Orienteering events

Uringa organises several orienteering events each year. These include local events at various locations south of the Harbour, usually one MetrOLeague event each year, and one or more State League and/or Christmas Five Days events. State League and Christmas Five Days events are often done in collaboration with one or more other clubs.

These events could not go ahead without the volunteer efforts of club members. Some members have been doing it for decades, others are just learning some of the ropes. All members are encouraged to contribute.

Surplus funds from these events are used to support club activities, equipment and administration costs. (Note that clubs do not receive any of the annual ONSW membership fee. Those funds support ONSW and OA.)

Communication

MailChimp: This is the primary communication channel in the club looking forward. Members receive emails at their nominated email address. Messages are  sent out when there are orienteering or other social events,  helpers are needed, input to decisions sought, and other matters. All club members are added to the club's MailChimp contacts list; it is possible to self unsubscribe.

FaceBook: Club members are invited to join the club's closed FaceBook group. It is recognised that some members prefer not to use FaceBook. 

Blog: Uringa News is the 'newsletter' site reporting what has been happening in the club. 

Community and social life

The club is a friendly group. The best way to get to know members when you join is to help out at events. At weekend events outside of Sydney a dinner location is usually arranged at a local club or restaurant on a 'pay your own way' basis.

We also normally enjoy one another's company at  social occasions once or twice a year: the Winter Dinner and the Christmas party .

Club shirts

Members  can purchase as many club shirts as they wish. The first shirt for each member (especially juniors) is substantially subsidised. These shirts are obtained by bulk order, so all sizes are not always in hand.

Other equipment

Members may purchase SportIdent sticks from the club treasurer. Cost depends on whether an older SI stick is exchanged or not.