Map Orientation Treasure Hunt
Pairs practice map orientation skills by matching maps to real environments and finding specific features
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About This Activity
Pairs practice map orientation skills by matching maps to real environments and finding specific features
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 30m minimum
Equipment Required
Simple area maps
1 per pair (15 maps)
Coloured cones/markers
10-15 various colours
Clipboards or hard surfaces
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
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Drill
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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