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Team Navigation Challenge

Teams of four work together to complete multiple orienteering courses, emphasising collaboration and strategic thinking

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About This Activity

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