Checkpoint Navigation Practice
Pairs practice navigating to individual checkpoints with focus on technique and teamwork
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About This Activity
Pairs practice navigating to individual checkpoints with focus on technique and teamwork
Quick Info
moderate
20
40m x 40m with varied terrain
Equipment Required
Orienteering checkpoints
6-8 points
Area maps
1 per pair
Stopwatches
1 per pair
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Fitness Activity
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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