Author: M O'Sullivan

The Mourne Mountain Marathon is just around the corner, and they need some help to keep things running smoothly! 🟢 Can you help with marshalling on Saturday or Sunday?🟡 Or lend a hand collecting controls on Sunday afternoon? Even a couple of hours of your time would be hugely appreciated — plus it’s a great way to be part of the action if you’re not competing! Message Mark Pruzina at mmmadmin@mourne2day.com if you’re available. Thanks in advance, and see you in the Mournes!

We’re committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for everyone. Our Safeguarding Policy has recently been updated to reflect British Orienteering’s best practices and new guidance. You can read the updated policy on our website under ‘About Us’, via the QR Code or download via this link: https://lvo.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/LVO-Safeguarding-Policy-030925.docx Contact details for our Club Designated Safeguarding Officer, Chloe Reed (seen in the picture, helping out at a recent WEE), can be found in the Policy. Please do not hesitate to contact her if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for helping us keep our community safe.

Join us for our next Club Meet on Saturday 13 September (10am–2pm) at Carnawaddy Mountain, Co. Louth – just an hour from Belfast!📍 Map by Fingal Orienteers: View Map📅 Sign-up closes midnight, Tuesday 9 September: Register here or via the QR Code. 🔹 Free for all LVO, NIOA & OI members🔹 Full details: Event Info🔹 Please register early so we can assign groups, prep exercises and print maps! ⚠️ Note: This is a physically tough, navigationally challenging area with a 30 minute steep walk to the start. Similar terrain to Carlingford – come prepared! Whistle and cagoule compulsory.

If you attended any of our 2025 Wednesday Evening Events (WEEs), we’d really appreciate it if you take a couple of minutes to fill in our short questionnaire: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/2ptp9ZQC0D or access it via the QR Code. If you’ve more to say, email LVO Chair and we can set up a call to hear more.  Your thoughts will help us shape an even better series next year. Thank you for being part of our WEE community!

Looking to level up your orienteering skills? Our 12-week structured training is designed to help young orienteers progress confidently and quickly to Orange / Light Green (TD3/4) standard ready for the 2026 season. DATES: Sundays, 28 Sept – 14 Dec 2025 TIME: 9:30am – 10.30am PLACE: Tollymore / Meelmore For ages 10–14 already orienteering at Yellow (TD2) level. Each week covers a core skill to build technical confidence, including cutting corners, using a compass, aiming off, route choice, attack points, map scale & distance, relocation skills, contours & interpretation, simplification & map memory… and much more! FREE for orienteering club Read More …

We’re thrilled to be using Fingal Orienteers‘ excellent map for our next Club Meet outing on Saturday 13 September, 10am-2pm: https://www.orienteering.ie/gadget/cgi-bin/reitti.cgi?act=map&id=998 Just an hour’s drive from Belfast, in scenic Co. Louth. Sign up by midnight, Tuesday 9 September via the link or QR Code: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/3V5s2aPamv Full event details: https://lvo.org.uk/allfixtures/club-meet-sep-25/ What’s in store: – Fun (and challenging!) contour exercises to sharpen your skills – Expert coaching in a relaxed, supportive environment – Suitable for all experience levels: everyone welcome! After the session: Unwind with a chilled catch-up over a packed lunch: bring your cup, sarnies and a few good stories! FREE Read More …

Join us for Running Wild this Sunday – a fun, family-friendly orienteering session! Whether you’re completely new or already love a forest adventure, it’s the perfect way to jump in. Sunday 31 August 11:00am – 12:30pm Tollymore Forest Main Carpark No experience needed – just bring your curiosity, energy, and love for the outdoors! Sign up here before Wednesday midnight or scan the QR code: https://lvo.org.uk/…/juniors-and-families-coaching-aug-25/

🌄 The Mountains Are Calling – And So Are The Savings! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Ready to test your endurance, navigation skills, and team spirit in one of Ireland’s most iconic challenges? Entry fees go up soon – lock in your spot NOW:Ordinary Entry – £110 (goes up to £130!)Adult-Junior & U23 Teams – £75 (goes up to £85!)Score Class (1 day, 6 hours) – £40 (goes up to £50!) 2 days. 1 team. Wild terrain. Whether you’re racing for the podium or the adventure, this is your sign to commit. Full info on https://mourne2day.com/ or sign-up directly on SIEntries and let the Read More …

On Saturday 9th August, Lagan Valley Orienteers is hosting The Original Mourne Seven Sevens Challenge Walk and Race – our biggest fundraiser of the year. As you may know, the Seven Sevens is no ordinary challenge – it’s an 18-mile trek across all seven Mourne peaks over 700 metres, with over 2,500 metres of climbing. Alongside the walkers, we team up with BARF to host the 7x7s Mountain Race, a highlight of the NI Mountain Running Championships. It’s a fantastic day out with a buzzing atmosphere, and we’d love you to be part of it. But here’s the reality: we can’t do it without volunteers. We’re looking for LVO Read More …

Are you aged 12–18 (born 2007–2013), a member of an NIOA club, and keen to improve your orienteering skills? Our friendly coaches offer tailored training to help you grow — and as a squad member, you’ll get: ✅ Subsidised squad hoodie & T-shirt ✅ Priority invites to coaching weekends (Fermanagh, Hawkshead & more) ✅ Eligibility to compete for Northern Ireland at the Junior Inter Regional Competition (JIRC) 🤩And what’s even better, it’s free to join! 💪Train regularly, aim high, and be part of something great! 📍 Apply now via juniors@lvo.org.uk