Canterbury Summer Rogaine Series: Mt Vernon

The Canterbury Rogaine Summer Series offers a choice between one and two-hour rogaine formats, providing a flexible challenge suitable for various fitness levels. Participants navigate cross-country through the scenic Mt Vernon Valley using maps to find checkpoints at their own pace. This event emphasizes teamwork and communication, as team members are required to stay within earshot of each other throughout the course.

While the event welcomes competitors from children to grandparents, it does not require a high level of navigation skill, making it accessible to newcomers as well as experienced orienteers. The social aspect of rogaining is a significant part of the experience, with all participants starting and finishing simultaneously, creating a communal atmosphere. This series allows participants to explore both urban and natural landscapes, often revealing lesser-known areas of the region.