I'm hosting a training race workout in Hood River on Saturday April 19th. It's completely unofficial and unsupported. If you are interested in joining us, please RSVP ahead of time directly to Dave

Here's how it's shaping up:

Starting in Hood River, it will be a kayak based "backbone" course to simulate what we'll get at the Lake Mead Desert Winds race in May. We'll paddle, get out, do some short orienteering loops on bike or foot, paddle again, get out, repeat... I even have a great rappel option on some beautiful basalt cliffs if you are up for it.

Champoeg is a great orienteering venue; and the advanced courses (orange and green levels) were designed by Mal Harding, whose courses are known for their challenging qualities! There are also two levels of beginner courses.

Registration begins at 10:30 am Saturday April 19; starts are from 11 to 1. Cost for map and course is $7, plus $2 for each additional person in a group.

For more info, contact Virginia Church at church0106@comcast.net