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Welcome to the orienteering race Spoznaj Les 2025 (Get to Know the Forest 2025)! While this is primarily a race for experienced orienteers, we have also prepared courses for the general public so that everyone can experience the beauty and challenges of this sport. Whether you're a beginner or want to run with your children, you'll find something for you here.

Date and Time: Saturday, May 31, 2025. Public starts are available between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM, and the finish line closes at 2:00 PM.

Location and Transportation:
The race center is located at Lúka Tábor (Tábor Meadow). The easiest way to get there is by bus number 43 to the final stop Lesopark. On the race day, connections departing from Patrónka at 9:58 AM, 10:18 AM, and 10:38 AM will be extended to Lesopark. If you are coming by car, you can park at the Tesco Lamač parking lot or under the Red Bridge. From the bus stop Lesopark, it's only 300 meters to the race center.

Who are the courses for?
Special categories are prepared for the public:

• MWR (Child with a parent): Ideal for families with young children. The course is approximately 1.0 km long with an elevation gain of 40 m.
• N (Newcomers): A course designed for beginners who want to try orienteering. It mostly follows paths and roads. This course is approximately 1.4 km long with an elevation gain of 75 m.
• Children's Picture Course: A special course for the little ones, which will be available directly at the race center. No registration is required for this course.

How to Register and When to Start
No prior registration is required for the public. Just come to the race center at Lúka Tábor and look for the registration tent marked "Prezentácia".

Registration for the public is open between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM. The registration fee for MWR and N categories is 6 euros. A chip rental fee of 2 euros applies. You will receive all necessary information during registration. You can start anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM. You will obtain your map directly at the start.

What to Bring
You don't need any special equipment for the newcomer's course. However, we recommend a compass (if you have one, it will help you navigate better) and tick repellent, as there are many ticks in the forest. The terrain is hilly, so comfortable sports shoes are essential.

What Awaits You at the Finish Line
The finish line will be open until 2:00 PM. This means you must return from the forest by this time. It is very important that you always pass through the finish line, even if you decide to stop halfway. If you forget to pass through the finish line, please call the race director (contact details can be found in the "Further Information" section) so we know you are safe and don't need to search for you. Small prizes are prepared for participants in the Children's Picture Course and MWR categories. Results will be published online.

Further Information

• Contact details: Peter Vorlíček, +421 911 028 909
• Refreshments: Water and flavored water will be available at the race center.
• Toilets: Toilets can also be found at the race center.
• First Aid: Provided at the race center.
• Warning: Be careful of increased cyclist traffic in the forest park. After returning from the forest, thoroughly check your body for ticks. Participation is at your own risk.

We look forward to seeing you!