In a category that surely ranks among the greatest - and most inclusive - in any sport, Emily Wheatley and the mini Wheats have taken out the pram walking section of Newcastle's summer series.
What a great way to encourage parents of little ones to get out there and take in some exercise!
At the pointy end, Alex Massey and Nicole Haigh were crowned men's and women's champions.
In the walkers category, Caroline Jenkins had enough points up her sleeve to beat Peter Newton despite not competing the last two events. It was great to see Russell Rigby, on the mend, taking third place. The best 10 of 17 possible scores counted.
Overall handicap honours went to Thomas Whitehead over Geoff Todkill. The series attracted more than 250 different participants. Thank you to all the setters, organisers and vetters.
Newcastle now move into Park series mode, with a long and a short line course on offer over the next three Wednesdays. Their summer program concludes on Wed Mar 9 with their annual night championships.
SHOO also wrapped up their Summer Sats with a BBQ and a swim at new map venue Mowbray Park. Series winners in the easy line course categories were Ethan Brooks and Allie Carroll. Score course champs were Ruth Shedden (pictured, left) and husband Angus.
SHOO enjoyed record turnouts with many new families taking up orienteering in lovely locations, including two new bush-farmland maps.
They are now gearing up for their winter Highlands Forest Series.
