Team Navigation Challenge
Teams of four work together to complete multiple orienteering courses, emphasising collaboration and strategic thinking
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Teams of four work together to complete multiple orienteering courses, emphasising collaboration and strategic thinking
Quick Info
high
24
30m x 40m minimum
Equipment Required
Orienteering course maps
Multiple difficulty levels, 2-3 per team
Coloured cone markers
20-30 various colours
Team score sheets
1 per team
Boundary Markers
12-16 cones
Maps of course area
1 per team
Compasses
2-3 per team
Station challenge cards
5-8 sets
Team identification
1 set per team
Recording sheets
1 per team
Target Areas
As needed
Compass
As needed
Cards
As needed
Team bibs
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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