Orienteering

Details

  • Grade Level: 3-12
  • Maximum Participants: 25
  • Length: 1.5 hours
  • Facilitators: Upham only
  • Availability: Year-round

Learn to use a compass and then navigate your way through a course! The purpose of this course is to introduce compass work to students in a team setting. At a minimum, students will learn  the parts of a compass, how to use a compass, pace measuring, siting/obstacles, and  attempt one or more of the cabin hill courses.

Accessibility notes: This class takes place around cabin hill which is accessible via stairs or a steep hill. People may drive to the top of the hill if needed. There are different course difficulties and lengths. The circle course is wheelchair accessible.

Orienteering Lesson Plan

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