World Orienteering Championships 2011 Ready to offer athletes, volunteers and the general public the best conditions possible

Preparing World Championships requires determination and organisation. For almost 3 years now the WOC 2011 team has been at work to make this a memorable event. It is to take place in Savoie, France, from 10th to 20th August.

Three months from the opening of the World Orienteering Championships the following figures show the extent of the event:

Volunteers, athletes and spectators:

Approximately 550 volunteers will be working for WOC2011. They come from 10 different countries, some from very far - nine from Numéa (New Caledonia) and one from Australia. All will stay at La Féclaz on the Savoie Grand Revard plateau. Altogether they will be served a total of 18150 meals!

Over 400 men and women athletes from more than 50 countries will compete for 11 individual and team titles.

3 000 to 5 000 spectators are expected, most of whom will be taking part in the O’Festival ERDF Savoie Grand Revard. This is a 6-day orienteering event run on the same maps and using the same arenas as the World Championships. The timetable is so organised that all participants will be able to watch the World Championships and cheer their favourite stars. A 600 place camp site as well as a camper-van area for up to 100 vehicles will be set up at la Féclaz for their accommodation.

Following the Charter of good practice for eco-friendly events, priority has been given to local food and drink suppliers and the use of recyclable products encouraged. The organising team are working non-stop to create10 unforgettable days of orienteering which will highlight the extraordinary potential for nature sports in the Savoie Mont Blanc region and in particular on the Savoie Grand Revard plateau.

For further information please visit the World Championships website: http://www.woc2011.fr/