WOC Tour – how to register for competition or open classes ?
With a bib number to the arena The most anticipated orienteering events of 2025, the World Orienteering Championships and the WOC Tour (the Fin5 Orienteering Week), are just a few…
What does it take… advise from Event Director Jari Kymäläinen
What does it take to be successful at the WOC in Kuopio and to fight for medals? It might seem naive to say that a winner needs good navigation skills,…
Raise your hand, if you think the audience’s support at the World Championships will be amazing
A Christmas gift idea for your loved one This Christmas, you can give your loved one a gift that offers excitement, a connection with nature, and a sporty challenge –…
WOC Tour – the terrains for 7th–12th July 2025
The best competition terrains in the Kuopio area have been embargoed, waiting for orienteers for years. In July 2025, the wait will finally be over. 7.7.2025 NilsiäThe terrain in Nilsiä’s…
The World Championship medals in Kuopio will be decided near the city center
Forest next to the arena The World Championship arenas are located right on the edge of the city center. Their location is quite unique, considering these are competitions for forest…
New World Champions?
Expect great orienteering excitement in July! The first World Orienteering Championships (WOC) in Finland were held in Fiskars, in 1966. Initially, the WOC was organized every other year, but since…
Introducing WOC Course Setter – Marko Uotila
Who are you? Marko Uotila, a 58-year-old naprapath from Kouvola. My family includes my wife and two children. Your best memory from your work as a course setter? The best…
WOC2025 Orienteering Shirt – December Campaign
Campaign discount -10€ from the original price with the promo code Fin5WOCTour2025! Preorder an official WOC2025 Orienteering Shirt from the WOC web store at the latest Dec 31st 2024 with a special…
WOC Selection Races 7.-8.6.2025
The World Orienteering Championships (WOC) Selection Races are set to take place on June 7-8, 2025. This event offers elite athletes a competitive platform in the lead-up to WOC 2025….