Photo Location Detective Challenge
Teams use map reading skills to locate exact positions where photographs were taken, developing advanced navigation abilities
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Teams use map reading skills to locate exact positions where photographs were taken, developing advanced navigation abilities
Quick Info
moderate
24
Minimum 100m x 80m area with varied features
Equipment Required
Laminated photographs
10-12 photos per set, 1 set per group
Site maps
1 per group of 3-4
Pencils
1 per group
Boundary Markers
15-20 cones
Master map for checking
1
Photographs
As needed
Mats
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Maps
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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