Essex Stragglers Orienteering Society (SOS)

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Membership

Essex Stragglers Orienteering Society (commonly known as SOS) was formed in 1968 and centres its activities in North East Essex. Our membership base extends from Chelmsford to Colchester and Sudbury to Southend.

We aim to provide around eight orienteering events during the year with the majority being held from September to May.

SOS actively supports and encourages a Schools Orienteering League between Essex and Suffolk schools and youth organisations.

It is not necessary to join a club, but the fellowship of like-minded compeditors and the support and information from the club network and newsletter can help you to get the best from a challenging family sport. There is also a reduction in entry fees of £2 for seniors, so the membership fee will pay for itself after a few events!

Membership options

LOCAL MEMBERSHIP

You will become a member of Essex Stragglers Orienteering Society and receive a bi-monthly club newsletter with details of local events and activities.
You will become a member of East Anglian Orienteering Association and will receive reduced entry fees at most events in East Anglia.
You will become a Local Member of British Orienteering, be eligible to enter National Events, and receive an occasional newssheet.
You will be eligible for discounts from sponsors, including reduced subscription rates for CompassSport, Britain's National Orienteering Magazine.

NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP

In addition to the above, you will become a National Member of British Orienteering, be eligible to enter British Championships and National Events, and receive reduced entry fees at most events nationwide, and a quarterly magazine.

Fees for 2010

Notes

1. A Junior Member is 20 or under on December 31^st of the membership year.
2. Family membership covers two parents and all children under 19.
3. If joining after October 1^st, membership lasts until the end of the following year.
4. Newcomers to orienteering can join at reduced rates for their first year of membership. Contact the Membership Secretary for details.
5. You will be notified by email when the Newsletter has been posted to the SOS website. If you prefer to receive a hard copy, please specify.