Nav Dash starts today at the University of WA. For the uninitiated, Nav Dash is a short distance (usually 3-4km) orienteering race - more details at http://www.members.iinet.net.au/~gone4run/

You don't need any orienteering experience, the courses are all held at 'safe' venues like schools and unis in the metro area. You may find it takes a little while for your navigation speed to catch up with your running speed, but after a couple of events you should be more comfortable and able to match it with the experts.

All races are held at around 2pm on Saturdays, and are suitable for all ages and running ability. Groups, families, etc welcome.

First race was won by visiting Swiss elite orienteer Lukas Ebneter, who also won the WAMC Matilda Bay 10km a couple of weeks ago. Rachel West, also a WAMC regular was first woman, narrowly holding off Ironwoman Nicki Rehn. Results at http://www.members.iinet.net.au/~gone4run/.../UWA%202009.txt

The second race at Guildford Grammar School was also won by Lukas Ebneter, in his last race before returning to Switzerland this week. Rachel West also repeated her win in the Women's class.

As well as results, you can also view the map and runners' routes at the above website - click on Routegadget to see the maps.

The next Nav Dash race is at Edith Cowan Uni's Joondalup campus on Saturday 28th March.