BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Scottish Orienteering Association - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Scottish Orienteering Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260309T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260309T213000 DTSTAMP:20250526T123745Z CREATED:20250526T123745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T123745Z UID:55701-1773082800-1773091800@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Event Safety Workshop – online – 9th March 7pm – 9.30 DESCRIPTION:This online Event Safety and Welfare (ESW) workshop is aimed at all who orienteer – whether you are a coach\, a competitor\, an event official or helper. It is a suitable refresher for those who have attended the course before – there are some new materials! \nDelivered online\, using the Zoom platform and Google tools\, this 2.5 hour workshop is a prerequisite for all event officials at SOA/BOF events and licensed coaches. \n\nThere will be a short pre-course task to enable us to make the most of the online time together which will be sent out one week before the course.\n\n\nPlease complete the registration form by 23rd February 2026 URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/event-safety-workshop-online-9th-march-7pm-9-30/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Coaches,controllers,Event officials,planners ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T210000 DTSTAMP:20251010T134552Z CREATED:20250526T111857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T134552Z UID:55698-1771875000-1771880400@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Planners' Discussion 23rd February 2026 DESCRIPTION:For this coming winter we have twisted the arms of some experienced planners to share their knowledge and answer your questions to enable you to broaden your knowledge of the planning process.\n\nThese discussions are open to all including juniors.   The whole series is as follows but each one has a separate sign up form:\n\n\nUrban Planning for safety – 27th October\nEavesdroppping on the planners thought process – 4th December\nExperiences of a rookie S6Ds planner – 23rd February\n\nIn this discussion Peter McLuckie will share his experience of planning at the S6Ds for the first time including: \n\n\nThe main differences that he noticed compared to other events he has planned\, including working as part of a team of planners.\nHow his experience to date helped him to be prepared and advice that he has for others wishing to take on this role\n\nThe discussion will be held on Zoom and run from 7:30pm to 9pm;\n\n\nPlease register using the form by Monday 16th February 2026. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/planners-discussion-23rd-february-2026/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Event officials,planners ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T203000 DTSTAMP:20251120T124129Z CREATED:20251120T122800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T124129Z UID:56405-1769110200-1771533000@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Organising Demystified 22nd Jan & 26th Feb 2026 DESCRIPTION:A  pair of low key Organiser workshops is being run over 2 online sessions\, 7.30 – 8.45 on Thursday 22nd January and Thursday 26th February with short home/in club tasks to be completed in between. \nThis informal and accessible course is open to anyone who is just starting out in organising and will cover the basics of putting on a local (level D) event.  The trainer will share their knowledge and guide you through the process step by step\, with plenty of time for discussion and questions.  There will be take-away resources to help you organise your first event successfully. \nA must for beginner organisers! \nPlease fill in the Google Form if interested \n  URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/organising-demystified-29th-jan-26th-feb-2026/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Event officials,organisers ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T213000 DTSTAMP:20250526T124348Z CREATED:20250526T124348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T124348Z UID:55703-1765220400-1765229400@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Event Safety Workshop – online – 8th December 7pm – 9.30 DESCRIPTION:This online Event Safety and Welfare (ESW) workshop is aimed at all who orienteer – whether you are a coach\, a competitor\, an event official or helper. It is a suitable refresher for those who have attended the course before – there are some new materials! \nDelivered online\, using the Zoom platform and Google tools\, this 2.5 hour workshop is a prerequisite for all event officials at SOA/BOF events and licensed coaches and is free to SOA members. \n\nThere will be a short pre-course task to enable us to make the most of the online time together which will be sent out one week before the course.\n\n\nPlease complete the registration form by 24th November 2025 URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/event-safety-workshop-online-8th-december-7pm-9-30/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Coaches,Event officials,planners ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T210000 DTSTAMP:20251010T134717Z CREATED:20250526T111641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T134717Z UID:55696-1764617400-1764882000@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Planners' Discussion 4th December 2025 DESCRIPTION:For this coming winter we have twisted the arms of some experienced planners to share their knowledge and answer your questions to enable you to broaden your knowledge of the planning process.\n\nThese discussions are open to all including juniors.   The whole series is as follows but each one has a separate sign up form:\n\n\nUrban Planning for safety – 27th October\nEavesdroppping on the planners thought process – 4th December\nExperiences of a rookie S6Ds planner – 23rd February\n\nIn this discussion Clive Masson will guide you through the planner’s thought process for a typical forest line course event. \n\n\nThe discussion will be held on Zoom and run from 7:30pm to 9pm;\n\n\nPlease register using the form by Monday 24th November 2025. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/planners-discussion-1st-december-2025/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Event officials,planners ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T163000 DTSTAMP:20251014T094208Z CREATED:20251010T143859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T094208Z UID:56230-1764408600-1764433800@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Emergency First Aid at Work Course DESCRIPTION:An SOA Emergency First Aid at Work course is being run on Saturday 29th November at either  Kinbuck village hall Nr Dunblane or in Edinburgh depending on best venue for participants. This course is suitable for L1/Club Coaches working in up to a Grade C area and those supplying First Aid cover at events.\nThe cost is £65 a head. Please register using the form or contact Suzanne with any questions. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/emergency-first-aid-at-work-course-2/ CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,Event officials,First Aid END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T203000 DTSTAMP:20251120T121733Z CREATED:20231220T154606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T121733Z UID:52129-1763667000-1768509000@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Young Organiser workshops - 20th Nov & 15th Jan - cancelled DESCRIPTION:An online Young Organisers’ workshop is being run over 2 online sessions (Thu 20th Nov and Thu 15th Jan) with fun club-based mentored tasks to be completed in between. \nThis informal and accessible course is open to juniors (16+) who want to help with organising and will cover some of the jobs that contribute to putting on a local (level D) event.  The trainer will listen to your ideas and answer your questions.  There will be take-away resources to help you. \nParticipants will need to attend both workshops and complete all the club based tasks to complete the Young Organiser award. \nBook online through the Google form by Mon 10th Nov if you are interested or contact Suzanne with any questions URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/young-organiser-workshops/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Event officials,Young people ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117 DTSTAMP:20251009T095549Z CREATED:20250606T083713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T095549Z UID:55791-1763251200-1763337599@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Grade C Controllers Course Sun 16th Nov 2025 DESCRIPTION:A Grade C Controllers’ Course is being run on Sun 16th November 2025\,  10 am – 4 pm\, in the Aviemore area \n\n\nAs well as attending the course\, the requirements for obtaining the Grace C controller licence are: \n\n\nHave organised a competition registered with British Orienteering within the previous 10 years.\nHave planned a minimum of 3 events\, with at least one at Level C\, and at least one within the previous 5 years.\nCompletion of mandatory British Orienteering Event Safety & Welfare Workshop.\nBe appointed to the Grade by their Regional Association.\n\nThese can all be completed after the course but a good level of competence at control placement is required for the course.\n\n\n\nPlease register by filing in the Google form by Friday 7th November URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/grade-c-controllers-course-autumn-2025-tbc/ LOCATION:Aviemore area CATEGORIES:controllers,Event officials,planners ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T210000 DTSTAMP:20250606T065437Z CREATED:20250606T065223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T065437Z UID:55787-1762198200-1764018000@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Junior Planners Workshops Nov 2025 DESCRIPTION:This series of workshops is for juniors who have no planning experience or have just started to do some planning and want to know more.  It will run across the following dates:\n\n\nMonday 3rd November – Optional Condes/Purple Pen workshop\nMonday 10th November – Workshop 1\nMonday 17th November – Workshop 2\nMonday 24th November – Optional TD3/4 workshop\n\nThe workshops will be held on Zoom and run from 7:30pm to 9pm; it is expected that delegates will attend both workshops 1 and 2 and that they will have access to either Condes or Purple Pen on their computer.  Tablets / phones are not suitable for this and you will need to have uploaded and tried out your course planning software before the first workshop. There will be a planning exercise to do between each workshop date. \n\n\n\nAn optional workshop on Monday 6th January is to ensure that learners are familiar with the basics of using either Condes or Purple Pen. It is strongly suggested that you attend this unless you are confident using course planning software. \n\nThe trainers will decide in conjunction with the learners whether to run the optional TD3/4 workshop and the date will be negotiable.\n\nCompletion of all 3 workshops\, including the accompanying homework\, followed by planning 3 courses in your club and submitting an experience log will earn you a Young Planners certificate and buff.\n\nPlease register using the Google form by Monday 13th October 2025 or email Suzanne with any queries. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/junior-planners-workshops-nov-2025/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:planners,Young people ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T210000 DTSTAMP:20251010T134818Z CREATED:20250526T111346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T134818Z UID:55693-1761593400-1761598800@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Planners' Discussion 27th October 2025 DESCRIPTION:For this coming winter we have twisted the arms of some experienced planners to share their knowledge and answer your questions to enable you to broaden your knowledge of the planning process.\n\nThese discussions are open to all including juniors.   The whole series is as follows but each one has a separate sign up form:\n\n\nUrban Planning for safety – 27th October\nEavesdroppping on the planners thought process – 4th December\nExperiences of a rookie S6Ds planner – 23rd February\n\n\nIn this discussion hosted by Graeme Ackland and Lindsay Knox topics covered will be:\n\n\nPlanning for the under 16s and older competitor.\nHow to deal with annoyed neighbours/members of the public.\nExamples of good and bad practices.\nQ&A.\n\n\nThe discussions will be held on Zoom and run from 7:30pm to 9pm; \n\n\nPlease register using this form by Monday 20th October. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/planners-discussion-27th-october-2025/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Event officials,planners ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T053000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T200000 DTSTAMP:20250709T104315Z CREATED:20250526T164015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T104315Z UID:55711-1753767000-1753819200@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Event Safety Workshop (ESW) - S6D - 29th July DESCRIPTION:This in-person Event Safety and Welfare (ESW) workshop is aimed at all who orienteer – whether you are a coach\, a competitor\, an event official (planner or organiser) or helper. It is a suitable refresher for those who have attended the course before – there are some new materials!\n\n\nDelivered in person at the Scottish 6 Days\, this 2.5 hour workshop will cover event safety and is a prerequisite for all event officials with SOA/BOF events and licensed coaches and is free to members of Scottish clubs. ( £10 for all others)\n\nDate – 29th July\nTime – 5.30 – 8pm\nVenue –   S6D Event Centre   V and A Halls\, Ballater (Mike Sheridan Room)\n\nPlease complete the registration form by 21st July 2025 URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/event-safety-workshop-esw-s6d-29th-july/ LOCATION:Deeside CATEGORIES:Coaches,controllers,Event officials,planners ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250303T070000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250303T213000 DTSTAMP:20241205T202112Z CREATED:20240924T162735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T202112Z UID:54441-1740985200-1741037400@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Event Safety Workshop - online - 3rd March 7pm - 9.30 DESCRIPTION:This online Event Safety and Welfare (ESW) workshop is aimed at all who orienteer – whether you are a coach\, a competitor\, an event official (planner or organiser) or helper. It is a suitable refresher for those who have attended the course before – there are some new materials! \nThis course will be run online via zoom using Google tools and is free to members. \nPlease sign up using the registration form or email Suzanne for more details URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/event-safety-workshop-online-10th-february-7pm-9-30/ CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,controllers,Event officials,planners END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250224T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250224T210000 DTSTAMP:20240912T144134Z CREATED:20240912T144134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T144134Z UID:54359-1740423600-1740430800@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Junior Event Safety Workshop DESCRIPTION:This 2 hour workshop is designed for juniors who have done or intend to do the Junior Planning workshops or the Junior Organiser’s Workshops.  This is not compulsory for those roles as you will always be mentored but is strongly advised as it will help you to appreciate the safety aspect of your role. \nIt will be hosted online via Zoom. \n  \nPlease sign up using the Google form by Monday 10th Feb or email Suzanne for more details URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/junior-event-safety-workshop/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Club officers,planners,Young people ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250106T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250127T210000 DTSTAMP:20240703T145312Z CREATED:20240703T145312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T145312Z UID:54173-1736191800-1738011600@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Junior Planning workshops 2025 DESCRIPTION:This series of workshops is for juniors who have no planning experience or have just started to do some planning and want to know more.  It will run across the following dates:\n\n\nMonday 6th January – Optional Condes/Purple Pen workshop\nMonday 13th January – Workshop 1\nMonday 20th January – Workshop 2\nMonday 27th January – Optional TD3/4 workshop\n\nThe workshops will be held on Zoom and run from 7:30pm to 9pm; it is expected that delegates will attend both the workshops and that they will have access to either Condes or Purple Pen on their computer.  Tablets / phones are not suitable for this and you will need to have uploaded and tried out your course planning software before the first workshop. There will be a planning exercise to do between each workshop date.\n\n\nAn optional workshop on Monday 6th January is to ensure that learners are familiar with the basics of using either Condes or Purple Pen. It is strongly suggested that you attend this unless you are confident using course planning software. \n\nThe trainers will decide in conjunction with the learners whether to run the optional TD3/4 workshop and the date will be negotiable.\n\nCompletion of all 3 workshops\, including the accompanying homework\, followed by planning 3 courses in your club and submitting an experience log will earn you a Young Planners certificate and buff.\n\nPlease register using the Google form by Monday 16th December 2024 or email Suzanne with any queries. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/junior-planning-workshops-2025/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:planners,Young people ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T213000 DTSTAMP:20240924T163055Z CREATED:20240924T163055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T163055Z UID:54444-1733770800-1733779800@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Event Safety Workshop – online – 9th Dec 7pm – 9.30 DESCRIPTION:This online Event Safety and Welfare (ESW) workshop is aimed at all who orienteer – whether you are a coach\, a competitor\, an event official (planner or organiser) or helper. It is a suitable refresher for those who have attended the course before – there are some new materials! \nThis course will be run online via zoom using Google tools and is free to members. \nPlease sign up using the registration form or email Suzanne for more details URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/event-safety-workshop-online-9th-dec-7pm-9-30/ CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,controllers,Event officials,planners END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241111T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241202T210000 DTSTAMP:20240903T153900Z CREATED:20240703T144051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T153900Z UID:54171-1731353400-1733173200@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Let's get started in Planning (seniors)Nov /Dec 2024 DESCRIPTION:This series of workshops is for those who have no planning experience or have just started to do some planning and want to know more.  It will run across the following dates:\n\n\nMonday 11th November 2024\nMonday 18th November  2024\nMonday 27th November  2024\nMonday 2nd December 2024\n\n\nThe workshops will be held on Zoom and run from 7:30pm to 9pm; it is expected that delegates will attend all the workshops and that they will have access to either Condes or Purple Pen on their computer (tablets / phones are not suitable for this). There will be a planning exercise to do between each workshop date.\n\n\nThere is a PP/Condes workshop for this series on Monday 4th November.   Please indicate on the form if you would be interested in this. \nPlease register using the Google form or contact Suzanne for more details URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/lets-get-started-in-planning-seniorsnov-dec-2024/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Event officials ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241023T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241023T210000 DTSTAMP:20241010T102402Z CREATED:20240924T161300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T102402Z UID:54436-1729708200-1729717200@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Event Safety Workshop - in person\, Edinburgh 23rd October 2024 DESCRIPTION:This in-person Event Safety and Welfare (ESW) workshop is aimed at all who orienteer – whether you are a coach\, a competitor\, an event official (planner or organiser) or helper. It is a suitable refresher for those who have attended the course before – there are some new materials! \nThis course will be run in person in Edinburgh – venue tbd – and is free to members. \nPlease sign up using the registration form or email Suzanne for more details URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/event-safety-workshop-in-person-16th-october-2024/ LOCATION:Edinburgh University\, Edinburgh\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,controllers,Event officials,planners ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240915T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240915T160000 DTSTAMP:20240703T111849Z CREATED:20240223T132805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T111849Z UID:53561-1726394400-1726416000@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Grade C Controllers Course DESCRIPTION:This one day in-person course\, combining theory and practical\, gives you the skills and knowledge required to be eligible to apply to be a Grade C controller subject to approval and relevant experience. \nAs well as attending the course\, the requirements for obtaining the Grace C controller licence are: \n\n\nHave organised a competition registered with British Orienteering within the previous 10 years.\nHave planned a minimum of 3 events\, with at least one at Level C\, and at least one within the previous 5 years.\nCompletion of mandatory British Orienteering Event Safety & Welfare Workshop.\nBe appointed to the Grade by their Regional Association.\n\nThese can all be completed after the course but a good level of competence at control placement is required for the course.\n\nThe day will run from 10am to 4pm and will be in the Aviemore area. \nThe cost of this course is covered by the SOA. \nPlease book through the Google form or contact Suzanne for more details. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/grade-c-controllers-course/ LOCATION:Aviemore area CATEGORIES:controllers ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240316T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240316T160000 DTSTAMP:20240220T150626Z CREATED:20240220T150626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T150626Z UID:53551-1710583200-1710604800@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Grade B Controllers course - 16th March 2024 DESCRIPTION:For experienced Grade C Controllers wishing to take their skills to the next level.  This one day in-person course\, combining theory and practical\, gives you the knowledge required to be eligible to apply to be a Grade B controller subject to approval and relevant experience. \nThe day will run from 10am to 4pm. \nPlease book through the Google form or contact Suzanne for more details. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/grade-b-controllers-course-16th-march-2024/ LOCATION:Comrie\, PH6 2DN CATEGORIES:controllers,Event officials ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240311T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240325T210000 DTSTAMP:20231220T153851Z CREATED:20231220T153557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T153851Z UID:52123-1710185400-1711400400@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Organiser workshops DESCRIPTION:An online Organiser workshop is being run over 2 online sessions\, 7.30 – 9pm\, on 11th and 25th March with short tasks to be completed in between.  This is open to anyone who is just starting out in organising and will cover the basics of organising a local event. \nBook online through the Google form by 1st March or contact Suzanne with any questions URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/organiser-workshops/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Event officials ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240115T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240129T210000 DTSTAMP:20231220T135513Z CREATED:20231220T133621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T135513Z UID:52108-1705303800-1706562000@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Junior Planning workshops 2024 DESCRIPTION:This series of workshops is for juniors who have no planning experience or have just started to do some planning and want to know more.  It will run across the following dates:\n\n\n\nFriday 12th January – Optional Condes/Purple Pen workshop\nMonday 15th January – Workshop 1\nMonday 22nd January – Workshop 2\nMonday 29th January – Optional TD3/4 workshop\n\nThe workshops will be held on Zoom and run from 7:30pm to 9pm; it is expected that delegates will attend both the workshops and that they will have access to either Condes or Purple Pen on their computer.  Tablets / phones are not suitable for this and you will need to have uploaded and tried out your course planning software before the first workshop. There will be a planning exercise to do between each workshop date. \n\n\nAn optional workshop on Friday 12th January is to ensure that learners are familiar with the basics of using either Condes or Purple Pen. It is strongly suggested that you attend this unless you are confident using course planning software. \nThe trainers will decide in conjunction with the learners whether to run the optional TD3/4 workshop and the date will be negotiable.\n\nPlease submit the Google registration form by Tuesday 2nd January 2024 (deadline extended) or direct any queries to suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/junior-planning-workshops-2024/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Event officials,Young people ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211005T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211005T210000 DTSTAMP:20210623T125133Z CREATED:20201125T170656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210623T125133Z UID:23037-1633462200-1633467600@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Level 1 Coaching Course 5 Oct 2021 DESCRIPTION:Previously known as UKCC coach qualifications\, we now have our own Scottish Coach Qualifications which are fully accredited by the SQA\, and are comprehensive and practical courses relevant for coaching in a Scottish context. \nThis is a high quality coaching qualification for orienteers who have attended the Coaching Foundation course. It provides skills to run single sessions. Subsidies are usually available from sportscotland. \nINTENDED FOR:\nActive orienteers interested in gaining their coaching qualification \nUSUAL DURATION:\nAs re-designed to be delivered partly online\, this course will extend through three sessions\,  2 x  1.5 hr online and 1 full day in person practical and tutor assessed. \nThe first online session will be 5 Oct. All pre-course work will need to be completed prior to this date. Following online session will be 19 Oct with the face to face assessment 30 Oct. (location tbd) \nThe pre-course work will be outlined in early Sept giving the learner a good amount of time to complete the work. \nASSESSMENT:\nBy qualified tutor. \nCOST:\n£150 per person\, £175 non-members.  Subsidy may be available from sportscotland; check your eligibility and apply via their website. \nMIN/MAX.:\n4/6\nMAIN TOPICS:\nLevel 1 is the “Assistant Coach”\, usually working with a more qualified coach though sometimes delivering a session alone after having received guidance from a more qualified coach. The focus of the Level 1 coach is the single session\, usually progressing a skill within the session. Any progression from one session to the next would be under the direct supervision of a more qualified coach. \nPRE-REQUISITES:\n\nAttendance at Coaching Foundation course\nParticipants must be aged 17 or over; evidence of competence at orienteering at TD4 or above\nCurrent member of British Orienteering\n\nOTHER NOTES:\nMORE DETAIL & BOOKING:\nQualification awarded by SQA. \nEmail denise@scottish-orienteering.org for further information or go directly to the URL link to register for the course. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/level-1-coaching-course-l1-c-partly-online-2-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Coaches,Event officials,Improvers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Fran-Getliff.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210420T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210420T210000 DTSTAMP:20210401T100012Z CREATED:20201125T170656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T100012Z UID:18629-1618947000-1618952400@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Level 1 Coaching Course L1 C - POSTPONED Date TBD DESCRIPTION:Previously known as UKCC coach qualifications\, we now have our own Scottish Coach Qualifications which are fully accredited by the SQA\, and are comprehensive and practical courses relevant for coaching in a Scottish context. \nThis is a high quality coaching qualification for orienteers who have attended the Coaching Foundation course. It provides skills to run single sessions. Subsidies are usually available from sportscotland. \nINTENDED FOR:\nActive orienteers interested in gaining their coaching qualification \nUSUAL DURATION:\nAs re-designed to be delivered partly online\, this course will extend through three sessions\,  2 x  1.5 hr online and 1 full day in person practical and tutor assessed. \nThe first online session will be 20 April. All pre-course work will need to be completed prior to this date. \nThe pre-course work will be outlined in late March giving the learner a good amount of time to complete the work. \nASSESSMENT:\nBy qualified tutor. \nCOST:\n£150 per person\, £175 non-members.  Subsidy may be available from sportscotland; check your eligibility and apply via their website. \nMIN/MAX.:\n4/6\nMAIN TOPICS:\nLevel 1 is the “Assistant Coach”\, usually working with a more qualified coach though sometimes delivering a session alone after having received guidance from a more qualified coach. The focus of the Level 1 coach is the single session\, usually progressing a skill within the session. Any progression from one session to the next would be under the direct supervision of a more qualified coach. \nPRE-REQUISITES:\n\nAttendance at Coaching Foundation course\nParticipants must be aged 17 or over; evidence of competence at orienteering at TD4 or above\nCurrent member of British Orienteering\n\nOTHER NOTES:\nMORE DETAIL & BOOKING:\nQualification awarded by SQA. \nEmail denise@scottish-orienteering.org for further information or go directly to the URL link to register for the course. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/level-1-coaching-course-l1-c-partly-online-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Coaches,Event officials,Improvers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Fran-Getliff.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210110T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210110T210000 DTSTAMP:20200928T100014Z CREATED:20200925T170053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T100014Z UID:16014-1610307000-1610312400@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Level 1 Coaching Course L1 C - (Partly Online) DESCRIPTION:Previously known as UKCC coach qualifications\, we now have our own Scottish Coach Qualifications which are fully accredited by the SQA\, and are comprehensive and practical courses relevant for coaching in a Scottish context. \nThis is a high quality coaching qualification for orienteers who have attended the Coaching Foundation course. It provides skills to run single sessions. Subsidies are usually available from sportscotland. \nINTENDED FOR:\nActive orienteers interested in gaining their coaching qualification \nUSUAL DURATION:\nAs re-designed to be delivered partly online\, this course will extend through three sessions\,  2 x  1.5 hr online and 1 full day in person practical and tutor assessed. \nThe first online session will be 10 January. All pre-course work will need to be completed prior to this date. \nThe pre-course work will be outlined in early December giving the learner a good amount of time to complete the work. \nASSESSMENT:\nBy qualified tutor. \nCOST:\n£150 per person\, £175 non-members.  Subsidy may be available from sportscotland; check your eligibility and apply via their website. \nMIN/MAX.:\n4/6\nMAIN TOPICS:\nLevel 1 is the “Assistant Coach”\, usually working with a more qualified coach though sometimes delivering a session alone after having received guidance from a more qualified coach. The focus of the Level 1 coach is the single session\, usually progressing a skill within the session. Any progression from one session to the next would be under the direct supervision of a more qualified coach. \nPRE-REQUISITES:\n\nAttendance at Coaching Foundation course\nParticipants must be aged 17 or over; evidence of competence at orienteering at TD4 or above\nCurrent member of British Orienteering\n\nOTHER NOTES:\nMORE DETAIL & BOOKING:\nQualification awarded by SQA. \nEmail denise@scottish-orienteering.org for further information or go directly to the URL link to register for the course. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/level-1-coaching-course-l1-c-partly-online/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,Event officials,Improvers,Teachers/outdoor leaders ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Fran-Getliff.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201117T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201117T210000 DTSTAMP:20201030T142815Z CREATED:20191111T110536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201030T142815Z UID:12896-1605641400-1605646800@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Coaching Foundation - Online DESCRIPTION:A practical course for orienteers who are interested in coaching.  This online course will give you the foundations to coaching and start your pathway to becoming a coach. \nRun mostly online\, with a practical club supported element\, this course will be held over 4 sessions. Sessions 1 & 4 online 1.5 hrs\,  session 2 part online/part homework\, session 3  club based practical session. Dates for the 4 sessions are – 17 Nov\, 24 Nov & 8 Dec \nThis is a pre-requisite for the Level 1 coaching course. \nINTENDED FOR:\nPeople with some knowledge of orienteering\, who are interested in trying their hand at coaching; also useful for qualified coaches in need of a refresher. \nUSUAL DURATION:\nAs described above – Over one month period for a series of online sessions plus practical participant lead home learning \nASSESSMENT:\nNot assessed \nCOST:\n£50 per person (non-members £75) \nMIN/MAX.\n4/6 \nMAIN TOPICS:\nDiscussion around how to teach/coach orienteering\, practical exercises. \nPRE-REQUISITES:\nCompetent orienteers at least at TD3; age 16+ \nOTHER NOTES:\nThis course is a pre-requisite for the Level 1 Coach course; you might apply to go straight to Level 2 after this course. \nMORE DETAIL:\nBook on line through the URL link provided or contact Denise Martin with any questions \nEmail denise@scottish-orienteering.org   URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/coaching-foundation-perth/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,Event officials,Teachers/outdoor leaders ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191026_122050.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201003T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201004T170000 DTSTAMP:20200629T101628Z CREATED:20190912T155325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200629T101628Z UID:12638-1601715600-1601830800@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:UKCC Level 2 Coach (L2C) - Postponed. New date be set. Information will be forthcoming DESCRIPTION:INTENDED FOR:\nCapable orienteers with some coaching experience \nUSUAL DURATION:\nApprox. 10 hours home study\, then 2 days of tuition and formative assessment observed coaching session\, further home study and written tasks & reflective practice (approx. 20 hours)\, half-day final observed session \nASSESSMENT:\nWritten tasks and observed sessions \nCOST:\n£300 per person. Subsidy may be available from sportscotland; check your eligibility and apply via their website. \nMIN/MAX.:\n4/8 \nMAIN TOPICS:\nThe Level 2 coach often works alone or co-ordinating a small coaching team\, usually within a club or a small cluster of clubs. A Level 2 coach can focus on a series of coaching sessions\, often working towards a particular event. They understand about progressing skills from one session to the next\, using different areas and refinements to make each session useful to a range of participants. \nA Level 2 coach might mentor someone working towards that qualification. \nLevel 2 coaches are qualified to coach on type C areas\, and can undertake a short workshop on “Coaching Safely in Remote Areas” to allow them to coach in areas which would otherwise require a Level 3 qualification. \nThe Level 2 course involves some independent learning and practical tasks before and after the tuition element\, some logged experience (with mentor)\, one assessment session soon after the tuition\, and the final assessment when all other tasks have been completed. Learners have up to 2 years from the start of tuition to complete the qualification. \nADD PDF LINK \nPRE-REQUISITES:\n\nRecent evidence of competence at TD5 (Green\, Blue etc.) before their final assessment. As for Level 1\, this is usually in the form of competition result.\nUKCC Level 1 orienteering coach qualification or equivalent\, or completion of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for approved candidates\nCurrent member of British Orienteering\n\nOTHER NOTES:\nQualification should normally be completed within 2 years \nMORE DETAIL & BOOKING:\nQualification awarded by SQA. \nEmail denise@scottish-orienteering.org to book or for further information. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/ukcc-level-2-coach-l2c/ LOCATION:Glenmore Lodge\, Glenmore Lodge\, Aviemore\, Highland\, PH22 1QZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,Event officials ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/coach-session-May-2017-05-cr-Hilary-Quick.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200818T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200818T210000 DTSTAMP:20200814T165134Z CREATED:20190926T143259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200814T165134Z UID:15155-1597777200-1597784400@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Event Safety Workshop ESW online Currently Thank You for your Interest. This workshop will not be running. DESCRIPTION:Need to refresh? First time event official? The ESW has been updated and now available to take online. This 2 hours  session run by an SOA trainer. \nThis workshop is a pre-requiste for all event officals and we encourage a refresher for all event officals every 5 years. \nKnow your club is keen to increase it’s volunteer capacity? Why not arrange a club ESW to help develop the team. \nRegister on the below link under event website. \nMax 8 people and no cost. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/si-workshop-offered-by-robin-strain-2/ LOCATION:Across Scotland\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,Event officials ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Satellite-services-from-Keith-Roberts.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200408T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200531T235959 DTSTAMP:20200408T081116Z CREATED:20190912T153146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200408T081116Z UID:12629-1586304000-1590969599@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Scottish Level 1 Coach (L1C) - Postponed until further notice DESCRIPTION:Previously known as UKCC coach qualifications\, we now have our own Scottish Coach Qualifications which are fully accredited by the SQA\, and are comprehensive and practical courses relevant for coaching in a Scottish context. \nThis is a high quality coaching qualification for capable orienteers who have attended the Coaching Foundation course\, and provides skills to run single sessions. Subsidies are usually available from sportscotland. \nINTENDED FOR:\nCapable orienteers \nUSUAL DURATION:\nApprox. 6 hours home study\, then 2 days of tuition and assessment \nASSESSMENT:\nMerged with tuition days;  short written tasks and observed coaching delivery \nCOST:\n£250 per person. Subsidy may be available from sportscotland; check your eligibility and apply via their website. \nMIN/MAX.:\n4/10 \nMAIN TOPICS:\nLevel 1 is the “Assistant Coach”\, usually working with a more qualified coach though sometimes delivering a session alone after having received guidance from a more qualified coach. The focus of the Level 1 coach is the single session\, usually progressing a skill within the session. Any progression from one session to the next would be under the direct supervision of a more qualified coach. \nTraining for Level 1 comprises some independent learning before the tuition and assessment. Most Level 1 courses assume learners have completed CF\, in which case the tuition and assessment are completed over 2 days\, usually a weekend. Occasionally a 3-day course is arranged\, covering the full tuition\, practice and assessment\, as well as the independent learning beforehand. \nPlease read the document below for full details and list of pre-requisites. \n\nPRE-REQUISITES:\n\nAttendance at Coaching Foundation course\nParticipants must be aged 17 or over; evidence of competence at orienteering at TD4 or above\nCurrent member of British Orienteering\n\nOTHER NOTES:\nMORE DETAIL & BOOKING:\nQualification awarded by SQA. \nEmail denise@scottish-orienteering.org to book or gain further information. URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/scottish-level-1-coach-l1c-2/ LOCATION:tbd\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,Event officials,Improvers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SoSOL-Hopetoun-House-cr-Crawford-Lindsay.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200111T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200111T160000 DTSTAMP:20191209T122802Z CREATED:20190920T062000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191209T122802Z UID:12694-1578736800-1578758400@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Controllers Grade C course - Roseisle\, Elgin DESCRIPTION:This one day practical course will qualify you to control grade C events URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/controllers-grade-c-course/ LOCATION:Roseisle\, Roseisle Village Hall\, College of Roseilse\, Near Elgin\, IV30 5YD CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,Event officials ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Oscar-Shepherd.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Donald Grassie":MAILTO:donald.grassie@btinternet.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191130T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191130T170000 DTSTAMP:20191104T131949Z CREATED:20190912T155708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191104T131949Z UID:12640-1575104400-1575133200@www.scottish-orienteering.org SUMMARY:Tutor Foundation Course DESCRIPTION:This new initiative is a non-qualification course aimed at members with Level 1 and above coaching. Successful completion will give members the certificate to deliver IntrO and Scottish Orienteering Young Leader tutoring. \nContact denise@scottish-orienteering.org for more information. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/tutor-foundation-course/ LOCATION:Nairn\, Nairn\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club officers,Coaches,Event officials,Improvers,Teachers/outdoor leaders ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/TF-photo-2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR