Bush orienteering is generally held in Autumn through to Spring. Weekend events are held throughout Victoria, with the main events being: Vic Series – these events, at locations across the state, have courses for all. Experience the excitement of navigating some of Victoria’s best forests. MelBushO – an introductory series of events close to Melbourne. Bendigo and Ballarat regional series – accessible local events catering for both new and experienced participants. Two Victorian Championship events are held each year. These are open to all, providing the opportunity to test yourself against your peers or to simply provide another excuse to get out into the bush. The Victorian Relays are a chance for club based teams to compete head to head in an exciting annual contest Standalone events, each with a unique format, eg Maxi 3 Hour, Bendigo ToDay Want to know more: check out New to Bush Orienteering , and the series that interests you Oceania Long and Middle Distance Championship Highlights Videos With the help of the Victorian Government highlights videos have been created of the Oceania Long Distance and Middle Distance championships held in October 2019. Orienteering Victoria trusts this gives you a flavour of the major bush events we run. Scroll down to view upcoming events. Latest Bush Orienteering Events Upcoming Events Past Events Refresh Day Date Event Organiser Activity Monday 09-Dec-24 OA Conference - Great Relationships and Opportunities Workshop Orienteering Tasmania Foot orienteering Tuesday 10-Dec-24 Ballarat Park & Street Summer Series 24/25 - #4 North Ballarat Eureka Orienteers Foot orienteering,Park and street orienteering Saturday 14-Dec-24 Australian Junior Development Camp 2024 Orienteering Queensland Foot orienteering Tuesday 07-Jan-25 Ballarat Summer Series 24/25 - #6 Redan / Yarrowee River Eureka Orienteers Foot orienteering,Mountain bike orienteering,Park and street orienteering Saturday 19-Apr-25 Australian 3 Days 2025 Orienteering Victoria Foot orienteering Sunday 27-Apr-25 Victorian Long Distance Champs - Mount Korong Orienteering Victoria Foot orienteering Day Date Event Organiser Activity Monday 09-Dec-24 OA Conference - Great Relationships and Opportunities Workshop Orienteering Tasmania Foot orienteering Tuesday 10-Dec-24 Ballarat Park & Street Summer Series 24/25 - #4 North Ballarat Eureka Orienteers Foot orienteering,Park and street orienteering Saturday 14-Dec-24 Australian Junior Development Camp 2024 Orienteering Queensland Foot orienteering Tuesday 07-Jan-25 Ballarat Summer Series 24/25 - #6 Redan / Yarrowee River Eureka Orienteers Foot orienteering,Mountain bike orienteering,Park and street orienteering Saturday 19-Apr-25 Australian 3 Days 2025 Orienteering Victoria Foot orienteering Sunday 27-Apr-25 Victorian Long Distance Champs - Mount Korong Orienteering Victoria Foot orienteering Go Orienteering Forest Bush orienteering More than just a trail run, experience the excitement of navigating at speed through the forest Bench Park street orienteering Simple, easy and accessible: walk or run your local streets and parks with a map House Sprint orienteering Short fast-paced events in complex urban environments, it's about rapid decision making Bike Mountain bike orienteering Combine the fun and excitement of a ride with map reading, route choice and the buzz of the competition