The British Sprint and Middle Champs took place in Northern Ireland last weekend, and Chasers had 4 representatives. The Sprint Champs comprised of a qualifier and final around the streets of Armagh. 2 of the 4 made the ‘A’ finals, so great runs in the tricky areas around the City Observatory. The following day, the… Read More »British Sprint and Middle Champs 2023
It is with sadness that we have to report that one of the founder members of Walton Chasers, Eric Johnson, has died at the age of 93. Eric was an active competitor for over 40 years, a long-time WCH committee member and WMOA fixture’s secretary. He also drew the first black and white map of… Read More »Eric Johnson funeral details
Over the Easter weekend, over 20 Chasers ventured north to the Lake District for the annual Jan Kjellstrom festival of orienteering. 4 days of orienteering consisting of a sprint race, middle race, long race and relay. Alas we had no podium success but we did have some good results and a great time. On M40L… Read More »JK 2023
Last weekend was the WM Champs, held at Bentley Woods near Atherstone. Chasers have the following champions: Jonah M14, Olivia W16, Garry M80, Hazel W70, Jonathan M70, Claire B W60, Andy M M45 and Claire S W40. Well done everyone!
19 Chasers made the trip to the British Champs weekend in Berkshire, with the individual race on Saturday, followed by the relay on Sunday. On Saturday at Cold Ash, top 30 results were achieved by: M14A Fraser, W16A Olivia, W21L Tammy, W40S Claire, M45L Andy M, W55S Alison, W60S Christine, M60L Ian, M70L Dave and… Read More »British Long Champs and Relay Champs
The last race of the 2022-23 street-O series took place in Stafford yesterday evening. The results of the series have now been confirmed, with a win for Andy Lewis in the male category, and Julia Lowe in the female category. Well done both – your owl trophies will be finding their way to you shortly! … Read More »WCH Street Orienteering 2022-23 Series – Results
Chasers next colour coded race is on Shoal Hill, on the edge of Cannock, on 16th April 2023. A full range of courses are available, for both experienced orienteers and beginners. Details are in the attached flyer here (updated 11/4/23): Shoal Hill 16April23 v3 (Inc course lengths). Pre-entries are now open on https://pre-entries.app/. If you’ve… Read More »Shoal Hill Colour Coded Race 16th April
We are sad to have to report that Pam Emberton, a member for many years has passed away following a stroke. Pam was a competitor well into her 80s, winning multiple championships, and always with a smile on her face. She will be missed. Chasers send condolences to John, Jonathan, and Jo.
