Mini Orienteering Sprint
Timed navigation challenge where pairs race to find control points using map and compass skills
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About This Activity
Timed navigation challenge where pairs race to find control points using map and compass skills
Quick Info
high
20
100m x 100m minimum for full course
Equipment Required
Control markers/cones
5-8 markers
Maps with course marked
1 per pair
Control recording cards
1 per pair
Stopwatches
2-3 stopwatches
Compasses
1 per pair
Markers Cones
As needed
Maps with Controls Marked
As needed
Cards
As needed
Stopwatch
As needed
Compass
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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