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Compass Bearing Relay

Teams race to follow compass bearings accurately to reach designated targets

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About This Activity

Teams race to follow compass bearings accurately to reach designated targets

Quick Info

high
20
40m x 40m minimum

Equipment Required

Orienteering compasses

1 per 2-3 students

Bearing instruction cards

20-30 cards

Coloured station markers

6-8 markers

Recording sheets

1 per team

Cards

As needed

Cones

As needed

Score Sheets

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Challenging

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Intensity

High Intensity

Space

Outdoor

Weather

All Weather