Simple Trail Navigation Hunt
Children follow arrow markers around a trail while searching for and recording hidden objects
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Children follow arrow markers around a trail while searching for and recording hidden objects
Quick Info
moderate
20
Large outdoor area minimum 50m x 30m
Equipment Required
Arrow markers
20-30 pieces
Hidden objects (shapes/numbers)
10-15 items
Recording sheets
1 per child
Pencils/clipboards
1 per child
Sun Markers
As needed
Mixed Objects
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Clipboards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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