Orienteering this weekend

Hey guys,
Well now that we have had a few days to recover, it is time to get on with things and get into it. This Sunday at Huanui College, on Ngangaru Rd, is a winter series orienteering event. It costs $10 for adults and $7 for students, however if you are going to run with someone you can split the costs. Registration starts at 9.45 till 10.30. Make sure you bring a raincoat, pen, water, running shoes, compass (there are extras if you don't have one) and be prepared to get muddy, so a towel and plastic bag may not be a bad idea.

Look forward to seeing you there.

Liv

Genesis Energy Hillary Challange

What a week......I said before we left that we were taking our most experienced and well prepared team, and I stand by that. The WARTS team went down to the Genesis Energy Hillary Challenge with multiple goals, and achieve all of them except one. They were an amazing team, that really worked beyond their years, communicating frustrations, listing to each others ideas, and learning from mistakes. They were fit, fast and a force not to be messed with , however I believe that this year the bar was raised, and all teams (including the Australians) were well prepared for what can only be described as a smorgasboard of activities and challenges. True to reputation, Darren and the OPC team put on a first class event, that required every team member to contribute and play their part. Our team represented both schools and the Northland area with pride and a determination to do their best. We came away with a very respectable 5th place, not enough to get us automatically into the final for next year, but enough to show that we are competitive and growing stronger every year.
To Ryan, Eloise, Alice, James, Bridget, Shaan, Anna, and Rob, you gave it your all and we could ask nothing more of you. You were simply outstanding, and we are all so proud of your accomplishments.

Below are some of the moments from the week:

Its time for Hillary

Well its that time of year again to head down to central plateau and go head to head with the 11 other top Adventure Racing schools in New Zealand. Genesis Energy Hillary Challenge is by far and away the toughest secondary school event in the country, and WARTS have been attending this event since its beginnings, where Whangarei Boys High School won the very first. Lets hope this year, as we take down the most experienced team, that we can raise the bar one step higher and improve on our third placing from last year.

I would like to acknowledge everyone that has helped to support our team in the build up to this event, from parents to specialist coaches, the team could not be more prepared than they are, and its all the support that has made it possible.

To the seniors heading down to Hillary, our community is supporting you all the way. From younger WARTS,  to teachers, local businesses, and parents.

Go WARTS!!!!!!

Senior Camp Gear List:

Sleeping mat/stretcher/ sleeping bag and pillow

Bike ( repair kit)

Running shoes and tramping boots

Old shoes for water or boat shoes

2 towels

Clothes for wet/hot cold (thermals, fleece top and bottoms, woolen hat, sun hat, gloves, socks, raincoat, gaiters, togs, wetsuit)

Head torch 

Teatowel

Plates/cutlery/cup

Toiletries + toilet paper between 2

Compass

Pens, pencils, highlighters

plastic bags x2

Sunblock

baking

Jandals

 

Food will be organised by Deb, she will email what you require.

 

This looks like a good event

http://whangamata6hr.co.nz/

Senior Training This weekend

Hi Seniors:
Just wanting to let you know that there will be a MTB and run training on this Sunday at Glenbervie 3.30pm till 6pm. You will need; thermal top, water bottle/pack, bike, helmet, raincoat, running shoes.

We have also confirmed that training camp will be on the Monday night, Tuesday and Wednesday.Please l me know what you can come to, it is compulsory for the eight going to Hillary to be there, unless you let me know. I will be posting a gear list for camp on the weekend.

MTB trainings

Hi Guys and Gals,
This weekend on Sunday 17th of March, Sadie has offered up her time at 1pm at Parahaki. Meet in the Carpark just before 1pm, take $5, raincoat, water bottle, repair kits.
It is really important that we make the most of her coaching, so please try and get along.

Next weekend I am wanting to do some long distance rides on either Saturday or Sunday. Please let me know what days you can make. It will more than likely be at Glenbervie Forest. Seniors should all be there!