Each year SOGO hosts a number of fun events for SOGO participants, their family and friends to get out and enjoy the trails and woods in some of the parks around Calgary.
Upcoming Event Details
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SOGO Adventures
SOGO Adventures are a dose of SOGO outside of our spring and fall SOGO Adventure Running weekly programming. Are you new to SOGO? SOGO Adventures are a great way to experience a SOGO session and give you a feel for what our weekly programming is like. Have you participated in SOGO before? SOGO Adventures are a perfect way to get a dose of SOGO in between our SOGO Spring & Fall Seasons Come with family or a friend to enjoy afternoon orienteering in winter wonderland! Or come on your own. Ages: SOGO Adventures are unparented sessions targetted to kids 6-12. Older and younger kids can register as well. For kids 5 and under, a parent will be required to accompany the participant during the session. Registration times: Sign up for Session #1 which runs from noon - 1:30 or Sessions #2 which run from 2:00 - 3:30 Cost: $15/participant/session. On-line processing fees will apply. The registration fee includes:
Registration closes at 11:59 pm the evening before the event. Note that spots are limited in each session. These are single stand-alone sessions. Sign up for just one session (but of course you can can sign up for more than one if you'd like to!). SOGO Adventure Nov 26
Date: Saturday Nov 26, 2022 Location: Nose Hill Park / Off 14 St. Google link to meeting location. SOGO Adventure Dec 3 CANCELLED -- COLD WEATHER!
Date: Saturday Dec 3, 2022 Location: Edworthy Park / at the parking lot just south of the train tracks. Google link to meeting location. SOGO Adventure Dec 17
Date: Saturday Dec 17, 2022 Location: Fish Creek Park / Bebo Grove at end of 24 St SW. Google link to meeting location. |
SOGO Adventures (Year-round)
Event description
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Want more SOGO? Wondering what is SOGO? This is your chance to join us for a fun, low-cost family running event or give our program and activities it a try. We run our SOGO Adventures throughout the year as an opportunity for our Calgary community to come out and see what our program is all about, as well as a chance for our broader community to join us for a session of running and navigation. We will have coaches on site to help and direct families to our courses as well as a short introduction to how to read our maps and navigation.
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We are an active program, so we do suggest that parents please come to this event prepared to be out on course with your kids. Families can arrive anytime during event scheduled times and start courses upon arrival, we just ask that you please do not join any later than 1-hour prior to our scheduled finish time. Our Adventures are fun running activities for families with kids of all ages and experience levels and include navigation, speed, agility and endurance activities for kids of all ages. Registration at the link below is required. Please check and dress for the weather and bring along an adventurous attitude. For any questions, please send us an email at [email protected].
We look forward to seeing you there!
We look forward to seeing you there!
FUN RUN (SPRING)
Due to COVID, we haven't hosted the fun run for a few years. We hope to in 2023. Stay tuned!
Our SOGO Spring Fun Run event runs in the Spring in one of our local Calgary Parks. A family focused event that challenges all kids ages 2 to 18 to a wet, slightly muddy adventure running course. Different distances are available with fun challenges thrown into the mix. Race distances are approximately 1.5 km and 3.5 km. If your kids like the SOGO stations they will love this Adventure Run! Please stay tuned for our event date, location and information. We will post scheduled events on this webpage, via our SOGO Adventure Running Facebook page and to our General SOGO mailing list.
Our SOGO Spring Fun Run event runs in the Spring in one of our local Calgary Parks. A family focused event that challenges all kids ages 2 to 18 to a wet, slightly muddy adventure running course. Different distances are available with fun challenges thrown into the mix. Race distances are approximately 1.5 km and 3.5 km. If your kids like the SOGO stations they will love this Adventure Run! Please stay tuned for our event date, location and information. We will post scheduled events on this webpage, via our SOGO Adventure Running Facebook page and to our General SOGO mailing list.
SPOOK-O (FALL)
Family focused Halloween event that will challenge kids of all ages to a spooky, slightly scary adventure running course. SOGO courses will be available with fun halloween challenges thrown in the cauldron too. Little kids can run in the afternoon and older kids can run at dusk for a slightly spookier adventure. If your kids like the SOGO stations they will love this Run. Spread your love of SOGO by inviting a friend, everyone is welcome! You do not need to be registered in SOGO to join this event.
We are always looking for volunteers! If you would like to sign up and help us with our event as either a spooky character, hand out treats, set up decorations, course marshal, we would love to have you! Please send us an email to [email protected].
We are always looking for volunteers! If you would like to sign up and help us with our event as either a spooky character, hand out treats, set up decorations, course marshal, we would love to have you! Please send us an email to [email protected].
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2022 Spook-O Event Details
Spook-O is a orienteering themed Halloween event that will challenge kids of all ages to a spooky, slightly scary adventure running course. Little kids can run in the afternoon and older kids can run at dusk for a slightly spookier adventure. Families are very welcome! And please wear your costumes! Spread your love of SOGO by inviting a friend, everyone is welcome! You do not need to be registered in SOGO to join this event. We are always looking for volunteers! If you would like to sign up and help us with our event as either a spooky character, hand out treats, set up decorations, course marshal, we would love to have you! Please send us an email to [email protected]. Date: Sunday October 30, 2022 Registration times: Sign up to start at one of these times: 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30, 5:45, 6:00, 6:15 Courses should take approximately 30-60 min to complete. This event suits a wide range of abilities and ages, so bring the whole family! Cost: $5 per participant (kids under 2 are free). Registration not required for 1 year olds. Please register your 2 year although there will not be a fee for your 2 year old. On-line processing fees will apply. The registration fee includes:
Location: Confederation Park Look for the SOGO signs just west of of the Rosemont Community Association. If driving you can park at the parking lots off 10th St NW at Confederation Park. This event will take place entirely outdoors, please check and dress for the weather. |
FOOTHILLS ORIENTEERING CLUB EVENTS (YEAR-ROUND)
In addition to the special SOGO events, all SOGO families are invited to take part in Wednesday night events hosted by our host club, Foothills Orienteering. Participants will need to be either registered with SOGO or purchase a $20 annual Club membership. Wednesday events are beginner friendly and have courses that you can do as a family.
SOGO PARTNER EVENTS (YEAR-ROUND)
Come join us! SOGO often participates in Sport Calgary's All Sport One Day events. Look for the latest information about All Sport One Day.
HERE IS OUR ARCHIVE OF PAST EVENTS:
SOGO Spook-O
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Family focused Halloween event that will challenge kids of all ages to a spooky, slightly scary adventure running course. SOGO courses will be available with fun halloween challenges thrown in the cauldron too. Little kids can run in the afternoon and older kids can run at dusk for a slightly spookier adventure. If your kids like the SOGO stations they will love this Run. Spread your love of SOGO by inviting a friend! Due to the pandemic, this season we will not be hosting a dinner event, however we will have a few goodies and/or toys to hand out.
Event DatesDate: Saturday, October 30, 2021
Registration Times: sign up to start at 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00 or 6:30 Cost: $5 per participant (kids under 2 are free) *online processing fees will apply Location: Edworthy Park |
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SOGO Fall Try Its
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Want more SOGO? Wondering what is SOGO? This is your chance to join us for a fun running event or give our program and activities it a try. We run our SOGO Try It events throughout the year as an opportunity for our Calgary community to come out and see what our program is all about, as well as a chance for our current and past members to join us for a session of running and navigation. We will have coaches on site to help and direct families to our courses as well as a short introduction to how to read our maps and navigation.
We are an active program, so we do suggest that parents please come to this event prepared to be out on course with your kids. Families can arrive anytime during event scheduled times and start courses upon arrival, we just ask that you please do not join any later than 1-hour prior to our scheduled finish time. Our Try It events are fun running activities for families with kids of all ages and experience levels and include navigation, speed, agility and endurance activities for kids of all ages. Registration at the link below is required. Please check and dress for the weather and bring along an adventurous attitude. For any questions, please send us an email at [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you there! |
Event dates
Date: Sunday October 4, 2020 Time: 12:00pm to 4:00 Location: Cochrane Ranche, South Cost: $5 per participant *online processing fees will apply Date: Sunday October 11, 2020 Time: 12:00pm to 4:00 Location: Edworthy Park Cost: $5 per participant *online processing fees will apply |
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Date: Sunday October 18, 2020
Time: 12:00pm to 4:00 Location: Cochrane Ranche, South Cost: $5 per participant *online processing fees will apply Date: Sunday October 25, 2020 Time: 10:00 to 12:00pm Location: Fish Creek, Hull's Wood Cost: $5 per participant *online processing fees will apply (free for SOGO Fall 2020 registrations and Foothills Orienteering Club members) *This event is hosted in partnership with our partners at Foothills Orienteering |
SOGO Fall Pre-Season Try It's and Information Sessions
Date: Friday August 28, 2020
Time: 3:00pm to 7:00
Location: Confederation Park
Cost: Free!
Date: Saturday August 29, 2020
Time: 12:00pm to 4:00
Location: Shaganappi Park
Cost: Free!
Want more SOGO? Wondering what is SOGO? This is your chance to join us for a fun running event or give our program and activities it a try. We run our SOGO Try It events throughout the year as an opportunity for our Calgary community to come out and see what our program is all about, as well as a chance for our current and past members to join us for a session of running and navigation.
This particular Try It event is scheduled just prior to the start of our SOGO regular season fall sessions for families that would like to come out and see how we run SOGO and for any member of the general Calgary community that would like to Try SOGO Adventure Running. We will have coaches on site to show families what to expect when attending SOGO for the first time. We are an active program, so we do suggest that parents please come to this event prepared to be out on course with your kids. Families can arrive anytime during event scheduled times and start courses upon arrival, we just ask that you please do not join any later than 1-hour prior to our scheduled finish time.
Our Try It events are fun running activities for families with kids of all ages and experience levels and include navigation, speed, agility and endurance activities for kids of all ages. Registration at the link below is required, however it is free. Please check and dress for the weather and bring along an adventurous attitude. For any questions, please send us an email at [email protected].
We look forward to seeing you there!
Date: Friday August 28, 2020
Time: 3:00pm to 7:00
Location: Confederation Park
Cost: Free!
Date: Saturday August 29, 2020
Time: 12:00pm to 4:00
Location: Shaganappi Park
Cost: Free!
Want more SOGO? Wondering what is SOGO? This is your chance to join us for a fun running event or give our program and activities it a try. We run our SOGO Try It events throughout the year as an opportunity for our Calgary community to come out and see what our program is all about, as well as a chance for our current and past members to join us for a session of running and navigation.
This particular Try It event is scheduled just prior to the start of our SOGO regular season fall sessions for families that would like to come out and see how we run SOGO and for any member of the general Calgary community that would like to Try SOGO Adventure Running. We will have coaches on site to show families what to expect when attending SOGO for the first time. We are an active program, so we do suggest that parents please come to this event prepared to be out on course with your kids. Families can arrive anytime during event scheduled times and start courses upon arrival, we just ask that you please do not join any later than 1-hour prior to our scheduled finish time.
Our Try It events are fun running activities for families with kids of all ages and experience levels and include navigation, speed, agility and endurance activities for kids of all ages. Registration at the link below is required, however it is free. Please check and dress for the weather and bring along an adventurous attitude. For any questions, please send us an email at [email protected].
We look forward to seeing you there!
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SOGO March Madness Try It - Cochrane
Date: Sunday March 8, 2020 Time: 12:00pm to 4:00 Location: Cochrane Ranche Park (101 Ranchehouse Rd, Cochrane) Cost: $3 per participant Want more SOGO? Wondering what is SOGO? This is your chance to join us for a fun running event or give it a try. This is a fun winter running activity for families with kids of all ages and experience levels. Registration includes fun navigation and running courses suitable for all ages and ability levels, as well as goodies and hot chocolate when you're done. Please dress for the weather, bring a mug for hot cocoa and and adventurous attitude. For any questions, please send us an email at [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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SOGO Winter Try It Ski-O and Skate-O
Want more SOGO? Wondering what is SOGO? This is your chance to join us for a fun winter orienteering event or give it a try. This is a fun ski/skate activity event for families with kids of all ages and experience levels. Registration includes fun ski and skate navigation courses suitable for all ages and ability levels, and goodies and hot chocolate when you're done. Skate Rentals are available on site. Please dress for the weather, bring a mug for hot cocoa and an adventurous attitude. Registration is open until midnight February 14 and can be made at the link below. For any questions, please send us an email at [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you there! Date: Saturday February 15, 2020 Time: 12:00pm to 4:00 Location: Bowness Park (near the tea house; 8900 48 Ave NW) Cost: $3 per participant |
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SOGO Holiday Try It Event
Date: Sunday December 22, 2019 Time: 12:00pm to 4:00 Location: Carburn Park (67 Riverview Dr SE) Cost: $3 per participant Want more SOGO? Wondering what is SOGO? This is your chance to join us for a fun winter running event or give it a try. This is a fun running and activity event for families with kids of all ages and experience levels. Registration includes fun running activities, navigation courses, goodies and hot chocolate when you're done. Please dress for the weather, bring a mug for hot cocoa and and adventurous attitude. Registration is open until midnight December 21 and can be made at the link below. For any questions, please send us an email at [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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SOGO Spook-O
Date: Saturday October 26, 2019 Registration Times: 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for kids (under 18) Location: Shaganappi Park Community Association (2516 14 Ave SW) Family focused Halloween event that will challenge kids of all ages to a spooky, slightly scary adventure running course. SOGO courses will be available with fun halloween challenges thrown in the cauldron too. Little kids can run in the afternoon and older kids can run at dusk for a slightly spookier adventure. If your kids like the SOGO stations they will love this Run. Spread your love of SOGO by inviting a friend! Dinner and goodies provided after the run. |
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SOGO Try It Event
Date: Saturday August 31, 2019 Time: 1:00pm to 4:00 Location: Shaganappi Park (near the Community Centre) Wondering what happens during a SOGO program hour and want to give it a try? This event is for families that are new to SOGO, new to volunteering with SOGO, or want to give SOGO and try and see what it is all about. This event is free for all participants, however registration is required. Click below to register. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Creekfest
Date: Saturday July 20, 2019 Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm Location: Fish Creek, Ranch Registration: FREE! Fish Creek Provincial Park is hosting its 9th annual Parks Day & Creekfest and SOGO will be there! This free family celebration of nature is a component of the Friends’ Watershed Awareness Campaign, designed to raise awareness in communities near the park about protecting our local waterways. Kids and families can have fun learning about environmental stewardship, conservation and biodiversity through educational games and activities! For event information and activity schedule, visit Friends of Fish Creek. |
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SOGO Fun Run
Date: Sunday, June 16, 2019 Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm Location: Edworthy Park (5050 Spruce Dr SW - South side of the river - bottom of long hill) Registration (Includes Maps for courses):
A family focused event that challenges all kids ages 2 to 18 to a wet, slightly muddy adventure running course. Different distances are available with fun challenges thrown into the mix. Race distances are approximately 1.5 km and 3.5 km. If your kids like the SOGO stations they will love this Adventure Run! Registration is open until June, we look forward to seeing you there! |
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