The Australian MTBO selection trials for the World Championships (WOC & JWOC) in the Czech Republic in August will be held on March 21-22 in Newcastle, with 3 races (middle, sprint and long). This event is also Round 1 of the National Series, with later rounds being held in Queensland & Victoria. Early entry can be obtained up until the 8th of March.

In addition to the races there will also be a mountain bike skills course held on the Saturday. This will be run by Bike and Fitness and is free and open to all competitors. There will also be an introduction to mountain bike orienteering at the end of this course, as well as free entry to the recreation class on the Sunday afternoon for all those not entered in the state or national series of MTBO, making it a great opportunity to try the sport. If interested in the course or recreational class please contact Greg Bacon on 0401889688 (SMS name and contact number) or email gbacon1@bigpond.com

Further information can be found on Eventor such as Bulletin 1 and a video link of a sample of the terrain. Visit http://eventor.orienteering.asn.au/Events/Show/2322

Those wishing to nominate for the 2015 Australian MTBO Team should completer the nomination form at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JN26BKZ