Who: This clinic will be designed for beginning-intermediate level adventure racers, orienteers, hunters, hikers and anyone else who is interested in improving their navigational ability.  This is being done in anticipation of the Gilmore Adventure Race and Desert Rage AR..

When: 7a.m. til approximately 11am
Where: Dreamy Draw Park.

What:

7am-8:30am - classroom type session under the ramada discussing: map reading & symbols, plotting coordinates, terrain association, declination, pace counting, etc.

8:30am-10:00am - In-the-field navigation practice
10:00am - 10:30am AR strategy discussion
10:30am - 11:00am Discussion, Questions & Answers

We will be going over many different scenarios and examples which will largely focus on adventure racing & Orienteering situations.  If you've ever asked yourself "Should we go over the mountain or around?" then this class is for you. 

The navigation required in adventure racing is often considered the greatest factor in determining the success of your team, and this class will make you a better navigator.  You will leave with the confidence to lead your team in nearly any navigational event. 

All participants will receive a copy of the "Piestewa Peak Navigation & Orienteering Practice Guide".  We will use this as a text for the class.  Included in the guide is a 1:24,000 USGS topo quad map of the area, a listing of 20 permanent markers in the park with matching UTM coordinates and a free plotting tool. 

Participants should bring with them:
Pens & Pencils (a few different colors are great). Ultra-Fine tip colored Sharpie markers are great too though not necessary
Basic ruler or straight edge.
A compass with 2 degree increments or better. Brunton Classic 9020G or Suunto A-10 is fine and only costs you $10-$12 at REI
If it's raining, a waterproof map case or big Ziplock bag
Whatever gear you need for some hiking on trails near Piestewa Peak: water, food, hiking shoes, hat, sunscreen, etc.

Cost: $50 per person.
Questions: Email Info@SierraAdventureSports.com
Register: Manual Registration Form
Registrations MUST be received no later than 8-22-09 so that we have enough materials available

We also offer private group instruction tailored to your schedule with a minimum class size of 6.

Mt. Bike Clinic

This is very limited in space. Aiming for 5 people.

8-9 at Granada Park from 7-9am
6505 N. 20th St, Phoenix, AZ

This is a basic mountain biking skills improvement clinic taught by one of our premier mountain bikers Dave Marks.  We're aiming for a class size of 5 people, and should that be exceeded, we'll have another instructor join us. Limited to first 10 people to sign up. 

This is specific for those who've ridden their mountain bike on rough trails a few times but didn't feel particularly comfortable. You'll learn to hop up curbs, ride over obstacles, through the sand, and more. Cost is $25 per person.

Bring your bike, helmet, water, and any other gear you like to have when you ride.

NO DAY OF SIGNUPS. Registration form must be received by 8/5.

Questions: Email Info@SierraAdventureSports.com
Register: Manual Registration Form

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