Map Memory Navigation Drill
Develop map reading and memory skills through controlled navigation challenges
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About This Activity
Develop map reading and memory skills through controlled navigation challenges
Quick Info
moderate
16
100m x 100m minimum for full navigation challenge
Equipment Required
Detailed area maps
1 per team plus master
Control markers/flags
3-5 distinctive markers
Compass
1 per team
Clipboards and pencils
1 set per team
Maps
As needed
Cones
As needed
Pencils
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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