Organizer:
Salome Hussein
Date/Time:
Date(s) - Sunday 29 March, 2026
All Day
rogaining

What is Rogaining?

Rogaining is the ultimate cross-country navigation sport, blending endurance, strategy, and teamwork. Using only a map and compass, teams navigate diverse terrains, from rugged bushland to scenic farmlands. Teams of 2 to 5 (or solo for some shorter city events) aim to visit as many checkpoints as possible within a set time. Each checkpoint is worth points, with harder-to-reach locations offering higher rewards. The checkpoints can be visited in any order. The goal is to maximize your score!

It’s a great way to learn and practice navigation, keep fit, and touch base with other active members of our outdoor community.

The Plan

We’ll be taking the train up to the, maps will be online for planning from 8am.

06:24 Depart Central Station platform 6, with stops at Strathfield, Parramatta, Blacktown, Penrith before all Blue Mountains stops.

Arrives Mt Victoria 08:48 with short walk to the Event HQ.

Let us know if you need to borrow a compass and/or if you’d like help finding a teammate.

Event Info

“The Explorergaine is a 6-hour rogaine being held on Sunday 29 March at Mt Victoria on the western edge of the Blue Mountains. Whilst it is in the Metrogaine slot on the calendar this rogaine will be mostly on bush tracks. The event has a strong historical theme and is also a fundraiser for the Australian Himalayan Foundation.

The course explores the first routes off the mountains dating back to 1813. There are outstanding views over the Megalong Valley, Hartley and across to the Great Divide. Expect a surprisingly complex choice of bush tracks both close to the Event HQ and for the fit and strong down to Hartley Vale. This event has something for everyone. The course setters are planning 50+ checkpoints.

Whether you’re a seasoned rogainer or a newcomer looking to explore a new area this is an event not to be missed.

This event promises:
✅ The first 6-hour event of the year.
✅ Scenic and challenging terrain.
✅ Community and camaraderie – meet fellow explorers.
✅ An excellent Event HQ at Mt Victoria Public School.

Entry fees and inclusions

Entry fees for the event are $70 full and $49 concession. Your entry includes:

• Up to 6 hours of rogaine exploring.
• Map and electronic timing (1 per person).
• Donation to the Australian Himalayan Foundation.
• Catering provided by the Mt Victoria Public School P&C.
• Sausage sizzle with vegetarian option.
• Watermelon, oranges and cordial.
• Cake, tea and coffee.”

See you there,

salome and stu

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