by a parent or legal guardian if the participant is under 18 years of age. |
If you are associated with a large group and would like to make special arrangements or need assistance with the registration, please contact registrar@austinoc.com.
Parking:
There will be designated parking for this event close to the Start/Finish location. Follow the white/orange orienteering signs upon entry into the park.