Orienteering 36:07 [2] ***
I went over to the Model area this morning since I arrived too late last night. It was enough to confirm that it's the same type of terrain as at home, and that the downed trees weren't really a big obstacle. Plus, it was nice to get out for a little warmup. I was surprised at how many people were already in the park at 7:30 am.
Orienteering race 46:51 [4] *** 4.27 km (10:58 / km) +190m 8:59 / km
Red F21 at Reedy Creek, Umstead State Park, Raleigh, NC.
I would say that I am satisfied with this run...not exactly overjoyed...but satisfied. My lungs did hurt from my cold, and it was a little tough to breathe, but my navigation was pretty good. I messed up on #9, mainly because somewhere along the way, my brain switched to thinking that I was heading to #10. So, I was scouring the north side of the spur just east of #9, thinking that I was looking for the ditches at #10. Finally, a check of my compass...and the realization that I was looking for the wrong control!...set me back on track. Just a little frustrating. It was quite warm (probably in the mid-60s), and I could feel that I hadn't run in warm weather in quite a while. The course was a lot of fun despite my brain fart. You did a great job, Peggy! I can't wait to see what tomorrow, and 10+ km., feels like.