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WMOC 2024 orienteering shirt ordering open until August 25

15 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Photos, numbers and thanks

10 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Thank you to all the participants, volunteers, and sponsors for making an unforgettable WMOC 2024! WMOC 2024 was an exceptional orienteering event in many ways, and the following numbers are an indication of the scale of the event.

Five orienteers took full straight of the WMOC competition week

09 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

The week of the World Masters Orienteering Championships ended with the long-distance finals in open rocky terrain in Rymättylä.

WMOC products still on sale

08 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

WMOC products are still available at tomorrow’s arena, so don’t miss the chance to get your own memory of this fantastic week. If you can’t make it, some products will be added to the NoName Club Shop next week after the competition. More information about the after-sales will be provided later.

Briefly - Long Final 9th August

08 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Reserve enough time to arrive at the Event Centre. There will be more traffic on the roads than previous days, especially in the morning because school starts. Be aware of small children on the road!
85+ parking / VIP follows the same signposting as cars.
First start is at 9.30.
Before going to the start: Check that you have your own Emit card, the number bib and, if you want, the holder for control descriptions!
Take enough time to reach the start place. Check your final class and the number of the start.

Give us feedback

08 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

How are we doing? Please give us feedback and you may win WMOC-products or a gift card for Turku City Theater.

Why am I in C final? How to qualify for WMOC finals?

08 Aug 2024 - WMOC IT

The WMOC rules for final compositions often raise questions among competitors. They are fairly complex but also contain a lot of nice “features” for competitors. For example, the chances for a top runner to win a medal in the long distance are not completely ruined, even if they make a mispunch in the qualification.

Briefly - Forest Model Events Parmaharju 8th August

07 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Open 9.00 - 14.00
No parking ticket needed
Take the model map(s) with you.
Model maps are also on sale in the café in Parmaharju, 14 € /map.
There is a Café and O-shop in the Arena.
Enjoy the day!

Simone Niggli and Merja Rantanen once again champions of their respective series

07 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

The World Masters Orienteering Championships continued with the middle distance finals in the magnificent terrain of Southwest Finland in Sauvo. Simone Niggli and Merja Rantanen are once again champions of their respective series.

Start Lists for Long Are Already Out - How Did We Do It?

07 Aug 2024 - Matti Tahvonen

Update, there was one addition to rule 12.22, that was not properly taken into account (and which we didn’t spot with our testing data from previous years). Classes M80A, H80B, M55A, M55B, M85A, M85B has small changes (updated Wed 7th August 22:40). Thanks for Guntars Mankus for spotting the (now fixed) bug!

Briefly - Middle Final 7th August, Sauvo

06 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Reserve enough time to arrive at the Event Centre. There will be a lot of traffic on the roads. Drive safely!
First start is at 10.00.
Before going to the start: Check that you have your own Emit card, the number bib and if you want, the holder for control descriptions!
Take enough time to reach the start place. Check your final class and start number.

Preliminary schedule for Middle Final

06 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Update: check the actual start lists here: Start list

Consider bringing cash to forest events due to weaker networks

06 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

If you want to do any shopping at the forest competition events, it might be a good idea to bring some cash along, as communication networks may be weaker than in the city.

Briefly - Forest Qualification 6th August, Sauvo

05 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Reserve enough time to arrive at the Event Centre. There will be a lot of traffic on the roads. Drive safely!
First start is at 10.00.
If you have not picked up your competitor material, you can pick it up at the Event Office. Reserve enough time!
Check the functioning of your Emit card if this is your first race! You can do the Emit check at Info pole.
Before going to the start: Check that you have your own Emit card, the number bib and, if you want, the holder for control descriptions
Take enough time to reach the start place. Check your class and start number. Start lists can be found on the results board.

Correction to Bulletin - change of location for technical model

05 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Please note that there is an error in Bulletin 2, page 40: Technical model will not be at the Event Centre Kupittaa today evening. It will be in the Competition Arena on Tuesday 6th August. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Competition material and information for bus travelers

05 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

If you do not have time to pick up the competition material from Kupittaa on Monday, August 5th during the competition office’s opening hours (9-13) and you travel by competition bus to the competition on Tuesday, August 6th, you can get on the bus without a ticket. There is a list of names of those who have bought a bus ticket at the stops.

Briefly - Forest Model Events Parmaharju 5th August

05 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Open 9.00 - 18.00
No parking ticket needed
Take the model map(s) with you.
Model maps are also on sale in the café in Parmaharju, 14 € /map.
There is a Café and O-shop in the Arena. Cash & card accepted.
Event Office open at Kupittaa Sportshall 9.00 - 13.00
Enjoy the day!

Merja Rantanen and Simone Niggli are expected sprint champions

04 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

The first day of the finals at the World Masters Orienteering Championships offered the highly anticipated championships and thrilling moments. The courses designed for the Turku Cathedral near the centre of Turku were praised and challenged orienteers of all ages.

Sprint Final results published

04 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

The final results for the sprint final have now been published (Sprint Final -> Online results and start lists -> Results).

Briefly - Sprint Final 4th August

03 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Note that there is only one entrance to the Arena Turku Cathedral. Other entrances cannot be used since they are in the embargoed area.

Qualification results and start lists for the sprint final

03 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

The final results for the sprint qualification have now been published (Sprint Qualification -> Online results -> Results).

Preliminary results published - protest window closes at 15.05

03 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

The preliminary results for the sprint qualification race have been published on the results page (Sprint Qualification -> Online results -> Results) and on the physical result board at Paavo Nurmi stadium. The deadline for submitting protests is 15 minutes after the preliminary results have been published, so any remaining protests must be submitted by 15.05. Protests will not be accepted after this time.

Important information regarding disqualifications

03 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Due to the large number of disqualifications, the result service has released a list detailing the reason of disqualification for each disqualified athlete.

Important notice: there is no livestream by WMOC

03 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Please note that there is no livestream available for the WMOC event. Thus, be aware that any livestream offers you encounter on social media are malicious. Stay safe and always verify the source before entering your credit card details.

Briefly - Sprint Qualification 3rd August

02 Aug 2024 - WMOC info

Note that there is only one entrance to the Arena Paavo Nurmi Stadium. Other entrances cannot be used since they are in the embargoed area.

Briefly - 1st and 2nd August, Event Centre Kupittaa

31 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

Event Office is open between 16 - 20 on Thursday and 10 - 21 on Friday
- Follow the signs for parking (Address: Blomberginaukio). Parking is free of charge.
- Competitor material is distributed by number bibs so check your number bib from the start list before picking up the material. You can pick up your friends’ material at the same time.
- Check the functionality and correct registration of your Emit eCard at the Emit check at Kupittaa Sportshall.
- The Technical Model is open.
Sprint Model Event open on Thursday 16 - 20 and on Friday 10 - 21.
Suunnistajan Kauppa Shop sells orienteering equipment.
Café is open.

Emit card check available at the Event Centre during Thursday and Friday

30 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

Take your Emit eCard with you to the Event Centre at Kupittaa Sports Hall when picking up your competition material on Thursday or Friday. You can easily check that your eCard is fully functional and correctly registered for the competitions.

Livelox Premium available for free during WMOC

29 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

Livelox is a service that lets you record and compare your orienteering races with family, friends and fellow competitors. All maps and courses will be published on Livelox right after the race. As a participant, you can record your GPS route with a sports watch or mobile phone. After finishing, upload your route to livelox.com to see your own route choices and compare them with others.

Important information for EVERYONE using the buses

28 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

Please take your belongings with you inside the bus so that pick-up and drop–off will go quickly.

Opening Ceremony to start earlier than announced

26 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

The starting time of the Opening Ceremony has changed and will now be earlier than previously scheduled. The event will take place on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 14.30 (2.30 PM).

Remember to utilise open event trainings

24 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

If you are arriving to Turku region already before the competitions you might want to go training in the open events organised by the local clubs. Information about the options is available on the Open events.

Fin5 special instructions and start time selector available

22 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

The special instructions for Fin5 have been published under Fin5 public races -> Information. The start time picker for Fin5 is also now open. The link to the start time picker can be found in the special instructions.

Qualification Start Lists Available

20 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

For the past two weeks, we have been busy fixing duplicates and incorrect classes in the entry lists. Finally, we are ready to publish the start lists (and start times) for the qualification races.

Check and update your Emit eCard number!

10 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

We are still missing the Emit card number from 401 different runners. For some we zeroed out the number entered to Eventor, as it was clearly a mistyped or wrong model based on the number. Also, apparently some Finnish runners also expect the eCard number comes from the system as in national competitions.

Pre-sale of the WMOC products has started

09 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

Pre-sale of the WMOC 2024 products has opened in https://clubshop.nonamesport.com. Pre-ordered products will be delivered in the WMOC competition center where the products can be picked up.

Bulletin 2 is out

05 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

WMOC Bulletin 2 has now been published. It contains all the necessary information you need to know about the WMOC competitions. The Finnish version of the Bulletin 2 will be published soon.

Looking forward to the largest WMOC-event ever

02 Jul 2024 - WMOC info

The organisers are happy to announce that over 4200 competitors from 42 countries have registered within the registration period in the WMOC competitions and over 600 in the Fin5 public races. These numbers make the WMOC 2024 the largest WMOC event ever.

Check that you have Emit punch card and that its number is correct

28 Jun 2024 - WMOC info

To ensure functionality, the results service recommends using Emit cards that are no more than five years old.

Organisers' Shuttle Bus tickets can still be bought until 30th June

25 Jun 2024 - WMOC info

The organisers offer a shuttle bus transport to all forest events from the Center of Turku. We have now extended the ticket sales period until the 30th of June. So if you plan to use the organisers’ bus, please buy your ticket from Eventor or info@wmoc2024.fi during June. The cost of the bus ticket is 45 € for all forest events.

Open event training possibilities updated

24 Jun 2024 - WMOC info

If you are arriving to Turku region already before the competitions you might want to go training in the open events organised by the local clubs. Information about the options has now been added on the Open events.

Child care pre-registration at latest on 25.7.2024

23 Jun 2024 - WMOC info

On each competition day there will be a child care facility. Children must be 3 years or older, and diaper-free. Please pre-register, preferably before 25th July, by filling in the Pre-registration form

Changes in Sprint Final's timetable

20 Jun 2024 - WMOC info

The timetable of the sprint final (4.8.2024) has been slightly updated. Please check the updated timetable.

Organisers' Shuttle Bus - Bus tickets for sale until 25th June

08 Jun 2024 - WMOC info

The organisers offer a shuttle bus transport to all forest events from the Center of Turku. We still have bus tickets for sale. So if you plan to use the organisers’ bus, please send your name and class to info@wmoc2024.fi at latest on the 25th of June. The cost of the bus ticket is 45 € for all forest events.

WMOC activity packages are now on sale - book yours today

20 May 2024 - WMOC info

Would you like to experience the fascinating archipelago and an authentic Finnish sauna, or jump onboard a ship and enjoy a dinner cruise? Perhaps you would prefer staying ashore and exploring local flavors instead? Check out the activity packages planned exclusively for WMOC visitors and book yours now.

Reminder about Emit punch cards

10 May 2024 - WMOC info

If you use your own Emit, please check that your Emit number is registered. You can check that by searching your name in the entries list of your class. The Emit number should show in the right column. If not, read the instructions below.

Preliminary public race course lengths

07 May 2024 - WMOC info

Preliminary public race course lengths have now been published.

Secure your bus transportation during April

11 Apr 2024 - WMOC info

We kindly remind you to book your bus transportation for the forest competitions on Eventor no later than April 30, 2024. After this date, bus tickets can only be purchased from the competition office, and availability cannot be guaranteed by the organizers

Information about Bus transportation available

30 Mar 2024 - WMOC info

Check out information about WMOC bus transportation in Competition section. Same info available also in the Finnish section. Also accommodation options have been updated.

WMOC 2024 Emit special edition now on sale

03 Feb 2024 - WMOC info

WMOC 2024 ver. 6 e-card special limited edition for competitors registered for WMOC - On sale now!

Open marked course available at Fin5

12 Jan 2024 - WMOC info

A new class “RR Avoin / Open “ for beginners and children is added to Fin5 public races. In “RR Avoin / Open” there is always a marked course with control points placed along the route. In this class athletes are allowed to use a guide.

Easy traveling in and around Turku with Föli

07 Jan 2024 - WMOC info

Föli, Turku’s trusted public transportation service, is geared up to simplify travel for participants at the WMOC 2024. With a user-friendly network of buses, ferries, and city bikes, Föli ensures hassle-free navigation across event locations, hotels, and key attractions in Turku. Please note that travelling to forest competitions is not possible with Föli since those events are arranged outside the Föli network.

First entry deadline approaching

07 Dec 2023 - WMOC info

First entry deadline is in the end of January. Check the registration instructions below:

WMOC Emit Special Edition on sale in January

19 Nov 2023 - Maija Huhtala

WMOC 2024 ver. 6 e-card special limited edition for competitors registered for WMOC!

Welcome to Turku and Southwest Finland

01 Feb 2023 - Minna Arve

We are proud to organise the World Masters Orienteering Championships (WMOC) in the Turku region during August 2024. It is a great joy to host this significant event together with the Finnish Orienteering Federation and four of our local orienteering clubs.

Bulletin 1 is out!

31 Jan 2023 - Masa

Bulletin 1 is now published! We’ll be updating the website during to spring to contain most of the same info, but go ahead an read all about WMOC 2024 from Bulletin 1 PDF file.